by Clea | Sep 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
“There is inspiration in the idea of imperfect people helping each other find the way back on course.” I’m not going to post every reader review (although I am grateful for everyone who took the time to respond). But this one made me choke up. Thank...
by Clea | Sep 5, 2021 | Hold Me Down
This reader review on BookBub choked me up: “HOLD ME DOWN by Clea Simon is not my normal type of reading, grittier than my usual, and I don’t relate easily to the music scene, and yet . . . and yet . . . I came to care about Gal and her band, felt a bit dizzy at...
by Clea | Sep 2, 2021 | Hold Me Down, Reviews
“Simon’s evocative writing puts readers inside sweaty clubs,” says librarian Henrietta Verma, reviewing HOLD ME DOWN for First Clue Reviews. “For readers who enjoy dark stories and fans of music-themed mysteries.” (She names other high points,...
by Clea | Aug 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
Shattering Glass, the first anthology from the groundbreaking Nasty Woman Press, has won the Anthony! Although we couldn’t gather in person to hear the wonderful news, the awesome Bouchercon team managed a really fun virtual awards ceremony last night (thanks to...
by Clea | Aug 24, 2021 | Interview, News, News, Uncategorized
Somerville Times arts editor (and poet) Doug Holder took time to chat with me about writing, our shared city, and my upcoming Hold Me Down. I’ve pasted the Q&A below. (To read the full article in the Somerville Times click here.) Your new book is a step away...
