Why Witches?

One thing I strive to do as an author is be unique as much as possible.

Case in point: Margaret Hennessy.

In my short, cozy fantasy book title The Problem with Margaret Hennessy, I introduce my readers to my version of a witch.

Witches in the history have often been misunderstood, strong women who are isolated due to their uniqueness.

In the book, Margaret is judged (unfairly may I add) by the narrator due to typical comparison of a superficial nature. The narrator believes Margaret is perfect and places her on a pedestal in her mind.

Spoiler Alert: Margaret isn't perfect, but uses her unique gifts to help others feel joy and uplifted.

The narrator gets to know Margaret and even helps create a delicious meal from her special cookbook.

How to witches fit into all this? I tie in unique attributes of my witches that wouldn't fit the typical mold of magic and sorcery. Inspired by every day things we do--such as judging--can be used in metaphors or relatable circumstances we put our character's through.

Yes, there is a witch in this story, but the narrator discovers more about themselves than anything else.

I write about witches to express silly and strange things I've experiences when interacting with other women. I see a lot of women struggling with comparison. I, myself, fall prey to the need to judge others unfairly whether due to my lack of self-esteem, or overall stresses of life.

The main message of Margaret is to take a moment to get to know those around you instead of make imaginary assumptions about their lives. You never know what somebody is actually going through until you've take a little time to get to know them.

The Problem with Margaret Hennessy is available now on Amazon in paperback or Ebook form. Purchase a copy for the women in your life who may struggle to understand just how amazing they truly are.

The Problem with Margaret Hennessy Book Cover!