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Helen Ellis on Writing About People You Know (in a Nice Way).

Helen Ellis on Writing About People You Know (in a Nice Way).

“If you’ve told the same story three times this week, write that one.”

By Helen Ellis | June 16, 2023

“Don’t Let the Pearls Fool You.” On Being the Only Lady at the Poker Table

“Don’t Let the Pearls Fool You.” On Being the Only Lady at the Poker Table

Helen Ellis Talks Feminine Etiquette, Playing Coy, and Winning

By Helen Ellis | July 13, 2021

Free to Be... You and Me (And Childfree)

Free to Be... You and Me (And Childfree)

Helen Ellis on Going From Avoiding Sex to Scheduling It

By Helen Ellis | April 4, 2019

Marriage, Secrets, and Housewives Turned Beasts

Marriage, Secrets, and Housewives Turned Beasts

Helen Ellis in Conversation with Sarah Hall

By Helen Ellis | July 25, 2017

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