A friend of mine who had just published her debut novel at age 60 has been devastated by reader reviews of her book on Goodreads. I read a couple and it was the usual cruelty and spite that all authors accept as their lot for being published. "You have to toughen up," I told her, quite forgetting for the moment my own angst when my debut mystery came out. "This is all part of the business of being published. Accept, or better still just don't read Goodreads reviews." And then I asked myself "Why do we have to accept? Because Goodreads has told us we must suffer in silence?" If authors accept they must be insulted then they will be. So... I amended my author profile to address those who enjoy their power to hurt--and you can read it here!www.goodreads.com/author/show/8267477.Tessa_Arlen
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Author of Death of a Dishonorable Gentleman, Poppy Redfern and the Midnight Murders, and Death Sits Down to Dinner
Eight years ago today we braved the stormy waters of the Keystone Crossing and ferried over to Whidbey Island to meet an irresistible 2 year old female corgi who we fell in love with and re-named Daphne. This beautiful girl with her soft eyes, her exquisite ears and her powerful bark has been our constant friend, nanny and companion ever since. I can't imagine a day that does not begin with a walk with Daphne, or end with her falling heavily asleep on my legs.
I am so excited and proud to share the Historical Novel Society's review of IN ROYAL SERVICE TO THE QUEEN! “Extremely compelling and so intriguing... Tessa Arlen creates the perfect tension between Marion’s aging mother, her love interest, George Buthlay, and her royal commitment to the princesses.”Full review here
In Royal Service to the Queen: A Novel of the Queen's Governess - Historical Novel Society
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In Royal Service to the Queen is an insider’s view of the British royal family through the eyes and heart of Marion Crawford, selfless governess to Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret for 16 ye...
I have just spent one of the happiest afternoons in ages! Treat yourself to this wonderful adaptation of THE PURSUIT OF LOVE by one of my favorite authors: Nancy Mitford.www.amazon.com/The-Pursuit-of-Love-Trailer/dp/B097FCG69Y/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1CAPTQJA19SJ9&dchild=1&k...
The Pursuit of Love - Season 1
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The Pursuit of Love follows the friendship between cousins Linda and Fanny, which will be put to the test as Fanny settles for a steady life and Linda decides to follow her heart.
Words that warmed my heart today: "Arlen is an underappreciated historical fiction author who should find elevation from this beautifully written, impeccably researched, penetrating story of another underappreciated personality, Marion Crawford." Thank you to Laurel Ann Nattress of for her tremendously generous and perceptive review on Austenprose - A Jane Austen Blog..