by Chris GoffThe Rogues are delighted to welcome Andrew Grant as a guest on the blog. Andrew's latest book was released on January 7. The series features a courthouse janitor with a cause. Justice. When Paul McGrath made his debut, in INVISIBLE, Kirkus Reviews said, “Crisp pacing, complex...
WE HAVE A WINNER–TRACY GREEN TO RECEIVE A COPY OF CHRIS HAUTY’S DEEP STATE
Every time The Real Book Spy brings us a Rogue Recommendation, one of the Rogue Readers who comments, shares or tweets the clue and posting is entered into a drawing to win a free copy of the author's book. The January Rogue Recommendation is Chris Hauty for DEEP STATE, and the winner of the book...
LISA BLACK GOES (MORE) ROGUE: In the Rogue Limelight
by Chris GoffEver wonder where writers get their ideas? Sometimes brilliance strikes in the most unusual places--like our own Lisa Black, New York Times bestselling author. I had the chance to talk with her and get the lowdown on her latest novel.Me in TahitiI was actually—and I swear I am not...
So, You Want To Be A Writer: The 5 Things I Wish Knew
By Robin BurcellI can’t recall a time I didn’t want to become a writer. And, with the New Year’s recent celebration, I’ll hazard a guess that some aspiring writers are hoping to take a leap of faith and pursue that dream of becoming a novelist. So, without further ado, here are five things I wish...
TIME MARCHES ON…but I’m not necessarily in step.
by Lisa BlackI really try to change with the times, to keep up with current events and today’s world even as I find myself describing olden things to my younger coworkers, like how phones used to have cords and visible bra straps were not fashionable and there were only three main television...
THE REAL BOOK SPY’S JANUARY 2020 ROGUE RECOMMENDATION IS…
by The Real Book SpyDuring my time running The Real Book Spy, few debuts have had more hype leading up to their release than Chris Hauty’s DEEP STATE.To call this book timely would be a massive understatement. It’s about a powerful group of Washington elites who actively try to take down the...
ROGUE FLASH – Gayle Lynds in the London “Guardian”
Scottish American author Helen MacInnesExciting news! British female authors are making in-roads in the male-dominated field of spy fiction. They’re publishing first-rate novels across the pond that are winning awards and making best-seller lists. In fact, as Guardian writer Alison...
IN THE ROGUE LIMELIGHT: LITERARY AGENT BARBARA POELLE GOES ROGUE!
Submitted by Jamie Freveletti Finished your manuscript and wondering how to take it forward to the next step? I'm happy to announce that my outstanding agent, Barbara Poelle, has written a book that will answer all of your questions about the publishing industry and beyond. The author of the...
JANUARY’S ROGUE RECOMMENDATION CLUE and the chance to win a free book!
CLUE: "This debut author qualifies for AARP, and loves to write plays and poems."A quick recap for those of you scratching your heads. In May of 2019, Rogue Women Writers and The Real Book Spy formed a lethal alliance dedicated to bringing you a monthly ROGUE...
Tips for aspiring writers
By Karna Small BodmanYou have always harbored the desire to become an author. You have what you're certain is a great idea. You vow to make the time to get it down -- on your computer, a tablet or whatever is handy when you're so inspired. You've read a ton of novels, you've decided on your genre,...