by Joanne | Sep 10, 2012 | For Readers, For Writers
It is my absolute pleasure to have Keli Gwyn visiting today. If you haven’t had the chance to visit Keli via her website, sit in her parlor, sip a cup of tea and get acquainted with Keli and her lovely debut, A Bride Opens Shop in El Dorado, California, you...
by Joanne | Jul 31, 2012 | For Writers
Critique partners. Almost every writer has one. Which is why we’re gonna celebrate. And give away prizes! Critique partners…they’re what help turn our rough drafts into polished versions. Our boring plot threads into a page turner. A cardboard...
by Joanne | Jul 10, 2012 | For Readers, For Writers
Today I have the pleasure of interviewing Dani Pettrey. She is the author of The Alaskan Courage series and her first book, Submerged (Bethany House, 2012) is a romantic suspense set in the coastal town of Yancey Alaska and recently garnered 4 1/2 stars from...
by Joanne | Jun 26, 2012 | For Writers, My Journal, Writing
I had the privilege of doing a writing workshop with a group of homeschooled girls a few weeks ago. We met at a gorgeous park, had a picnic and had a blast talking writing. I asked them to come with their writing notebooks so I could learn more about what...
by Joanne | Apr 3, 2012 | For Readers, For Writers
Today I have the pleasure of interviewing Rosslyn Elliott. She is the author of The Saddler’s Legacy and the second book in the series, Sweeter than Birdsong (Thomas Nelson, 2011), is now available. So let’s dive right in! 1. What interesting facts...
by Joanne | Feb 7, 2012 | For Writers, My Publishing Journey, News and Updates
I’m so excited!! Today is the day I can finally announce my big news!! Yep, that’s a book contract! And it has a line for my name! And lines for other people’s names. Really important book publishing people!! With the help of my incredible agent,...
