Reader Mailbag: When Do You Give Up On A Book?
In the February 2023 newsletter, I asked readers how long they last on a book they are not enjoying, before giving up on it. Here are the responses: (more…)
Order of Tammy Andresen Books
Tammy Andresen is an American author of contemporary, historical, and YA romance novels. She writes the Calling All Rakes, Dark Duke’s Legacy, Lords of Scandal, Romancing the Rake, Taming the Heart, and several other series. She is a USA Today bestselling author. Tammy spent her childhood on the Seacoast of Maine, where she spent endless days daydreaming stories in blueberry fields and among the scrub pines that adorn the coast. Tammy’s love for storytelling stems from her mother, who had a passion for spinning a yarn. She spent countless hours listening to her mother retell the classics. At the age of 18, Tammy pursued her passion for literature and education by attending Simmons College in Massachusetts, where she studied English literature and education. Although she never left Massachusetts, a part of her heart still remains in Maine, and her family (her, her husband, and three children) frequently visits. (more…)
Order of Kat T. Masen Books
Kat T. Masen is an Australian author of New Adult romance novels. She writes the Dark Love and the Forbidden Love series, and is a USA Today bestselling author. She likes writing angsty forbidden love triangles. She loves the ’80s, Beverly Hills 90210, and eating nachos while watching Gilmore Girls. Kat is married with four sons. (more…)
Order of Honey Phillips Books
Honey Phillips is an author of science fiction/romance novels. She writes the Alien Abduction, Alien Invasion, Cyborgs on Mars, Exposed to the Elements, and other series. Honey began writing when she was five years old when she wrote and drew her own book. She’s gotten better as a writer since then – albeit the same can’t be said for her drawing skills. Honey enjoys writing, reading, traveling, cooking, and drinking champagne. (more…)
Order of Ciara St. James Books
Ciara St. James is an author of erotic romance novels. She writes the Dublin Falls’ Archangel’s Warriors MC, Hunters Creek Archangel’s Warriors MC, Tenillo Guardians AIMC, and other series. Ciara has always dreamed of being an author, and finally left her job as a nurse to pursue her dream. Her books are full of romance, suspense, danger, and also vigilante justice. (more…)
Order of Ellie Midwood Books
Ellie Midwood is an author of historical fiction novels. She is a USA Today bestselling author. She sets many of her novels in the World War II-era – an interest which she credits to her grandfather, who was a junior sergeant. Ellie continues to research World War II and Holocaust history by obtaining as much memorabilia and as many documents as she can. In her spare time, Ellie enjoys yoga, going on adventures, learning languages, and philosophy. She lives in New York. (more…)
Order of Ryan Cahill Books
Ryan Cahill is an Irish author of epic fantasy novels. He writes The Bound and The Broken series. Ryan has always been fascinated by storytelling – a characteristic that his parents helped nurture. He grew up reading Terry Pratchett and J.R.R. Tolkien, before later moving onto such authors as George R.R. Martin and Robert Jordan. Ryan resides in Dublin, Ireland. (more…)
Order of Frances Crane Books
Frances Crane (1890-1981) was an American author of mystery novels. Her series is the Pat & Jean Abbott series. Frances graduated from the University of Illinois and did her graduate studies at the University of Chicago. She was an outspoken liberal, who spent time in Nazi Germany, and would mock Hitler’s speeches, and try convincing restaurant staff she was Jewish. Unsurprisingly, she was later expelled from Germany. She returned home as a divorcée, and in need of money, began writing detective fiction. (more…)
Order of Michael Mammay Books
Michael Mammay is an American author of science fiction novels. Michael is a retired officer with the army, and is a veteran of Desert Storm, Somalia, Iraq, and Afghanistan. He has his Master’s degree in military history. Michael lives in Georgia with his family. (more…)
Order of Skyler Mason Books
Skyler Mason is an author of romance novels. However, she considers herself a reader above all else. She aims to create strong female characters that will make their lovers cry – when they deserve it. (more…)