Lorna Jane Cook is the author of three novels, the latest of, OUTSIDE WONDERLAND, is now available in bookstores. Today, she reflects on the first stories she ever told --- and the woman who encouraged her to dream even bigger.
Johnny Carson
The only thing money gives you is the freedom of not worrying about money.
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Johnny Carson
An anesthesiologist, mother and now author, Michelle Au knows a thing or two about changes and balancing acts. In this special post, Michelle discusses the inspirations behind her forthcoming debut THIS WON’T HURT A BIT (AND OTHER WHITE LIES): My Education in Medicine and Motherhood, which will be released May 11th.
Novelist Shilpi Somaya Gowda, author of the international bestseller Secret Daughter, discusses the spirit and special bond of her own book club, as well as those she's met along the way. Secret Daughter is now available in paperback! Click here for a special video.
The protagonist of Victoria Brown’s debut novel, MINDING BEN, is based on her own personal journey from Trinidad to New York to work as a full-time nanny at age 16. Below, Victoria remembers her grade-school calypso singing days in her village during revolutionary times --- and the busy, supportive mother who “worked” as her dedicated lyricist.
Arthur Godfrey
I'm proud to pay taxes in the United States; the only thing is, I could be just as proud for half the money.
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Arthur Godfrey
Bestselling author Julia Spencer-Fleming’s latest novel, ONE WAS A SOLDIER, explores the problems veterans face as they reenter society. Born on an Air Force Base and growing up an “Army brat,” Julia recalls how her mother always made sure to stock the bookshelves of the family’s new abodes and, even in poorer times, kept book-loving Julia well supplied.
