Anidyr Bycall’s name has two Russian inspirations. Lake Baikal, the largest freshwater lake in the world, and several places are named Anadyr in easternmost Russia. Anidyr is pronounced “Annie-dear” – At least that’s what her affectionate father says in Warming Trend.
Trivia – Meryl Streep and Helen Mirren? Sure!
It’s unusual for Karin to have an actor in mind to play one of her characters. An exception is Marissa’s mother in Finders Keepers. The “step up on the table in the country club dining room to make an announcement” personality – it’s so Meryl Streep. If she were unavailable then Helen Mirren would do it justice as well.
Trivia – 18th and Castro
There’s no apartment building as described at the corner of 18th and Castro in San Francisco. That’s why it’s called fiction. But wouldn’t it be nice if there were?
Trivia – All the Wrong Places
Brandy Monsoon’s last name (All the Wrong Places) was inspired by Edina Monsoon of Absolutely Fabulous. A force of nature is a force of nature, even when it’s a bit confused by life.
Trivia – Sugar and Fondant
Fondant is hard to make and even if Karin wanted to make it, she lacks the patience and artistry to pull it off. Words are less dangerous for everyone involved. Hence Sugar and its vicarious cake making.