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Author Talk: Drusilla Campbell, author of Little Girl Gone

Feb 2, 2012

In Drusilla Campbell’s latest novel, LITTLE GIRL GONE, a teenage runaway is rescued by a troubled young man and has been living with him in a trailer for years. But when he kidnaps a pregnant teenager, she must face the reality of her situation. In this interview, Campbell discusses the inspiration that she drew from her personal experiences. She also shares her views on the various relationships examined in the book, reveals her favorite character, and gives insight into why she writes.

Interview: Nelle Davy, author of The Legacy of Eden

Feb 2, 2012

THE LEGACY OF EDEN, Nelle Davy’s debut novel, tells the multi-generational saga of Aurelia. Now uninhabited and decaying, this grand Iowa estate holds the secrets of the Hathaway family’s dark legacy and ultimate downfall. In this interview, conducted by Bookreporter.com’s Usha Rao, Davy talks about her inspiration for the story and offers insight into her main characters. She also describes her writing routine, shares the process of getting her book published while working in the publishing industry herself, and gives us a glimpse into her second book.

Interview: Kristin Hannah, author of Home Front

Feb 2, 2012

HOME FRONT, Kristin Hannah’s new novel, tells the story of Jolene Zarkades, a woman who is deployed to Iraq and must leave her husband and two daughters behind. In this interview, conducted by Bookreporter.com’s Norah Piehl, Hannah discusses her inspiration for the book, as well as the extensive research process she took on to write it. She also describes her characterization methods, shares what she hopes readers will take away from the story, and previews her next novel.

February 2, 2012

The Indie Bestsellers

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The good folks at the American Booksellers Association have released the Indie Comics & Graphic Works Bestseller List for the two-month period ending January 22, 2012. I'm glad to see Habibi topping the list! Here's the top 10; click the link to visit the ABA page for the entire list.

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