Suzy Hopkins

I reported and edited for four Northern California newspapers before founding and running a community magazine for 10 years. Now my interests include gardening and dreaming up new writing projects with artist Hallie Bateman. Upcoming from Bloomsbury is our second book, "What to Do When You Get Dumped,” due Jan. 21. The book emerged as a pep talk to myself after an epic dumping, and became a gentle guide to creating a new life. Hallie Bateman made it sing with her remarkable sensibilities and gorgeous illustrations. If you know someone who's been dumped and could use some comfort, pre-order our book now from your local bookstore or online from major retailers.