
“Tangles” – A Reading with Kay Smith-Blum
Downtown Bend Library, Brooks Room 601 NW Wall StKay Smith-Blum's debut novel, Tangles, is redefining historical fiction. This fast-paced, character-driven tale defies genre, mixing elements of suspense, thriller, and romance to create a page-turning read. Smith-Blum dives deep into the craft behind the book, revealing techniques used to create authenticity for not just time and place but also character. She discusses how snappy dialogue can …