Pam Crooks's Blog, page 173
January 27, 2022
Welcome Lynn Landes!
What inspired my books? I’m often asked what inspires a book? Where do your ideas come from? The truth is they come from many places. Past experiences, dreams, bible verses, music… life. I think from now on I’ll answer with that one word- Life. I’ve recently joined with Magnolia Blossom Publishing and my first series, ... Read more
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The Wild Horses of Arizona’s Salt River Valley
So, this happened a couple weeks ago. I was working on a new book idea for my publisher and wound up researching the the wild horses of the Salt River Valley. In my story, the heroine and heroine are part of a small group of people being chased by the bad guys through the Superstition ... Read more
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January 26, 2022
Author Lynn Landes Comes to Visit!
Inspirational Western Romance author Lynn Landes will visit us on Friday, January 28, 2022! Have you ever heard of the Women’s Work Exchange in the old West? Get ready to find out. It’s really interesting. We’re so excited to have Miss Lynn. This is her first time to be here and she has a giveaway!! ... Read more
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January 25, 2022
Snake Oil, Anyone?
Even though the term “snake oil” evokes images of charlatan salesmen making outlandish claims about the benefits of their elixirs, therapeutic snake oil had actual health benefits. Originally snake oil was made from the oil of the Chinese water snake, which contains omega-3 acids, which works as an anti-inflammatory agent. In the 1800s, thousands of ... Read more
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Kit Morgan has a Winner!
Congratulations to Connie Lee! You’ve won a free e-copy of a Match Made in HeavenContact me at authorkitmorgan@gmail.com so I can get you your book!
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Game Day Winner
Thanks everyone for giving this month’s game a try! The winner is: Paula Shreckhise Paula, please contact me at jeanniewrites@gmail.com to get your Amazon gift card. Congratulations and thanks again to everyone who commented!
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January 24, 2022
Gold Mining and a Giveaway!
For my latest release, A Match Made in Heaven, I had to do a bit of research about gold mining. I know a couple of amateur gold miners who get very excited when they talk about their hobby. They do things the old fashioned way and pan for gold, and have great fun doing it. ... Read more
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January 23, 2022
Western Game Day
Fill in the puzzle and then post your number of correct answers in the comments. One lucky winner will receive a $15 Amazon gift card. Everyone is eligible, even if you didn’t get all the answers. Have Fun! Western Trivia Crossword Puzzle » Create your own crossword
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Charlene Raddon Has Winners!!
Thank you, thank you, Miss Charlene! It was fun to imagine riding in the luxury of a Pullman car! Fun. Now for the random drawing……… The two lucky people are…… TRUDY C. gets Carrianne’s Debacle! PAULA JONES gets her choice of backlist! Congratulations, Ladies!! I’m so happy for you. Now watch for Miss Charlene’s email. ... Read more
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January 20, 2022
Pullman Cars with Guest Charlene Raddon (and a give away)
Whenever I write a blog to introduce a new book, I like to talk about some of the things I learned through my research for that story. Carrianne’s research centered mostly on the Union Pacific Railway and, in particular, the Pullman cars that Carrianne and her husband enjoyed in my story for their trip from ... Read more
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