Category Archives: Bookish Chatter

Last year, I had the honor of reviewing Susan Gregg Gilmore’s book, The Improper Life of Bezellia Grove. When I was contacted by her publicist to help celebrate the paperback release of the book, I couldn’t say no. Here’s the … Continue reading →

 In the midst of writing a social media policy, I started compiling a list of reasons I block users on twitter. I do not auto-follow; I take a look at the tweet stream/account of each and every individual who follows me … Continue reading →

Today I’m pleased to welcome Dana Kaye, Independent Book Publicist.  I’ve worked with Dana in her role as a publicist for a while now. She’s passionate about her work and one of her biggest strengths: She “gets” readers.  When she … Continue reading →

This post is intended to serve as a welcome or intro to me for those authors, publicists, bloggers, etc whom I met while at a BEA (Book Expo America) last week. This is a sticky post. Just scroll down to … Continue reading →

Every reader has experienced an occasion in which they are reading a book, loving it, but can’t stand the character(s). If you don’t like a character, does it change the way you feel about the book? Cause you to close … Continue reading →

Nearly a year ago, I proclaimed my love of all things Gregg Hurwitz in this Waiting on Wednesday post, specifically for his newest release, They’re Watching.  Now, a year later, this fantastical piece of suspense fiction is out in paperback. … Continue reading →

Earlier today, I reviewed the adorable picture book, Bluebird Finds A Home. Thanks to the publisher, I have a wonderful giveaway to offer! The winner will receive an autographed copy of Bluebird Finds a Home, plus an original pencil drawing … Continue reading →

It’s just a little over a month away: the event book bloggers, authors, & publishers all look forward to! Book Expo America! One of the most important things about BEA is not the free galleys but the networking!  I’ve made … Continue reading →

  TRANSCRIPTION OF CARTER ROSS PRESS CONFERENCE DATE: APRIL 8, 2011 PLACE: ROBERT TREAT HOTEL, NEWARK, N.J. ERIN MITCHELL: Thank you for coming everyone, especially on such short notice. I’m Erin Mitchell and I’ve been retained by Carter Ross as … Continue reading →