by Andi | Nov 23, 2014 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
This week, I finished Claire Messud’s brilliant novel The Woman Upstairs. I’d read much of the discussion when it came out, including her wise and sharp statements about the idea of “likability” in characters. So I went into this book braced... by Andi | Nov 22, 2014 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
I may be mistaken, but I”m pretty sure Allen and I met on Twitter, probably in some way that involved mutual friends and my newly acquired (husband-driven) interest in NASCAR. He’s a kind man, and I think you’ll enjoy his interview. PLUS, the... by Andi | Nov 21, 2014 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
If I had to pick one genre of books to read and one only (please God, don’t make me pick!), I would choose essay collections. I love the terse, lyrical nature of the form. I love the variety – memoir, reflection, journalism, humor. And I love the way... by Andi | Nov 18, 2014 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
Last night, in a steaming tub, I finished Claire Messud’s brilliant book The Woman Upstairs, and I thought – not for the first time – that this is what it means to write a book that really matters, but quietly so. I will do a full review of the... by Andi | Nov 15, 2014 | Book Recommendations, Written and Wrought
For several years now, I’ve subscribed to the Funds for Writers newsletter put out by C. Hope Clark. So today I am quite honored to share an interview with Hope. Be sure to sign up for her newsletter, too. 1. Tell me about your latest project. My latest...