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On Writing THE KEEPER OF STORIES
The truth is I might not have written The Keeper of Stories if I hadn’t been watching the Oscars. I was curled up on a friend’s sofa, it was very late – or rather, by then, very early in the UK – but it had become a tradition that we watched the Oscars together. When […]
Carolyn Clarke: On Creating HENLIT CENTRAL
Welcome to Hen Lit Central! I started this blog because I imagine there’s an entire genre that’s underrepresented in the literary world — and it’s us, middle-aged women (looking for mature, and unadulterated fun) who are missing out! If you’ve been to your local bookstore or hit up Amazon or Goodreads lately, you’ve surely been […]
Giving myself permission: My writing journey
Giving myself permission: My writing journey When I was younger and I first started writing, I didn’t need permission to write creatively. I just wrote. My love for writing started when I waited for my parents at work. While they did their jobs, I typed away on my typewriter and scribbled in my stack of […]
Digging into Of Sand and Bone
Digging into Of Sand and Bone By Georgia Day About 10 years ago, for a brief period, I was having frequent nightmares. I’m not sure what brought it on. Stress is the most likely culprit, but I won’t ever know for sure. For a little while, though, it was common for me to wake up […]
Inspiration for Writing The Cage…a Human Trafficking Thriller
Inspiration for writing The Cage…a human trafficking thriller I should start out by saying that my education and professional training is that of an actress. After getting my M.A. in Theater all I wanted to do was repertory theater. Life’s journeys led me to L.A. where I got married and had a moderately successful career […]
The Story Behind the Story: SISTERS OF CASTLE LEOD: A NOVEL
The Story Behind the Story: SISTERS OF CASTLE LEOD: A NOVEL Elizabeth Hutchison Bernard (Author of THE BEAUTY DOCTOR and TEMPTATION RAG: A NOVEL) I am frequently asked about what led to my discovery of the fascinating, but previously overlooked, women in my new historical novel, SISTERS OF CASTLE LEOD: Sibell Lilian Mackenzie, 3rd Countess […]
13-Year-Old Signs Deal for Contraband Books Exposing Darker Side of Social Media
Book Deal for Teen’s Graphic Novels Exposing Social Media’s Darker Side Christiania and Charlie Dirtbags inspired by young girl’s online interactions with peers and influencers Abi Behe, a 13-year-old Londoner has agreed a book deal with UK publisher Markosia for her graphic novels Christiania and Charlie Dirtbags. Co-created with comic artists Taka, Thomas Muzzell and […]
Writing On Good Authority: Kinky Sex is More Than Spanking
Writing On Good Authority: Kinky Sex is More Than Spanking By Briana Una McGuckin For a kinky Victorian Gothic novel, there is very little sex in On Good Authority. I suspect a lot of people are confused by this—that they will wonder where the BDSM is in this BDSM book. But it’s a feature, not […]
Unlocking Creativity: How the ‘Women Rising Strong 2024 Workbook’ Can Empower Authors
Unlocking Creativity: How the ‘Women Rising Strong 2024 Workbook’ Can Empower Authors The “Women Rising Strong 2024 Workbook” is a treasure trove for authors, offering a unique blend of self-discovery and professional development. It’s not just a book; it’s a year-long journey that unfolds month by month, with each section dedicated to a different theme […]
From Junkie to Judge: Using My Story to Advocate for Others
From Junkie to Judge: Using My Story to Advocate for Others By Mary Beth O’Connor From Junkie to Judge: One Woman’s Triumph Over Trauma and Addiction took seven years to progress from initial idea to completion. In 2014, when I was 20 years sober, I was appointed a federal administrative law judge. This accomplishment prompted […]
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