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Jump at the Sun in paperback.


Books

Fiction
Jump At The Sun
A searing, unsentimental exploration of what it means to mother and to be mothered.
Meeting of the Waters
"Something rare -- a love story that challenges you to think."
--Philadelphia Inquirer
Taming It Down
"A vibrant, wry voice ... McLarin is a writer of significant promise."
--New York Times

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Check me out on Basic Black!

Booksigning for Jump at the Sun at Hue-Man bookstore.

Thanks for visiting.

I'm the author of three novels: Taming it Down, Meeting of the Waters and, most recently, Jump at the Sun.

Jump at the Sun -- my most recent novel -- has received some nice accolades. The novel was:


- Nominated for a 2007 Hurston/​Wright Legacy Award in fiction.

- Chosen by the Black Caucus of the American Library Association as a 2007 Fiction Honor Book.

- Chosen by the Massachusetts Center for the Book as a 2007 Massachusetts Book Awards Honor Book.

Jump at the Sun explores the challenges of mothering and being mothered in a complex world, through the lives of three generations. It's chock-full of themes, so for reading groups, a guide is available to facilitate meaningful discussions. Click here to read an excerpt. Order your copy at Amazon today!

While you're here, you can read an interview with me where I discuss writing, being a mother, and exploring the relationships between mothers and daughters.

Visit my News & Events page to find out about my upcoming appearances

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Those in the Boston area, can catch me Thursday nights at 7:30 p.m. on Basic Black, shown on WGBH. Others can view the show on line at www.WGBH.org.

See link above.


Basic Black is an amazing show, with a 40-year history in Boston. I'm honored to be a part of it.


Also, check out a great new site:

www.theroot.com!



Drop me an email if you like: kim@​kimmclarin.com

Peace,

Kim Mclarin