I love giving gifts at Christmas time. I’m definitely one of those who agonizes over finding just the right gift that complements family and friends. Sometimes I run out of time or never land on the perfect present. Still, I love watching people open presents–the light in their eyes, the … Continue reading
Christmas is my favorite time of year–always has been. So many memories . . . Like the time I bought my mom a special book and made her cry, or the time we were moving over Christmas and “decorated” our van, or the first Christmas I spent with my husband. … Continue reading
So, we’re going to pretend that I didn’t make goals for November. Everyone okay with that? Seriously, though, it was another rough month for me. A lot of things kind of converging at the same time across the board, mostly because of illness pushing stuff back . . . again. … Continue reading
Spekkie? What’s a spekkie? Well, I’m glad you asked. A spekkie is the nickname people at Realm Makers have given speculative fiction writers. What’s speculative fiction? Well, that’s a term that encompasses genres like fantasy, sci-fi, supernatural, and the like. It’s been several years since I delved into the world … Continue reading
In honor of Cyber Monday, Bellanok: The Reluctant Savior is FREE today and tomorrow (Nov. 30-Dec. 1). If you haven’t got your copy yet, now’s the time! Currently, it is still only available on Amazon, but don’t let that hold you back. Remember, you can always get the Kindle app for … Continue reading
God invited you on this writing journey with Him, so even when discouragement hits—and it will—don’t give up. God kept the publishing door shut to me for many years. I first went to committee back in 2006. I didn’t get a contract, but I got an agent out of … Continue reading
‘And the LORD GOD said, “It is not good than man should be alone; I will make a helpmeet for him.”’ Genesis 2:18 KJV Love! Romance! Commitment! And that’s just Genesis, folks! A lot of folks don’t know this but I almost gave up writing Christian romance years ago. … Continue reading
I know you’ve been waiting for it, folks. And here it is . . . Bellanok: An Urgent Quest (Part 2 in Bellanok serial) Brian has finally arrived on the island of Bellanok. But everything is not as Fauna, the fairy queen, had described it. As he explores his … Continue reading
Angry chewing: excess, quick grinding of chewing gum until the point one’s jaw tires. It’s a real thing, or at least it is now. Confession: I’m an angry chewer. Not angry as in I’m having some inner turmoil eruption. Angry as in focused, determined. When it’s time to get serious, … Continue reading
It’s been awhile since I’ve blogged regularly. I’m excited that one of my goals is to get back into it as I so enjoy sharing with you all. So, I’m glad you’ve taken time from your busy schedule to join me for another spot of tea. There are several questions … Continue reading
