I have a small pile of books I've been working my way through. I also have some books I want to read very soon. With the help of a brainstorming friend, I've concocted an evil plan for my summer blogging...let me share it with you.Below, I'm going to post my To-Be-Read book list. If you've read one … [Read more...]
Why Read Classics?
Repurpose Classic Book Spines as Bookmarks--Pinterest linkI love classic literature. Love talking about it, pondering it...I can never quite get enough of it. For an excellent post on how reading classics helps your mind, check this link: 10 Ways to Improve Your Mind by Reading Classics. I … [Read more...]
Grounded in the Mountains
My latest novel, an Appalachian mystery, is set in West Virginia. It's not something I ever saw coming. Twenty years ago, I was dead-set on getting out of the mountains' grip for good. I wanted big skies and open spaces. I read Architectural Digest in college and pictured myself, CEO of a huge firm … [Read more...]
What’s the Point of the Proposal?
Let me just say, I realize what a bear proposal-writing is for most writers. Anyone who knows me at all knows that proposals (synopses in particular) are my arch-enemies. However, each time I've written one, I've learned something, and I'm happy to share what I've discovered along the way.First off, … [Read more...]
When Mama Bears BACK DOWN
“Making the decision to have a child is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.”--Elizabeth StoneThis week, I was again reminded of how deep those Mama Bear feelings run.You carry a child for nine months, you nurse that baby, … [Read more...]
Winner of ANGELGUARD and Bloggy Deep Thoughts
I've been pondering something and would love your input...we'll chat more below. BUT FIRST. The winner of ANGELGUARD is...Becky Doughty!Becky, you're going to enjoy this one. I'll get your email address to Ian ASAP. And thank you, Ian Acheson, for the great interview and for offering this free … [Read more...]