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Literary Lagniappe

In Literary Lagniappe we share extra tidbits about our experiences as writers and other sundry musings.

Middle Grade Author Dani Resh Talks About Her Writing Journey

Tabitha Lord
Guest Writer, Literary Lagniappe, on Creativity, on Writing
I am so pleased to feature Dani Resh, author of The Magic Shoe middle grade fantasy series, on BCB today. In her guest article, Dani shares her inspiring journey to becoming a published author. Welcome, Dani! ... Read More...

Journey to Ancient Greece with Author Sophia Kouidou-Giles!

Tabitha Lord
Book Club Profiles, Guest Writer, Literary Lagniappe
Follow the thread of the Fates in this fast-paced and adventurous new tale of love and revenge from the world of Circe as she finds herself caught in the middle of a romance filled with tragedy. An Unexpected A... Read More...

Spotlight on What We Leave Behind – Christine Gallagher Kearney’s Debut Historical Fiction Novel

Tabitha Lord
Book Club Profiles, Interviews, Literary Lagniappe, on Writing
In 1947, war bride Ursula arrives in Minneapolis torn between guilt over leaving loved ones behind and her desire to start a new life, and a family. But the American dream proves elusive—she is struck with po... Read More...

There’s Still Time for a Summer Romance Series!

Tabitha Lord
Book Club Profiles, Literary Lagniappe
Summer's winding down, but there's still time for some romance! For fans of Me Before You and Fault in Our Stars, Always, Orchid (October 24, 2023; Publisher: Azine) is the conclusion of award-winning author Ca... Read More...

A Journey into Writing – YA Author Leisl Kaberry Tells Us How She Got Her Start

Tabitha Lord
Guest Writer, Literary Lagniappe, on Writing
Every writer has a story about how and when it all began for them. Today on BCB, Leisl Kaberry, author of the YA epic fantasy series The Titanian Chronicles, tells us her tale. Welcome, Leisl, and thank you for... Read More...

Spotlight on Nancy McCabe’s YA Science Fiction Novel – Vaulting through Time

Tabitha Lord
Book Club Profiles, Diversity, Guest Writer, Literary Lagniappe, on Creativity, on Writing
16-year-old Elizabeth is dealing with some growing pains. Being bi-racial, she doesn’t look like the other kids in her school, she’s worried about the changes to her center of gravity turning her love of gymnas... Read More...

Do Not Ignore What Matters Most

Amy Wilhelm
Guest Writer, Literary Lagniappe, on Writing
We're thrilled to share the inspiration behind Jamie Beck's The Beauty of Rain in her own words. People who've had a brush with their mortality tend to reassess their priorities, and I am no exception.   My d... Read More...

4 Ways Reading Can Improve Mental Health

Amy Wilhelm
Literary Lagniappe, on Reading
Sometimes we neglect to take care of ourselves because we are too preoccupied with taking care of our families, friends, and jobs. Did you know that one way to enhance your mental health is through reading? Her... Read More...

Roxana Arama Talks Immigration – Facts, Fiction, and Recommended Reading

Tabitha Lord
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Guest Writer, Literary Lagniappe
Roxana Arama's debut novel, Extreme Vetting, weaves the experience of balancing the needs of both American and Romanian families, living in a culture different from the one in which you grew up, working in a fi... Read More...

Rebecca Kelley’s No One Knows Us Here

Amy Wilhelm
Interviews, Literary Lagniappe, Reviews
I love it when an author makes unconventional choices and thoroughly succeeds! Rebecca Kelley set up a challenge for herself when she showed her story's ending first – never my favorite choice. I love that desp... Read More...
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