Book Review From the Verge: Good Bones and Simple Murders by Margaret Atwood

You know that I love Margaret Atwood and am incredibly excited to see her in the spring, so it’s only fitting to do a quick re-read of some of her books. Good Bones and Simple Murders is a collection of whimsical-caustic-witty-parodies-and otherwise wonderful short pieces. She skewers the traditional views of women in fairy tales, reveals […]

Writing Like You Mean It

I recently went to a brief writing retreat at a cabin reserved for writers near the Finger Lakes. It was, to put it mildly, remote. But the windows offered a lovely view of a lot of rain on leaves that were turning color. The rain is probably what kept me writing. No temptation to go […]

Book Review: The Missing by C.L. Taylor

William Morrow, and imprint of Harper Collins, was kind enough to send me this book for review. I usually ghostwrite reviews for another website, but I’m trying to increase this type of content here, for you. Of course, that’s if you happen to stop by and read it… This is the first novel I’ve read […]

Mini-Spoiler-Free Review: Mister Tender’s Girl

If Mister Tender reminds you of Slenderman, you probably aren’t the only one. There are bits and pieces of the legend of The Slenderman throughout Mister Tender’s Girl and if you know anything about him, you’ll see them. If not, you should do a little scary research sometime, though it is not necessary before reading […]

Review: Stone Mattress: nine wicked tales by Margaret Atwood

In case you missed it, I am incredibly excited to be front row center to see Margaret Atwood in the spring. With that in mind, I am reading some of her books that I’ve missed over the years. She is my author-idol. I know, it’s very fangirl of me, but I can’t help it. Stone […]

Do You Agree That These Are the Best Books on Writing?

I’m not sure I agree. Signature claims that these are the best books on writing. What do you think? What would you add or subtract? http://www.signature-reads.com/2017/10/the-27-best-books-on-writing/?ref=PRHFA92EEDA14&aid=randohouseinc36424-20&linkid=PRHFA92EEDA14

I’m Going to See Margaret Atwood!

I’m trying to calm down, but it’s difficult. Margaret Atwood is my idol. She is just amazing. Her writing, her knowledge, her ability to share amazing ideas with the world… I’m all flustered. Front row, center. Yep. That’s me. I can’t really stop dancing right now, so I’ll have to tell you more later. Oh, […]

YA Author Interview from the Verge: Kama Falzoi Post

I love to introduce new authors! Kama Falzoi Post is here for the first of a two-part interview in preparation for her upcoming YA novel, InHuman. With Nanowrimo in full swing, it’s great to find out that a newly published author wrote her novel during Nano. In other words, don’t give up. I’m thrilled to […]

If I Fall, If I Die

I put off reviewing this book because I wasn’t thrilled by it. A mother with crippling agoraphobia who basically cripples her son’s ability to live a normal life…  It was put-downable, and I almost never give up on a book. I was really  hoping for more, based on the description, but I was disappointed.  I […]

Meet “The Widow”

I had the pleasure of reading an advance copy of The Widow by Fiona Barton. You know that I don’t like to give spoilers, so let’s just say this: If you like mystery, enjoyed Girl on a Train, and need a good read if you happen to snowed in (me), this is a great choice. […]