Today is the official Pub Day for Passing Fancies, my second Julia Kydd historical mystery. I feel proud and grateful, but also subdued. While I want to recognize all the hard work and care that went into its making--my own and that of the talented crew at Lake Union … [Read more...]
New interview about Passing Fancies
Check out Marni Graff's thoughtful new interview with me about Passing Fancies, my new historical mystery, which is officially out next week. The interview is posted today on Marni's blog, Auntie M Writes. It explains a bit about why I chose the Jazz Age as the setting for my … [Read more...]
Passing Fancies GoodReads Giveaway
Big news! On GoodReads this month, Lake Union Publishing is giving away 100 e-book copies of the second Julia Kydd historical mystery, Passing Fancies. Register here for the chance to be one of the lucky winners; the big giveaway ends on June 1, 2020. Who doesn't love a free … [Read more...]
Relative Fortunes Recommended in GoodReads Article
I'm chuffed to see Relative Fortunes named as one of forty-eight mysteries and thrillers recommended in a recent GoodReads article. Check it out here. The article divides selections into six popular plot tropes like "The Locked Room" and "Oops, We're All Trapped Here Together." … [Read more...]
Historical Fiction: The Realistic and the Real
By definition, historical fiction is a mix of the real and the realistic. In what proportions? Each writer must arrive at the blend that best serves her purposes. Here’s my approach in writing the Julia Kydd novels. The 1920s are one of the best known and most important eras … [Read more...]
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