Lifelong learning is a youth elixir. What’s hotter than learning new things?
I’ll admit, I love to learn new stuff. Whether it’s for new skills or creative disciplines, I’m in! It feels so rewarding to keep pushing on the boundaries of your personal world, to pick up new interests or get inspired—taking classes—formal or informal—is a great way to do it. Plus, it infuses youthfulness. How about […]
Lessons Learned From the First One-Star Review of My Debut Novel: It’s not what you think
Published on Medium Before I published my first novel I prepared myself for bad reviews. Which I suppose is like preparing oneself for labor contractions. Until you feel them, you think you can handle them. The very thing I was “braced” for, pre-publication, was the very thing that came at me like a hatchet to […]
What Do A Secret Illustration, Meeting An Idol and Chocolate Cake Have In Common?
Wow, what a weekend at the Erma Bombeck Writers Workshop ! Last weekend, I attended the EBWW in Dayton, Ohio to teach two classes. It was such a privilege to work with so many talented, passionate and dedicated writers. The spirit of Erma was everywhere. As Erma said, “It takes a lot of courage to […]
Join Me Virtually At the JCC Arts & Culture Author Series
I’m so excited about this event! The JCC of Central NJ has invited me to speak at their incredible author series, and it’s happening April 22, at 7:30 pm ET. I’ll be in conversation with my dear friend Marci Kleinberg-Bandelli. Not only is Marci one of my first readers, as a compassionate therapist, she provides great insight […]
Release Date Set for new psychological suspense, FOLLOWING YOU
I’m thrilled to announce that the launch date for my newest psychological suspense, FOLLOWING YOU, is November 16, 2020. I’m so excited to share this book with you. It’s been in the works for some time and has evolved dramatically (some of you are intimately aware of the evolution and I thank you for sticking […]
New Psychological Suspense, FOLLOWING YOU, Is Coming!
I’m so excited to share news about FOLLOWING YOU, my upcoming psychological suspense. Thanks to all of THE MEMORY BOX readers for reaching out to ask about the who, what, where, and when of the new book. FOLLOWING YOU is a real departure from THE MEMORY BOX. First of all, it’s set in the fictional […]
Montclair Literary Festival & The Ultimate Book Marketing Workshop
Join me at the Montclair Literary Festival on March 29th at 11:30 for The Ultimate Book Marketing Workshop! Please Note: This event has been postponed until September 2020. New details to come. Get Your Books Noticed & Increase Sales in 90 minutes When authors ask, “Do I really need to market my book?” There’s only […]
Writing Your First Book? Where to Start.
Why the beginning is not always the best place to begin. You’ve thought about it forever, and this is it. You’re jumping in. You’re writing your first book! So what do you do? Put on a shabby sweater, pour yourself a scotch and open a new doc on your laptop. Then—it dawns on you. You […]
