Writing with Butterflies

Until very recently, I hadn’t given myself permission to write lyrically. I tend to strip my prose bare, even though I write to an internal metronomic beat. In the interests of constantly trying to improve my writing, I’ve begun exploring areas I...

Email Arrrgh!

For the past couple of days, I’ve been having email problems. I thought they were finally straightened out, but apparently not. Update! I think my email woes have been resolved!Perhaps because of the email problem, I’ve had a very good writing day, so...

Anything to avoid housework

Today I’m working on a new blurb for my latest book. I use it for submitting, as a hook for my synopsis, and should it sell, as the blurb I send out to reviewers and the public. If you haven’t tried my interactive pitch generator, click here. After...

Lady Peas Make My Heart Sing

Today was gardening day!Our vegetable garden is approximately 7 feet wide and 12 feet long. Hubby John began turning the soil, then handed off to Ian. Once the soil was prepared, John and Ian planted 3 pepper plants and 6 tomato plants — of multiple varieties....

Happiness Is . . .

I’ve been having a fabulous time this week because I’ve been reading/critiquing manuscripts from various friends.The first one, an incredible Medieval by Denise Lynn, is a total powerhouse. She’s such a talented author! Check out her current book,...