Pandemic effects on reading
I imagine that for some of us the pandemic feels far away while others have been profoundly affected by it. Earlier, I posted a chart from the 2024 reader survey
February 4, 2025
I imagine that for some of us the pandemic feels far away while others have been profoundly affected by it. Earlier, I posted a chart from the 2024 reader survey
I rather dropped the ball on reporting the 2024 reader survey results. Other things – tasks related to a major water leak, finishing a book for my grandsons, helping two
I’m outlining a new novel which is always an exciting task. Over time, I’ve changed how I outline adapting techniques from various sources and gaining confidence as I went along.
A few days ago, I shared some of the books read during 2024. Below are the remaining books from last year along with a few comments on each one. Here’s
Each year I reflect on books read, often with a few comments on the story, my perspective and a recommendation. As mentioned in another post, my reading has been challenging
A week ago, my book club discussed Hernan Diaz’s Trust which won the Pulitzer prize in 2023 – actually a co-winner with Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. Here’s a brief
I discovered Darrell Hillier and his book North Atlantic Crossroads while browsing FaceBook last week. Immediately fascinated, I contacted Darrell who is a former resident of Gander, Newfoundland with a
Not long ago, I read Monica Wood’s novel How to Read a Book. “A charming, deeply-moving novel about second chances, unlikely friendships, and the life-changing power of sharing stories.” As
A few weeks ago, I listed the first ten projects itemized in Project 2025. I realize that some of my readers prefer that I stick to historical fiction, however, I
The other day, a Facebook post asked writers to name an author who had inspired them the most. To me, that was the wrong question. Just like asking someone ‘what
The historical fiction author behind A Writer of History...
