by Maggie Preston | Jan 31, 2022 | Uncategorized
When I first came out of hiding about my writing, I was amazed to find the most supportive group of people in a local writer’s group. They were willing to share. Everything. Their knowledge. Their feedback. Their advice. Their advance numbers and sell-throughs...
by Maggie Preston | Jan 15, 2022 | Uncategorized
I remember when the movie Dirty Dancing came out in theaters. I was in college, still recovering from a heartbreak, still holding out hope that someone would look at me like Johnny Castle looked at Baby Houseman. Or later how Sam Wheat looked at Molly Jensen, whether...
by Maggie Preston | Dec 31, 2021 | Uncategorized
I’m writing this by the light of the Christmas tree. It’ll come down tomorrow so I’m enjoying one last night in the magical glow of twinkle lights and 25+ years of ornaments crowded onto pine boughs. When my daughter was little and it was time for...
by Maggie Preston | Dec 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
In terms of writing, I’ve had an incredible year. I finished two books and published one plus two short stories. I put together a boxed set for my series. I’m 45K into my new book, which is in a completely new genre for me. When I think back to the years...
by Maggie Preston | Nov 30, 2021 | Uncategorized
I’m not good with change. I’m the first to admit it. I like order and routine, familiarity. It’s strange though. I grew up with all of those things and couldn’t wait to shake them off. My life has been about constant change the last two...