Yes, that is my real name. Author. DIY-maniac. Mom. Wife. Generally overwhelmed by things I've created.
It’s that time of season when this: leads to this: As a result, here’s what happened in my mind last night as I was trying to fall asleep: This book’s fun. Gosh, my bed is warm. [hears gust of wind outside] No, I’m not letting you in! What would IContinue Reading
First, the big picture: The mythology of angels, fallen angels, and their Nephilim offspring used in this book is incredibly interesting and yet not overly complicated. You quickly understand (especially if you have a Christian background, although I wouldn’t say that that’s necessary to enjoy this book) the history ofContinue Reading
As an author, I get nervous every time I hand my book(s) over to a reviewer. I mean, you know ordinary readers are going to have an opinion about your book, but in the case of reviewers, you’re asking for it. Being on this end of things is nerve-wracking andContinue Reading
As promised, here are my A’s to your Q’s. Thanks, everyone who submitted questions! Keep ’em coming for future podcasts! I tried to remain spoiler-free. These questions/answers deal with Book 1 mostly, with some hint of what is to come in the rest of the series (Books 2-4). 01/15/2014 InContinue Reading
I feel like I’m posting a lot about my books lately, but after the video podcast I’ll do tomorrow (I know I said Friday, but life’s busy) about Book 2, I promise to lay off for a while. BUT, The Kota Series Book 2, “The Ebonite and Her Earthling” isContinue Reading
The Kota: Book 1 is FREE at Smashwords until Friday! Book 2 releases Friday, 1/17, and will be available at Smashwords and Amazon immediately, other places in the future.Continue Reading
Attention readers! As promised, I plan to do a giveaway for “The Ebonite and Her Earthling” (The Kota Series Book 2), which will release later next week. Here’s how this will work: Send me any questions/comments/general musings about “The Kota” (Book 1) or anything you might be interested in fromContinue Reading
[Taken from my Koobug blog] My Favorite thing on Twitter might be #HorribleWriteTip, mostly because it balances out all the “real” advice authors throw around. Some of the best: “It’s important that you mention in your query that you think you’re the next Stephen King” and “If a scene isContinue Reading
[This is from a few years ago, but it’s still appropriate. And still a lesson I struggle with…although I hope I’m better. Anyway, ’tis the season.] I am proud of Jason Segel. I don’t know him. Never met him. I know being proud of someone you’ve never met is odd,Continue Reading
[This Thanksgiving, my mom and I sat at the kitchen table listening to the cassette tape she’d recorded between 1985-1988 of my brother and me saying our ABC’s, singing “Jesus Loves Me,” etc. It’s amazing to me how early our creative loves developed – I take every opportunity toContinue Reading
This Thanksgiving, my mom and I sat at the kitchen table listening to the cassette tape she’d recorded between 1985-1988 of my brother and me saying our ABC’s, singing “Jesus Loves Me,” etc. It’s amazing to me how early our creative loves developed – I take every opportunity toContinue Reading
A common lesson of mothers everywhere is “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” This is bunk. You ALWAYS judge a book by its cover and really should only NOT use this method in regards to people. Failed metaphor, in my opinion. Where was I going with this… Oh, yesContinue Reading
Goodreads Book Giveaway The Kota (The Kota Series, #1) – expanded version by Sunshine Somerville Giveaway ends December 13, 2013. See the giveaway details at Goodreads. Enter to win Continue Reading
On Inside the Actors Studio, James Lipton asks the question, “If Heaven exists, what do you hope God will say when you come to the pearly gates?” Not that Lipton will ever interview me, but if he did I have my answer all prepped – I’ve always hoped God willContinue Reading