Happy Halloween! As I write this post, two of my kids sit in the living room hunched over piles of candy like dragons hoarding treasure. I suppose it was hard-earned--it's 34 degrees outside and pouring rain and sleet. The third kid should be home from his party soon, and then the candy exchange will begin … Continue reading Writing Updates Plus Giveaways
Four Easy Ways to Improve Your Writing NOW
Writing can be quite the roller coaster. Some days the words flow off your fingertips, you love your characters, and you can picture your book lined up with the other bestsellers in Barnes and Noble. Other days, you just want to set your laptop on fire and find something to do with your spare time … Continue reading Four Easy Ways to Improve Your Writing NOW
Call for Reviewers
Hello, dear readers! As hard as it is for me to believe, store shelves are full of Halloween decorations and Mellowcreme pumpkins (maybe a bag or two fell into my shopping cart...oops). Thanksgiving and Christmas wait impatiently around the corner, and that means...*eek*...only two months remain until release day for my debut inspirational romantic suspense, … Continue reading Call for Reviewers
RWA 2019: A Culinary Trip Around Times Square
I wish I could've titled this post "A Culinary Trip Around Manhattan," but alas, five days at a conference doesn't provide quite that many dining opportunities. Nevertheless, today I'll be sharing pictures from my meals in NYC for this last in our series of blog posts on my RWA National experience. Confession: Before leaving for … Continue reading RWA 2019: A Culinary Trip Around Times Square
RWA 2019: Golden Hearts and Purple Socks
Hey, friends! Anybody else feel like August is a complete whirlwind? In my case, it probably comes from having four kids and too many things to do before school starts. But for a few minutes, I'm taking a break from all those boring real life details to reminisce about my trip to New York City. … Continue reading RWA 2019: Golden Hearts and Purple Socks
FATAL FLASHBACK Cover Reveal, Plus Publishing Q&A
I know, I know, I promised you more details about RWA National. And they are coming, but this bit of news is too good to hold back any longer. My cover for FATAL FLASHBACK, coming December 2019 from Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense, is done. Since you'll probably just skip everything to scroll down anyway, let's … Continue reading FATAL FLASHBACK Cover Reveal, Plus Publishing Q&A
RWA 2019: A Michigander in Times Square
Wow, friends, what a month it's been. I take that back--what a year it's been so far! Now that I'm home from my adventure to New York City for the Romance Writers of America® national conference, I figured it's time to share some of the excitement with you. This conference was both my first RWA … Continue reading RWA 2019: A Michigander in Times Square
Interview with MISSION HOLLYWOOD Author Michelle Keener *Plus* a Sneak Peek
Today I have another treat for you, friends! I'm so excited to welcome special guest Michelle Keener to the blog. You may know Michelle from her memoir, Shared Courage, about her experience as the wife of a U.S. Marine during the Iraq War, or perhaps you've been encouraged by one of her tweets to the … Continue reading Interview with MISSION HOLLYWOOD Author Michelle Keener *Plus* a Sneak Peek
Guest Post at the Ruby-Slippered Sisterhood: What I’m Packing for RWA National
Hi friends! I'm popping in an extra time this month, because today I'm a guest over at the 2009 Golden Heart class's blog, the Ruby-Slippered Sisterhood. They've very kindly offered to host as many of us from the 2019 class as possible in the days leading up to the RWA National conference. As crazy as … Continue reading Guest Post at the Ruby-Slippered Sisterhood: What I’m Packing for RWA National
KEEN Blog Tour: Character Visuals!
Hello, friends! I have a special treat for you today! A few years ago I connected with a fantastic YA fantasy writer, Laura L. Zimmerman, through her website, Caffeinated Fiction. She was looking for beta readers, and I was looking to meet other Christians writing clean mainstream fantasy. Perfect match! After reading one of her … Continue reading KEEN Blog Tour: Character Visuals!
