If you've read Sweet Forgiveness by Lori Nelson Spielman, it won't come as a surprise to you that I loved the book. Now, let's not get all caught up in the fact that Lori and I are friends, because if I didn't love it I would not, under any circumstance, say that I did. I also wouldn't have blurbed the book or be writing about it here. I would say nothing at all because that's how I roll. Here's … [Read more...] about A WFW Book Review: Sweet Forgiveness by Lori Nelson Spielman
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Author Interiew: Barbara Claypole White Shares Writing Advice She Wishes She’d Gotten
No one has more insight into the fictional world of a dysfunctional family than my friend, Barbara Claypole White. Her third novel, THE PERFECT SON, like her other novels, explores the impact of mental illness on family dynanics and she does this from the inside out, allowing readers unprecedented access to her characters and their lives. But today I wanted to talk to Barbara about writing and … [Read more...] about Author Interiew: Barbara Claypole White Shares Writing Advice She Wishes She’d Gotten
Author Interview: Advice From New York Times Bestselling Author Patti Callahan Henry: “Understand Why You Are Telling This Story”
Did you ever come across someone and there are just so many coincidences you can't help but acknowledge and celebrate them? Not only was I a reader of Patti Callahan Henry's books, but then I found out we had the same publisher. And the same editor. And that she was born in Philadelphia, like me. So, how could I resist another opportunity to share Patti with all of you, to celebrate her eleventh … [Read more...] about Author Interview: Advice From New York Times Bestselling Author Patti Callahan Henry: “Understand Why You Are Telling This Story”
Guest Post: How One Single Mom Claimed Her Own Writing Space
If you know me at all, you know why this author's guest post spoke to me. Both THE GLASS WIVES and THE GOOD NEIGHBOR feature single mom main characters who, amidst unique and universal struggles, have heart and moxie. Just like the very real author, Tracey Scott-Townsend. If you think you can't find the time or space to write, read Tracey's guest post again. Then stop kvetching and get back to … [Read more...] about Guest Post: How One Single Mom Claimed Her Own Writing Space