Marilyn's Musings

Susan Wingate has graciously agreed to answer a few questions about herself and her new book, Bobby's Diner. Marilyn: First off, I love the title and cover. Will you tell me how you happened to come up with the title, Bobby's Diner ? And what's the story behind the cover. Susan: Yes, I love the title and cover too. Well, as these things go, the story started with a different title. My starter title was “Sunnydale”. Then, it became “Kiss of a Doe” which changed to “A Doe’s Kiss” and finally it changed to “Bobby’s Diner.” I felt “Bobby’s Diner” was more representative of the metaphor and action surrounding the story. Also, I think it prevents the reader from forgetting why the two main characters, two women – Bobby’s widow and an ex-wife – are at odds. Now, the cover art was something the editor at ebooksonthe.net came up with. Shelley Chase asked me if I had any ideas or images I wanted to use or, at least, have them consider using. When I did not she told me she ...