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Appalachian Thursday – Daddies & Daughters
Not long ago I posted a list of things Appalachian mothers and daughters should do together in response to a similar on-line list that I thought was a bit silly (spa trip, yoga, and a trip to NYC). Since then, I've been thinking I need to write the same kind of list...
Ten Decorating Ideas for Christmas
I know lots of folks who jump on their Christmas decorations the day after Thanksgiving (or sooner!), but I always wait until December 1. Maybe because it's my birthday. And even then, I start slow, with a few outside decorations, maybe the nativity. I gradually add...
Appalachian Thursday–Feeling Thankful
I traveled to West Virginia this week for an early Thanksgiving with my family. Having enjoyed turkey and all the trimmings there, my southern husband and I will enjoy shrimp and grits today. (And sweet potato pie--you can't let all the traditions go!) Here are...
Sound of Rain Q&A
After wrapping up the Appalachian Blessings series, how did you decide what would come next? I thought it was time to add a little variety to my Appalachian setting. I lived near the coast of South Carolina for ten years and loved the idea of taking a mountain man and...
Appalachian Thursday – Deer Season
It’s almost holiday time in West Virginia. Oh, sure, there’s Thanksgiving and Christmas, but the REAL festivities begin on Monday. The first day of deer season. Many schools are out all week because, well, no one would come if they were open. Teachers, students,...
The Reviews Are Coming In
Well, at least some reviews. And they're pretty alright. When I write a book, I tend to think it's really good once I've finished the edits and turned it over to the publisher for the last time. Then, about a month before the book releases, I start wondering if it's...
Appalachian Thursday – Pepperoni Rolls
I'm having a launch party for The Sound of Rain this evening. Because the book is set in WV and SC, refreshments will include a table of WV treats and one of SC goodies. Which means I absolutely HAD to include some WV pepperoni rolls! These rolls are so common in my...
Release Day is Tomorrow!
Releasing a new book just doesn't get old. It's kind of like my birthday. There ought to be cake and maybe some champagne. Certainly streamers and cheering. And there's NOTHING wrong with celebrating all week long! So today, to kick off the party, here's a link to the...
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