I wrote the first pages of what would become Demon: A Memoir around 1999. I didn’t mean to write a new novel; I had another book in the works that I’d been working on for years and that was the one that was going to...
Here’s some fun news: The Long March Home just won the International Book Award in Historical Fiction. My coauthor, Marcus Brotherton, and I are so honored to shine a light on those who served in WWII in the Philippines and honored for the recognition of...
I always remember writing. I didn’t think much of it; it was just something I did. I published my first article when my beloved third-grade teacher, an elderly lady with big sunburst brooches, suggested I write an article about the death of my bulldog, Oliver,...
I recently wrote about my favorite part of writing for Rogue Women Writers. I'm sharing an excerpt here. Sometimes, people ask me what my favorite part of writing is. It’s not first drafts. Pull my fingernails out with pliers, why don’t you. Rewriting and editing is much more fun. That’s...
It's my big holiday giveaway! Over $150 worth of surprise bookish gifts and fun favorite things (including chocolate) all wrapped and ready to be sent to one lucky winner. Enter to win this prize package of 14 mystery gifts—including bookish delights, a tote from my local...
In honor of Veterans, The Long March Home hardcovers are only $12 with free shipping from Baker Book House. This special runs through November 14th. We hope you find yourself engrossed in this tale of hope, courage, friendship, and the true stories that inspired it....