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I recently wrote an essay on writing for my friends at Writer Unboxed. I talked a bit about gathering inspiration from the world around you, and I also revealed the inspiration behind the cover of my newest novel, ALL TOGETHER NOW.
Check it out here if you're interested.
I'm happy to report that I'll be virtually appearing in conversation with my writer buddy Jessica Anya Blau on June 17 at 7pm eastern time courtesy of the delightful One More Page Books in Arlington, VA.
As mentioned, the event is virtual, so there's really no excuse not to go. You don't even have to wear pants. And, if you purchase ALL TOGETHER NOW through One More Page Books, your copy will come with a book plate signed by me.
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If you're anywhere near Baltimore, please come. The event will be held outside on the Ivy's lovely back patio and will include a reading, a signing, and a conversation with the shop's owner, Emma Snyder. Tickets are free, of course. However, due to capacity rules, you need to register for a spot.
The Ivy Bookshop
Baltimore, MD
June 15 at 7pm
Register Now! Hope to see you there.
If you like free things, I recommend signing up immediately.
Stay tuned for more giveaways in the coming weeks as publication day draws near (June 15). Or, if you want to just get it over with now, go ahead and pre-order ALL TOGETHER NOW today, wherever you pre-order books. Honestly, that just seems easier.
Scenes aren't a new thing in writing, obviously, but I'm arguing that the Golden Age of Episodic Television that we're currently experiencing has made dialogue and dramatic action in fiction more important than ever.
See, it's not all jokes with me. I'm a serious damn writer.
And if you're a writer, too, or if you're looking to become one, be sure to check out all the other great posts on Writer Unboxed. It's a valuable resource, and it's absolutely free. Zero dollars. Which isn't bad.
At
just thirty-five, reclusive billionaire Robbie Malcolm is a renowned
financial prognosticator, a celebrated philanthropist, and a
mathematical genius. Also, he’s dying, which is a fact he’s carefully
concealing from the world.
As he takes stock, Robbie realizes
that his wealth means nothing if he can’t help the people who matter
most. So he invites his oldest friends—Blair, Cat, and Wade—to their
beloved Fenwick Island on the coast of Delaware to share his secret and
to reveal plans for each of them that he believes will change their
lives forever.
However, Robbie isn’t the only one with secrets.
The bonds the friends formed as teenagers still exist, but adulthood has
brought a whole new set of complications, like unrequited loves,
marriages on the brink, and so much unfulfilled potential. Robbie’s
plans may look good on paper, but are they any match for the utter
disaster that is real life?
As everything comes to light over a
wild weekend full of surprises, Robbie learns there are still some
things money can’t buy, and a group of friends who thought their best
years were behind them realize just how much they have to look forward
to.
ALL TOGETHER NOW hits bookstores and e-readers on 6.15.21, but you can pre-order now wherever you buy books.
