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What is my Inspiration for the Character of Kat Preston?
As you might expect, I’m a bit exhausted from the blog tour for TGWSG, so I thought I’d share one of my favorite guest posts from the tour! Guest Post from Butterfly-O-Meter Books’ Blog: My Source of Inspiration for … Continue reading
How to Support An Author During Her Release Week
Tomorrow (October 17) is the release date for The Girl Who Saved Ghosts! I feel like I’ve been preparing for this day all year. It’s always exciting and nerve-wracking to see how sales go! Thanks so much for being here … Continue reading
A Day In the Life of an Author
Recently, I put together a post for an ezine called Modern Creative Life. I spent a few weeks working on this post and it’s all about what my “typical Tuesday” is like. If you’ve ever been curious about what my … Continue reading
The Girl Who Saved Ghosts Releases in One Month!
I can’t believe there are only 4 weeks left until The Girl Who Saved Ghosts is released! This entire year has been about revising the book, proofreading the book, marketing the book. And there’s still so much to be … Continue reading
What Kind of Blueberry Picker Are You?
While Ma and I were blueberry picking, we realized there are 3 types of pickers. The Random Chatters They think of the field as a coffeehouse and approach everyone wanting to chat. Sometimes they impart berry knowledge; sometimes they are … Continue reading
What’s Going on with The Girl Who Saved Ghosts
Ebook ARCs I’m really excited to announce that the ebook advance reader copies are up on NetGalley for The Girl Who Saved Ghosts (TGWSG)! If you are a book blogger, reviewer, librarian, or media person, you can go and request … Continue reading
The Cover Reveal Countdown!
We are 1 day away from the cover reveal for The Girl Who Saved Ghosts on June 27th! I can’t believe this day is almost here. I’ve been working on this book non-stop since January. And to be able to … Continue reading
What Makes A Wonderful Author Event?
Having great weather is essential for an outdoor event. It was sunny and 80s on Saturday for the Cheshire Strawberry Festival. Planning ahead is the next best thing. All the books were in waterproof suitcases and bags. We positioned the … Continue reading
When’s the Next Author Signing?
JOIN ME ON JUNE 10TH AT THE CHESHIRE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL Come on down for some great live entertainment, tasty food, and cool vendors! Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.! I’ll be at the … Continue reading
The Story of the Door
Ah, the door. I promised a story, so here goes. A couple years back, I begged my old friend Ant to take me to Sleepy Hollow. I love the Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Washington Irving. After reading Jessica … Continue reading