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Has this ever happened to you in a writing class?

Over the years I’ve taken many writing classes at the University of Washington and the Hugo House in Seatttle. Each one taught me different skills about the craft of writing. And after each class, I tried to hone those skills … Continue reading →

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Writing a novel?

This essay could save your life! The experience of publishing my first novel, A Tight Grip, gave me an idea for a parody, which has been published on www.shewrites.com You can read it now with a click below for a … Continue reading →

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Testing…

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testing this out.

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Countdown for spring…

Hemingway, spring, Seattle. I’ve started to crave spring warmth, blooms, and longer days. Here in Seattle, we’ve had an unusual run of days in the thirties; so much so that Green Lake had enough ice for some brave crazies to … Continue reading →

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Serendipity, winter solstice, and my dog, Lucy (not her real name).

Always happy when serendipity allows me a chance to talk about my novel with a stranger. Yesterday, in Seattle, a crisp and sunny winter solstice, I walked my dog to the library to pick up Still Life with Bread Crumbs …

A Father’s Day Tribute: Location, location, location.

My dad’s enthusiasm for athletics infused my childhood. He introduced me to more sports than I have fingers. I was nine years old when it started. My family had moved into a modest three-bedroom home on an acre of land … Continue reading →

May 18 is National Golf Day!

As a writer and a golfer, I found joy in creating a main character with a passion for golf. Here’s an excerpt of a chat between Par Parker and her mother from my debut novel, A Tight Grip… In an uncharacteristic moment … Continue reading →