Good Graces: Inspiration Board

During the process of writing Good Graces, I have kept a Pinterest board of images that inspired the setting, buildings, characters, and “ambiance” of the story. I am simply in love with this fictional place…reminiscent of my time spent attending college 35 minutes north of Asheville. I thought it would be fun to share someContinue reading “Good Graces: Inspiration Board”

Let’s Dance!

I’ve been workin’ so hard. I’m punching my card. Eight hours (day, weeks, months) for what? Oh tell me what I’ve got. I’ve got this feeling…. And now I’ve got to cut loose! Oh, friends! In life we must find reasons and ways to celebrate all the time. Not just birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, milestones. The roadContinue reading “Let’s Dance!”

Rollercoaster Week (a.k.a. Life)

It’s been a week of ups and downs. Monday I celebrated the last submission to my critique group. Good times. Then, with their help (for which I’m still genuinely grateful), I took a ride down to the pits realizing I am far under the recommended average length for books in my genre….by about 25,000 words.Continue reading “Rollercoaster Week (a.k.a. Life)”

Finishing the Critique Process with Joy!

This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it!   Psalm 118.24 Over the weekend I submitted the final chapter (epilogue) to my critique group! It is a big accomplishment for me, one several months in the making. Once the final critiques are in, I’ll work on getting the polishedContinue reading “Finishing the Critique Process with Joy!”