Writers spend a lot of time staring at a computer screen. Waaaaaaay too much time. We research on the internet, we write, we edit, we network, and then we write some more. It’s good for us to get out in the sunlight once in awhile. This week, I’ve traveled from my home in Oregon up … Read More
What’s the only thing worse than being a divorced woman in 1831? How about being a twice-divorced woman? Delia Parr explores this intriguing plot line in her newest novel, Hidden Affections. After being scammed and then divorced by one man, Anabelle Tyler seeks a fresh start only to be forced into a marriage with an … Read More
Many friends have asked why I haven’t said much about my books lately. Part of that is intentional–now that I am working with an agent and am negotiating with publishing houses, I know professional eyes are watching. There’s nothing like knowing people are observing you to make you want to be (at least pretend to … Read More
I am a goal setter. I make plans. I have dreams. I also have pets. Pets are natural plan interrupters. Goal-re-setters. My cats and foster puppy can’t seem to understand the concept of working on a laptop. They think laps are meant for them. Why do humans need a laptop when they have a perfectly … Read More
From the moment I picked up my 11-year-old son from school, I knew something was up. “I’ve got to find my 3-DS,” he panted. “They’re doing a special internet update at 6 o’clock!” After a frenzied search of his room, and a little help from the dog (“find it girl!”), the game system was located. … Read More
Writing historical fiction can be challenging. How do you write a scene in a prohibition-era soda fountain (for my up-coming novel, Mistaken) if you’ve never tried a cherry phosphate and can’t even imagine why anyone would order something called an “egg cream?” The answer? A road trip that involved consuming more calories than anyone should–all in the … Read More
Today’s book pick needs to be in the hands of every Christian teenage girl and every young single woman–it is the book that I wish I’d had back when I was single. Praying for Your Future Husband: Preparing Your Heart for His by Robin Jones Gunn and Tricia Goyer is a remarkable mixture of pragmatic advice, heart-gripping personal … Read More
It’s a gorgeous day here in the Pacific Northwest–the kind that makes me long for one of two things: a road trip or an afternoon sitting in the sun with a good novel. Today’s book pick fulfills both of those dreams. Author Sherry Kyle has served up a delightful story with her debut novel, Delivered … Read More
My family has taken in a foster puppy while her owner is recovering from some health problems. My husband has been wanting a dachshund for a while and my kids were eager to have a dog, but I wasn’t so sure. I’ve got a soft spot for all animals, but I’ve always thought of myself … Read More
This coming Saturday, I am speaking at our church’s annual mother’s day tea and I am very excited about it. I know–I should be nervous. Anyone who knows me probably figures that I am terrified. But for once–in a very out-of-character fashion–I am not nervous. Maybe it will hit me in a few days. Maybe … Read More