I have to say the number one thing that struck me about Wichita. The people are really, really nice. I mean, really nice. Polite, helpful, friendly, always ready to help and pitch in. Traveling with Niki Burnham, who hails from the Boston part of the country, and me...
So you all just cracked me up this week. Here I thought I'd posted a good blog on "what makes a great romance," and then the discussion turns to focus on my poor decrepit RITA. So I feel I should offer both a defense and some thoughts for anyone who might gain one in...
This is probably a question that is both difficult to answer and the most completely subjective one that will ever cross your path. Because a book I consider a great read and an awesome romance novel, my best friend might yawn and say "ho-hum." That makes this time of...
It's. That. Time. Again. Excuse my enthusiasm, but it is time for the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Forget all the other dog shows that populate the television, this is the Academy Awards for Dogs. This is the big show. I get all excited and sit glued to the tv...
As promised, I would like to introduce you to my friend, Samantha James. She was kind enough to let me bug her with questions about her writing and her new book, Bride of a Wicked Scotsman, and then I even roped her into blogging on Thursday as well. That's what...
Last week I spoke on a panel at a meeting of the Pacific Northwest Writer's Association, and was astounded at the number of people who showed up. Lots of folks interested in being writers and looking for those tips and hints that pushed each of us toward publication....
