Veronica in her fab specs.
I love Veronica Wolff. We met accidentally, at a dinner with Anne Mallory and Bella Andre (two other favorites of mine), and I knew then, in between the laughs and the stories, that we’d be fast friends. It’s probably because she’s a tall woman with a big smile. I like those things in a person.
Since then, I’ve come to love every one of Veronica’s books–which she writes in about a bajillion genres because she’s far more organized and put together than I am–I mean, the woman can write a hunk in a kilt like nobody’s business (I’m looking at you, Cormac MacAlpin) and a big-city-girl-gone-small-town contemporary to make you sigh like mad (see her latest, Timber Creek, for proof).
So, when I discovered that she’s also a girl who wears glasses, I thought, “Of course she is. She’s just that awesome.” I am thrilled to host Veronica here to talk about her favorite lady in lenses–the incomparable Diane Keaton (for the record, also tall with a big smile).
Welcome Veronica!
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Keaton the Coolest
Little round ones, clunky square ones, ones that are tinted purple, green, or amber…Diane Keaton has worn them all.
She’s an actress. Director and producer. A mom. A conservationist. A trendsetter in ties and fedoras…and glasses. As I get older, I look for role models. I don’t want to become one of those women who fights the years with scalpels and fillers. I want to go the Diane Keaton route. No nips or tucks. Instead, I’ll rock a pair of John Lennon specs with tinted lenses, or maybe something in leopard. Something Ms. Keaton might wear.
On her, glasses aren’t defeat. Glasses aren’t second best. They’re fierce. They’re a statement. They make her look independent and strong. They’re stylish as hell. She looks like the person you’d want to sit next to at a dinner party. The one in the room who knows her own mind. The sort of woman who might sing at a nightclub, or write a book, or date a famous movie star, or be someone’s muse. And you’d be right—she’s done all those things.
Do men make passes at women in glasses? Hellz yeah. Just ask Diane Keaton. Men love her, but you see, that’s beside the point. She’s cool just as she is, and we love her for it.
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She is SO COOL. I want to be Diane Keaton when I grow up. Seriously.
Giveaway time! Veronica is offering up a signed copy of her latest, Timber Creek, and a copy of Devil’s Own, featuring her own bespectacled heroine, Elspeth Farquharson, who would have made a great friend to Pippa.
And because I’m crazy about Keaton, too…I’m throwing in a DVD of my favorite of her movies — Manhattan Murder Mystery (which, aside, Eric thinks I only love because I would absolutely 100% do what she does in this flick)!
To win, comment below with your favorite longstanding actress! We’ll choose a winner (US Only) on Wednesday!
February 17th, 2013 at 1:40 pm
I love Katharine Hepburn. She’s my all-time favorite.
February 17th, 2013 at 1:46 pm
Gosh, there are so many…. Merle Streep, Helen Mirren, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Maggie Smith….
February 17th, 2013 at 3:33 pm
I’d have to say Michelle Pfeiffer. She is so talented. From Grease 2 to The Witches of Eastwick and everything between and beyond; just amazing.
February 17th, 2013 at 3:56 pm
I’ll have to go with Meryl Streep. She’s amazing in everything.
February 17th, 2013 at 5:25 pm
Diane Keaton
February 17th, 2013 at 6:01 pm
Hi Sarah! Hi Veronica!
I adore Veronica’s books. Cormac is pretty awesome but my favorite is Alasdair MacColla from WARRIOR OF THE HIGHLANDS. He sits on my keeper shelf where I visit him often. Yes, I do. ::grin::
I’m looking forward to reading TIMBER CREEK. I really enjoyed SIERRA FALLS and am eager to find out what happens next!
Veronica, are you coming to Atlanta this summer?
Oh, I almost forgot! I’d choose Meryl Streep. I love how down to earth and unaffected she is. And I love that she has no qualms about whipping out her glasses and admitting that, yes, she does need them to read.
;-)
February 17th, 2013 at 6:45 pm
Helen Mirren is most definitely my favorite. AND she looks pretty hot for being her age.
February 17th, 2013 at 7:00 pm
I am 100% in the Helen Mirren corner, Annah…I couldn’t agree more!
February 17th, 2013 at 7:25 pm
Meryl Streep has been rockin’ readers lately and looking great. Really love Diane Keaton, too.
February 18th, 2013 at 3:11 am
Hi everyone, thanks for stopping by!
*Waving to PJ!* Thanks for the kind words…you know, MacColla is one of my very favorites of all time, too. I’ve convinced myself that he’s actually a distant ancestor…LOL. Sadly, I won’t be making it to Atlanta this summer. I’ve got an opportunity to participate in ComicCon in San Diego and I just can’t pass it up. I’ll miss seeing everyone!
As for other favorite actresses, ooh, I agree with pretty much everyone here, though there is one glaring omission…Dame Judi Dench! (Actually, pretty much most actresses with the word “Dame” as their title…ha!) I just loved her as M and also adored her (and the whole cast) in Best Exotic Marigold Hotel.
Good luck to everyone–and I hope you enjoy the prizes!
February 18th, 2013 at 5:47 pm
I am a huge fan of Veronica’s and love her books but I am also a fan of Diane’s and my favorite movies of hers are Father of the Bride and First Wive’s Club.
One of my favorite actresses is Katherine Hephburn. If I have to choose an actress of now adays… I would say Jennifer Lopez.
NIce to see you Veronica! Good luck with Timber Creek!
February 18th, 2013 at 7:20 pm
Julia Roberts was always one of my favorites
February 18th, 2013 at 8:47 pm
aw, thanks, Sarah! Thanks again to everyone for stopping by!
February 19th, 2013 at 2:38 am
I absolutely ADORE Diane Keaton, but Meryl Streep has my heart :)
February 19th, 2013 at 5:53 pm
I love Diane Keaton ad Magge Smith. They are just so entertaining and talented.
Someone mentioned Alasdair MacColla from Highland Warrior. I Loved that book and Alasdair. …sigh…. :)
Carol L.
February 19th, 2013 at 7:07 pm
I like Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts.