Lisa Tener — Book Writing Coach

While my expertise is in how-to and nonfiction books, every once in a while I like to curl up with a good novel. Since I don’t get to read much fiction, I’m very picky. The Courtier’s Secret makes the grade: a fascinating and fastidiously researched account of life in Versailles in 1682, it has all the makings of a great read–a powerful heroine, spellbinding plot and great storytelling. While the title and cover might make you think you’re getting a harlequin romance, the old adage about books and their covers applies here. The writing, meticulous research and recreation of 17th[...]