Boom. Done.

Did you ever develop a catchphrase that you don’t know where it came from? “Boom. Done.” happens to be mine. It comes about when I have to belabor over a decision either by myself or with someone else. Like me and my hubby or me and a coworker (or, my hubby and I and my [...]

Protecting Yourself From Negative People

As a Christian, one of the things I struggle with is when you try and work things out with someone when they refuse to meet you any part of the way (let alone half.) What’s worse, these people take the things you do and twist it, or outright lie about it, and then tell others [...]

Tales From a Staycation

I’ve spoken (probably too much) that in the last couple years I haven’t taken much time off. I think the reason I stress that is because so many people think you have loads of time when you’re a writer.

It’s the Little Things

Sometimes it’s the small things in life that you can count on that make you most happy. This is one of mine.

Thoughts on Writing

I used to post here whenever I had something to say that was related to writing. Now, I’ve sort of moved all my writing thoughts over to the Working Writers blog.

Get My Newsletter?

I took a break from writing my newsletter for a few months until I decided what I wanted to do with it. I was writing it every month, and I think that got a little overwhelming for people. Instead, I’m going to do it quarterly, and I just sent out my first one.

SE Wisconsin Book Festival

I’m pretty much new to book festivals, so I wasn’t sure what to expect with the Southeastern Wisconsin Book Festival. But a few writer friends asked me if I wanted to pitch in for a table, I said “sure!” I was glad I did.

What I Learned From Brandilyn Collins

I recently got a chance to meet Brandilyn Collins at a dinner at book signing, and have to say how very impressed I was with her. I couldn’t help noticing a few things she did that would be helpful to other writers.

Patience is a Publishing Virtue

As we round out 2010, I can’t help but to think of some of my goals. Even if you’re not a “resolution” type of person, I think the end of the year naturally brings with it some time for reflection.

How I Spend Black Friday

Some people love Black Friday. They can’t wait to get up at the crack of dawn (or earlier) and storm a store in order to find deals.

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