Esme Addison, Black fantasy author

Alternative Esme – A Blog

  • Seven Enchanting Cozy Mysteries That Will Bring Magic Into Your Life

    Seven Enchanting Cozy Mysteries That Will Bring Magic Into Your Life

    by Esme Addison Who doesn’t need a little magic or otherworldliness in their life? I know I do – and that’s why I love enchanting cozy mysteries with fanciful elements of magic or the paranormal. Over the years, I’ve amassed a list of my favorite cozy mysteries with supernatural elements. The list includes witches who Read more

  • Introducing The Mermaid Of Warsaw

    Introducing The Mermaid Of Warsaw

    by Esme Addison Lately, I’ve been discussing my new book A Spell For Trouble, because… well, it’s coming out soon. (May 12th! Wherever books are sold!) and the number one question I get is… So, why mermaids?” Read more

  • Five Polish Desserts You Need In Your Life

    Five Polish Desserts You Need In Your Life

    by Esme Addison When most people think of Polish culture, they probably think of Polish food first. If you live near a large Polish community or have Polish family, you’ve probably had some great kielbasa, freshly made pierogis or zupa ogórkowa – creamy dill pickle soup (my personal favorite dish of all!!!) But I also think Read more

  • Expand Your Horizons With Five Cozy Mysteries That Explore Different Cultures

    Expand Your Horizons With Five Cozy Mysteries That Explore Different Cultures

    by Esme Addison One of my favorite elements of a cozy mystery is the ability to easily infuse a story with culture, heritage and history. How many cozy mystery readers have discovered an interest in learning about another ethnicity or nationality because their favorite cozy mystery series features  a character they love with ties to Read more

  • Carson, Alice, Flannery, and Me, Esme

    Carson, Alice, Flannery, and Me, Esme

    by Esme Addison During college, it will surprise no one that I was an English major. But not at first. Initially, I was a drama major with a minor in creative writing. But later, and much to my father’s relief I switched to a double major in English and Marketing. I enjoyed many of my Read more

  • S.E. Hinton Was My Hero

    S.E. Hinton Was My Hero

    by Esme Addison It’s been such a long time since I read The Outsiders. But I remember reading it in middle school, probably sixth grade, and just being blown away by the story. I re-read the story just like a little kid watches his favorite cartoon over and over again. And each time I read Read more