My parents were experts in delivering a magical holiday season for my sisters and me. We didn’t have much, but that didn’t matter. Mom and Dad created Christmas mornings I will never forget. From a tree decorated with our arts and crafts and a small selection of blown-glass ornaments to hand-crafted gifts Dad made in […]
fiction
I had the pleasure of interviewing Donna Scuvotti, author of mystery thrillers, Just Jonathan, Deadly Vendetta, and the upcoming Black Sheep. Donna shares insights into her writing life, inspirations, and upcoming release. A self-proclaimed pantser, she lets her imagination guide her stories, often finding her best ideas while walking her dogs or cooking. Inspired by
Indie Author Chat with Thriller Writer Donna Scuvotti Read More »
Romance author Tam DeRudder Jackson is another indie author I would love to meet. She’s been added to my cocktail party list because she’ll keep the conversation flowing, chatting about her many and varied interests. With a passion for Celtic mythology, a deep love of rock music, and a talent for weaving steamy, adventurous romances,
Indie Author Chat with Tam DeRudder Jackson Read More »
May snuck up like a stalker and when I say that, I know what I’m talking about. I’ve had two. Both in the distant past in a land far, far away. Where the heck has time gone? It seems like I was packing up the Christmas decorations just a few weeks ago, but here we
May snuck up like a stalker… Read More »
Can you believe December is here? I sure can’t! But here’s my December newsletter with bits and pieces I cobbled together amidst the craziness. 😆 I hope the Christmas 🎄 rush is being kind to you. My shopping 🛍️ is done and decorating has started. Now, I just have to get to wrapping, and if
December 2023 Newsletter Read More »
I’ve read several articles about mystery/thriller/crime tropes that have become cliche. How many have I used in my Marnie Reilly Mysteries series? Alleged Cliche Mystery/Thriller/Crime Tropes How did I do? Five out of ten isn’t terrible. I mean, it’s a MYSTERY series. There have to be some of the genre tropes in my books. At
CLICHÉ Mystery/Thriller/Crime Tropes—How Many Have I Used? Read More »
It’s a Christmas in July Book Giveaway! Five fabulous #IndieAuthors have created one awesome prize!
Christmas in July Giveaway! Only on Instagram! Read More »
Divine Guidance Second Edition for Kindle Unlimited is on the way!
Divine Guidance Second Edition Coming Soon Read More »
There is a group of wonderful writers on Instagram who put together a writing challenge every few months. The February 2022 #RockTheTurvy challenge was too good to pass up. I am in!
#ROCKTHETURVY Writing Challenge! Read More »
Divine Guidance and Torn Veil have received some excellent plugs from the writing community recently. It’s quite exciting when my peers have nice things to say about my books.
Divine Guidance and Torn Veil – Reviews from the Writing Community Read More »









