Phew, this book has traveled a long road. Years ago, it began as a young adult novel. One major publisher wanted it, but it died at the marketing roundtable. I rewrote it again and again and finally found my footing in telling this story as an adult novel. And it was freeing to be as dark and gritty as the story demanded. Fortunately, Hypatia Press got behind it, and here we … [Read more...] about Did I Mention I Have A New Book Coming Out?
Point of View Pointers, Vegas, and Wretched Excess
Last month, I attended the Historical Novel Society (HNS) conference in Las Vegas. The conference itself was terrific, and I loved meeting and seeing other writers, including my Day of Fire co-writers, Kate Quinn, Eliza Knight, and Sophie Perinot. I also served on a panel, thanks to the amazing Donna Russo, and presented alongside Donna, Zenobia Neil, and the incomparable … [Read more...] about Point of View Pointers, Vegas, and Wretched Excess
Redefining Classics’ Virtual Gathering–What A Mind Opening Day!
I participated in the Redefining Classics Virtual Gathering this past Saturday, held in anticipation of the upcoming in-person conference at the end of May at Catholic University. Unfortunately, I cannot attend the conference but I got a great taste of it. What an extraordinary day! And as a confirmed book addict, it's no surprise that by the end of the day, I'd already ordered … [Read more...] about Redefining Classics’ Virtual Gathering–What A Mind Opening Day!
Seriously? You Barely Mentioned the Most Important Person in this Story?
I love Nile Magazine. It's gorgeous and informative. But when I saw the current issue's article about the discovery of Thutmose II's tomb, I did a double take. While it's certainly interesting (the discovery was of an abandoned tomb; they believe his real tomb--with his mummy--is nearby), it took me a moment to remember who Thutmose II was. And when I remembered, I couldn't … [Read more...] about Seriously? You Barely Mentioned the Most Important Person in this Story?
Amazon/UK Optioned our Book for a TV Series!
More than ten years ago, I joined Stephanie Dray, Kate Quinn, Sophie Perinot, and Eliza Knight for drinks at the Historical Novel Society conference when someone brought up and interesting idea: What if we collaborated on a novel? What if we each picked a character and then everyone's else's characters would weave in and out of our individual stories while still maintaining the … [Read more...] about Amazon/UK Optioned our Book for a TV Series!
