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Book News & Second Chances

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I am both humbled and gratified to announce the upcoming release of a revised and updated Tenth Anniversary Edition of the novel, Lady Maybe. This is a novel that caused a bit of controversy and earned negative reviews from some readers while others (still) claim it as their favorite novel. It’s hard to believe it will soon be ten years since the book’s original release. Though in some ways, … [Read more...]

Happy October!

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October may mean fall color and falling leaves for some, but for me it will always mean the end of the long, hot summer--and the busiest time of hurricane season. As I'm typing this, it's been two days since Hurricane Helene roared up from the Gulf of Mexico and created havoc throughout the south. We were fortunate--and blessed--at our house, because the creek didn't rise and my wooden house … [Read more...]

A Chance to Win an Early Copy

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I hoped I would be the first to post that picture of me "nabbing" Karen during the Faith, Hope & Love Christian Writers conference, but our posting days being what they are, she got to share before I could. Like Karen, I had a wonderful time in Phoenix, and while I have quite a few photos from the weekend, that one will remain my favorite. We laughed so hard. There is something about being … [Read more...]

Faith, Hope, & Love (and a giveaway)

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This past weekend proved to be a wonderful time of fellowship, learning, and mental and spiritual renewal. Writers need to get out of their offices every now and again, and a writer's conference is a great excuse to do so. Nearly 100 of us gathered in Phoenix for the Faith, Hope, and Love Christian Writers Conference. The picture above was taken on the first night when our very own Dani Pettrey … [Read more...]

Average Joe

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We talk a lot about story on this blog because we are novelists. But some of the best stories play out in real life. And we all love those, too, don’t we?  The movie Average Joe arrives in theaters on October 11. My husband and I have been privileged to be part of this real story that happened to real people. Let me share a bit about it, then I’ll share the trailer.  Going on ten … [Read more...]

Fall Feelings! (+ a $25 Starbucks card giveaway)

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I'm delighted to introduce you to Kelly D. Scott! I've been meeting with a small group of writers here in Dallas for years and Kelly has been a member of that circle since the beginning. Fall is my favorite season and so I think it's wonderful that she's joined forces with several other authors to release a FREE ebook collection of romantic fall stories. Be sure to grab a copy of the collection … [Read more...]

For the Love of Travel

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I’m preparing to head off for a season of travel through mid-December. I'll be taking one trip per month, and while it’s a lot of travel for me, I’m so excited about it. I love to travel, see new places, visit with friends, and gather with writers. This quote is one of my favorites.  I believe the more we travel, the more we experience, and it broadens our horizons. Anything that … [Read more...]

Writer Retreat & Events

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Last week, I rode with sister-Minnesota writer Erica Vetsch to Southwestern Missouri at the invitation of author-friend Michelle Griep. Together the three of us brainstormed, wrote, commiserated, and caught up on each other’s lives. And ate. A lot. Michelle is an amazing hostess who spoiled us rotten. That 9-hour drive was definitely worth it! We also did two speaking events while we were … [Read more...]

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