Shining the Light on POISON IVY by Amy Goldman Koss and a Book Giveaway
I’ve decided to start a new feature on my blog called SHINING THE LIGHT ON…, where authors shed insight into their books. It’s my hope you’ll find new books to read, authors to admire and much needed...
View ArticleShining the Light on THE HEART IS NOT A SIZE by Beth Kephart and a Donation...
I’ve been swamped with revisions and thought I’d ask my talented friend, Beth Kephart, to host today’s post. Beth kindly agreed and it made me all sorts of happy. I mean, have you visited Beth’s blog?...
View ArticleShining the Light on Bamboo People by Mitali Perkins and a Spontaneous ARC...
Many of you know Mitali Perkins for her wonderful books or her wise advice on how to utilize social media to develop community and promote books. Perhaps you’re one of the authors Mitali cheers on with...
View ArticleShining the Light on Borrowed Names by Jeannine Atkins
It’s my pleasure to welcome Jeannine Atkins this morning. If you’ve spent any time on Jeannine’s blog, you’d know how gifted she is as a writer and poet. She’s also the essence of kindness and calm....
View ArticleShining the Light on THE TEXAS SWEETHEARTS
Hope all of you had a nice weekend! It’s been busy in my neck of the woods with lots of decluttering, cleaning, and writing. The kids finally have spring vacation and there’s little chance I’ll be...
View ArticleShining the Light on THE WRITING & CRITIQUE GROUP SURVIVAL GUIDE by Becky Levine
I am so happy to have Becky Levine here today as my guest hostess. Becky offers great insight on the writing process. Did you know she wrote a book about the critique process? Enter THE WRITING &...
View ArticleShining the Light on SPILLING INK by Anne Mazer and Ellen Potter
Have you had a chance to read SPILLING INK: A Young Writer’s Handbook by Anne Mazer and Ellen Potter? If you haven’t, you must check it out. It’s a great resource for the young writer, a middle school...
View ArticleSBBT: The Diverse Talents of Brother/Sister Duo Jennifer L. Holm and Matthew...
Hope you’ve all been enjoying the SBBT interviews this week. Remember, to stop by Chasing Ray’s Master Schedule for this week’s links to author interviews and thoughtful quotes! I am so pleased to have...
View ArticleIn Search of Truth: Author Spotlight with Holly Cupala TELL ME A SECRET
I’m so pleased to welcome Holly Cupala, one of the readergirlz, to my blog. Holly’s debut novel, TELL ME A SECRET, will be out next Tuesday! TELL ME A SECRET “illuminates the dark struggle of a girl...
View ArticleAuthor Spotlight with Holly Cupala and TELL ME A SECRET
I’m so pleased to welcome Holly Cupala, one of the readergirlz, to my blog. Holly’s debut novel, TELL ME A SECRET, will be out next Tuesday! TELL ME A SECRET “illuminates the dark struggle of a girl...
View ArticleWBBT Interview: Opening up New Worlds with R.J. Anderson
R.J. Anderson, known to her friends and family as Rebecca, wrote a wonderful, imaginative series which will engage MG readers. Rebecca takes age-old myths of powerful faeries and makes them work to...
View ArticleWBBT Interview: Humor, Writing, and the Emotional Truth with Allen Zadoff
I am so pleased to welcome Allen Zadoff to my blog. Allen is the author of FOOD, GIRLS, and OTHER THINGS I CAN’T HAVE, one of my favorite reads this year. This book has special powers–it made me laugh...
View ArticleWBBT Interview: Finding Time to be Good Enough with Paula Yoo
I first heard about Paula Yoo when her book, GOOD ENOUGH, was the featured title for readergirlz in September 2008. I’ve read a handful of YA books that resonate completely with me, in terms of my own...
View ArticleWBBT Interview: Chemistry, Persistence and Julie Kagawa
When I heard the buzz about Julie Kagawa’s debut YA novel, THE IRON KING, I had to check it out. Not only did fans rave about how much they enjoyed the book, they were also quite vocal about the two...
View ArticleSBBT Interview: The Power of Change with Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich
I am so pleased to welcome Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich to my blog. Olugbemisola, known to her friends as Gbemi, wrote a wonderful middle grade book about a boy who dares to make a difference, called...
View Article2011 Summer Blog Blast Tour (SBBT) Schedule
It’s time for the 2011 Summer Blog Blast Tour! We have twenty great interviews scheduled throughout the week. Check out the schedule! Colleen Ray is managing the SBBT Master Schedule. Go on over and...
View ArticleJames Scott Bell on Writing Through Frustration
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fOSR9JcRHTk This pretty much sums up where I am right now. PB is kicking me in the butt right now and I’m fighting through the painful middle of a new project. But, I’m...
View ArticleBeth Kephart, A Treasure Hunt, and You Are My Only
As many of you know, I’m a huge fan of Beth Kephart. If you haven’t had a chance to visit Beth’s blog yet, I’ll gently urge you to GO. As I wrote in my interview with Beth a few years ago (on my...
View ArticleTEDTalk: Elizabeth Gilbert: Your Elusive Creative Genius
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86x-u-tz0MA I love Elizabeth Gilbert‘s TEDTalk on ‘Your Elusive Creative Genius.’ If you need some creative inspiration, take the time to watch this video. It’ll do you...
View ArticleDavid Foster Wallace on Ambition
“If your fidelity to perfectionism is too high, you never do anything.” -David Foster Wallace
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