Maggie Anton is the author of the very popular Rashi’s Daughters Series. She has just released Book III – Rachel. I am so thrilled that Maggie could take time out of her busy touring schedule to visit the blog.
Tell me about your Rachel, the subject of your third book in the Rashi’s Daughter series.
Rachel is Rashi’s youngest daughter, and the most beautiful. Being the only child to grow up when Rashi lived at home, she is spoiled and his favorite. She is the only one of his daughters to marry for love.
Your first book was adapted as a Young Adult novel. Will you do the same for the other books?
No. Their subject matter does not lend itself to YA readers.
How challenging was your research for your books?
It was more enjoyable than challenging; I love learning new things. Writing the novels was hard work; the research was fun.
What has been the most interesting part of your writer’s journey?
That someone who was a chemist for over 30 years, who never took a writing class or wrote anything except letters to my husband in the army, could successfully write historical novels about some obscure 11th-century Jewish women.
What are some fun facts about you?
I am a Bubbi, with two grandsons – Nathan and Benjamin. I grew up in a secular socialist household & never attended High Holy Day services until after I was married. I am a total Los Angeles girl: born here, went to UCLA, married another LA native, both my children were born here, and I still live in the city. I have spoken about RASHI’S DAUGHTERS in 26 different states, plus DC.
Thanks, Maggie!
For more information about Maggie Anton and her books, please visit: http://www.rashisdaughters.com/