Light in August
I snapped this photo on the way home from the bar tonight. It brought to mind what the hell Faulkner may have seen after a few bourbons. But mainly great memories of my late friend, Dean Faulkner Wells, who spent much of her youth with her famous uncle. On the left is the Lyric theater […]
The Latest
Blogging has been seldom and slow as of late. During the book tour — nearly two months — keeping up my writing was nearly impossible. And now back from tour, I’m working on a new novel. Well, I’m happy to say I’m far enough ahead on the new Spenser that I can keep up a […]
Thoughts on Morris the Cat, Burt Reynolds and Private Eyes
Caught “Shamus” the other night with my pal, Jack Pendarvis. Burt — as always — was great. But the movie itself was pretty bad even though it featured Morris the Cat at the zenith of his stardom. Jack was more disappointed in Morris’s performance than the movie itself and had me watch “The Long Goodbye” […]
Long Hot Summer
Enjoying a Guinness after the final book signing on the 2012 tour. Four Green Fields, Tampa, Florida. Photo: Jay E. Nolan The very last book signed on the 2012 tour. I will put down the pen and pick up a pint. Photo: Jay E. Nolan It’s the first day of summer just as summer tour […]
Pics From THE LOST ONES Tour
Fresh books await signage. Signing at Ingram in Nashville. Wonderful folks. Author expresses appreciation of Hawaiian shirts. Much more comfortable than a suit. The book tour rolls on. Tonight I’ll be back in Memphis to sign at The Booksellers at Laurelwood at 6. Tomorrow, I fly to Austin to visit with the good folks at […]
RETURN TO TIBBEHAH COUNTY
A few notes from the road. I’m in Nashville today but will begin the official THE LOST ONES tour tomorrow in Oxford, MS. Click here for entire tour schedule. I appreciate all the kind notes I’ve been receiving about LULLABY and look forward to you guys getting to read the second installment in Quinn’s story. I’ll […]
Lullaby is a New York Times Bestseller!
Great to learn that LULLABY debuts #6 on the New York Times bestseller list this week alongside John Grisham, Stephen King, David Baldacci and Charlaine Harris. I’m so grateful for all the support while out on the road these last couple weeks. Don’t forget THE LOST ONES hits stores on May 31. And check out the […]
Lullaby Tour Rolls on
A nice reminder of a former life in Minneapolis. Books, books, books. Gary and Pat at Once Upon a Crime in Minneapolis. They presented me with a terrific edition of “Looking for Rachel Wallace!” Richard Katz — new pal and owner of Mystery One — with me at the Harley museum in Milwaukee. Outside one […]
Latest Photos from the Road
With Joan Parker in Harvard Stadium. This is where Spenser runs the steps. “Mattie” donuts provided by Joanne Chang, owner of Flour — the best bakery in Boston. Bob’s office. At Boston University reading through the RBP’s personal papers. With author Gary Goshgarian and Joan taping a segment for NPR’s “Here and Now.” It will […]
Travels with Mikey
The true relationship between author and publicist. On train from NYC to Boston. Happier times the day before. Here I am with Michael “Mikey” Barson and my editor, Chris Pepe. At Fenway last night. Mikey had a bad feeling about the game. The Sox lose to the A’s. Beer solves everything. The day ends well.