Five years ago tonight, I finished the rough draft of Angelhood. I considered it a “practice novel,” something that would never be published (let alone win three awards). It was simply writing practice as a NaNo project for 2011. To celebrate the “Book That Wasn’t Supposed to Happen,” I’m releasing a new book trailer. Who […]
On Wednesday night, nine young adult authors from the Catholic Writers Guild will be teaming up to give one whopper of an early Christmas party on Facebook! (We know, we know, it’s too early for Christmas, but we thought we’d do it now so that people who are already doing their Christmas shopping could check […]
In case you missed it, this summer a new Harry Potter book was released. The first thing that needs to be said about the latest Harry Potter book is that it’s not really a book. It’s a play. The second thing that needs to be said is that it’s not really written by J.K. Rowling. […]
Last Sunday, I had to pleasure of joining a panel of authors from the Mystery Writers of America in a free workshop on writing for young readers. For those of you who weren’t able to make it, I thought I’d share a bit about what I’ve learned over the years with regard for writing for […]
Today I am so excited to talk with you about the next book from Leslea Wahl. Leslea and I met online through the Catholic Writers Guild, and then this past summer we got to meet in person when we met up in Rome for dinner! I knew from reading Leslea’s first book The Perfect Blindside […]
I’m pleased to announce that I’ll be part of a panel of authors presenting a FREE workshop on writing for young readers on Sunday, October 23. Registration and parking are all free. Just sign up here. Here are the rest of the details: Sunday, Oct. 23, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Concordia University Chicago, Christopher Center Room […]
I’ve finally put together a book trailer for Seven Riddles to Nowhere. Feel free to let me know what you think and to share it with others you think might be interested!
Come join us this Saturday at my favorite tea shop! I’ll be signing copies of all my books. You can purchase them there or bring copies you bought online! If you’ve never been to downtown Park Ridge, IL, it’s a charming area, and this tea shop is my absolute favorite! It’s a “must visit” […]
Enter the Goodreads Giveaway! I’m giving away two signed copies of Seven Riddles to Nowhere. Goodreads Book Giveaway Seven Riddles to Nowhere by A.J. Cattapan Giveaway ends September 30, 2016. See the giveaway details at Goodreads. Enter Giveaway Can’t wait until the giveaway? Purchase Seven Riddles to Nowhere right now on Amazon or Barnes & Noble. […]
Today is the official release day of Seven Riddles to Nowhere! Amazon and Barnes & Noble are both selling the paperback version at a 32% discount right now. I don’t know how long this sale price will last, but I recommend you grab it while you can! Also don’t forget about the party we’re […]
