Mystery/Suspense/Thriller Author. Regional Stories, Universal Themes. Quality Over Quantity.
Thanks to Kathy F. for inviting me to meet with her book club the other day to discuss Castle Danger, authors, and writing in general. I’m always amazed (or lucky!) that every book club I’ve met with is filled with Continue reading Another Enjoyable Book Club Meeting
Independent Bookstore Day– Woohoo! On Saturday, April 28, I put my money where my mouth is and patronized my local independent bookseller in honor of Independent Bookstore Day. I found one MN author whom I’ve never read who has published Continue reading Independent Bookstore Day
I had a great weekend promoting Castle Danger, but as it turned out, selling books wasn’t nearly the best part of the two events I was at. It was all about Little Moments and Big Magic. Bowl For Kid’s Sake Continue reading Little Moments, Big Magic, Super Salesmen
Had a great time at UW–Madison’s Writers’ Institute last weekend. Great speakers, good networking, lots of new ideas and information. One term I picked up and will use going forward describes most accurately what I am. I am an “Author-Publisher.” Continue reading I am now an Author-Publisher
April is shaping up to be a good month. The signing highlight will be my appearance at Chapter 2 Books in Hudson, Wisconsin, on Saturday, April 21, from 11:00-1:00. It’s a “meet-and-greet” event where I’ll be signing copies of Castle Continue reading April Update
TWIN CITIES/WESTERN WISCONSIN BOOK LOVERS 2018 is shaping up to be a busy season for me. Today, I just firmed up a book-signing appearance at Chapter2Books in Hudson, Wisconsin. The date is Saturday, April 21, from 11-1. Chapter2Books is located Continue reading Announcing an Eastern Twin Cities/Western Wisconsin Event
MONEY IS NOT THE ONLY MOTIVATION Being an author whose books are “yet to achieve” major bestseller status isn’t particularly rewarding in the monetary sense. Some rewards come from meeting avid readers, advocates for literacy, and making friends with other Continue reading My Motivation for Writing and Selling Books
I’m excited to be invited to appear at the Second Annual Rosemount Writers Festival & Book Fair. Saturday, March 24, 2018. I’ll be signing copies of Castle Danger between 10:30 am and 4:30 pm. Rosemount is located south of St. Continue reading Upcoming Appearance–Rosemount Writers Festival & Book Fair
Always cool to see yourself listed in a major writing magazine for winning an award. A total of forty-four books either won their category or received an honorable mention. More than 2,300 books were entered in the contest. A small Continue reading Still not a Dream–Part 2
