I have a new novel coming out around the corner called “Blythe of the Gates,” set in 1911 Manhattan. It is my first piece of historical fiction, and I got really really into the time period, it is so rich! The Bohemian counterculture really seemed to preface the one of the 60’s in many ways.Continue reading “Bohemia Madness”
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86 Your Blessed Objects
My pal Jenny Drummey, author of the incredible novel “Unrequited,” has a project at her blog called “86 Your Blessed Objects,” at which I made a guest appearance, talking about my blessed objects, a pair of silver Doc Martens from the nineties. read it here! https://www.jennydrummey.com/86-your-blessed-objects-blog/2018/3/15/leah-erickson-the-boots
Sale!
Today, March 4th, through March 10th (Saturday?) is “Read an Ebook Week” at Smashwords. Go there and pick up “The Brambles” at half price! And check out all the other fabulous reads at Rebel EPress! A great time to load up on Ebooks, either half price or FREE. https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/759120
Black Cats
This is our cat Vince Noir (named after the Mighty Boosh character.) He’s about the most chill guy ever, and we got him last spring to replace our previous black cat, Nomi, who dies of kidney failure. I never seem to feel right unless I have a black cat. I know others who are theContinue reading “Black Cats”
My Interview with Mandy Maloney
I was a guest at Mandy’s blog, where I answered some questions about The Brambles and the writing process. Thanks for having me, Mandy! https://mnmaloney.wordpress.com/2017/12/21/interview-with-leah-erickson/
On “bad” writing
When I was in my early twenties I worked in a bookstore. When I got bored I would sit behind the counter and read the catalogues that publishers would send us. This was how I first became aware of the work of Leo Guild. I ordered his 1976 novel “Street of Ho’s” based on theContinue reading “On “bad” writing”
Chemtrails and Roses 