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A Blog by Author of Did You Hear About Kitty Karr?, Crystal Smith Paul, about the writing profession, process, and experience

Welcome to The Annex — where I share the behind-the-scenes of life as a full-time novelist, from the creative process and lessons learned to the stories behind Blair House and beyond. Whether you're a writer, a reader, or just curious about how it all gets done, pull up a chair.


After a decade writing my debut novel and a whirlwind launch as Reese’s Book Club Pick, I needed a different creative vehicle. Here’s why short stories — and the Blair House files — became a gift to myself.

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Why I Write Short Stories as a Novelist: Surrendering to the Medium the Story Requires

Author Crystal Smith Paul