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Oops, Daisies, and Dreams: Interview with Author J.P. Lee

February 19, 2026 by Liz SanFilippo Hall

J.P. Lee isn’t shy about sharing her journey to publication. With her debut novel set for release in the spring of 2026, she has opened the curtains to her writing process and sneak peeks about her YA Fantasy, Shift, over on her Instagram. But she didn’t always talk publicly about her writing. While she’s always enjoyed reading and writing, J.P. long treated it like a hobby. After her son … [Read more...]

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My 10 Favorite Books From the 59 I Read in 2025

January 1, 2026 by Liz SanFilippo Hall

Favorite Books of 2025

I almost hit my Goodreads reading challenge in 2025: 60 books read in 2025! (I was only one shy, and I blame the fact that I typically read two to three books at a time). Even so, as usual, I read a huge variety of books, from middle-grade fiction with my kids to lengthy fantasy books based on incredible worlds.  So, out of these 59, which were my favorites? Keep reading for a round-up and why … [Read more...]

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What I’m Reading: Add These to Your TBR List!

September 3, 2019 by Liz SanFilippo Hall

Recommended Reads

I’m a voracious reader. At any given time lately I’m reading at least three different books. What I pick up depends on my mood, but I’m often rotating between middle grade/young adult fiction, historical fiction, as well as something nonfiction -- but I’ll pick up anything that friends recommend or that catches my eye as well. Sometimes a personal development book is also thrown into the … [Read more...]

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Multi-genre author. 📚BECOMING CHARLOTTE CORDAY, a YA historical fantasy coming spring 2027 from Apprentice House Press

I’m constantly asking myself “what if” with I’m constantly asking myself “what if” with my writing, so of course I had to snap this pic of a beautiful mural in Grand Rapids at @foundersbrewing#InspirationEverywhere #WritingLife #WeekendAway
I swear I’m trying to cut this novel’s word co I swear I’m trying to cut this novel’s word count down! 14 more chapters to edit… I can do this!#AmEditing #WritingLife
I once told a writing partner, “At the rate I’ I once told a writing partner, “At the rate I’m going, I’ll never finish writing this book!” But guess what? That book is being published by a small press! Itty bitty progress is still progress, and I’d love to help you create a writing routine that works for you Wednesday, May 20. Register to join! Writingroutine.eventbrite.com #WritingCommunity #MomLife #AmWriting
What’s our obsession with rushing? I completely What’s our obsession with rushing? I completely understand the drive to write and tell stories, but let’s not forget the joy in the process while we’re at it. #WritingLife #AmWriting #LetsSlowDown
Book rec time! If you love historical mysteries, d Book rec time! If you love historical mysteries, duel timelines, an adventure through old documents, and a haunting academic setting, this one is for you. I’m a sucker for stories that illuminate the stories of little known historical figures, and I loved learning more about Elizabeth Barton and her role in the English Reformation. #BookRec #HistoricalFiction
My author website and newsletter is almost ready!! My author website and newsletter is almost ready!! It’s been a bit of a learning curve integrating the two 🤣But WHEN I figure this out, newsletter subscribers will get access to the first chapter of Becoming Charlotte Corday! In the meantime I’ll never get tired of saying that my book is being published by Apprentice House Press 💖#WritingLife #AuthorsOfInsta #MomLife
How do you signal to your brain that it’s time t How do you signal to your brain that it’s time to write? For me, it’s almost always a cup of tea (and almost always in this exact mug). If you’re ready to foster a writing routine that works for you, comment ME below and I’ll send you info about an upcoming workshop I’m hosting. #AmWriting #MomLife #WritingRoutine
I was the lucky winner of a Q&A with book editor t I was the lucky winner of a Q&A with book editor turned literary agent Patrice Caldwell, and our conversation was so informative and motivational.Click through to see my top takeaways from our chat! Thanks @pncaldwell and @thecaldwellagency for this opportunity 💖
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