I’m like an old dog—loyal to a fault when it comes to those I like, love and respect. I’ll fight to the finish for them and support them the distance. Same way with my characters. Of course, some characters I like better than others, and some I grow to admire as they develop into more likeable “people”—like Patrick for example. But how can anyone not adore Faith? So therefore, I’d like for her to stick around awhile longer, which is why she will join us in the third book, not as the main character, but her role will be significant. [Read more…] about Faith to Return in Book 3
1000 Places to See Before I Die
Settings are the easiest for me to describe in my books because I try to weave in places I have actually visited and studied. Using them in my writing allows me to mentally visit them again and again and relive my experiences. Hopefully, you are traveling with me in both Keeping Faith and Promises Kept. [Read more…] about 1000 Places to See Before I Die
Patrick Needed a Clean Slate
Warning: If you haven’t finished reading Keeping Faith yet, this blog reveals an event later in the book that you might rather not know yet. In that case, stop right here, bookmark this blog and come back to it later. [Read more…] about Patrick Needed a Clean Slate
Curious and Observant
As I have noted before, blogging is time-consuming for me. Maybe it isn’t for some, but that’s not the case for me because I want to write about more than just what I am doing day to day like in Julie and Julia. I must admit, however, that I did enjoy the movie, and I often wish I could be as brief and succinct as Julie when I blog. [Read more…] about Curious and Observant
Happy Mother’s Day to Alice
Yesterday being Mother’s Day was a special occasion for many, but like other specific days, they are often bittersweet, and for various reasons. Those of us who have had wonderful mothers who have passed away usually have a lump in our throats for most of the day. And it’s also not easy for those women who always wanted children and were not able to or things simply didn’t work out where this was possible. (Don’t worry, I’m not complaining). [Read more…] about Happy Mother’s Day to Alice
Virtual Blog Tour Starts Today
Hopefully, you read the guest post about a month ago by Chris Cobb, who has not only become a friend, but who has served as my agent and publicist since this book endeavor began. Actually, it was Chris who encouraged me to persevere when I became discouraged and frustrated by the book publishing challenge. [Read more…] about Virtual Blog Tour Starts Today