You would be surprised how many times people ask me that question. Well, maybe you aren’t surprised. Maybe you would ask it yourself because you are curious how an author decides what to write about. Fair enough. But it surprises me because…why wouldn’t I? Ellis Island is iconic. Immigrants to the island passed by The…
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My Pet Peeve About Other Writers
This Embarrasses Me About Other Writers It’s gotten to the point that I can’t ignore it. One of these days I just might say something, but so far I haven’t figured out how to say it. So for now, I’ll just explain here on my blog.[bctt tweet=”Find out what I dislike about some fellow authors….
Still Here!
Yes, I am. The Life of a Writer I like blogging. I know some writers dread it, but for me, it’s a way to communicate directly with readers. It takes a looooong time to publish a book. A blog lets me publish something sooner. And I get to write about anything, although on this blog…
Our Ancestors’ Memories
This Book Made Me Think I just finished The Winter Sea by Susanna Kearsley. Actually, I listened to an audiobook that was titled Sophia’s Secret, because it was later retitled. It’s the same book. A novelist gets caught up in her fictional world. That’s not unusual, believe me. But in this story these are her…
The Journey to Bring Readers Sofia’s Tune
A Canceled Book Contract It happens far more often in the publishing industry than you might think. At first I was crushed, but it happened a few years ago and I’ve recovered. 😉 It was a business decision, but one that I felt was unfair to readers who liked the series and wanted to see…
10 Irish Books: Reading Your Way Through St. Patrick’s Day
[bctt tweet=”10 Irish Books for St. Patrick’s Day!”] About St. Patrick There are many history books and some fiction choices. If you really want to know the man, start with his writings. Two exist: St. Patrick’s Confession and his Letters to the Soldiers of Coroticus. The letter is shorter and meant as an excommunication for…
You Can Have a Say in What Gets Published
It’s a new world in publishing! No longer must readers complain that the books they’d like to read aren’t being published. Or music, for that matter. You can help bring the creative works you are interested in to life through crowd funding. Publishing Involves Financial Risks Some people blame traditional publishers, thinking they have tons…
I Need Your Help
Bringing You Sofia’s Tune As many of you know, I’ve been working on book 3 of the Ellis Island series and I’m going to be publishing it myself. I haven’t given up on traditional publishing but I am becoming what is referred to as a “hybrid” author–some of each. I like the way Sofia’s Tune…
Ireland’s Connection to Valentine’s Day
[bctt tweet=”Discover the Irish connection to Valentine’s Day #StValentinesDay”] The Irish St. Valentine Connection This post originally appeared on my blog, Celtic Voices. A Victorian ValentineHappy St. Valentine’s Day!You’ve probably read on other blogs that there were at least three martyred saints named Valentine, one of which is said to have died on February 14, thus the…
A Happy St. Brigid’s Day Giveaway!
It’s St. Brigid’s Day! I hope this day will find you reflecting on the generosity of this Irish saint known to us from legends and stories. Did you know Brigid is one of three patron saints of Ireland? The History There is much that is known and much that is speculated about St. Brigid. I’ve…
