Can you believe they….?

Can you believe they….?

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...
How Patrick Swayze Ruined Me

How Patrick Swayze Ruined Me

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...
New year, new adventure

New year, new adventure

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...
Rejection

Rejection

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...
Ch-ch-change

Ch-ch-change

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...