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Once Upon A Book Author Signing

I recently attended the Once Upon A Book Author Signing in Frankenmuth, MI, and of all the author events I’ve been to over the last few years, I can say, without hesitation that this was the best of them all. And not just because I actually sold books, but because every aspect of it was flawlessly planned and executed. Stacey Rourke and her team of volunteers deserve all the accolades they are getting, and I cannot wait for next year’s event!There were a few things I personally learned from t...

Embrace Your Storm

When you come out of the storm, you won’t be the same person that walked in. That’s what the storm is all about. – Haruki MurakamiWhen I was a kid, I was terrified of storms. I was terrified of a lot of things actually, but storms seemed to be one of my biggest fears. Just the mention of a tornado watch would set me on edge. Today, as an adult, I love storms. I find them calming and often beautiful. The display of power that comes with a bolt of lightning or a gust of wind fascinates me. Wher...