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Note: Any and all typing errors are mine. I hope all have been caught and corrected, but if not, they are my errors. I’m a HUGE fan of historical fiction. It always excites me when I find a new-to-me author … Continue reading →

In the 18th century, ketchup was around. However, it wasn’t made with tomatoes. During that period of time it was believed that tomatoes were toxic. Instead, mushrooms were used. Jas. Townsend and Son has a wonderful video detailing this staple … Continue reading →

The other day I wrote about making portable soup. Last night I decided to use some to make a gravy. I didn’t bother to take pictures. But nope. In 9 days time my portable soup had become a lovely mold … Continue reading →

Today our guest is Brenda Hiatt. This is from her bio: Brenda Hiatt is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of twenty-three novels (so far), including historical romance, traditional Regency romance, time travel romance, and young adult science … Continue reading →

What are those numbers all about? That’s how I write. I used to write in linear fashion. This happens, then this happens and then this happens because those first two things happened. I started my current work-in-progress doing the same … Continue reading →

Today, my friend, Carol Kilgore is joining us. Carol’s latest book, Jalapeno Cupcake Wench, was released last Monday. Yes, I’ve read it and it’s a great read. While it’s part of a trilogy, don’t let that scare you. This is also a … Continue reading →

Today I’m suffering with a full blown case of Bright Shiny Objects distraction. Last night as I was attempting to relax my mind, I decided to look at some of my DNA matches on Ancestry. Most of them were the … Continue reading →

Last night I finished editing chapter 5 and glanced at chapter 6. No. No. No. I saw it. Something was missing. Oops. I needed a brand new chapter 6. Something that would tie the old chapter 5 to the old … Continue reading →

A year ago, I had a lot of plans. Goals. 2016 was the year when I’d finish the novel or the family history book. If everything went as planned, it would be the year when at least one of them … Continue reading →