When World War II POWs returned home, many couldn’t talk about the brutality they’d seen. Decades later one finally tells his story to the world. Read more.
On Writing & Reading
Here you'll find author profiles as well as mini – and not-so-mini – book reviews. I’m a writer who loves to talk about writing, so if you like to write I hope you’ll stop by now and then for some writing tips and to chat about the writing life.
John Donne — A Love Affair With a Poet Long Dead
My college notes on the 17th-century poet John Donne were cautious and circumspect. My feelings fairly burst with yearning, spiritual and erotic. Read more.
Women’s National Book Association — A Fun Place to Meet Writers
The Women’s National Book Association — a fun organization for writers — published a very nice interview with me. Read more.
Going Mobile Friendly — A Jazzy New Look Is Under Construction
We’re rebuilding this website to be mobile friendly — expect lots of messy heavy lifting for the next few weeks. Read more.
I Landed a Bit Part in a Real Movie — Thank You, Armistead Maupin
For her documentary about Armistead Maupin, Jennifer Kroot needed to interview someone who could tell tales about the birth of “Tales of the City.” Read more.
“Bamboo Secrets” — A Love Story in the Shadow of Japan
Kudos for Wrestling with God — The Author Shamelessly Keeps Score
Today I shamelessly brag about the kudos that “Wrestling with God: Stories of Doubt and Faith” has earned: lots of nice reviews and prizes. Read more.