Ruby is another book that I discovered during the #30Authors event. Thank you to Cynthia Bond for participating! Let me start off by saying that this book isn't what you think it is. I went into it thinking it was going to be a love story story that followed the main character, Ruby, out of her hometown to NYC and back again, with all the ups and downs that it entailed. … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2014
Guest Post: Money and the Muse’s Underwear
I'm thrilled to have author Michael Hurley guest posting today about literary fiction. Michael is the author of The Prodigal (which I loved) and the upcoming book, The Vineyard (which I have). You can also check out his favorite recent read as part of #30Authors. I hope you enjoy it! I was at a writer's conference in Charleston, recently, where I had the pleasure of … [Read more...]
‘The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry’ Is Stunning (Book Review)
If you love books and read one book this Fall, please, please, please let it be The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin. Not only is this book that celebrates books, it's THE book for book lovers. Not only was it recommended by Patti Callahan Henry as part of #30Authors, it's one of the rare books that I read in one sitting. If you've ever been surprised in life … [Read more...]
Announcing Velvet Morning Press (Interview)
Today, I am thrilled to be a part of announcing a new publishing company that blends selectivity and approachability. Velvet Morning Press, the brainchild of two American authors living in Paris, Adria J. Cimino and Vicki Lesage, will take a unique approach by investing in new authors who haven't been picked up by a major agency but want the added professionalism that comes … [Read more...]