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 […]
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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
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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
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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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