Trolls Welcome
Had another “first” in the author-realm—my first comment from an internet troll. Never heard of the person, the comment was malicious and not even related to the article. Deleted it.
MAN, that felt good.
It Happened!
This was one of those landmarks I didn’t anticipate on this weird and wild journey of author-dom. So far, all my favorable reviews have come from family and friends who, admittedly, have a bit of pressure on them to say good things about THE FALL. But yesterday, I walked in to Starbucks and was introduced […]
Coming Soon to a Barnes & Noble Near You…
Just found out from the awesome Events Coordinator at our local Barnes and Noble, Lori Christian, that THE FALL will soon be available in their store!!
Thank You Starbucks for the Office Space Partay!!
Where: Starbucks at Seco and Copper Hill intersection in Santa Clarita Valley, CA When: Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2011 7 p.m. to when-they-kick-us-out-p.m. What: A “Thank You for the Office Space” Partay! Who: YOU! Join us for yummy drinks, fun, a possible live reading from THE FALL (if you beg me big-time) Possible Live Music (if […]
A Stinkin’ Awesome Review
What follows is a cut-‘n-paste off Amazon of an incredible review from a highly eloquent, avid-reader friend. Spoiler alert (not that I expect it to stop ya): several plot points revealed. ************************ 5.0 out of 5 stars Exquisite and horrifying…. not your parents’ Sunday school story, October 28, 2011 By Bonnie M. Traylor (Southern California) […]
Book Launch! The Rapha Chronicles, Book 1: THE FALL!
Ode to an Old Barn
http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images?_adv_prop=image&sz=all&va=old+barns What is it about barns, especially old, run down, paint-gone, forsaken ones? Why, when I’m in the middle of too-much, too-loud, too-busy, do I long for an old, quiet, isolated, musty barn in a huge, painful way? Photo by Alon Eshel Is it because they seem like a beloved grandparent with enough time, focus […]
High Praise Indeed!
In my five-plus years of writing at my neighborhood Starbucks in the wee morning hours, the most consistent presence has been Ray. Daily he will strut through around 6:30 a.m. with a large coffee and ice water, toss out a nonchalant greeting and witty comment, then off he goes.
Surprise Benefits of a Capsized Dream
A year ago September, I caught sea-fever. Big time. A beautiful ceremony for departed loved ones in the Santa Barbara Bay left me with a driving passion to sail around the world!Our family after the amazing memorial to my hubby’s brother, Mike, and mom, Carol Always one to explore, I headed down into the living […]
Children of the Nations International
An incredible organization doing miracles through ordinary people who serve an extraordinary God. Check out this video–(but be warned, ya might want to clear the room of little kids before viewing) I’m so honored to bring the vision of COTNI to you. Go to their site. Learn more. Pray. Thank you. In Christ, Chana Chana […]