This post resonated so deeply with me, Dr. SF, both as a reader and a writer. The Elizabeth Gilbert GR imbroglio really pissed me off. Her story has nothing to do with modern-day politics or Ukraine. Had I been her publisher (or friend) I would have pushed her to publish it and to ignore the bombing.
And this: "...psychological suspense suddenly became ‘domestic noir’ - as though we’d decided the most interesting way to write about crime was from the perspective of murderers doing the dishes," was so spot-on, so brilliant. And so damn funny!! (Um, unfortunately, I have to admit that the MC in my upcoming psychological thriller (sorry: domestic noir) novel does indeed wash dishes in more than one scene. Alas.)
I loved reading your thoughts Lisa, and thanks so much for the support. I agree, the Liz Gilbert fiasco was hard to watch. Do you read Margaret Atwood on here? I adore the way she writes about life and circumstances with such a wry sense of humour. Definitely what I need more of at the moment!
This post resonated so deeply with me, Dr. SF, both as a reader and a writer. The Elizabeth Gilbert GR imbroglio really pissed me off. Her story has nothing to do with modern-day politics or Ukraine. Had I been her publisher (or friend) I would have pushed her to publish it and to ignore the bombing.
And this: "...psychological suspense suddenly became ‘domestic noir’ - as though we’d decided the most interesting way to write about crime was from the perspective of murderers doing the dishes," was so spot-on, so brilliant. And so damn funny!! (Um, unfortunately, I have to admit that the MC in my upcoming psychological thriller (sorry: domestic noir) novel does indeed wash dishes in more than one scene. Alas.)
Finally: GO MARGARET!!! She is FIERCE.
Thanks for this. You are a star.
I loved reading your thoughts Lisa, and thanks so much for the support. I agree, the Liz Gilbert fiasco was hard to watch. Do you read Margaret Atwood on here? I adore the way she writes about life and circumstances with such a wry sense of humour. Definitely what I need more of at the moment!
SO much I agree with here.