I love Amy Ferris. She writes from the heart about subjects that all of us, as women, can relate to. If Marrying George Clooney is not on your bookshelf already, order yourself a copy right now. Amy doesn't sugar-coat. She tells it like it is. Her emotions are raw, her words … [Read more...] about assisted loving by amy ferris
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Our Exclusive Interview with Poet/Author Molly Peacock
Our readers seem to have formed a Molly Peacock fan club, raving about her Mother's Day essay last week and entering our giveaway to win a copy of her new book, The Paper Garden: An Artist Begins Her Life's Work at 72 in droves. Because you still want more, we're excited to … [Read more...] about Our Exclusive Interview with Poet/Author Molly Peacock
My Real Mom — and My 311-Year-Old Mother by Molly Peacock
You know Molly Peacock as an acclaimed poet, but we predict she will soon become equally acclaimed for her gorgeous new book, The Paper Garden: an Artist Begins her Life's Work at 72. We'll be interviewing Molly next week but, meanwhile, in honor of Mother's Day, we are so proud … [Read more...] about My Real Mom — and My 311-Year-Old Mother by Molly Peacock
piper weiss on “my mom, style icon”
Okay, you have to get this book because it will make you see your mother in a whole new way. My Mom, Style Icon is Piper Weiss' ode to the women our mothers were before we came along. Based on her fantastic blog, it's filled with incredibly personal photos and stories submitted … [Read more...] about piper weiss on “my mom, style icon”
Beauty Lessons: What I Wish My Daughter Knew by Debra Monroe
I interviewed Debra Monroe last year when her book, On the Outskirts of Normal: Forging a Family Against the Grain, came out, and was struck by her honesty, her directness and, most of all, her love for her daughter. I am so honored that she offered us this eloquent piece which … [Read more...] about Beauty Lessons: What I Wish My Daughter Knew by Debra Monroe
Our Exclusive Interview with Bestselling Author Luanne Rice
Luanne Rice is one of the biggest bestselling authors in the world -- and it's no wonder. Her books are page-turners filled with easy-to-relate-to family dynamics, lots of love and warmth, beautiful beach settings and, often, deep secrets. Her latest, The Silver Boat, is no … [Read more...] about Our Exclusive Interview with Bestselling Author Luanne Rice
rebecca rasmussen talks about “the bird sisters”
I fell in love with Rebecca Rasmussen's debut novel, The Bird Sisters, from its first sentence: "Used to be when a bird flew into a window, Milly and Twiss got a visit." This magical story about two elderly sisters is so beautifully written, you want to drag out the reading … [Read more...] about rebecca rasmussen talks about “the bird sisters”
bethenny frankel on “a place of yes”
Whatever you think of The Real Housewives, you have to admire Bethenny Frankel, who went on to have her own reality show, Bethenny Ever After, was first runner-up on The Apprentice: Martha Stewart and was voted into the finalist spot on Skating with the Stars. She now takes on … [Read more...] about bethenny frankel on “a place of yes”