Charlie the Apricot Poodle
I’ve been very worried about my dog, Charlie. In May, he was diagnosed with congestive…
Anger and Writing: Is One Responsible for the Other?
I’ve come to the conclusion that the things that make me angry are the reasons…
Calling David Sedaris: I’m Over Here
I’ve often fantasized that David Sedaris might agree to provide a blurb for my book…
Six Steps to Grow Your Author Platform
If you want to sell more books, you have to extend your reach beyond family…
Instant Gratification: Why Someone Should Want to Read Your Book
We live in an instant world. The Internet offers news at our finger tips. We…
Designing My Book Cover: “Oh Magoo – You’ve Done it Again!”
Ever stumble around in the dark? Hit your big toe? Struggle to find the light…
Fighting with Technology: From India and Back
The other day, my router went down. I’d never realized that your router is kind…
My Ideal Reader: Or Why Looking in the Mirror is Probably Not the Best Answer
Being a new author, I’ve learned late in the process that we should be writing…
Elevator Pitch: Stuck Between the Floors?
I grew up in NYC in a high-rise building, living on the 6th floor, so…
Lead With Love
We’re approaching that scary time of the season, and I don’t mean Halloween. I’m talking…