I can’t do it. We have too many books in our household. OK, yes, I know that’s technically impossible. It’s not “too many books,” it’s “not enough shelves.” Except we have two rooms dedicated to nothing but shelves of books, along with several other shelves in each bedroom, the basement, and the living room. We’veContinue reading “The Cull”
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Impatience is Not a Virtue
I may have a problem. For Christmas, my parents gave me an insanely generous gift: a $100 gift card for my comic shop. Guess what I’m planning to do later today? Last night I was going through what I want to get. The shop is running a sale for the next week, and I’m eagerContinue reading “Impatience is Not a Virtue”
Daring to Read a Bestseller…
I’ve rarely been accused of being normal. That shows up in my book choices. If you want to guarantee I won’t read something, tell me it’s a New York Times bestseller. I don’t know why. The book might be awesome, but the second I hear that it’s a bestseller on one of those big lists,Continue reading “Daring to Read a Bestseller…”
2020 Gift-Giving Guide for that Hard-to-Shop-for Writer Friend
You’ve pillaged the nearest towns. You’ve ransacked every bookery you can find. And yet, your desperate search has not ended. What can you get your writer friends for Christmas? Have no fear! I’m here to present to you a list of items for you to get them that they are sure to enjoy and thankContinue reading “2020 Gift-Giving Guide for that Hard-to-Shop-for Writer Friend”
I’m not freaking out you’re freaking out!
One of the best tips I’ve ever received is, “Act like you’ve been here before.” My first novel comes out in a few months, but I shouldn’t act all freaked out about it. Be professional. Sure, party and be happy, but don’t act like this is such a weird thing. So far, I think I’veContinue reading “I’m not freaking out you’re freaking out!”
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