“My fourth novel, The Last Laird of Sapelo, is a historical fiction story revealing how our past legacy inescapably shapes who we are today. The… Read More »What’s the Story Behind The Last Laird of Sapelo?
Harper Lee’s hometown of Monroeville, Alabama provided her with ample opportunities to portray the irrationality of adult attitudes in the racist culture that permeated the South.
[Zora Neale Hurston’s] novels spoke about the African-American experience, folklore, and her personal struggles as an African-American woman.
After a stellar, extended career as an author of twenty-five novels, countless short stories, and twelve non-fiction books, Erskine Caldwell became a charter member of… Read More »Southern Voices from the Past: Erskine Caldwell
Throughout this fall of 2022, I’ll be focusing on former Southern voices that forged the way for all Southern authors… Caroline’s inaugural novel, Lamb in… Read More »Southern Voices from the Past – Caroline Miller
Out of utter humility and embarrassment, I want to share with you a story of how hilariously hazardous writing can become. I pray for your… Read More »Writing Can Be Hazardous!
