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Book Publishing

Chenille: Curious Caterpillars in La Ciotat & Exciting Book News!

A YEAR IN A FRENCH LIFE — VOLUME ONE Dear Readers, In just one week—on March 6th—my paperback memoir will officially launch! This full-color, 308-page labor of love is finally ready to meet the world. But will the world be able to find it? That’s where you come in! I need your help. If you’ve been thinking about getting a copy for yourself—or for a … Continue reading Chenille: Curious Caterpillars in La Ciotat & Exciting Book News!

Kristin Espinasse10 Comments
Book Publishing

culotte de cheval + new “prix amical” for book!

Do my thighs look big? Some would be surprised French women ask themselves this question. But three months till summertime and, truth is, the French–men, women, and even children–are already dieting! They're talking about it at the picnic table, in the school yard, and in programs on T.V.  The other day I overhead the term "culotte de cheval" and guessed the subject was fashion (as in … Continue reading culotte de cheval + new “prix amical” for book!

Kristin Espinasse144 Comments
Book Publishing, Books

My new book is available now! One reason to buy it today…

Ça y est… It's book launch day! First French Essais is now available here, on Amazon. A Very Special Day in a French Life…The morning sun is warming the countryside and still I'm trembling like a leaf–trying to write this crucial book launch page without a PR team, without a marketing director, without Mom. Like the two shots of coffee I've just downed, I trust Mom … Continue reading My new book is available now! One reason to buy it today…

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Book Publishing

Help pick the new book cover! + “Get to the point!” in French?

  Book cover designs by TLC Graphics. Click on the image to enlarge it. Bonne Année! Have a New Year's goal? Mine is to be more concise in my writing. I'll practice today by getting straight to the point (er… just after today's word and our sponsor's message!): aller droit au but (ah-lay-dwat-oh-bewt)     : to get straight to the point     Audio File: listen … Continue reading Help pick the new book cover! + “Get to the point!” in French?

Kristin Espinasse1,758 Comments
Book Publishing, self-publishing

ribambelle

"Blossoming in Provence Volume Two?"…. Would this  photo work for the next story collection? The title could be written across the blue sky… the picture, bordered by a green cover? Your thoughts here, in the comments box. ribambelle (une ribambelle de…) 1. a swarm, flock of (bees, birds…) 2. a string of (kids…) 3. a row of; stacks of (chairs…) Audio File: Listen to Jean-Marc Download MP3 or Wav … Continue reading ribambelle

Kristin Espinasse124 Comments
Book Publishing

Processus: Janet Skeslien Charles, Parisian-based American author, offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at publishing a book.

"Le Papillon Jaune" (discovered last month, munching on our hearty Lila d'Espagne). Butterflies! Talk about processus! le processus (pro sess ooce) noun, masculine     : process Audio: listen to Jean-Marc pronounce today's word & example sentence: Download WAV or MP3 Le processus est toujours le même. The process is always the same. "Processus" by Janet Skeslien Charles Today, Janet Skeslien Charles, Parisian-based American author, offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look … Continue reading Processus: Janet Skeslien Charles, Parisian-based American author, offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at publishing a book.

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Book Publishing, Following One's Dream, hope, Publish A Book in 21 Days Challenge, Story Selections, Writing

espoir

                                 Christmastime in Valbonne. Espoir (es-pwar) noun, masculine hope   The following letter is an intimate look into la naissance of a certain "thrice-weekly" journal from France. This online blog began in October of 2002 following its earlier pen-and-paper beginnings—as letters that were sent via snail mail to a group … Continue reading espoir

Kristin Espinasse64 Comments
Book Publishing, self-publishing

Explore French Culture and Vocabulary: Words in a French Life

“Words in a French Life” is an engaging collection that features French vocabulary, stories, and cultural insights spread across 151 pages. It highlights everyday expressions, thoughtful quotes, and French customs, with a focus on life in the South of France. Readers share their enthusiastic feedback, emphasizing the relatability of the author’s experience as an American navigating French culture. The book offers a warm perspective on embracing cultural differences, and an update notes that Volume One is sold out, with selected stories available in a new collection. Continue reading Explore French Culture and Vocabulary: Words in a French Life

Kristin Espinasse