by Melissa | Sep 4, 2012 | Uncategorized
(File under “Photos I Wouldn’t Ordinarily Take”.) Anyone who knows me knows I’m not a Rainbows and Flowers kinda girl. I’m more likely to “Awwwww!” over a baby turtle than a kitten. Well, okay, I’m a dog person, but...
by Melissa | Sep 3, 2012 | Uncategorized
Once upon a time (of course I had to start my Irish tale with that), there was an American girl who fell in love with an Irish boy. This boy lived in New York City, having fled his homeland as fast as his rugby-toughened legs would carry him. This made the girl sad,...
by Melissa | Aug 25, 2012 | Uncategorized
Well, okay, after a rahther long break. But for what it’s worth, I’m back, and will be posting weekly. Why the hiatus, you ask? Simple. My family and I have moved from Philadelphia, where I’ve been since college, to Dublin, Ireland, where my husband...
by Melissa | Mar 13, 2012 | Uncategorized
Interested in writing for a young audience? Have questions about the biz? I’ll be doing a Q&A/chat about YA lit next Wednesday, the 21st, at the Penn Bookstore (36th and Walnut) at 6pm. Free admission. No purchase required. 🙂  I’d love to see you...
by Melissa | Feb 27, 2012 | Uncategorized
It’s time. Here’s how it’s gonna work. Every few days, we’ll pick a Truth and a Dare. You’ll answer or act, whichever is required. Then you’ll Tweet your answer to the truth and/or a photo (even better, a video!) of you being daring...
