About Michelle Watson
Reading a book and discussing it—I got a college degree in that. Can you believe it?
I confess, I sometimes miss those English literature seminars. I love talking books with people who care just as much as I do.
There’s nothing I like better than sinking into in a story and completely losing myself for a while.
I’m wife to my husband of 19 years and mom to two energetic and creative little boys. When I’m not homeschooling them or functioning as VP of Homemaking, I’m doing something awesome for church, hanging with family, or playing around with yarn.
For the record, I have no fancy titles or sparkly achievements to my name, unless you count a B.A. in English and a teaching credential. But I’ve read loads of books, and this is my idea of a grand ol’ time.
Here’s what I do and why…
I love to read, write, and support authors. If you’re interested, here’s the heart of why.
Library Binding (Author Interviews on Substack)
Are you a little tired of bestsellers and prize-winning books? I’d often see a brand-new buzzy book and get my hopes up. Then, I’d read it. Sadly, so many were unmoving and unmemorable.
Hidden gem authors. Where are they? Turns out, everywhere! But it’s difficult to find them unless you actively seek out indies or small presses.
That’s why I started Library Binding, where I interview authors in 10 pictures or less.
Yes, “picture” interviews!
I interview authors and readers, too—anyone with a stack of books on the nightstand that is overflowing onto the carpet and possibly under the bed.
With every post, I’ll introduce you to someone new and give you a bundle of book recommendations.
Would you like to do an interview or nominate someone for an interview?
I want to interview anyone who is supposed to “get out there and market their book,” as well as anyone else in the book-o-sphere who’s up for a chat.
Authors, writers, publishers
Teachers
Librarians and booksellers
Anyone else who reads for a living
If you’re thinking, That’s me! then send me an email, and we’ll get the ball rolling.
The Novel Envelope
Nostalgia—that’s the primary emotion that fueled this venture. The more digital the world becomes, the more I crave analog experiences.
The Novel Envelope is a monthly mailer that contains a short story, a booklist, and a mystery goodie delivered to your (real) mailbox.
Each themed envelope includes a short story, a letter from me, a curated booklist, a quote to clip, a writing prompt, and one surprise paper goodie—like a puzzle or coloring page.
Rediscover the joy of slowing down, savoring a story, and writing something by hand.
Small fictions and essays
The curse of reading a lot is that you think you can write—or that writing will be easy.
It’s a hard discipline. Like exercise, it makes you better, but only after hours of pain.
I regularly churn out bookish essays and short stories on Substack via my subchannel, Saturday Morning Serial.
I’m an amateur. Read my stuff and feel better about yourself! 😂
