Author Archives: Mary Rowen

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About Mary Rowen

My three published novels, LEAVING THE BEACH (a 2016 IPPY Award winner), LIVING BY EAR, and IT DOESN'T HAVE TO BE THAT WAY focus on women figuring out who they are and what they want from life. Music and musicians have a way of finding their way into the stories. I live in the Boston area with my family and pets.

How I Got Rid of my Eating Disorder—for Good

Posted on January 24, 2014 by Mary Rowen

Eating disorders (EDs) were introduced to me through a magazine article I read in high school. The article was about models suffering from anorexia and bulimia, and its obvious goal was to instruct on the dangers of these illnesses. But … Continue reading →

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A Little Hemingway Quote for a Thursday Morning

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Mary Rowen

Someone asked me recently about my favorite quote, and although a whole bunch came to mind–mostly ones about persevering and holding fast to your dreams–one floated to the top of the heap, so here it is: There’s always more to … Continue reading →

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Saving Mr. Banks: an Inspiring Movie for “Blocked” Writers

Posted on December 31, 2013 by Mary Rowen

The other day, I saw Saving Mr. Banks with my mom and two kids. We chose the movie because it seemed like the type of thing that can be enjoyed by people of all ages: not too much violence, no … Continue reading →

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