Kim McLarin

Thanks for visiting my online home. 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 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 and related info about Jump at the Sun.

On my contact page, be sure to sign up for my newsletter to stay updated on all my happenings.

In a former life I was a print journalist. Now, I'm making the transition to television. 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
One caveat: if you feel the need to set me straight on this or that, I might not respond. But thanks anyway.

Peace,

Kim Mclarin