Writing Craft: Finding Your Author Voice
Voice seems to be one of those elusive things I have encountered as an aspiring author. What is it? How do you know what your voice is? How do you know if it is unique? Until recently, I just avoided the whole issue because it seemed so convoluted. But the day...
Author Interview: Betty Owens
I have had the blessing of meeting many wonderful authors through American Christian Fiction Writers, and Betty Owens is one of them. I met her at my very first writer's group meeting and have been in awe of her ever since. Today, I am grateful to get to introduce...
Author Interview: Harriet Michael
This week I would like to introduce you to nonfiction and fiction author, Harriet Michael. I have had the privilege of getting to know Harriet through my ACFW Writer's Group. Harriet is a wonderful woman who gives me the inspiration to keep on going. About Harriet...
Interview with Monica Mynk, Author and Speaker
Last week you read my review of new-to-me author Monica Mynk's book, The Billboard Bride. If you haven't read it, I suggest you do. It was a cute story with lots of humor. Today, Monica has graciously agreed to be interviewed. Monica Mynk is a wife, mother, and...
The Billboard Bride by Monica Mynk
The Billboard Bride by Monica Mynk Monica Mynk was a new to me author who delighted me with her humor and Kentucky girl antics. The Billboard Bride is the story of a stubborn bride and an ex-pro baseball player who takes care of the crazy girl determined...
Catching a Counterfeiter – The Other Side
This week I am wrapping up my Secret Service series with a look at the other side, counterfeiting in the late 1800's. While there is a lot more information to share, I just broke the counterfeiting scheme down to five basic steps with tidbits of extra information....
A Season to Dance by Patricia Beal
A Season to Dance by Patricia Beal The day has finally arrived, the day I can share with you about Patricia Beal's debut novel, A Season to Dance. Ana dreams of dancing on stage at the Met in New York, and with plans to marry Peter and join the Atlanta Ballet...
TBT: Secret Service Dictionary and Fun Facts
Just as any career has its own jargon, so did the counterfeiting world and the Secret Service. Below are a few of the most important terms to know. Below that are a few fun facts about the Secret Service. Secret Service and Counterfeiting Dictionary Boodle –...
Terrific Book Tuesday: The Patriot and the Loyalist by Angela Couch
The Patriot and the Loyalist by Angela Couch
In a time when loyalties are questioned, rebellion to the Crown punished, and families divided, can love be true? Or is love just a deceptive weapon used by the enemy?
TBT: To Catch a Counterfeiter – Pt 3 – Working Undercover
Catching a counterfeiter required subtle ingenuity, incessant vigilance, and unflagging energy . Do you have what it takes? Find out in part 3 of this series.