How much is too much when it comes to the main characters in the book you’re reading? We want the women to be smart, attractive and spunky. We want the men to be smart, attractive and brave. Every once in a while, the characters cross over into the land of there’s-no-way-that-could-happen. I recently read a book I enjoyed. Bad guys … Read More
What are You Reading?
I’ve been reading the Magnus Bane Chronicles, by Cassandra Clare. My only complaint is that they are too short. What are you reading? Here’s a little Reader humor.
Make Me Laugh Wednesday
It’s Make Me Laugh Wednesday. What’s the funniest thing you’ve seen on the internet lately?
Welcome Wednesday: Meet NA Author Mary Duncanson
What’s your Call story? Trouble Comes Knocking, my book coming out in November, was my first real “Call” story. I submitted my book to Karen Grove at Entangled on December 24th, knowing her read-time was about five weeks. Three weeks later I got my first e-mail back from her, asking about the series. I giggled and danced around the house. … Read More
Bad Spider, or Author Freak Out
When it comes to spiders, there are supposed to be rules, people. The spiders can hang out in the garage and in the basement. They can even build the occasional web in the corner of the living room ceiling. But they are not, I repeat not, supposed to hide under the car handle where you have to put your hand … Read More
Liar Liar Pants on Fire
“Start a website,” they said. “It will be easy,” they said. And to that, I say, “Liar liar pants on fire.” Most of the time I have a pretty good grasp on technology. Pretty good means I mutter mild curse words under my breath, rather than ranting loud enough to bring all three dogs running. Yesterday, even my husband came … Read More