It's time for another interview with a fantastic writer. This month, it's Phill Provance. In addition to his most recent poetry collection A Plan in Case of Morning (Vine Leaves Press), Phill’s books include two works of nonfiction, A Brief History of Woodbridge, New Jersey (The History Press 2019) and Postcards of McHenry County, Illinois (The History Press 2021), the … Continue reading Interview with… Phill Provance
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Interview with… Joanne Nelson
It's author interview time, and I'm delighted to introduce you to Joanne Nelson. Joanne is the author of the memoir, This is How We Leave available from Vine Leaves Press. Her writing appears in anthologies and literary journals such as Brevity, the Citron Review,the museum of americana,Consequence, and Redivider. In addition, she is a contributor … Continue reading Interview with… Joanne Nelson
Interview with… Tom Gillespie
For my final interview of the year I'm delighted to be joined by Tom Gillespie, author of The Strange Book of Jacob Boyce. Tom is a novel and short fiction writer. His stories have been published worldwide in journals, e-zines and creative anthologies including East of the Web, Linden Literary Review, The Ogilvie. His work … Continue reading Interview with… Tom Gillespie
And just like that, summer was gone…
Well, not quite. Let's say it's in flux, as crispy brown leaves litter the pavement and no one's quite sure if they should wear a jumper, sunglasses, raincoat, or shorts - or a jaunty mix of all four. Last Monday it was hot... so hot. Artoo and I slouched around Churchtown because it looked like … Continue reading And just like that, summer was gone…
Interview with… Bauke Kamstra
Welcome to my new monthly new series, Interview with... My aim is to introduce you to authors you may not have come across before. The first few will be with fellow Vine Leaves Press authors, mostly because I asked and they were hugely enthusiastic! So without further ado, please welcome poet Bauke Kamstra... Hi Bauke. … Continue reading Interview with… Bauke Kamstra
Audrina Lane: an interview
And, here's another Where Words Fail Music Speaks author interview. Don't forget to buy your copy on Amazon, available on Kindle and in paperback, with all proceeds going to the Clusterbusters charity Today, it's Audrina Lane's turn! Tell me a little bit about yourself. I’m Audrina Lane, an author since I turned 40 (4 years ago) and … Continue reading Audrina Lane: an interview
The anthology launches!
I'm excited to be taking part in the release blitz for the Where Words Fail, Music Speaks Anthology, which is out now! Where Words Fail, Music Speaks is a collection of short stories and poetry by writers from all walks of life. Each story is based on the titles of 90s Britpop songs, including Come … Continue reading The anthology launches!
Where Words Fail, Music Speaks – Cover Reveal
Yes, I know, I'm late to this particular party - a cover reveal for an anthology I'm going to be included in! I had Tuesday's post for Theresa Milstein scheduled weeks in advance, the only post currently scheduled for the rest of the year! It's a bit like that story/urban myth/utter truth that the first … Continue reading Where Words Fail, Music Speaks – Cover Reveal
Introducing Theresa Milstein
I've known Theresa for ages now - although I can't remember how or when we met. That's usually how writers appear in my life, surreptitiously, hanging around my blog or Facebook when I'm lost in a series of scenes and popping up with useful advice. I'm delighted to have her on my blog to help … Continue reading Introducing Theresa Milstein
Where Words Fail, Music Speaks
Two lovely author friends - Kyra Lennon and Clare Dugmore - are editing an anthology, Where Words Fail, Music Speaks, in aid of research into cluster headaches, a debilitating condition suffered by more people than you'd think. Kyra knows at least a couple of people who suffer which inspired her to create the anthology. And one … Continue reading Where Words Fail, Music Speaks