Excitement is building here in the Klassenland. Only 3 weeks until the launch of my new book, The Secret of Pembrooke Park. Local readers are invited to join me on 12/1 at 7:00 p.m. for a launch party at my local bookstore (Har Mar B & N, Roseville, MN). The Kindle version releases even earlier on 11/25. I just received my printed copies. Look how thick this baby is! My longest book yet … [Read more...]
Are You Taking Time to Smell the Roses?
“Writing is a way to escape from the hard realities of life,” my stylist said as she lifted a long strand of my hair and snipped. “Really, when I write, I feel like I’m getting a break.” “I can completely relate.” I held my head still even though I wanted to jump up and down and nod in agreement. “My husband just doesn’t get it.” Her fingers and the scissors danced around my head. “But after … [Read more...]
Heaven’s Strain | Guest Interview & Giveaway
Ever have people in your life who you just look at and think, "No way can they really be that sweet." Well, that's how I feel about friend and fellow author Sunni Jeffers, and I'm excited she's with us today. So let's get started! A quick heads up: She's giving away a copy of her brand new book, Heaven's Strain, on the blog today, so be sure and enter to win. Details below. But first, … [Read more...]
Critics don’t always have the last word
Are you a creative? Or struggling to find your niche? History is rife with stories such as Albert Bierstadt's (below), but I always love happening across them. When I was writing my Colorado Territory fiction, I had images of Bierstadt's paintings scrolling by on my second monitor. So inspiring. His story… Albert Bierstadt (1830-1902), was a member of the … [Read more...]
A Rewarding Experience…
The annual American Christian Fiction Writers conference was a month ago and a few others have already posted about their experiences. But two nights ago, at the monthly meeting of the Minnesota chapter of ACFW, a panel of 6 of us shared conference highlights with those who weren’t able to attend this year. So, since it’s top of mind for me again, I thought I would share a few of my highlights … [Read more...]
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