On Being A Writer: Can You Reveal without Being Judged?
Sometimes I think that I am too much of an open book. Too willing to…
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…