Did you know that Sunday mornings from mid-September through June, the Vienna Imperial Court Music Ensemble -- "Wiener Hofmusikkapelle," consisting of the …
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5 Tips on Writing (War) from the Masters, for Memorial Day
For Memorial Day, five quotes from great writers about the writing of war: One from Richard Price: "You don't write about the horrors of war. No. You write …
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Low-Price Promotion and the Value of Books
Harper Books, which published my latest novel, has had it deeply discounted for Mother's Day. I greatly appreciate this for my particular book, as it …
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5 Irish-leaning Quotes (and 2 Songs) to Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
I've collected a few nice Irish quotes -- and two versions of one Irish song -- to go with your silly hats and green beer. Happy St. Patrick's Day! “Being …
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Remembering Pat Conroy through his Own Words: 6 quotes
I woke this morning to the news that Pat Conroy has passed away. I had the honor of meeting Pat last September, at the Decatur Book Festival, where our mutual …
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8 Great Valentine's Day Quotes of a Literary Sort, and 2 Charming Links
To put you in a literary Valentine's Day Mood, 8 love quotes from 8 literary greats, and 2 charming links: The Quotes: "You don't love someone for their looks, …
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The Loveliest Way to Connect with Readers
Twice in the last week I've done what I used to do a lot, but don't much get to do these days due to a blessedly full writing and personal life: I visited book …
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10 Terrific Quotes from Elizabeth Strout's Fresh Air Interview
May I recommend this interview -- Pulitzer-Prize winner Elizabeth Strout with Terry Gross on Fresh Air -- to anyone who writes, anyone who wants to write, …
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A Bit About Elizabeth Strout
Elizabeth Strout's new novel, My Name is Lucy Barton, returns to the mother-daughter turf of her debut, Amy and Isabelle, published a decade and a half ago. Is …
1 great way to celebrate the holidays with your book group
The best way I know of the celebrate the holidays with a book club? My neighborhood book group has been gathering for an annual holiday book swap for as long as …
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