Over the years I’ve taken many writing classes at the University of Washington and the Hugo House in Seatttle. Each one taught me different skills about the craft of writing. And after each class, I tried to hone those skills to make my fiction or essays better. Feeling quite miserable for months after the 2016… Continue reading Has this ever happened to you in a writing class?
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Serendipity, winter solstice, and my dog, Lucy (not her real name).
Always happy when serendipity allows me a chance to talk about my novel with a stranger. Yesterday, in Seattle, a crisp and sunny winter solstice, I walked my dog to the library to pick up Still Life with Bread Crumbs (Anna Quindlen), and Zelda (Nancy Milford). When I returned home along the path at Green… Continue reading Serendipity, winter solstice, and my dog, Lucy (not her real name).
A Father’s Day Tribute: Location, location, location.
My dad’s enthusiasm for athletics infused my childhood. He introduced me to more sports than I have fingers. I was nine years old when it started. My family had moved into a modest three-bedroom home on an acre of land across the street from the back nine of an esteemed public golf course. My father… Continue reading A Father’s Day Tribute: Location, location, location.
May 18 is National Golf Day!
As a writer and a golfer, I found joy in creating a main character with a passion for golf. Here’s an excerpt of a chat between Par Parker and her mother from my debut novel, A Tight Grip… In an uncharacteristic moment of blissful connection, [Par’s mother asked], “What do you love about golf?” Excited about her… Continue reading May 18 is National Golf Day!
Free sample! Women’s golf magazine.
Have you seen GottaGoGolf’s Spring issue? Here’s a free sample. Read.uberflip.com/t/164737 I read the entire magazine the second it came through by email, and was thoroughly immersed in its positive spirit. Not being a fan of traditional golf magazines, I enjoyed and related to everything in GottaGoGolf , especially its theme: We’ve got the POWER! Hope you enjoy… Continue reading Free sample! Women’s golf magazine.
Pre-Publication Taming of the Beasts!
These two beasts may be familiar to you. I wrestled with them, pinned them to the mat, and then moved closer to the prize of publication! Click here to find out more: [SWP: Behind the Book] Taming the Beasts
Interview-Ask me anything, Anne Leigh Parrish…
ALP: Golf seems to be a major factor in your life, both in your debut novel, A Tight Grip, and your personal life. Tell us a little about your history with the sport, and how it influenced your writing of your book. KRC: Golf was my first passion in life. I started playing at 9… Continue reading Interview-Ask me anything, Anne Leigh Parrish…
Book tour takes me to Michigan
My debut novel, A Tight Grip, is set in my hometown of Jackson, Michigan. I’m happy to share that I am returning to the scene of the story on August 7th. Many events are planned. It all begins on Friday, 8/8, with the Bart Hawley Show on Jackson TV! I’ve heard great things about Bart,… Continue reading Book tour takes me to Michigan
Two events in southern California coming up.
Please join me on Saturday, 7/19/14, at Bank of Books in Malibu, as I read from my debut novel, A Tight Grip. The event begins at 2 pm: I’ll read some excerpts, then Q & A–ask me anything, and I’ll be happy to sign books. Bank of Books is located at Point Dume Village, 29169… Continue reading Two events in southern California coming up.
Eagle Harbor Book Co on Bainbridge Island
Walk, drive, or ferry on over! It’d be great to see you. Thursday, July 10th, at 7:30 PM Reading, Q & A, Book Signing http://www.eagleharborbooks.com/event/tight-grip