Tag: writing

Q&A with Lisa Barr, Author of The Unbreakables

By Heather Caliendo ·

Lisa Barr is the author of The Unbreakables and Fugitive Colors. In addition, Lisa served as an editor for The Jerusalem Post, managing editor of Today’s Chicago Woman, managing editor of Moment magazine, and as an editor/reporter for the Chicago Sun-Times.

Q&A with Chanel Cleeton, Author of Next Year in Havana

By Heather Caliendo ·

Chanel Cleeton is the author of 10 books. Originally from Florida, Chanel grew up on stories of her family’s exodus from Cuba following the events of the Cuban Revolution, which help served as the inspiration for the engaging and wonderful Next Year in Havana. That book is a must-read (check out my preview, review and book club questions). Get […]

Book Club Questions for Love and Ruin by Paula McLain

By Heather Caliendo ·

I’m still thinking about Love and Ruin by Paula McLain. The story takes you on Martha Gellhorn’s journey to forging a path as her own woman and writer. It’s heartfelt, sad at times and Gellhorn is very inspiring. You know the conversation starter question, if you could have dinner with anyone: dead or alive? Martha Gellhorn […]

Review: Love and Ruin by Paula McLain

By Heather Caliendo ·

I adore Love and Ruin by Paula McLain. She wrote Martha Gellhorn so well, I truly felt like I was along for the ride with Gellhorn. It’s an exceptional book that features love and loss but is really about Gellhorn’s dreams and her fearless passion for writing.