Susan Meissner Quote
A. I want my readers to remember a book of mine after they’ve turned the last page, partly so they will want to read more from me, but also because I want them to feel that reading it was well worth their time. I guess I want a book that I write to be more than entertainment that is enjoyable for the moment but forgettable as the months go by. I don’t make a conscious effort to craft quotable prose when I write, but I do endeavor to pose questions and suggest insights that speak across the pages into a reader’s life. For me, that translates into a good reason for having read the book. I always remember a book more fully and longer if I’ve been so emotionally tugged that I find myself highlighting phrases I don’t want to forget. And I usually can’t wait for that author’s next book! Khaled Hosseini’s books are always like that for me. Q.
A. I want my readers to remember a book of mine after they’ve turned the last page, partly so they will want to read more from me, but also because I want them to feel that reading it was well worth their time. I guess I want a book that I write to be more than entertainment that is enjoyable for the moment but forgettable as the months go by. I don’t make a conscious effort to craft quotable prose when I write, but I do endeavor to pose questions and suggest insights that speak across the pages into a reader’s life. For me, that translates into a good reason for having read the book. I always remember a book more fully and longer if I’ve been so emotionally tugged that I find myself highlighting phrases I don’t want to forget. And I usually can’t wait for that author’s next book! Khaled Hosseini’s books are always like that for me. Q.
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About Susan Meissner
Meissner was born and raised in San Diego, California, where she attended Point Loma Nazarene University. She lived in England, Germany, and Minnesota as an adult. In Minnesota, Meissner was the editor of a weekly newspaper. In 2007, Meissner moved back to southern California. Meissner is married and has four children.
Meissner's novels have been reviewed by publications including Kirkus Reviews, Publishers Weekly, Library Journal, Booklist, and USA Today. She has won several awards for her novels, in addition to being a nominee for the Christy Award and a finalist for the RITA Award. Meissner has written both general market and Christian literature .