When I was contacted to write this book, the Yangtze River Dolphin was a highly endangered species. By the time I started researching the book, however, experts had already determined that by all likelihood this dolphin was already extinct. 🙁 To be … Continued
In January 2011, I wrote two recipe books and this was one of them the other is here. Many of these recipes are family favorites. I grew up in the West/Southwest and have a mom who loves to cook and bake. … Continued
In January 2011, I wrote two recipe books and this was one of them. The other is here. Many of these recipes are family favorites. I grew up in the West/Southwest and have a mom who loves to cook and … Continued
From Children’s Literature. Click the picture to read the review.
I subscribe to the History Channel’s daily emails. This came through today announcing a new exhibit in the National Archives. Looks interesting. You can check out some of the exhibit online if you can’t make it to DC. http://www.archives.gov/exhibits/civil-war/
In honor of Flag Day today, here’s a patriotic puzzle I wrote. And, some fun facts I found below. Enjoy! Why do we celebrate Flag Day on June 14th? It’s the birthday of the United States flag. It’s on this … Continued
My latest puzzle publication. Found in the Friend June 2010, page 43
Attending a writer’s workshop is a great way to boost your writing career (or hobby). I have attended four writing workshops on all sorts of topics sponsored by Highlights For Children Magazine. In these workshops, I have learned a lot … Continued
This last week, I had the opportunity of traveling to the Oregon Coast with some friends. This was my very first trip to the Pacific Northwest and can I say, this area of the country is amazing! It’s one of … Continued
I’m frequently asked for tips on how new writers can get started in the business. So for inquiring minds, I have decided that in this section of my website (Writing Advice), I will compile an ongoing list of “tips” for … Continued