Author, Compulsively Readable Thrillers
This is a reprint of a column I wrote last month for Women’s Voices Magazine. The August issue is out tomorrow with a new column. I hope you’ll come on over and check it out. There are dozens of smart, articulate, talented women writing about everything you could imagine. You can find it here. … Read more
I’m so pleased to present my first “Glossi.” A Glossi is a short online magazine that you can create (free) about a subject. I did mine, of course, as a short virtual tour of Cuba, using excerpts from HAVANA LOST. Enjoy! Click to view Havana Lost on GLOSSI.COM
Well, that’s it. My latest novel, Havana Lost, is finally out in the wild, being read by a bunch of fans who have downloaded the Advance Reader Copy. I’ve already been asked a whole load of questions about the writing process, the book, the characters and Cuba itself. Here are my answers. What attracted you … Read more
While my daughter and I were in Lake Geneva at a spa last weekend, Einstein was at his spa at the kennel. Here he is enjoying a dip in the pool. Before you start, we have an excuse… he’s 10 years old and he has pretty bad arthritis. Really.
Have you seen this? (Screaming allowed. I did.) [iframe src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/6n3zat044MY” width=”480″ height=”270″]
A friend sent this to me. It’s long– but a fun history of the Jewish Deli. And if you’re a real fan of them, it’ll start smelling like one about half way through. Thank God we still have Manny’s in Chicago. Pass the pickles, please. [iframe src=”http://player.vimeo.com/video/53381762″ width=”480″ … Read more
I’ve been trying to figure out what it is about HOMELAND that has turned me into a junkie. I had to sign up for Showtime because I couldn’t wait a day or two until it came online. I am turning down dates and engagements on Sunday nights, even if I think I’ll be home in … Read more
Since the season is upon us, I’d like to tell you about the scariest thing that ever happened to me. Actually, I have several experiences from which to draw: — I was caught in a fire in my apartment building and had to run down a smoke-filled staircase — I was mugged in downtown Chicago … Read more
Wow. You must watch this. Two Minute World History
