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INTERVIEW: Meredith Schorr Never Lost Focus on Her Dream
A born-and-bred New Yorker, Meredith Schorr discovered her passion for writing when she began to enjoy drafting work-related emails...
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I took a deep breath and listened to the old brag of my heart; I am, I am, I am. —Sylvia Plath
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Christina Boyd
Jul 11, 20234 min read
INTERVIEW: Felicity George on Chasing Dreams
Felicity George is a writer and teacher from Toronto, where she lives with her husband, her two teenage children, a large cat, and a tiny do
Christina Boyd
Jun 27, 20234 min read
INTERVIEW: How Keanu Reeves and Winona Ryder Inspired Maureen Lee Lenker
Maureen Lee Lenker is an award-winning journalist who has written for Turner Classic Movies, The Hollywood Reporter, Ms. Magazine, and more.
Christina Boyd
Jun 20, 20237 min read
INTERVIEW: Beth Bacon and The Book No One Wants to Read
Beth Bacon is an author for young readers. She gets her ideas from the many places she’s been, and the interesting people she meets.
Christina Boyd
Jun 15, 20231 min read
Review: A Few Audiobooks Narrated by HARRY FROST
These 3 were narrated by British voice actor, Harry Frost—the multi-talented voice actor from The Darcy Monologues and Yuletide anthologies.
Christina Boyd
Jun 9, 20236 min read
INTERVIEW: Kes Trester, Film Development Executive to Romantasy Novelist
A native of Los Angeles, Kes Trester is a veteran of the film and TV commercial business. Her well-reviewed debut novel, A DANGEROUS YEAR...
Christina Boyd
Jun 6, 20234 min read
INTERVIEW: Syrie James is a Plotter
Syrie James is the author of thirteen critically acclaimed novels of historical fiction, romance, and young adult fiction ...
Christina Boyd
May 30, 20234 min read
INTERVIEW: Patience, Persistence, and a Little Luck with Katie Oliver
I have been a fan of Katie Oliver's since first reading Prada and Prejudice.
Christina Boyd
May 23, 20233 min read
INTERVIEW: Bryn Donovan Plots First
Bryn Donovan first became known to me when I bought her Master Lists for Writers: Thesaurus, Plots, Character Traits, Names, and More.
Christina Boyd
May 16, 20234 min read
INTERVIEW: Linda Berdoll, Zeal of a True Obsessive
INTERVIEW: Linda Berdoll’s debut book, her continuation of Jane Austen’s classic Pride & Prejudice, was initially self-published in 1999.
Christina Boyd
May 9, 20235 min read
INTERVIEW: Natalie Jenner, a Total Pantser?
International bestselling author Natalie Jenner penned my favorite book of 2022, BLOOMSBURY GIRLS, so it's no surprise I'd have questions.
Christina Boyd
May 2, 20234 min read
INTERVIEW: A Few Beats with Screenwriter Jamie Nash
I’m honored to have as my inaugural guest Jamie Nash, a working screenwriter and author for more than a decade.
Christina Boyd
Apr 10, 20234 min read
Review: RETURN TO SATTERTHWAITE COURT by Mimi Matthews
About the book: A reckless Victorian heiress sets her sights on a dashing ex-naval lieutenant, determined to win his heart as the two of...
Christina Boyd
Mar 21, 20233 min read
Review: ENDURING CONNEXIONS by J. Marie Croft
Part of the appeal of J. Marie Croft's "Enduring Connexions" is the clever use of language...
Christina Boyd
Feb 28, 20232 min read
Review: JANE & ME: MY AUSTEN HERITAGE by Caroline Jane Knight
"I have spent most of my adult life trying to forget Chawton and avoiding all reminders of my heritage..."
And that is the opening line of
Christina Boyd
Feb 16, 20234 min read
Review: SNOWBOUND by Joana Starnes
SNOWBOUND is is the great Joana Starnes at the top of her game. When a snowstorm and carriage accident require Elizabeth and Jane Bennet…
Christina Boyd
Jan 17, 20232 min read
Review: REBEL WITH A CLAUSE by Ellen Jovin
ABOUT THE BOOK: An unconventional guide to the English language drawn from the cross-country adventures of an itinerant grammarian. When...
Christina Boyd
Dec 12, 20224 min read
Review: UNDER A VEILED MOON by Karen Odden
Impeccably composed and outstanding world-building, this spectacular historical mystery had me cheering for Michael Corravan from the first.
Christina Boyd
Nov 28, 20224 min read
Review: DEATH ON A WINTER STROLL by Francine Mathews
Francine Mathews’ latest in “The Merry Folger Nantucket Mystery Series,” DEATH ON A WINTER STROLL is a multi-layered intrigue.
Christina Boyd
Nov 17, 20224 min read
Review: PRIDE AND PROTEST by Nikki Payne
I daresay, regardless of race, creed, or sex, readers will connect to this astute, sexy Austen reimagining like never before. Payne delivers
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