Shari L. Tapscott's Blog, page 29
April 25, 2015
Blog Review at The Reading Cafe and News Interview
This has been a fun, busy week! On Thursday I went in for my news interview. It went well. You can watch it at the link below. Pippa of Lauramore – WesternSlopeNow – News, Weather, Sports for Grand Junction | Montrose | Glenwood Springs. Also, Pippa was reviewed of at The Reading Cafe. It was … Continue reading Blog Review at The Reading Cafe and News Interview →
April 21, 2015
2015 Classics Challenge: The Last Unicorn
I have been dying to read The Last Unicorn by Peter S. Beagle since I found out it was, in fact, a book. As you may recall, I rather enjoyed The Last Unicorn animated movie when I was young. When I first picked up the book, I will admit, I was hesitant. What if I … Continue reading 2015 Classics Challenge: The Last Unicorn →
April 18, 2015
Book Release Celebration
We had a mini book release celebration at Starbucks. It was fun! I did a little bit of signing and we drank a lot of coffee. I’m pretty sure this will become a tradition–I’m up for any reason to meet at Starbucks!
April 17, 2015
Weekly Photo Challenge: Early Bird
This week’s Weekly Photo Challenge theme is Early Bird. I love to get up early, but honestly, I’m usually sipping coffee and checking my e-mail and not walking around with my camera. I did have a few photographs to choose from, however. Here’s one of my favorites. Click here to check out the weekly photo … Continue reading Weekly Photo Challenge: Early Bird →
April 15, 2015
News Interview!
I have exciting news! I will be discussing Pippa of Lauramore on KREX Channel 5 News at Noon. If you are a local to the Grand Junction, CO area, and you happen to be around a television at that time, check it out! I have just sent in my talking points as they requested–and let … Continue reading News Interview! →
April 11, 2015
2015 Classics Challenge: Emma on Audiobook
I have fallen so far behind in the Classics Challenge, it’s not even funny. I started the year with Jane Austen’s Emma. I have seen every single movie and television version of this book. I love them all dearly (my favorite being BBC’s television mini-series that came out in 2009), but I can’t seem to … Continue reading 2015 Classics Challenge: Emma on Audiobook →
April 10, 2015
Weekly Photo Challenge: Afloat
With the announcement of my giveaway winner and the release of Pippa of Lauramore’s first chapter, I’ve posted a lot this morning! Well, I’m going to add the weekly photo challenge to it. This week’s theme is afloat. Here’s my take on it! Click here to check out the weekly photo challenge, and find out … Continue reading Weekly Photo Challenge: Afloat →
Pippa of Lauramore: Chapter One
Without further ado, I give you a sample chapter of Pippa of Lauramore. I hope you enjoy it. CHAPTER ONE Celebration Strong and tall, valiant and true���that’s what my family sees when they look at Prince Lionel. What I see is a tree-like man with a thick, stubby neck and eyes too small for his … Continue reading Pippa of Lauramore: Chapter One →
Giveaway Winner
Good morning! I’m happy to announce that Janet W. has won the giveaway for the signed copy of Pippa of Lauramore and the $25 Starbucks card! Congratulations, Janet! I will be contacting you via email. Thanks to everyone who entered. Also, I have a special surprise for you all later this morning. I will be … Continue reading Giveaway Winner →
April 9, 2015
Book Review: The Mermaid’s Sister
The Mermaid’s Sister by Carrie Anne Noble There is no cure for being who you truly are… In a cottage high atop Llanfair Mountain, sixteen-year-old Clara lives with her sister, Maren, and guardian Auntie. By day, they gather herbs for Auntie���s healing potions. By night, Auntie spins tales of faraway lands and wicked fairies. Clara���s … Continue reading Book Review: The Mermaid’s Sister →
