When my author/editor buddy, the lovely Francine Lasala, first broached the idea of doing an author event in NYC to coincide with BEA, I thought, “What a great chance to connect with other authors!” I wasn’t too sure about the event itself. Cause, you see, I’m a veteran of author … [Read more...] about The Buzz on Book Buzz
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AN EGG IN YOUR CAR WILL SAVE YOU MONEY
I was twenty-one, a young, divorced mom with a baby and a typewriter. No money to speak of but big dreams. I was going to be a writer, a career that would allow me to say at home with son while enjoying fame and fortune. Ha! Little did I know what I was in for. Years of hard work … [Read more...] about AN EGG IN YOUR CAR WILL SAVE YOU MONEY
THE GIANT FORK & SPOON
There are friends and there are friends. I have many friends but can count on one hand the ones who are closest to my heart. You know, the girlfriend you haven't gotten around to calling for months who, when she picks up the phone, it's like your last conversation was five … [Read more...] about THE GIANT FORK & SPOON
Secret of The Mossy Cave
The first mystery story I ever wrote was in fourth grade. It was titled "Secret of the Mossy Cave." At the time I was enamored of Nancy Drew, so the "M" in my middle name stood for mystery (actually, it's Marian). I remember how excited I was when my teacher, Miss Cherry, singled … [Read more...] about Secret of The Mossy Cave
