I’m so delighted to welcome debut author Debra Klein to my blog today. Below she talks about her eight-year journey to writing and publishing SERVING UP THE TRUTH, a wonderful reminder of what can happen through perseverance, not to mention what you might discover at your local coffee shop! First off, congratulations on the release of…
I have to admit this is a first for me—featuring an essay by a dog! But as you will discover, Maverick is very articulate, thanks to author Mary Seifert, his creator. Character’s Name: MAVERICK Series: KATIE AND MAVERICK COZIES Author’s Name: MARY SEIFERT Woof, woof … Oh? Sorry. You don’t understand canine? I’m multilingual myself.…
Few things can match the excitement of publishing your first novel. And it’s such a delight to interview a debut author, especially one as thoughtful and hard-working as Beth Strauss. Her determination to pen a story rich in meaning and authenticity shines through her work. First off, congratulations on the release of your debut novel,…
Recently, my award-winning author friend Marilyn Levinson announced she had not one but eight books coming out that year. I was astonished and incredibly impressed! I knew my prolific friend wrote both for young people and adults, but eight books? She explained that several had gone out of print and were being republished—but still! I…
Driving home from the airport after dropping off our NYC grandchildren and their parents, I felt so sad that they had departed, and our Christmas visit was over. And then I reminded myself how lucky I was to feel that way! Advice columns are full of counsel on how to deal with difficult relatives during…
I loved interviewing K.L. Borges and discovering that I am not the only “Accidental Author” around! Below, Kathy talks about her debut cozy mystery and her writing journey. First off, congratulations on the release of your debut cozy mystery, MURDER IN THE CRAZY MOUNTAINS, the first in your Montana Animal Rescue Mystery series. Can you…
When my children were young, we used to pass a candle on Sunday nights and take turns saying what we were thankful for. On one of those occasions, our younger son announced, “Let me just start with my unthankfuls.” So, I’ll follow suit. I am unthankful for the current administration which has, within less than…
We often talk about how the best mystery authors tackle issues that go way beyond “whodunnit.” Elle Jauffret is a great example, as she releases the second book in her Suddenly French mystery series: First off, congratulations on the highly anticipated release of the second book in your Suddenly French mystery series, Cosplayed to Death.…
Having made the transition from writing nonfiction to fiction, I’m always fascinated by the experiences of other writers who’ve done the same. For award-winning journalist Gerri Lewis, it turns out that making up stories has been something she’s done all her life. Below, she talks about her latest release and her writing journey: First off,…
I’ve always adored mermaids, so Joanne Guidoccio’s HIPPIE MERMAID, is right up my alley! In her guest essay, she advocates for writers to take time to imagine and daydream, a good reminder for those of us who feel guilty when we’re not actively writing! All About Moodling by Joanne Guidoccio When I first heard the…