There are two things I want to do in this blog today. I want to talk to you about the overlooked areas of service. And then I want to open up and share something from my personal writing journey that most readers wouldn't know about. I hope you'll walk away feeling encouraged about your own place… Continue reading The Silent Servant
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Fiction Diner: Roasted Broccoli
This was another recipe I had found on Pinterest countless times. I'm a major broccoli fan, so I knew I had to try it. Sadly roasted broccoli wasn't my favorite way to eat broccoli. I love roasted potatoes, but I prefer my broccoli either raw or boiled. But give them a try! You may enjoy… Continue reading Fiction Diner: Roasted Broccoli
Book Review: All’s Fair in Love and Cupcakes
Kat Varland has had enough of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. At twenty-six years old, Kat is still living in the shadows of her family in Bayou Bend, Louisiana. Still working shifts at her Aunt Maggie’s bakery. Still wondering what to do with her passion for baking and her business degree. And still single. But when… Continue reading Book Review: All’s Fair in Love and Cupcakes
Book Review: The Pony Express Romance Collection
Nine historical romances revive the brief era of the Pony Express. Join the race from Missouri, across the plains and mountains to California and back again as brave Pony Express riders and their supporters along the route work to get mail across country in just ten days. It is an outstanding task in the years… Continue reading Book Review: The Pony Express Romance Collection
Celebrating History: The 152nd Anniversary of Lee’s Surrender to Grant
This is probably my favorite moment in American history. I never cease to be fascinated by the men involved and their attitudes and actions. Some were expected, but many surprised me. Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses S. Grant on April 9th, 1865, bringing the beginning of the end of the Civil War a reality. The… Continue reading Celebrating History: The 152nd Anniversary of Lee’s Surrender to Grant
Experiencing History Blog Series: Reliving the End of the Civil War, Moment by Moment
I had written a blog series during the 150th anniversary of the surrender, paying close attention to the historical timeline of events as they played out. The series starts days before the surrender, allowing you to see what was happening, as well as the letters exchanged between generals, as Lee and Grant were moving in… Continue reading Experiencing History Blog Series: Reliving the End of the Civil War, Moment by Moment
Fiction Diner: Bell Pepper Eggs-in-a-Hole
I ran across these on Pinterest and just had to give them a try. I even have a couple of tips for you. I give them 10 stars because they are simple, delicious, and fun. These are as simple as they look. No long list of ingredients or tedious directions to follow. Select fresh bell… Continue reading Fiction Diner: Bell Pepper Eggs-in-a-Hole
Book Review: The Illusionist’s Apprentice by Kristy Cambron
Harry Houdini's one-time apprentice holds fantastic secrets about the greatest illusionist in the world. But someone wants to claim them . . . or silence her before she can reveal them on her own. Boston, 1926. Jenny "Wren" Lockhart is a bold eccentric--even for a female vaudevillian. As notorious for her inherited wealth and gentleman's… Continue reading Book Review: The Illusionist’s Apprentice by Kristy Cambron
What your favorite Indie Author REALLY wants to write in place of the blurb
After spending so much time perfecting the novel, the indie author must then perfect the most important sales pitch: the blurb. Readers have little clue, if any, as to how difficult and stressful this stage really is. Here's what your favorite--weary--author secretly wants to write in place of the blurb: "Something exciting happens in this… Continue reading What your favorite Indie Author REALLY wants to write in place of the blurb
Book Review: The One True Love of Alice-Ann by Eva Marie Everson
Living in rural Georgia in 1941, sixteen-year-old Alice-Ann has her heart set on her brother’s friend Mack; despite their five-year age gap, Alice-Ann knows she can make Mack see her for the woman she’ll become. But when they receive news of the attack on Pearl Harbor and Mack decides to enlist, Alice-Ann realizes she must… Continue reading Book Review: The One True Love of Alice-Ann by Eva Marie Everson
Christian Author: A.M. Heath 