The rain has finally disappeared here in Northern California, at least for now, and summer weather has arrived. Wildflowers are blooming, and I’m so happy to see the sun and dollops of color all over the place. I love color! If you love Mendocino, California—or dogs—you’ll want to check out my interview this week with … Continue reading Author Interview—Janet Finsilver
Author Interview—Judith Marshall
Have you ever dreamed of having your book optioned by a Hollywood producer and adapted into a screenplay? If so, you’ll love this interview with Judith Marshall, author of the novels, Husbands May Come and Go but Friends are Forever and Staying Afloat. Enjoy the interview! About the Author Judith Marshall was born in the … Continue reading Author Interview—Judith Marshall
Author Interview—Nancy Rhodes
During our recent New Zealand trip we went on a whale-watching trip in Kaikoura, a beautiful coastal town on the South Island. After jet-boating to different areas and much patience, we were finally able to see two sperm whales. I was tickled, since I’ve never seen sperm whales before. They dive deep for long periods … Continue reading Author Interview—Nancy Rhodes
Author Interview—Roxy Eloise
This has been a crazy winter! We’ve been swimming from one atmospheric river to the next here in the San Francisco Bay area, the Sierras are buried under many feet of snow, and it’s flooding all over the place. From what I hear, other parts of the country have also been suffering from a moody … Continue reading Author Interview—Roxy Eloise
Author Interview—Sally Handley
After my last blog post I was pleased to hear from multiple authors who want to be interviewed this year. I’ve got some great authors lined up, but there’s still room in the schedule if you or someone you know would like to be interviewed. This week you’ll get to know Sally Handley, author of … Continue reading Author Interview—Sally Handley
An Invitation For Authors—Get Interviewed On My Blog
Happy New Year! Hopefully you all enjoyed the holidays and your year is off to a great start. California has been inundated with rain, wind, and flooding, with rain forecasted for at least the next week. We were happy to get rain after years of drought, but the soil is now so saturated that distressed … Continue reading An Invitation For Authors—Get Interviewed On My Blog
Family Holidays and Author Interviews
Heidi and Bodie Family Christmas brunch with Gray, Ryan, Dan, Polly, and Merle Jean The Holidays We had a great holiday with family at our annual Christmas brunch. Both our moms came, as well as my brother, Gray, who was visiting from Minnesota, and Dan’s youngest son, Ryan. Since Dan’s mom, Polly, will be 98 … Continue reading Family Holidays and Author Interviews
Author Interview—S.A. Snyder
Brrrr, it’s cold in Martinez! As I’m writing this, the high is only going to be forty-three degrees today, which is colder than usual. I know I shouldn’t complain—I grew up in Minnesota, so I know what really cold weather is like. When I was a teenager, I remember going out when it was sixty … Continue reading Author Interview—S.A. Snyder
Author Interview—Michael Black
This is a busy time of year for many people, with holiday preparations well under way. Our Christmas tree is up and the house is decorated, and I’m planning my traditional Christmas Day brunch with family—that is, the limited family that still lives in this area. Most of our family lives far away. Although cooking … Continue reading Author Interview—Michael Black
Author Interview—Raluca Barbu
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