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 […]
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 […]
I’ve Been on the Verge
You may have noticed my absence around here lately. Or maybe you didn’t, which is just as well because I wasn’t here and it wouldn’t have done you any good to look for me here anyway. The reason for my absence is actually a mishmash of reasons all balled up together in one big clump […]
A Mini Spoiler Free Review of Summer House with Swimming Pool
Well, I forgot all about this book and was reminded that I had promised to blog about it. I read it, but my life has been crazy and I haven’t been a very good blogger so… here’s your review: The protagonist, Dr. Marc Schlosser, is in trouble. His patient is an actor with an enormous […]
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I have seen so many indie, self-pubbed books go out with errors. This, unfortunately, results in negative reviews and loss of word-of-mouth sales. The truth is that you have read your own work so many times that you KNOW what you want to say and what is behind it all. I’ve seen companies charge […]
New Service for Self-Pub Authors!
Have you finally finished your book, thinking you are ready to self-pub, but still have that nagging feeling that there might be grammatical errors or typos? What about dropped plot lines or inconsistencies? I can help. I will proofread your novel, using Microsoft Word Review and Track Changes, correcting any typo/grammar issues and noting any […]
Let’s Read a Book Together
As you know, my brother died of lung cancer a little over a month ago. I am still hurting and grieving and will be for awhile. Anyway, as a tribute to his memory, I am rereading A Confederacy of Dunces by John Kennedy O’Toole. Care to join me? We can discuss in the comments…