Category: Books
Book Review: The Islanders
Meg Mitchell Moore’s 2019 novel is perfect for those waiting to read Ferry to Cooperation Island. Read More …
Book Review: Where the Crawdads Sing
A novel set on the North Carolina coast is the best book I’ve read this year. Read More …
One Road to Novel Publication, in 6 Acts
Looking back on the process of writing a novel reminds me that patience pays. Read More …
The Goldilocks of Book Groups
Why getting together once a month to discuss a book is just right. Read More …
A Novel Description
I’ve just written back cover text for the next book. What do you think? Read More …
Book Review: Come With Me
A 2018 novel teaches me something about my own brain, even though both my life and my writing are quite different. Read More …
Audiobooks: A World of Their Own
Is it possible to “read” an audiobook? Read More …
Adjectives: Lazy Shorthand or Powerhouse?
Adjectives can be either a crutch for the lazy or, when used tactically, a powerful shorthand. Read More …
Book Review: Little Fires Everywhere
Celeste Ng’s careful and insightful novel asks, what makes the best family? Read More …
Finding Your Next Book
Finding the next book to read can be a challenge. Here’s how I do it. Read More …
