This past week I had the great pleasure of attending the annual Poppycon, when members of the author group I belong to, the Tall Poppy Writers, meets in Chicago for a weekend of bonding, book talk, guest lectures, and discussing Poppy business. We’re a fierce bunch of female authors who promote each … [Read more...] about Tall Poppy Writers meet in Chicago
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Early Bird Gets the Worm…or the Book
I’m lucky to have a publisher who works hard to promote my backlist. My novels are more than a source of income; they’re like my adult children in a way—they may be grown and flown but they’re still very much a part of my life. It makes me happy knowing they’re still being read and enjoyed years … [Read more...] about Early Bird Gets the Worm…or the Book
“TURN LEFT! TURN LEFT! NO…YOUR OTHER LEFT!”
That would be me. The ditz behind the wheel who doesn’t know right from left. Okay, so I’m not that bad. But almost. I suffer from what I call directional dyslexia. It runs in my family, so maybe I was born with it, or maybe it’s due to the vehicular trauma I suffered when I was eight. Picture … [Read more...] about “TURN LEFT! TURN LEFT! NO…YOUR OTHER LEFT!”
Questions and Answers
I am blessed to have loyal readers from all walks of life and all four corners of the globe, ranging in age from fourteen to ninety-four. The many positive comments I’ve received from readers through the years are the best part of what I do for a living, worth more than fame or fortune. … [Read more...] about Questions and Answers
