I began writing in my early teens. I might write a short story or poem in one afternoon. Done. Finished. I would recopy it into a hard-cover notebook in my best handwriting. The idea of a rough draft wasn’t something I understood. The idea, thoughts, and then writing were the end for me. When I […]
Is Your Life in a Rough Draft? Read More »
For The LOVE Of READING, Giveaway Hop runs February 1, 12:00 am ET, through February 28, 11:59 pm ET! All bloggers are invited to join us for this event with a bookish theme and no prize minimum! Theme Details: Book-ish, Books, Reader’s Gifts, Gift Cards For a giveaway hop, each site must have its own giveaway; no Group Giveaways; your giveaway
For the Love of Reading-Author and Book Blogger Giveaway Hop Sign-Ups Read More »
January 1 has come and gone, and 2025 is underway. I always spend a few days evaluating the previous year, while planning for the new year ahead. This year, several big changes are coming for me in my writing/speaking career. I love all that has led me to this point in my life, yet there
A New Year of Possibilities Read More »
Hello and welcome! Can you believe it’s December 1? I’m super excited to launch my third book on December 4. Seaside SOS continues the adventures of Bryan and his three friends, but this time the boys on the beach to solve a mystery that involves sea turtle egg pirates. The Bomb Squad series features family-friendly
December Cash Giveaway Read More »
What a fun time of the year. Christmas is on the horizon, and it’s Super Stocking Stuffer Giveaway time! You can enter for a chance to win ALL THREE BOOKS in The Bomb Squad series valued at $40. These mystery/adventure books keep kids ages 9-12 engaged until the very end of the book. Tweens still
Super Stocking Stuffer Giveaway Read More »
Thanksgiving is a few weeks away, yet my heart is thankful today. I’m grateful for my family, my church, my health (which has improved), and my faith. While I might not be thankful for daylight savings time change, counting my blessings in the wee hours of the morning has given me a fresh perspective
A Month of Thankfulness Read More »
The thankful month has begun. November marks a time of thankfulness in my heart for what God has done each year. Although no year is without some disappointment, I make a point of counting my blessings. This year has been wonderful in many ways. One includes publishing the third book in my middle-grade series, Seaside
$100 Cash Giveaway Read More »
When I began The Bomb Squad four years ago, I wasn’t sure how the book would end. Writing a middle-grade novel for tweens was a surprise because I always thought I’d write adult mysteries. I had the idea, began writing, and learned as I went along. I was thrilled when it was published through Elk
Recent Book Release Read More »
My favorite time of the year is here! Not just giveaway time, but autumn makes me happy. The colors, the chilly mornings, and roasting marshmallows over a fire are still some of the best things all year long. Another thing that makes me happy this month is my third book in The Bomb Squad series,
The many milestones of writing a book can be exciting. One huge milestone is the cover. When this design came to me from my publisher, Elk Lake Publishing, I was thrilled! I love the bright color scheme and the sea turtle fits perfectly with the storyline. Book 3 of The Bomb Squad series, Seaside SOS,
Cover Reveal for Seaside SOS Read More »
