Author. Book lover. Cat person. Napper.
Author life is many things--engrossing when you're in the throes of a new WIP, validating when you connect with readers who just get your work, frustrating when you're feeling creatively blocked, lonely when you see everyone and their cat getting book deals (except you), nerve-racking when you're on submission or waiting on feedback from your... Continue Reading →
Hi book friends! I'm thrilled to host the incredibly talented and generous Danila Botha on the blog today. The story of how we met is something I'll always remember and cherish because it marked the true beginning of my literary career and I've been fortunate to still be doing the thing I love all these... Continue Reading →
I'm thrilled to have talented debut and fellow Inanna Publications author, Niloufar-Lily Soltani, on the blog today to discuss her new novel, out last week! In exciting news, "Zulaikha" was highlighted by prestigious CBC Books as a Canadian book to read this fall. 🤩👏🇨🇦📚 I had the honour of reading and blurbing an early copy... Continue Reading →
Hey book friends! It's my great pleasure to host talented memoirist, Kelly S. Thompson, on the blog today. I've been a fangirl of Kelly's since reading her debut memoir, Girls Need Not Apply. She's joining us today to chat about her sophomore offering, Still, I Cannot Save You, a book that now lives on my... Continue Reading →
Sending love and gratitude to my wonderful publisher Inanna Publications (https://www.inanna.ca/) for championing women's voices and stories for over four decades. 🎉♀️👏I fondly remember working with former Editor-in-Chief, Luciana Ricciutelli, who sadly passed away in 2020. Her approach was collaborative, respectful, insightful, and remains my best editorial experience to date.I hope you'll support this tireless... Continue Reading →
Did you know? Today is Women's Fiction Day!!! A celebration of writers of Women's Fiction and their stories. There's going to be lots of activities happening throughout the day, from author chats to giveaways, so follow along and join in the fun! Check out https://www.womensfictionwriters.org for all the details! In honour of the occasion, I'm... Continue Reading →
Hi book friends!How are you managing through all the craziness of our current world? I have to admit, it's taken me a minute to adjust, both personally and professionally. As you can imagine, it's a difficult time to be launching and promoting a new book. I was disheartened to see my author events disappear, one... Continue Reading →
Happy Friday, book peeps! Yesterday was indie book signings day! I had a wonderful time meeting and chatting with the friendliest book folks in and around the Ottawa area. I'm happy to share that signed copies of Secret Lives are now available at the following indies! I also dropped off some lovely bookmarks c/o the... Continue Reading →
Happy Valentine's Day, book peeps! I'm over the moon to have my good friend and book sister, Sonia Saikaley, on the blog today. Sonia is a ridiculously talented author and wonderful person. We've known each other for many years now and I cannot imagine travelling this writing journey without her friendship, wisdom, and support. I'm... Continue Reading →
I hope your 2020 is off to a great start! It's been a little hectic over here in the lead-up to the release of "Secret Lives of Mothers & Daughters." Just a few weeks to go, I can't quite believe it! I'm posting today about a new feature on the blog that I'm really excited... Continue Reading →
Anita Kushwaha, Author 