The Night I Nearly Died
I almost died this week… Mikella and I made the bold decision to chaperone a night-skiing trip that Riggs’s school puts on weekly during the season. Had I a dollar for every time a boy uttered “bro” or “literally,” I could buy a bookstore. Once the kids were off on the lifts, we suited up. […]
Red Mountain in Pictures
A few of my favorite photographs from my time on Red Mountain. I hope these visuals enhance your reading experience as you jump into the stories of The Red Mountain Chronicles. Revisiting these shots sure does make me miss out there. I wonder what Margot and Otis are up to… (Click to enlarge the image)
Book Club Questions – A Spanish Sunrise
The reading group should plan a tasting party. The menu should include olives, good olive oil (oliveoillovers.com), Marconi almonds, Spanish wines, crispy bread etc. Possibly a Fideuà or Paella. Who has been to Spain? Which parts? What were your impressions? Who were your favorite characters? Who were your least favorite characters? Discuss the journey of […]
Spain in Pictures
A look at our life in Spain while I work on a couple of books set here. Thanks for your interest. (Click to enlarge image; click back button to return to gallery.)
Rules for Attending a Wine Festival
After years of working behind the table at wine festivals around the world, you notice some things. So here’s your insider’s guide to behaving like a pro. Please don’t get all worked up and defensive over the language… it’s all in good fun. And let’s face it, if you’re feeling offended, it’s just because you’re […]
Maybe the Best Book I’ve Ever Read…
What’s the best book you’ve ever read? When did you realize it? One page in or halfway through? And honestly, with so many out there, can you really have just one? Amor Towles’ A Gentleman in Moscow found me in November, and I knew I’d be forever changed as a writer and reader after only […]
Why Do Asians Wear Surgical Masks?
Konnichiwa from Osaka! Every time I come to Asia, I find myself once again curious about the surgical masks. We all might know the obvious reasons, but the last one I’ll mention is what fascinates me the most. At first glance, many other cultures might assume someone wearing a mask doesn’t want to get sick. That’s […]
