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November 1, 2013
Blog Review Redux
In the thrilling (and, yes, a little chaotic) weeks that followed the release of Reconstructing Amelia, I posted links to many lovely blog reviews on my Facebook page, but never got around to posting them here. As my paperback launch … Continue reading →
October 25, 2013
Respect Your Process: It’s The Only One You Got
When I sit down to write a new book, I have general ideas—plot lines, character sketches, themes I’m interested in exploring, usually an ending in mind. But I don’t check daily to be sure what’s ending up on paper hews … Continue reading →
October 21, 2013
Best season ever
Without question, fall is my favorite season, from the leaves, and the cooler weather and the sudden availability of children’s candy to steal. It’s also been an exciting time lately for my new book. I have a draft complete and … Continue reading →
September 14, 2013
A Back to School Q & A!
School just started this past week in New York City and my family is still knee deep in all the joy and logistics (and occasional heartbreak) that always entails. In honor of everyone’s leap back into the educational fray, I … Continue reading →
August 21, 2013
First Drafts: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly
First drafts are beasts unlike any other—wild and beautiful and unpredictable. For me, they present the single biggest challenge of writing, but also it’s greatest joy. They can be a downright mess at times, suddenly vicious at others. But as … Continue reading →
July 18, 2013
So, apparently, I lied
In my last blog post I think I promised that I would be back to blogging more regularly, which hasn’t entirely panned out. But I am not going to give up on my resolution. Plus, I’ve just been out of … Continue reading →
June 11, 2013
A Writer’s Summer Reading
As I launch back into a new book, I find myself thinking once again about how to write. Because that’s the thing about this crazy endeavor: you start from scratch every time. And sure, you know what you know from … Continue reading →
May 1, 2013
Phew!
Wow, it’s been a while since I’ve posted. About a month. About a month too since Reconstructing Amelia came out and it has been a crazy, thrilling, fantastic ride! I am so incredibly grateful to everyone at Harper–my editor, my publicist … Continue reading →
April 3, 2013
Thank you Entertainment Weekly & USA Today!
Among the many highlights of the past week were the Entertainment Weekly Review (an “A”–I’m still pinching myself) and being included in USA Today’s New & Noteworthy List. So honored and thrilled! Also a real treat is when you read … Continue reading →
It’s official!
I can’t believe it, but the day is finally here! My book is actually on store shelves everywhere. I got the chance yesterday to sign some books at the Park Slope Community Bookstore which was thrilling. Just seeing it there … Continue reading →
