Lifelong learning is a youth elixir. What’s hotter than learning new things?
I’ll admit, I love to learn new stuff. Whether it’s for new skills or creative disciplines, I’m in! It feels so rewarding to keep pushing on the boundaries of your personal world, to pick up new interests or get inspired—taking classes—formal or informal—is a great way to do it. Plus, it infuses youthfulness. How about […]
Lessons Learned From the First One-Star Review of My Debut Novel: It’s not what you think
Published on Medium Before I published my first novel I prepared myself for bad reviews. Which I suppose is like preparing oneself for labor contractions. Until you feel them, you think you can handle them. The very thing I was “braced” for, pre-publication, was the very thing that came at me like a hatchet to […]
What Do A Secret Illustration, Meeting An Idol and Chocolate Cake Have In Common?
Wow, what a weekend at the Erma Bombeck Writers Workshop ! Last weekend, I attended the EBWW in Dayton, Ohio to teach two classes. It was such a privilege to work with so many talented, passionate and dedicated writers. The spirit of Erma was everywhere. As Erma said, “It takes a lot of courage to […]
October Newsletter Drops
My October Author Newsletter has just dropped. Read about my current in-the-news obsession and how its shaping the thriller I’m writing, my latest 5-Star thriller read, how my characters talk to me in my sleep and more . . . while you’re there, subscribe to my newsletter to never miss any of the oops, yikes […]
My Humor Essay, Vacation Anxiety Syndrome in Martha’s Vineyard Magazine
I’m thrilled to share my humor essay Vacation Anxiety Syndrome published in this month’s issue of Martha’s Vineyard Magazine. It chronicles the day our friends Syd and Ted and their sons visited us during our MV family vacation and the high jinks that ensued under the inevitable pressure of creating the perfect day . . . […]
#AuthorsAgainstHunger — Authors Help Fight Food Insecurity
Thanksgiving is coming and thoughts inevitably go to celebrations of food and family. Unfortunately, an alarming number of families in the U.S. experience hunger and food insecurity. It’s become even more dire due to the pandemic. Enter #AuthorsAgainstHunger. #AuthorsAgainstHunger is designed to raise awareness and desperately needed funds. The people who need it most often […]
Join Me for The 13-Week Book Launch
Have you ever wondered what goes into a book launch? For the next 13 weeks I’ll share a behind the scenes look at launching my newest psychological suspense FOLLOWING YOU. My newest psychological suspense, FOLLOWING YOU, is slated to be released on November 16, 2020, just 90 days away! In a series of Facebook Lives […]
Montclair Literary Festival & The Ultimate Book Marketing Workshop
Join me at the Montclair Literary Festival on March 29th at 11:30 for The Ultimate Book Marketing Workshop! Please Note: This event has been postponed until September 2020. New details to come. Get Your Books Noticed & Increase Sales in 90 minutes When authors ask, “Do I really need to market my book?” There’s only […]
