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 […]
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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,
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I remember always being able to read. In first grade, when others struggled, I was reading books on my own already. This month is Read Across America for children. Kids all over the US will be encouraged to read. Let’s give them some great stories to enjoy. The Bomb Squad series is filled with adventure
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Off the Grid, Book 2 in The Bomb Squad series is officially launched! On the day of the party, our area of Indiana had between two and three inches of our first snow of the season. Although I love snow, it did slow the crowd down to the party. I still had some brave people
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Another great giveaway for all you holiday hoppers! Christmas shopping has already started around my house. The trick is to know where to hide all those early buys so little eyes don’t see them. My grandchildren love to play hide-n-seek so closets aren’t safe, and under the bed isn’t either. Where do you hide those
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Since my writing journey began, I’ve met some fantastic authors. It’s exciting to see Christian authors write in many different genres. In my younger years, I was a huge fan of time travel stories. Recently, I became acquainted with Phyllis Wheeler. Join me as I get to know Phyllis and learn about her writing. Hello
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Since I’ve begun writing, one of the great things has been the many wonderful people I’ve come across. Jessie Mattis is one of them. Although, I haven’t met today’s author in person, I feel a kinship with her. She has published in different genre’s, something I plan to do. She is a homeschool mom, I
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The teacher in me jumps for joy when I see book giveaways for children! As a former youth services coordinator at my local library, I love to see children reading. What could be better than a book giveaway to get children reading? Kids are always hungry for knowledge even when school isn’t in session, so
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Are you heading out for vacation this summer? Don’t forget to take some stuff for the kids to do in the car or on the plane. Notebooks, puzzle books, and children’s novels are three things they can amuse themselves to help pass the time. Our girls always had a bag full of goodies when we
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