Reading is usually a solitary endeavor. However, there is something special about sharing the experience with a friend. Being able to talk about favorite characters, debating plot twists, crying together over the sad moments, and celebrating the triumphs is a rare joy. As wonderful as books are for individuals, they can be even better when shared. That is why I wanted to try something a little … [Read more...]
Happy 4th of July!
Second only to fireworks and flags, the things I most associate with the 4th of July holiday are cookouts and family. Burgers and dogs on the grill, homemade ice cream, cookies, apple pie. And biscuits. Honey-glazed biscuits, to be precise. Biscuits? That's not an item usually found at the family cookout. Perhaps not, but if a 19th century baker was given the opportunity to sponsor a 4th of … [Read more...]
The Strength of a Small Town
Honey Grove, TX boasts a population of a little over 1600 people. What they lack in numbers, however, they more than make up for in community spirit. This became abundantly clear to me this past Saturday when they graciously hosted me for my official book launch of More Than Words Can Say. Honey Grove is the setting for Zach and Abby's story in More Than Words Can Say, and after finding a … [Read more...]
Book Launch in my Book’s Setting
This is release week! Hooray! Zach and Abigail's story is finally out in the wide world! Abigail Kemp needs a man's name on the deed to save her bakery. Zacharias Hamilton is finally free of his responsibilities as head of the Hamilton clan now that his adoptive siblings are wed, and he wants nothing more than to be left alone to focus on his own dreams for once. Yet the same reluctant drive … [Read more...]
The Quilting Barn
On Saturday May 4, I had the honor of joining NYT Bestselling author Jodi Thomas and four other authors from the Lubbock area at a fundraising dinner to benefit literacy. The event took place out in the country at The Red Barn, a wonderful retreat center and quilting barn. I got there a bit early and had the chance to walk around and drool over all the gorgeous quilts on display. The Red Barn … [Read more...]
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