Who was Emily Dickinson? Beyond her place as one of the most important figures in American literature, Dickinson's life is shrouded in mystery. In this historical novel, Jerome Charyn captures an engaging, intriguing, dreamy version of the great writer, narrated in her own voice. Inspired by her letters and poetry, Charyn follows Dickinson's journey from Holyoke seminarian to dying recluse compulsively scribbling lines of genius in her Amherst bedroom. The Secret Life of Emily Dickinson offers a fascinating peek into the inner passions and devastating heartbreak of one of America's greatest poets. Books included: The Secret Life of Emily Dickinson, A Single Rose, Yours Cheerfully, The Last Mona Lisa, The Bookshop of Second Chances.