by Debi Lewis | Apr 5, 2023 | Blog
When do writers become writers? I’ve been thinking about this question a bit especially since I’ve just done two interviews about my new story collection with writers I admire and respect, for literary magazines I love. I am a writing late bloomer in many ways – I...
by Debi Lewis | Mar 3, 2023 | Blog
The new book March is here like a lion and with it my new short story collection Home is a Made-Up Place. Thank you to Motina Books Publishing, my early readers, and to the writers who offered advance praise. Reviews are coming in and of the collection Ari Hornavar,...
by Debi Lewis | Feb 16, 2023 | Blog
My new book It seems like only yesterday I had months before my short story collection Home is a Made-Up Place would be out but now it’s in less than 2 weeks! I can hardly believe it but am so excited my second book will be out on 2.28.23. Pre-orders are in full swing...
by Debi Lewis | Dec 8, 2022 | Blog
After a week full of writing and podcast news I knew I needed to share an update. It’s been a whirlwind by me– a whirlwind I’m incredibly grateful for. Here’s what you’ll find in this post: Home Is a Made-Up Place new book announcement Pushcart Prize nomination the...
by Debi Lewis | Jun 9, 2022 | Blog
A year out from publication and I’ve just gotten the news that my memoir When She Comes Back is a Finalist in the International Book Awards and the National Indie Excellence Awards! I’m very pleased that my debut has now placed as a Finalist in this competition as...
by Debi Lewis | Apr 27, 2022 | Blog
It’s my absolute pleasure to share my interview with writing and publishing expert Jane Friedman on episode 8 of my limited series podcast Let’s Talk Memoir! Jane Friedman joins me for a conversation about the most common craft issues she sees in memoir manuscripts,...
