My friend, Melanie Dent, is helping me co-host Titanic Week. Right here on my site! It has been a true honor to co-organize this event. I've never done anything like it, and I have Melanie to thank. Her first novel, The Lynchcliffe Cuckoo, begins during the pre-World War I era, and the Titanic tragedy is … Continue reading Titanic Week
blogging
All the cool kids are doing it, so why can’t I?
Up until about a year-and-a-half ago, I didn't realize how many people had blogs. I'd never given it much thought until I went to a meeting for a group of local writers and the leader insisted that every aspiring author should have a platform. "If you don't have a blog, get one. They're free." Of … Continue reading All the cool kids are doing it, so why can’t I?
Black or White
Multiculturalism and YA fantasy. You don't find these two phrases lumped together very often. Does that surprise you? Or, have you ever really given it much thought? Think about the popular Young Adult Fantasy books out there. Harry Potter, Twilight, A Series of Unfortunate Events, Eragon...these are books that stir the reader's imagination, books that … Continue reading Black or White
Vacation Pictures
As the old cliche goes...pictures paint a thousand words. Chris and Dena at La Jolla cliffs Chris at La Jolla Dena at La Jolla beach Dena, Chris, Taylor & Mike La Jolla La JollaOcean LifeMike, Chris, Teigan, & Taylor
Under the Bus
At my dreaded day job, there's a lot of talk of being 'thrown under the bus.' For those of you who are unfamiliar with the expression, it basically means that a co-worker (or boss) has chosen to sacrifice you (or your reputation) in order to save him or herself. You know--back-stabbing.When I first heard the … Continue reading Under the Bus
All I Have to Say 