Author. Book lover. Cat person. Napper.
Hi book lovers! It's been a while since my last author chat, so I'm really excited to have my friend and thriller writer Samantha M. Bailey on the blog today to tell us more about her latest book, A FRIEND IN THE DARK! It's hard to believe we've been pals sharing this writing journey for... Continue Reading →
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 →
Hi book peeps! I have another special treat for you today! I'm thrilled to have Rebecca Taylor on the blog talking about her latest release, as well as her take on traditional and self-publishing. There's so much honesty and invaluable insights here, I really appreciate Rebecca for being so candid. We first met as #2020debuts... Continue Reading →
Hi book friends! October is Mental Health Awareness Month, an issue close to my heart and writing. I'm honoured that Secret Lives was included in this stunning list of books c/o BookTrib and WFWA, attempting to break the silence around mental health, combat stigma, and foster a more empathetic world. I try to approach mental... Continue Reading →
Happy Wednesday, book peeps! I'm thrilled to share with you a recent interview I was fortunate to do with The Debutante Ball. I'm really grateful for their support and excited to let you know that I'll be having an IGTV chat next Monday, September 21st at 7 pm EST (IG handle: https://www.instagram.com/thedebball) with one of... Continue Reading →
At the end of February, I worked a full flight from Denver to Albany. A passenger had broken both legs in a skiing accident. Without a second thought, I hoisted her over my shoulder so she could find a comfortable position in row two. I adjusted her pillows and blanket and backpack and jacket. I... Continue Reading →
Happy Monday, book friends! How have you been doing in these self-isolation times? Are you leaning on books more than ever for escape, connection, community? I know I am! Today I'm thrilled to have fellow Ottawa valley writer and friend Jen Gilroy on the blog. I'm a big fan of Jen's work, so I'm excited... Continue Reading →
Anita Kushwaha, Author 