The Mother Kitty’s Blog

The Mother Kitty’s blog is a historical repository of Melissa’s Kitties blog, which published consistently from 2006 to 2022. (May 2026: The blog may be revived and continued in the near future.)

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Melissa Connolly 8/7/16 Melissa Connolly 8/7/16

Make 'Em Laugh: Short-Term Memories of Longtime Friends

Debbie Reynolds will make you laugh and win you over with this book.

Melissa Connolly 4/23/16 Melissa Connolly 4/23/16

Unfaithful Music & Disappearing Ink

Elvis Costello is an excellent songwriter and book writer.

Melissa Connolly 8/9/15 Melissa Connolly 8/9/15

As You Wish: Inconceivable Tales from the Making of The Princess Bride

Cary Elwes recounts all the behind-the-scenes stories in this loving memoir about the making of The Princess Bride.

Melissa Connolly 5/19/15 Melissa Connolly 5/19/15

Ron Carter: Finding the Right Notes

Ron Carter is a master jazz bassist at work.

Melissa Connolly 11/18/14 Melissa Connolly 11/18/14

Cyndi Lauper: A Memoir

The one and only Cyndi comes through loud and clear, as always.

Melissa Connolly 11/5/12 Melissa Connolly 11/5/12

A Reason to Believe

This guy gives it to you.

Melissa Connolly 7/31/11 Melissa Connolly 7/31/11

The World According to Tina Fey

Tina Fey is boss!

Melissa Connolly 2/24/11 Melissa Connolly 2/24/11

I am reading!

In an effort to slow down, ignore distractions, and reduce the piles of books on the floor, let’s read!