Writing a present
Sometimes others see things in your writing that are not always obvious as you put pen to paper.
All posts filed under: Recommended Readings
Books (along with a smattering of movies and plays) that I have found of interest and want to share
Music as a healing force
Experiencing the healing power of music.
A case of cons, doubles, and intrigue
After reading a random work in a mystery series, I often return to the beginning: this time with Inspector Maigret.
Unexpected perspectives
An excerpt from an upcoming review of Thomas Schiff’s extraordinary “Civic Architecture Across America.”
Talking murder mysteries with Anna Scotti
My conversation with Anna Scotti about her latest mystery “It’s Not Even Past.”
A stunning work of great pain and grace
Anne Berest’s “The Postcard” is painful at a profound level, and yet somehow resilient and inspiring.
A history of the City of Light
Q&A with Jeremy Black, MBE, on his recent book “Paris: A Short History.”
From the bookshelf: July 2025
It is my intention to read five books each month. See what made the cut in July.
The dark secrets of Charm City
The first in a now successful series featuring Tess Monaghan, accidental Private Investigator.
Love will return
Madeleine L’Engle is a writer I turn to again and again, often during hard times.
MORE TO COME... 