With the Thanksgiving holiday over, I’m wondering who got stuffed, you or the turkey? Maybe both? I certainly did, with an excellent meal and wonderful time spent with family. The nice thing about the holidays is that we all seem to make extra efforts to spend quality time with people, near and far. Which is … Continue reading Author Interview—Raluca Barbu
Author Interview—Lucinda Jackson
We’re heading into that time of year when some people start shopping for gifts, and if you or someone you know like reading memoirs, you’ll want to read my interview this week. I’m talking with Lucinda Jackson, author of Just a Girl: Growing Up Female and Ambitious and her latest, Project Escape: Lessons for an … Continue reading Author Interview—Lucinda Jackson
Transformed by Travel Book Event
I was thrilled to be invited to join two talented authors, Jill Hedgecock and Lucinda Jackson, at a Transformed by Travel event at Flashlight Books in Walnut Creek, California, on Saturday, November 26th. We have each written books about travel and will be talking about the impact travel adventures have had on our lives. I … Continue reading Transformed by Travel Book Event
Author Interview—Sarah E. Burr
It’s starting to feel like fall here in Northern California, with dark, chilly mornings and evenings. Perfect weather for curling up with a good book! Try reading something by Sarah E. Burr, my interview this week and the author of many books including her latest, Too Much to Candle. Enjoy the interview! Sarah E. Burr … Continue reading Author Interview—Sarah E. Burr
Author Interview–George Cramer
These author interviews I’ve been doing are so interesting, but there’s just one problem: my reading list is getting huge! These talented writers have created so many books that I want to dive into—the ones I haven’t previously read. But that’s a good problem to have. This week I’m interviewing George Cramer, author of The … Continue reading Author Interview–George Cramer
Author Interview–John Schembra
I’m having so much fun with this author interview series and getting to know other writers. This time I’m interviewing John Schembra, author of multiple novels including his latest, The List, Book 4 in the Vince Torelli police procedural series. I know John from a writing group and the Mt. Diablo Chapter of the California … Continue reading Author Interview–John Schembra
Author Interview–Rosanne McHenry
When you read a book you love, don’t you want to know more about the author who created it? I do! That’s why I started this author interview series, so we all can learn more about the talented and hard-working writers bringing these stories to life. This week you’ll get to know a bit about … Continue reading Author Interview–Rosanne McHenry
Book Awards and Book Sales Surprises
Confessions of a Middle-Aged Runaway Award Certificate Happy Labor Day! I thought it an appropriate day to discuss the fruits of labor—or sometimes lack thereof—in the book publishing industry. Readers’ Favorite Book Awards First, the good news. I recently found out that Confessions of a Middle-Aged Runaway was a finalist in the Non-Fiction – Travel … Continue reading Book Awards and Book Sales Surprises
Author Interview–Michael Nelson
One of the best things about being a writer is getting to know other writers. It’s so nice to meet other authors that have had similar struggles and successes, and learn about their unique path to writing and publishing. That’s why I’m so excited to announce my new author interview series! Watch or follow my … Continue reading Author Interview–Michael Nelson
Audiobook–Should I?
Is August really half over? I was stunned when I saw that kids are already back in school. Where did the summer go? I’ve been having a lot of fun attending Dan’s music gigs. For those that don’t know, my husband plays bass in a rock band. Cut Loose has been playing a lot of … Continue reading Audiobook–Should I?