Today's the day, friends! Nostalgia is out in the world. To purchase your copy, visit my website at: https://utterloonacy.com/books-2/nostalgia/
Author: Susannah Willey
Historical fiction/women's fiction writer, amateur photographer, retired computer guru, nerdy girl.
Published!
They say editing is the hardest part of writing. I would disagree. If you are an indie writer like me, the hardest part of writing is getting your book publishing-ready. This means formatting the interior and cover according to the rules set forth by the company that will print and distribute it. It seems each … Continue reading Published!
Humble Pie
No, this isn't a story about my Thanksgiving feast. Although there was lots of good food--and dessert--no "humble pie" was served. Nevertheless, I might have eaten a little bit of it, the night before. We'll start with this question for you, dear reader: How many times have you found yourself reading a book and *tsk-tsking* … Continue reading Humble Pie
To the Finish Line!
I spent two years on the twisted road of writing. There were roadblocks and switchbacks. Ice, snow, rain. (uphill both ways?) At first I didn't really know where I was going, only that the journey must be undertaken. I had to tell this story, but how? How could I take a bunch of letters, over … Continue reading To the Finish Line!
Author Events
On October 18th, I attended my third "Author Meet & Greet" hosted by Baldwinsville Public Library. At those three events combined, I have sold two copies of War Sonnets. October 18, 2025 Author Meet and Greet at Baldwinsville Public Library, Baldwinsville, New York Several of the authors at the event this October got to discussing … Continue reading Author Events
Another Five-Star Review!
The Psychological Landscape of the Civil War - an Editorial Review of Nostalgia from the Historical Fiction Company, By DK Marley Susannah Willey's "Nostalgia" is an enlightening historical novel that promises early a lasting impression. It uses the Civil War as both a setting and a psychological landscape where the battlefield is not only a … Continue reading Another Five-Star Review!
Michigan! and…
Last week was spent in Michigan visiting Charlie's brother, Dave, and sister-in-law, Joan. His sister Judy and her husband Doug were also there--all three of the Crary kids together again! We spent the first and last nights of our trip in Dunkirk, NY at my sister's house to cut the 8 hour trip into manageable … Continue reading Michigan! and…
What’s Happenin’?
First things first: Lucy's DNA results are in. Nothing really surprising except under the "supermutt" category, aka "a little of this, a little of that:" Beagle...Pit Bull... American Eskimo... German Shepard. Holy big dogs! ....I guess the size factor got bred out over the generations. In other news, my finished draft of Nostalgia is off … Continue reading What’s Happenin’?
It’s Been Awhile…
I know, I know. I made a commitment to post every two weeks. Well, as they say, "that ship has sailed." I have a good excuse: I'm working hard to finish my latest draft of Nostalgia and get it in the hands of my beta readers before the end of the month. I have a … Continue reading It’s Been Awhile…
Spare Parts
Who out there over the age of--let's say 65--has all of their original equipment? You know what I mean. Eyeballs covered with filmy cataracts? Get new "eyeballs." (oh, and while you're at it, get some reading glasses--you're gonna need them) More than a couple of teeth missing? Fill in those pesky gaps with a partial … Continue reading Spare Parts
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