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May 27, 2010
Author Interview: Laurie Lewis
I'm chatting with Laurie Lewis, author of Awakening Avery today. Readers may know her best as L.C. Lewis, the author of the historical fiction series Free Men and Dreamers. Laurie, why did you switch genres and write Awakening Avery? It's not historical is it?No, Awakening Avery is current, so it's a nice diversion from my historical work.
What is the message behind the title, Awakening Avery.
Our lead character is an LDS author/wife and mother who gets catapulted from her comfortable support r...
May 25, 2010
Revision Pain
Cedar Fort accepted my manuscript, The Upside of Down, a few weeks ago. Last week an editor asked me to cut it by 6500 words. Ugh!
I've worked really hard to create a fuller, more-developed story. I actually added 20,000 words before I submitted it in hopes of making it feel more realistic and give readers a more enjoyable reading experience. And now I have to cut it. I feel like I'm cutting off fingers.
So far, I've cut 1300 words, but I've got a long way to go to make the 6500 request. I have...
I've worked really hard to create a fuller, more-developed story. I actually added 20,000 words before I submitted it in hopes of making it feel more realistic and give readers a more enjoyable reading experience. And now I have to cut it. I feel like I'm cutting off fingers.
So far, I've cut 1300 words, but I've got a long way to go to make the 6500 request. I have...
May 22, 2010
Proud to be an American
My husband is in Denver. He left yesterday morning at 4:00 and will get home tonight around midnight. He's serving as a delegate for our district here in Colorado and he's attending the state assembly to vote on those who will be placed on the primary ballot.
I accompanied him to the county and district assemblies (I couldn't go to Denver because my son had his last soccer game today and my older kids attended a temple trip in Utah so I needed to stay home). It's been interesting to see this ...
I accompanied him to the county and district assemblies (I couldn't go to Denver because my son had his last soccer game today and my older kids attended a temple trip in Utah so I needed to stay home). It's been interesting to see this ...
May 17, 2010
New Blog
For those of you who know me or have read my blog, you know that I have a son with Down syndrome. I decided to start a new blog about my experiences with him http://www.theupsideofdown2.blogspot,com/ if you'd like to check it out.
I have never had a problem with him having Down syndrome. I have no doubt that Heavenly Father sent him to my family with an extra chromsome for a reason. Heavenly Father knows better than I and He sent my son to me for a purpose. That doesn't bother me.
What bothers ...
I have never had a problem with him having Down syndrome. I have no doubt that Heavenly Father sent him to my family with an extra chromsome for a reason. Heavenly Father knows better than I and He sent my son to me for a purpose. That doesn't bother me.
What bothers ...
May 14, 2010
Chocolate Roses by Joan Sowards
Don't you just love that title? I'm all about chocolate.
From the back cover:
Janie Rose Whitaker's world revolved around her chocolate shop until Roger Wentworth and his young daughter moved into the apartment across from Janie's. Anyone would think Roger fit the mold of the "perfect" guy, but soon Janie discovers secrets that could keep them apart forever. Though she resists getting involved in Roger's complicated life, they are drawn further into a bittersweet relationship.
You will laugh...
From the back cover:
Janie Rose Whitaker's world revolved around her chocolate shop until Roger Wentworth and his young daughter moved into the apartment across from Janie's. Anyone would think Roger fit the mold of the "perfect" guy, but soon Janie discovers secrets that could keep them apart forever. Though she resists getting involved in Roger's complicated life, they are drawn further into a bittersweet relationship.
You will laugh...
May 10, 2010
Blog Tour: Mormon Mishaps and Mischief
The Mormon Mishaps and Mischief Giveaway and Blog Tour!
In celebration of Mothers, and all they do for us, Mormon Mishaps authors C.L. Beck and D.N. Giles have put together a giveaway in conjunction with a week-long blog tour. If you aren't interested in winning a fantastic advertising package valued at $150, you can stop reading now.
Wait, you're still reading. That must mean you want to hear about our prize package, correct? Well. Okay then.
Let me first tell you a little about our sponsors,...
In celebration of Mothers, and all they do for us, Mormon Mishaps authors C.L. Beck and D.N. Giles have put together a giveaway in conjunction with a week-long blog tour. If you aren't interested in winning a fantastic advertising package valued at $150, you can stop reading now.
Wait, you're still reading. That must mean you want to hear about our prize package, correct? Well. Okay then.
Let me first tell you a little about our sponsors,...
Exciting News!
I'm so excited. Cedar Fort will be publishing my new novel The Upside of Down. I don't know the release date yet, but I'm guessing it'll be in the first quarter of 2011. I'm giddy! This book is really important to me and I hope you'll help me spread the word.
Here's a blurb: Amidst the demands of raising a large family, dealing with an anti-Mormon mother, and struggling to maintain a relationship with her rebellious teenage daughter, Natalie Drake, an ordinary LDS woman, is called to serve as ...
Here's a blurb: Amidst the demands of raising a large family, dealing with an anti-Mormon mother, and struggling to maintain a relationship with her rebellious teenage daughter, Natalie Drake, an ordinary LDS woman, is called to serve as ...
May 7, 2010
Review: Summer in Paris by Michele Ashman Bell
I recently read Summer in Paris a YA novel for the national market by popular and prolific author Michele Ashman Bell. Though I did receive a complimentary copy from Valor Publishing and think Michele is one of the sweetest and kindest women I know, that did not influence my review. I read this book with interest because I want to find clean reads for my daughters and I'm happy to see one for the national market by a talented LDS author.Kenzie is a spoiled little rich girl from New York. Her...
May 6, 2010
Author Interview: Erin Klingler
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Today my guest is Erin Klingler. She's here to talk about her new release Between the Lines.
Hi Erin, welcome to my blog. When did you first consider yourself a writer?
When I was about eight years old, actually. I wrote a silly little story (though I probably thought it was groundbreaking when I wrote it) about a dog who wanted a dog house for Christmas. I still have it saved in a scrapbook somewhere. My love of reading prior to that and ever since only strengthened my desire to become a w...
Today my guest is Erin Klingler. She's here to talk about her new release Between the Lines.Hi Erin, welcome to my blog. When did you first consider yourself a writer?
When I was about eight years old, actually. I wrote a silly little story (though I probably thought it was groundbreaking when I wrote it) about a dog who wanted a dog house for Christmas. I still have it saved in a scrapbook somewhere. My love of reading prior to that and ever since only strengthened my desire to become a w...
May 4, 2010
Hawaii Trip
We stayed at the same hotel where we honeymooned 25 years ago. It's changed a bit, but it's still beautiful and right on the beach.
We went to this amazing luau. Great food, great fun. Germaine's Luau is awesome.
We went to this amazing luau. Great food, great fun. Germaine's Luau is awesome.
