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A Few Words With: ‘Dear Friend’ Gina L. Mulligan
Author and philanthropist Gina L. Mulligan began her award-winning writing career more than 20 years ago.
A Few Words With: Editor Extraordinaire Jane Friedman
When it comes to maneuvering the complex labyrinth that comprises the modern publishing industry, few voices are as respected as former Writer's Digest publisher Jane Friedman.
A Few Words With: Multi-Talented Chuck Sambuchino
Many aspiring authors know Chuck Sambuchino from his time at Writer's Digest, where for many years he was the editor of the publication's indispensable annual "Guide to Literary Agents." When he was not helping others find an agent, Chuck was
A Few Words With: True Crime/Memoir Author Mardi Jo Link
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Successful authors are usually loath to risk alienating the loyal readers they have worked so hard to acquire, so any foray into another genre is usually done under a
A Few Words With: “Ty Cobb: A Terrible Beauty” Author Charles Leerhsen
Like most baseball fans, I grew up believing the immortal Ty Cobb of the Detroit Tigers was one miserable, awful SOB. But thanks to the impeccable Charles Leerhsen I don't believe that anymore, nor should anyone else.
A Few Words With: “Elsewhere, California” Author Dana Johnson
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Author Dana Johnson has been described as "an exacting observer of the beautiful ugly truths of Los Angeles, class, race, being alive.” After reading her outstanding debut novel
A Few Words With: “Family Coach” Catherine Pearlman
Parenting is a damned hard job. Days off? Ha! And as any stressed out, overworked and sleep-deprived parent can tell you, we can all use a hand once in a while.
A Few (More) Words with NYT Bestselling Author Jeff Pearlman
`There is a first time for everything, and so today The Open Mic welcomes NYT Bestselling author Jeff Pearlman as its very first return guest.