Pacific Northwest Writers | Quillink

top of page

QuillInkLogo red dot under feather that is used as I in the word ink

I took a deep breath and listened to the old brag of my heart; I am, I am, I am. —Sylvia Plath

Man in striped shirt sits by a window with city view, hand on head, beside the text about authenticity in storytelling from an interview.

Man in striped shirt sits by a window with city view, hand on head, beside the text about authenticity in storytelling from an interview.

INTERVIEW: Author Rod Haynes Says Give Yourself & Others Permission to Err

Christina Boyd interviews fellow Washingtonian Rod Hayes. Rod recently retired after nearly 30 years of service at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, with locations in Seattle and San Francisco. A former naval officer, Rod has taught U.S. History at the university and community college levels. Rod Haynes has written numerous non-fiction books. His latest work, Unauthorized Disclosures: A Naval Memoir About the 1980s, will be published by Ingram in July 2025.

Jul 223 min read

Book cover with floral and skull motifs on mustard background, titled "A Daughter of Fair Verona" by Christina Dodd. Text offers a review.

Book cover with floral and skull motifs on mustard background, titled "A Daughter of Fair Verona" by Christina Dodd. Text offers a review.

Review: A DAUGHTER OF FAIR VERONA by Christina Dodd

Sophia Rose reviews A DAUGHTER OF VERONA by USA Today bestselling author Christina Dodd.

Jul 35 min read

Interview: Susan Meissner Says Novel Writing is Subjective, Like Any Art Form

Interview: Susan Meissner Says Novel Writing is Subjective, Like Any Art Form

Interview: Susan Meissner Says Novel Writing is Subjective, Like Any Art Form

Christina Boyd interviews Susan Meissner, the critically-acclaimed author of 27 novels for adults and two children’s books.

Mar 256 min read

INTERVIEW: Morgan Magauran Often Bows to the Invisible Forces That Guide Her

INTERVIEW: Morgan Magauran Often Bows to the Invisible Forces That Guide Her

INTERVIEW: Morgan Magauran Often Bows to the Invisible Forces That Guide Her

Christina Boyd interviews Morgan Magauran, (pen name), delving into the themes of authenticity, belonging, and freedom.

Dec 31, 20243 min read

INTERVIEW: An Online Roleplaying Game Inspired Megan Zalkan's Debut Book

INTERVIEW: An Online Roleplaying Game Inspired Megan Zalkan's Debut Book

INTERVIEW: An Online Roleplaying Game Inspired Megan Zalkan's Debut Book

Christina Boyd interviews author Megan Zalkan. Her debut novel, The Last Roadtrip, will publish in December 2024 from Wild Rose Press.

Dec 10, 20245 min read

INTERVIEW: Rayna Flye's Most Satisfying Research is Found Along the Way

INTERVIEW: Rayna Flye's Most Satisfying Research is Found Along the Way

INTERVIEW: Rayna Flye's Most Satisfying Research is Found Along the Way

Christina Boyd interviewed author Rayna Flye. Rayna always wanted to be a spy but says she's frequently afraid and can't keep a secret so...

Nov 5, 20244 min read

INTERVIEW: Hadley Leggett Loves Stories That Spark Discussion

INTERVIEW: Hadley Leggett Loves Stories That Spark Discussion

INTERVIEW: Hadley Leggett Loves Stories That Spark Discussion

Christina Boyd interviews debut author Hadley Leggett, who writes layered book club fiction exploring truth in shades of gray.

Sep 3, 20245 min read

INTERVIEW: Robert Dugoni Regrets Killing Off Sloane's Wife

INTERVIEW: Robert Dugoni Regrets Killing Off Sloane's Wife

INTERVIEW: Robert Dugoni Regrets Killing Off Sloane's Wife

Christina Boyd interviews Robert Dugoni, critically acclaimed New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post bestselling author.

Jul 8, 20247 min read

Edit Tip: What is Going On in Their Head?

Edit Tip: What is Going On in Their Head?

Edit Tip: What is Going On in Their Head?

Quick Editing Tip about INTERIORITY by Christina Boyd: Keeping Austen’s characters recognizable to the reader is vital to make the story…

Apr 28, 20241 min read

INTERVIEW: Alyson Noël Still Can't Believe She Creates Stories for a Living

INTERVIEW: Alyson Noël Still Can't Believe She Creates Stories for a Living

INTERVIEW: Alyson Noël Still Can't Believe She Creates Stories for a Living

Christina Boyd interviews NYT bestselling author Alyson Noel, best known for THE IMMORTALS series, THE RILEY BLOOM series, STEALING INFINITY

Apr 9, 20244 min read

INTERVIEW: Kelli Estes Says Write the Story That Needs to be Written

INTERVIEW: Kelli Estes Says Write the Story That Needs to be Written

INTERVIEW: Kelli Estes Says Write the Story That Needs to be Written

Christina Boyd interviews USA Today bestselling author Kelli Estes of THE GIRL WHO WROTE IN SILK, translated into 11 languages and ...

Mar 12, 20246 min read

INTERVIEW: Gwynne Jackson Says Women Do Not Become Disposable as We Age

INTERVIEW: Gwynne Jackson Says Women Do Not Become Disposable as We Age

INTERVIEW: Gwynne Jackson Says Women Do Not Become Disposable as We Age

Christina Boyd interviews Gwynne Jackson (also writing as Ophelia Leigh) who writes across multiple genres, with a focus on romance and…

Feb 20, 20244 min read

INTERVIEW: Marcus Brotherton Connects His Stories Through Shared Humanity

INTERVIEW: Marcus Brotherton Connects His Stories Through Shared Humanity

INTERVIEW: Marcus Brotherton Connects His Stories Through Shared Humanity

INTERVIEW: Marcus Brotherton is a New York Times bestselling author and coauthor dedicated to writing books that inspire heroics, promote...

Dec 12, 20236 min read

INTERVIEW: M. Leigh Writes Women's Fiction Horror

INTERVIEW: M. Leigh Writes Women's Fiction Horror

INTERVIEW: M. Leigh Writes Women's Fiction Horror

Interview: Melissa Stewart writes women's fiction horror under the pen name, M. Leigh. She's been published with Flame Tree, BlackHare Press

Oct 31, 20234 min read

Winning at Pacific Northwest Writers Conference

Winning at Pacific Northwest Writers Conference

Winning at Pacific Northwest Writers Conference

Finding my writer wings at the Pacific Northwest Writers Assoc conference—a win on so many levels! #PNWA2022

Sep 26, 20222 min read

Am I Ancient?

Am I Ancient?

Am I Ancient?

As fifty looms near, I confess I may not be comfortable with the idea of aging (though I am strongly against the alternative), I am hopeful

Mar 22, 20183 min read

bottom of page