Did you know that July 12 is National Different Colored Eyes Day? When I discovered this holiday a short time ago, I knew I had to do something to celebrate in honor of my latest heroine, Evangeline, who happens to have heterochromia - two different colored eyes. I wanted to do something fun and easy, so I came up with a photo contest. Photo Contest Guidelines: Take a picture of … [Read more...]
A Christmas Recipe
I don't do a lot of holiday baking, but there are certain family favorites that make an appearance every year. Last week, I made a batch of shortbread cookies in miniature Christmas shapes for my publishing team and sent those off with some dark chocolate hot cocoa for my chilly Minnesota compatriots. This week, I'm making my chocolate peanut butter krispy treats. 4 out of 5 Witemeyers agree … [Read more...]
Cover Reveal
Not long ago, Becky Wade revealed her wonderful new cover here on this blog. And since Becky and I have books releasing about the same time next year, I thought it would be fun to follow in her footsteps. This cover design takes me in a slightly different direction than most of my previous covers. My covers have been known for creating a scene, as if someone had taken a snapshot from a page in … [Read more...]
My Summer Watch List
I admit it. I enjoy watching television. My husband and I unwind almost every evening with a show or two previously recorded on the Tivo while we sit in our recliners--he with his computer in his lap, me with my cross-stitch. It's relaxing, entertaining, and helps maintain my creative well. The only problem is that there are some shows I enjoy that Wes refuses to watch. So my compromise is to … [Read more...]
Help Me Find a Title for My Next Book
A couple weeks ago, my editor gave me the head's up that it's time to start putting together ideas for cover art, blurbs, and titles for my current work in progress. And since I know our readers have some of the most creative minds in the business, I figured this would be a great place to tap into a well of creativity. So here you go . . . I'll give you the back cover blurb, a few of my … [Read more...]