As an author and a blogger, my personal life often bleeds into my writing. Out of respect for my family’s privacy, I try to keep some things to myself. I try not to reveal any embarrassing personal stories that involve my kids, and as a mother of teenagers, I’ve come to realize that almost anything … Continue reading A Little Help?
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Rewrites, Revisions, and Falling Out of Love
If I don't respond to emails, answer phone calls, or if I fail to like your status on Facebook, try not to panic. I haven't dropped off the face of the earth or taken a vow of cyber-silence. I'm just in the middle of a rewrite. For those of you who write, you know what … Continue reading Rewrites, Revisions, and Falling Out of Love
Screaming into Cyberspace
Now that I have a book to promote, I find myself at a loss. I've never been keen on the idea of self-promotion, so the thought of begging people to buy my book fills me with dread. I've often heard that a good book sells itself, but in a market saturated with new books, it's … Continue reading Screaming into Cyberspace
Summer Reading Recommendations
With back-to-school upon us, it's sometimes difficult to remember that summer has not yet given way to autumn. For those of us who lead busy lives, the lazy days of summer are a myth. We work, take care of children, cook, clean...all the activities that prevent us from kicking back on the beach, fruity beverage … Continue reading Summer Reading Recommendations
It’s a Sunshine Day
I have very exciting news today. Kay Kauffman, author and blogger extraordinaire, nominated me for the Sunshine Blogger Award. Here are the rules: Link the award to the person who gave it to me (click on Kay's name above to visit her awesome blog) Answer questions about myself (see below) Nominate ten bloggers for the … Continue reading It’s a Sunshine Day
All I Have to Say 