Tomorrow we’ll put 2013 to rest. It’s hard to believe that in a few short hours, it will be 2014. How has this year been for you? It’s been a mix of triumphs and challenges here which I suppose is a sign that I’m still in the game! I do like to reflect on the past, if just for a …
Putting on the Ritz with a High Tea
Awhile back, Kathy Patrick of the Pulpwood Queens Book Club invited me to come to Jefferson, TX to do an event for her church youth group. I didn’t have to think twice before I said yes! It was a sweet, sweet evening . . . and great fun to be back in Jefferson. The FUMC ladies and Pulpwood Queens of …
Sweet Dreams Giveaway Winner and More Ops for You!
THANK YOU all for your interest in Sweet Dreams and in the giveaway celebrating the release! In all, there were 92 eligible entries – many of you adding to your chances by tweeting, posting on FB, and/or putting up a review. You blessed me more than you know! And the winner is . . . . ELISABETH – With her …
Pulpwood Queens – More than just a “Big Hair” Ball
It’s been two weeks since I returned from the Pulpwood Queens’ Girlfriend Weekend in Jefferson, Texas. Much has been written already about this fun, inspiring weekend. Pictures have been posted for all the world to see. Is there really anything I can add? I can only try. First of all, I feel incredibly blessed to have been part of such …
STARDUST Retro Giveaway
I know I promised to announce the giveaway on Thursday. In my defense, I started it on Thursday, but there simply aren’t enough hours in the day. Which is what I’m sure our grandmothers must have thought when they worked from sunup until sundown. Okay, maybe not all of your grandmothers, but I know mine certainly did. One thing I …
STARDUST Book Video
In three short weeks, STARDUST will release. I can’t wait for y’all to read it! Everything about this book has been pure delight – from the research trip to East Texas to letting the characters dance onto the pages to seeing the cover my publisher created to holding the first hot-off-the press copy in my hands. It’s a feeling I …
A Time to Play
I’m always a little flummoxed when it comes time to share about the Pulpwood Queens Girlfriend Weekend. So many emotions intertwine over the course of three days that it’s difficult to sum it up in a few words. With this year’s circus theme, though, every time my mind drifts back to that little town in East Texas, I can’t help …
I’m running away with the circus!
The lure of the bigtop awaits. The lights! The colors! The carny barkers and wild animal acts. The strange. The beautiful. The magnificent. I’m so excited I’m about to pop! THE GREATEST BOOK SHOW ON EARTH in Jefferson, Texas kicks off tomorrow with the Clown Alley Author Dinner. The annual Pulpwood Queens Girlfriend Weekend is hosted by Kathy Patrick – …