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I attended the Anthology Writers Conference at the Benedictine University in Mesa. Great speakers and sessions covering craft, marketing and publishing issues. A great opportunity to learn and connect with other writers.

“Nobody Believed Me’: How Rape Cases Get Dropped” a New York Times article by Jan Ransom, details how the justice system doesn’t work for victims. My second novel, “Clouds and Shadows,” details how this adds to a young mother’s trauma as she pursues justice and safety for herself and her son. I am currently seeking… Continue reading Rape Victims Still Struggle To Get Justice

 I am featured in this video sponsored by Scottsdale Library, talking about my novel, Moon Glow, and my inspiration for writing! Check it out! Tune in each month to hear a group of local authors talk about their books and share their passion for writing. In this program local authors Maria Crimi Speth, Penelope Bell,… Continue reading Local Author Book Talk

A lovely day promoting books with author friends!  

I participated in blog post interviews of my conference experience.  Check it out! http://rmfw.org/rocky-mountain-writer-142/    

The Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers’ Conference in Denver was terrific. I attended James Scott Bell’s workshop and appreciate his encouragement.  

When you read a classic, you do not see more in the book than you did before; you see more in yourself than was there before.  Clifton Fadiman, editor and critic (May 15 1904-1999) I always see something of myself in the books I read and hope the same is true for others in reading… Continue reading On Reading

The Tucson Festival of Books is a wonderful opportunity to listen to authors talk about their stories and their craft, catch up on the latest trends in the book business and meet readers.  I enjoyed showcasing my work at the Author Pavilion!