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NaNoWriMo Prep
It's almost time for the great writer sojourn that is National Novel Writing Month. The goal is to write 50K words in one month resulting in the first draft of…
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Twitter Fun
I've been having so much fun on Twitter. I've met fellow writers, interacted with avid readers, read useful blogs and articles, entered contests and shared my personal experiences as a…
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Cover Reveal for Angeline Trevena’s The Bottle Stopper
Typically, I recommend a book at the end of my blog to share the joy I have found in reading. Today, I have the great opportunity to introduce you to…
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Beta Reading Experience for Future Beta Readers
I completed my first turn at beta reading a complete manuscript. I can verify, without a doubt, that I do NOT want to be an editor. (Read more at my previous…
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Author Platform
I have been busy these last few days trying to get my professional Facebook page up and running. Success! I added the link to this website. I knew I could do it…
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USS Lexington Live Aboard and Morning at the Texas State Aquarium
If you are looking for a fun and easy-to-plan weekend trip from Houston, I recommend spending the night on the USS Lexington in Corpus Christi. Last weekend, troop 13405 traveled…
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Family, the Glue to Hold it Together
I have a Fitbit. The lowest end, free with my phone version. Nevertheless, a Fitbit. I compete with my friends to see who has the most steps and what-not. It's…
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The Balancing Act: Family, House, Career
The last three weeks have been emotionally and physically straining. We failed the dog we rescued from under a bridge in Tomball. She loved to cuddle with humans, but she…
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Revising Attempt Number One
I sit at the desk in a Hilton Garden Inn staring at the cell phone box which perfectly fit all 535 pages of the printed first draft of Tarbin's True Heir.…
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Celebrating Gold Award Winner Demi
I was privileged to be present when one of my Girl Scouts, Demi, was honored for earning her Gold Award. Less than one percent of all Girl Scouts earn this…