on February 29, 2012
Last September, I posted an interview with the lovely Kristina McMorris, author of the highly praised “Letters From Home.” Inspired by her grandparents’ WWII courtship, her debut novel, Letters from Home, was praised as a must-read by Woman’s Day magazine and “a sweeping debut” by Publishers Weekly. The book achieved additional acclaim as a Reader’s Digest Select Editions… Read More
on December 1, 2011
I found my way to the incomparable Delilah Marvelle in a roundabout fashion. One day, I was trolling RWA® chapter websites in an effort to be *working on writing* without actually *writing*. I landed on an author bio page with a photo like none of the others, just pouty lips and a tilted chin. Hmm, I thought. That’s… Read More
on October 27, 2011
According to Publisher’s Weekly, Nancy Gideon’s latest release, HUNTER OF SHADOWS has, (and I quote!) “Complex new characters, vivid writing, intriguing plot twists, and a satisfying ending will keep readers coming back to Gideon’s magical NOLA.” You heard it here first, folks! Now join me in for this installment of “Interview an Awesome Author,” and… Read More
on October 20, 2011
Today I’m thrilled to be chatting with the lovely and uber-talented Ashlyn Macnamara. She is one of my RWA® Golden Heart sisters, and her debut novel, THE TALE OF TWO SISTERS, comes out in early 2013. According to Ashlyn, it’s “a Regency romance, partially inspired by Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility – only with more… Read More
on October 13, 2011
Once upon a time, someone very wise asked me, “Have you read any books by Kristan Higgins?” I had not, but I decided to give one a try. Two pages in and I was hooked. Sweet, funny and believable heroines – the kind of women I would invite over for wine and movie night. And… Read More
on September 22, 2011
Today I’m excited to be chatting it up with fellow 2011 Golden Heart Finalist, Valerie Bowman. She’s soon to be a household name so remember, you met her here first! Valerie writes Regency-set historical romance novels with a focus on sharp dialogue, engaging story lines, and heroines who take matters into their own hands! Her… Read More
on September 15, 2011
Today I’m so pleased to be joined by Loralee Lillibridge, a fellow member of the Mid-Michigan Chapter of RWA®. Loralee has inspired me in so many ways, with her warm smile, her fantastic sense of humor, and her tenacity. You see, Loralee’s first book was published in 2005 and her 2nd book sold in 2011!… Read More
on September 8, 2011
Today we are interviewing the charming Kristina McMorris. Her novel, LETTERS FROM HOME is a World War 2 era love story, and one of my new favorites! She’s a master of fresh, evocative word choice and I’m a little jealous! But mostly I’m inspired – by her talent, her perseverance, and the originality of her voice…. Read More
on August 31, 2011
As writers, we have so much to share and learn from one another. Knowing we are not truly alone in this seemingly solitary endeavor, we gather strength in hearing how others hone their craft, how they draft, and dream, and defeat their doubts. And how they expertly take readers (like us!) on a magical journey… Read More
on June 15, 2011
My daughter’s soccer team is called The Fire-breathing Unicorns. They chose this name to represent something strong and graceful – yet menacing – just like them. Last fall, when the team first started playing together, they were a rag-tag collection of knobby-kneed little girls. Some had never played soccer before, and few, if any, knew… Read More