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Hysics, a Computer Generated World, The Renaissance of Hetty Locklear #newadult #fantasy

* Imaginary play, which in fancy-speak we call daydreams or creating, is central to how Hetty Locklear copes with her less than perfect life. She immerses herself in a role playing game she created called The Hysics. The Hysics Get … Continue reading →

A Ghost Gets too Personal, The Renaissance of Hetty Locklear #newadult #fantasy

* The feeling of being watched or stalked is really creepy, especially if it’s something that can’t be seen. This is one of the places fantasy and sci-fi intersect in The Renaissance of Hetty Locklear. The Stalker Ghost excerpt from … Continue reading →

Fifty-three and Other Oregon Flavored Fodder

* When I wrote The Renaissance of Hetty Locklear, I envisioned the end of the book happening in Central Oregon. Since the observatory sits on Highway 20 and I’ve driven that stretch of blacktop a few hundred times, I picked … Continue reading →

The Best Email, The Renaissance of Hetty Locklear #newadult #fantasy

* The best emails are from those you like and show an interest in you — whether love or something less steamy. Many relationships begin and are conducted electronically these days. Like you and me, my digital friends. Endearing Emails … Continue reading →

It’s More Than Just Desserts, The Renaissance of Hetty Locklear #newadult #fantasy

* Food for many has become more than a way to nourish the body. It’s comfort. It fulfills a need. For some, it’s an addiction. It’s More than Just Desserts excerpt from The Renaissance of Hetty Locklear, copyright 2012 M. … Continue reading →

Like Water for Coffee, The Renaissance of Hetty Locklear #newadult #fantasy

* The Hetty Locklear series is set in Oregon. In the Portland area folks drink coffee like water. I think it has to do with the dreary skies throughout the winter. Since having to give coffee up, I feel like … Continue reading →

Best Friends, The Renaissance of Hetty Locklear #newadult #fantasy

* Did you ever meet people you felt you’ve known all your life? Instantaneously, you know you’re encountering a kindred soul. Best friends. Time and distance can never break that bond. When was the first time you felt that? Close … Continue reading →

Feeling Abandoned, The Renaissance of Hetty Locklear #newadult #fantasy

* Feeling alone and abandoned is common when growing up. That’s one of the reasons I had Hetty’s parents run away. I wanted to heighten that angst. Have you ever felt that way? When? The Day Hetty Locklear’s World Stood … Continue reading →

Maggots are Back in Medicine, Celebrating Misha’s News, Divine Temptation, Christine’s Odyssey

* Old Medicine is New Again Have you heard maggots have made a comeback in medicine? Apparently they clean and help heal wounds better and faster than conventional methods. There are places that now raise medicinal grade maggots and they … Continue reading →

Book Promotion – How to Handle Book Signings and School Presentations with Brinda Berry

* Arriving on Spacedock 19 is Brinda Berry, author of the Whispering Woods series and she has a story in the Wild at Heart Vol. II anthology. I’m glad she was able to take time out of her busy schedule … Continue reading →