Libby McNamee's tagline? "Remember the Ladies." Do you listen to music while you write or edit? If so, what’s on your writing playlist? I love...
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Interview with Paper Lantern Writer C. V. Lee
We historical fiction readers love to discover places, people, and things we didn’t know about. We love to step into someone else’s shoes, boots, or...
Words with a Wordsmith Rachel Callaghan
Rachel Callaghan's Novel: Under Water How many unpublished and half-finished books do you have? The second finished novel to be published soon is...
Interview with Paper Lantern Writer Edie Cay
Regency romance is not a genre I traditionally read, so I approached Edie Cay’s When the Blood Is Up series with a certain amount of caution. But...
Words with a Wordsmith: V.E.H. Masters
What was the inspiration for your most recent book? The Familists, which was released a few months ago is the fourth in my series The Seton...
Interview with Paper Lantern Writer Mari Anne Christie
I found Mari Anne Christie's novel, Blind Tribute, to be a fascinating and unique perspective on the Civil War. (I reviewed it here.) I jumped at...
Words with a Wordsmith: Pat Wahler
Pat Wahler writes readable, relatable women. What is the first book that made you cry? As a kid, I spent a lot of time reading. I gravitated toward...
Words with a Wordsmith Lindsey S. Fera
Lindsey S. Fera's Books What literary pilgrimages have you gone on? I've gone on several for my Muskets Trilogy. The easiest ones were close to...
Words with a Wordsmith Cathie Hartigan
Cathie Hartigan's books (all available on your local Amazon): What was the inspiration for your most recent book? A letter. One of the best...
Words with a Wordsmith D. S. Lang
D.S. Lang Books - at the Corner of History and Mystery What period of history do you wish you knew more about? I love history, and I’m...
Words with a Wordsmith S. Lee Fisher
The Women of Campbell County Saga What period of history do you wish you knew more about? As a member of the DAR (Daughters of the...
Words with a Wordsmith – Kate Quinn
Give yourself permission to be bad. That first draft is going to be terrible, but it’s ok; everybody’s is. Don’t give in to that little voice that says “This is terrible, whoever said you could do this?” because then you will never write anything.
Q & A What is the Spark that Prompted Your Book
The world of historical fiction is full of amazing, interesting, and fascinating stories. I often wonder what sparks authors to write the stories...
Words with a Wordsmith Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger
Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger writes historical fiction with strong women characters. What was the inspiration for your most recent book? The Diplomat’s...
Words with a Wordsmith Emily J. Edwards
Emily J. Edwards writes Girl Friday Mysteries. Do you listen to music while you write or edit? If so, what’s on your writing playlist? I'll tell you...
Words With a Wordsmith: Rozsa Gaston
Rozsa Gaston : “History matters.” Are there TV shows or films that have influenced your writing? Yes. I saw The Red Balloon (1956) at our local...
Words with a Wordsmith: Jodi Lea Stewart
Jodi Lea Stewart writes about triumph over adversity. What was the inspiration for your most recent book? Oppression is prolonged cruel or unjust...
Words with a Wordsmith: Jody Hadlock
Jody Hadlock‘s novel is inspired by a true story. What is your favorite non-reading activity? I practice yoga and Pilates. They keep me sane! Is...
New Member Spotlight: Alina Rubin
Alina Rubin - welcome to Paper Lantern Writers! What would you like readers to know about you? I’m an IT professional and a mom, who, during...
New Member Spotlight: Michael Ross
What would you like readers to know about you? Michael Ross is a lover of history and great stories. He’s a retired software engineer turned author,...
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