by Dianne C. Braley | Jun 27, 2025 | Blog, Book Update
When readers first pick up The Summer Before, they often think it’s an easy beach read. I get it—the cover shows a girl jumping into the water, the title says Summer, and it’s set on a stunning Massachusetts island filled with beaches, lighthouses, and salty air....
by Dianne C. Braley | May 27, 2025 | Blog
This past weekend, I had the joy of doing what every writer dreams of—talking with readers face-to-face. Thank you to Barnes & Noble in Hingham and the always-welcoming West Tisbury Library on Martha’s Vineyard for hosting two incredible signings. The...
by Dianne C. Braley | Apr 27, 2025 | Blog, Essay
I’m writing this because I’m not just a writer—I have other interests, too. And one of them, like many of you, is in the place we call home. In our state. In our systems. In the corruption that could just as easily target any one of us. We could be Karen Read. That’s...
by Dianne C. Braley | Nov 11, 2024 | Blog
Election season has come and gone, and it seems our country is more divided than ever. As a writer, I’ve often kept my distance from politics, hoping that staying neutral would serve me best. But this year, watching the results unfold, I feel an urge to share my...
by Dianne C. Braley | Oct 26, 2024 | Blog
“There is only one thing that can replace a book: the next book.” -Piotr Kowalczyk Hey friends, The launch of The Summer Before is officially a wrap, and I couldn’t be happier! A huge thank you to everyone, especially my incredible launch squad, for your...
by Dianne C. Braley | Oct 15, 2024 | Blog, Book Update
It’s finally here—The Summer Before’s official launch day! I’m thrilled, but let’s be real: I’m also completely exhausted. Between all the marketing, social media, and endless blogging, my hands are practically claws at this point. I could use a robot (or three paid...
