by Joanne | Mar 30, 2022 | For Readers
Congratulations to the giveaway winner, Keren H! Thank you to everyone for participating. More fun to come! With spring in the air and the weather growing softer, what better way to celebrate than with an all new giveaway!? I put together all these goodies with...
by Joanne | Mar 17, 2022 | My Journal
Have you ever been in a season when you wanted to create something –whether it was sewing, painting, knitting — for the sheer joy of it? Even if no one ever saw it? This week, come behind the scenes on one of the projects I’m currently writing: a...
by Joanne | Feb 28, 2022 | News and Updates
Over the past few months, I’ve been busy behind-the-scenes . . . adding some new videos to my channel! And there are more to come–several which are already in the works! I’m excited to talk more about books in future videos (ideas are brewing!) and...
by Joanne | Dec 23, 2021 | News and Updates, The Lady and the Lionheart
Incredible. That’s the only way I can describe the ballet performance of the stage adaption for The Lady and the Lionheart. It was delightful from beginning to end, and not only did my mom, daughter, some friends and I get to watch it live in Colorado Springs this...
by Joanne | Oct 19, 2021 | Uncategorized
Almost a year ago, I stumbled upon a hymn called “Lead Kindly Light” and it was the perfect song to weave into “The Gold in These Hills.” It has a special place in my heart, and a special moment near the end of the novel. One that I hope brings courage and hope to...