The best thing about being an author is writing stories and having people – strangers all over the world – connect with them. Emily Giffin Read Quote
I try to have something in common with my protagonists, especially when I’m writing in the first person. Emily Giffin Read Quote
I’ve been obsessed with the Kennedys since I was a child, and Bobby Kennedy is, hands down, my favorite among them. Emily Giffin Read Quote
I aim for four workouts a week. I work out with a trainer once a week. Then, I take a circuit class twice a week. The fourth workout is random, depending on what I’m in the mood for – either a run, a spin class, or yoga. Emily Giffin Read Quote
My books are all relationship-focused, so much of my inspiration comes from my own relationships and the issues and concerns that arise among my friends and family. Emily Giffin Read Quote
I find flawed characters much more interesting than perfect ones and enjoy the challenge of making readers root for them in spite of their unsympathetic path and destructive choices. Emily Giffin Read Quote
Something Borrowed’ was initially titled ‘Rolling the Dice,’ but my editor said it sounded like a men’s gambling memoir. Emily Giffin Read Quote
My favorite movie of all-time is ‘Stand By Me,’ and I re-read my favorite young adult books often. Emily Giffin Read Quote
I write about messy relationships, and they put pastel covers on them, but I can’t complain. Emily Giffin Read Quote