My father gave me an old Olympia portable when I was in fourth grade. Our ancestors came from Ireland. Our family stories of immigration helped me understand more about my characters in 'The Lemon Orchard.' — Luanne Rice Copy Share Image
Anyone with a heart, with a family, has experienced loss. No one escapes unscathed. Every story of separation is different, but I think we all understand that basic, wrenching emotion that comes from saying goodbye, not knowing if we'll see… — Luanne Rice Copy Share Image
I was married to a law student, and I used to attend classes with him at Georgetown University Law Center. Being of dramatic bent,… — Luanne Rice Copy Share Image
My first three-sisters novel in a while, 'Sandcastles' tells the story of the Sullivan family - two passionate artists and their three wildly different… — Luanne Rice Copy Share Image
Here are a few of the actors who have brought my novels to TV life: Bill Pullman, Holly Hunter, Frances McDormand, Julian Sands, Gena… — Luanne Rice Copy Share Image
The Secret Life of Bees proves that a family can be found where you least expect it-maybe not under your own roof, but in… — Luanne Rice Copy Share Image
'Little Night' comes from deep in my heart, and tells about the lengths people will go for love. — Luanne Rice Copy Share Image
never judge anyone by their appearance, or the car they drive, or the house they live in, or even by the words they say.… — Luanne Rice Copy Share Image
Goodbyes were impossible, unless you didn't realize you were saying them. — Luanne Rice Copy Share Image
I am honored to have had two Hallmark Hall of Fame Productions made from my novels - 'Silver Bells' and 'Follow the Stars Home.' — Luanne Rice Copy Share Image
