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Looking for a home

“Open yourself to every possibility, for there is nothing your heart can imagine that is not so.” Continue reading Looking for a home

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What’s up with Masha?

Nine Perfect Strangers Confession: I’m a huge fan of Liane Moriarty’s work and have read almost everything she’s written. Her … Continue reading What’s up with Masha?

Snippets of seven reviews for US, NOW AND THEN
Us, Now and Then

Snippets of seven reviews for US, NOW AND THEN

“Dialogue pitch perfect. Characters and family dynamics so well portrayed. Anyone can relate.” Continue reading Snippets of seven reviews for US, NOW AND THEN

Book cover reveal!
Us, Now and Then

Book cover reveal!

Excited to share my book cover done by the talented (and patient!) Judy Bullard at customebookcovers.com. She just kept fiddling … Continue reading Book cover reveal!

Beginning my Indie Author Journey
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Beginning my Indie Author Journey

  After much hemming and hawing, I will stop querying and take charge of publishing my ten-year-old novel, now titled … Continue reading Beginning my Indie Author Journey

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Book Report: Secrets can kill

Everything I Never Told You This is easily the most powerful book I’ve read in a long time. The author … Continue reading Book Report: Secrets can kill

Book Report: A hero with a passion for public service
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Book Report: A hero with a passion for public service

The Salvation of San Juan Cajon Last month at my 50th high school reunion, I chatted with a Michael G. … Continue reading Book Report: A hero with a passion for public service

Decluttering my story
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Decluttering my story

Decluttering has officially affected every aspect of my life. Even my novel. Recently I’ve culled this beast down to a … Continue reading Decluttering my story

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Book Report: Tan on Tan

It seems Amy Tan has been trying to write her story for years. The ghosts of her past inhabit all … Continue reading Book Report: Tan on Tan

Trying to find the “Ties that Bind” my novel together
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Trying to find the “Ties that Bind” my novel together

With some trepidation, I sent a “completed” draft of my novel (working title Ties that Bind) to four friends who … Continue reading Trying to find the “Ties that Bind” my novel together

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