As a writer, I’ve enjoyed February so far, even though the early weeks brought some disappointment. It was a rough winter by Pacific Coast standards. We normally get little snow,…
A Writer Takes Stock In February
Writing Settings For A Novel That Engages The Reader
Writing the settings for a novel is one feature of a Novel Writing Workshop I’ll be giving at the North Vancouver library. In thinking about my presentation, I thought I’d share…
2017, Out With The Old, In With The New
A New Year With 2017, a new year here, we look back on 2016. It’s been a tumultuous year, marked by a wild American election, Brexit, the Syrian refugee crisis…
Memories of Christmases Past
A Little Nostalgia I’m feeling nostalgic. Memories of Christmases past are flooding back. My mother gave me the most memorable one when I was five. I first posted a version…
Finding Treasure At An Indie Author Book Fair
Indie Author Book Fair This morning, I participated in an Indie Author Book Fair at the West Vancouver Library in British Columbia. It’s an event that indie authors love as…
Freedom Is What Our Veterans Fought For
Freedom is what our veterans fought for. The American election reminded us, that in a democracy, we have the right to vote and choose our own leaders. Whether we like…
A Writer’s Post Conference Blues Brought On By The American Election
A Fabulous Conference After attending the recent Surrey International Writers Conference, you wouldn’t think I’d come down with post conference blues. Not when it was such a fabulous event. It’s the…
Cover Reveal for ALONG CAME A GARDENER
Cover Reveal Thrilled to reveal the cover for my next book, ALONG CAME A GARDENER. In this inspirational book, I’ll share some tips on managing life’s ups and downs. Tips…
Indie Author Day
The first Indie Author Day takes place on Sat. Oct. 8th in libraries all over North America. Key members of the publishing industry are supporting indie authors and their growing…
Along Came A Gardener
I’ve decided to take a side trip and write a non-fiction book, called Along Came A Gardener. I’ll be combining my love of gardening with what I’ve learned during my…