Interview: That Marcia Clark Reinvents Herself As Mystery Novelist

By Pamela Burke

TWITTER: @thatmarciaclark

We all know the Marcia Clark of  the O. J. “Trial of the Century” media extravaganza.  Because of her role in that high-profile case, The New Yorker called her “The Most Famous Prosecutor in American History.”  She won 19 out of 20 murder trials, just not “that” one.

“I went into court every day trying to win it.  It didn’t happen.  The fact that I survived it shows me what you can live through.” 

But did you know that because of her love for reading mysteries since age nine, she decided to become a crime novelist?  Her first who-done-it, “Guilt by Association,” is out, and has been called “a triumphant fiction debut,” and a “corker” of a novel.

We wanted to know what had become of Marcia since the trial and her many appearances as a commentator on television.  Recently we got the chance to hear her speak at Book Passage in Corte Madera, Ca.

It was a sold-out crowd, and her message was fascinating, fun, and one of reinvention.  She shared her story recently on our Women’s Eye Radio Show in a conversation with Stacey Gualandi.   Here is some of what she had to say…

Interview: Dalia Ziada Blogs To Help Bring Democracy To Egypt

UPDATE:  3/1/11:  Dalia to speak at the Women in the World Summit, NYC–March 10-12

DALIA ON TWITTER: @daliaziada

DALIA’S LATEST BLOG

Dalia Zaida is a human rights’ activist and popular Egyptian blogger.  Her writings before and during the current uprising provide insight into the causes behind the revolt and the conflict between pro and anti-government groups.

“I wish my country be the best country in the world. And the only way to make this happen is to first bring democracy and apply it.”   Dalia Ziada

Time Magazine called this translator, researcher, lecturer, and poet a champion of Muslim Rights.   She’s the recipient of the Anna Lindh Euro-Mediterranean Journalist Award, 2010.

Dalia in Time Magazine

When I saw in the Daily Beast how passionately Dalia took to the streets to protest and read her blogs, I wanted to track her down to ask her about her experiences during these tumultuous times in Cairo.  In spite of her chaotic life right now, she took the time to answer my questions… 

Interview: Eleanor Clift On Gabrielle Giffords And The Washington She Knows

By Pamela Burke

Twitter: @EleanorClift

Eleanor Clift is a well known Washington journalist whose insider reporting appears in Newsweek and the Daily Beast.  You’ve probably seen her as a regular contributor to the nationally syndicated show “The McLaughlin Group” firmly holding her own with the other vociferous panelists.

Her recent article “The Gabrielle Giffords I Know” in the Daily Beast recently caught my eye.   The story that began as a memorial and ended as a tribute appeared the day the Congresswoman was shot.  Eleanor recalled remarks Rep. Giffords had made the week before on two panels she shared with her at Renaissance Weekend in South Carolina.

“Gabby’s attitude makes us appreciate our public servants.  The last election cycle or two they’ve been the object of such animosity.”   Eleanor Clift

I wanted to ask Eleanor about this personal story and get her reflections on Giffords and the country as the weeks have passed.   She was kind enough to offer her observations…