APRIL DAVILA
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142 OSTRICHES
Set against the unexpected splendor of an ostrich ranch in the California desert, April Dávila’s beautifully written debut conjures an absorbing and compelling heroine in a story of courage, family and forgiveness.
“A vivid, uplifting debut...”
—Publishers Weekly
Recent Blog Posts
Heartening Words
Deep as I am in the editing process, this idea is really resonating.
5 Ways for Writers to Ward Off Depression
The fact that depression is real shouldn’t come as a shock to my fellow writers out there. Here are 5 ways I ward off depression when it comes knocking.
History of the Haiku
Back in the 13th century, the haiku was just the opening phrase of a much longer, oral poem called a renga.
Yesterday Me
When my alarm went off the next morning, I’d curse yesterday me for being such a selfish bitch. Yesterday me used to make things so difficult.
Favorite Writing Snack For Editing
For edits, especially difficult last mile stuff, my go-to is candied ginger. I’ve been going through a bag of these every few days lately.
The Slow Query
Dear writers, you should NEVER send out a bulk email to agents. Here’s your guide to a (proper) slow query, start to finish.
The Plot
My friend Tessa Williamson gave me a copy of The Plot, by Jean Hanff Korelitz, and I am plowing through it. It is the best fictional work I’ve ever read […]
How I Keep Myself Organized
I decided a long time ago that I needed to get organized. Here’s how. (Hang onto your hats, dis about to get nerdy.)
Happy Indie Bookstore Day
Today is Independent Bookstore Day (and also my local bookstore’s 15th birthday) so you know we had to celebrate. Did the scavenger hunt, picked up Austin Kleon’s Read Like an […]
June Retreat
Take some time to treat yourself well. Hike, swim, eat delicious food, do some writing. It’s going to be a lovely retreat.