Fran Wilde

Jul 30, 2024 | geekmom.com | Sarah Pinault |Rebecca Angel |Dakster Sullivan |Fran Wilde

In 2021, Author Sally Franson participated in a Swedish reality show, Allt för Sverige, in which 10 American contestants with Swedish roots compete for a chance to meet their Swedish relatives. Franson competed in, and won, season 10. This month, the fictionalized version of her experiences came out in her second novel Big in Sweden. Big in Sweden is not a biography, though Franson does draw on her intense experiences from the reality show. The biggest differences are in location and character.

May 11, 2024 | geekmom.com | Lisa Tate |Ruth Suehle |Fran Wilde

This week, one of the most influential actors and musicians on the planet turned 69: Kermit the Frog. Jim Henson created Kermit’s earliest “prototype” in 1955 for the show called Sam and Friends, and throughout his rising stardom, Henson himself performed the voice of Kermit until his death in 1990. Today, it is hard to remember a world without Kermit the Frog.

Jan 6, 2024 | geekmom.com | Lisa Tate |Sophie Brown |Fran Wilde |Karen Walsh

For many who celebrate Epiphany, January 6 is the official end of the Christmas and holiday season. Epiphany, or “Three Kings Day,” celebrates the visit of the Magi to the Christ child. (Not the “Baby Jesus,” as he was likely a couple of years old when they visited, but that’s neither here nor there.)No matter what your beliefs, many people associate the story of the Magi with the three gifts they brought: gold, frankincense, and myrrh.

Aug 16, 2023 | franwilde.wordpress.com | Fran Wilde

Book Bites is Cooking the Books‘* more easygoing, somewhat irregularly scheduled cousin. Authors talk about their book and share a recipe, all in one tasty bite. Welcome back to Book Bites! We are delighted today to feature an extraordinary book and a wonderful author, as well as their delicious recipe.

Jun 20, 2023 | barnesandnoble.com | Fran Wilde

“A glittering tale of academic jealousy and ancient artifacts, The Book of Gems is a pulse-pounding adventure.” —Katherine Addison, author of The Goblin EmperorSome truths are shatterproof... It’s been centuries since the Jeweled Valley and its magical gems were destroyed. In the republics that rose from its ashes, scientists craft synthetic jewels to heat homes, power gadgetry, and wage war. Dr. Devina Brunai is one of these scientists.