by | Oct 30, 2011 | Books, The Thirteen Hallows, Writing
With Halloween fast upon us, I wanted to start blogging about my book with Michael Scott – The Thirteen Hallows. Hallows meaning… 1.to make holy; sanctify; consecrate. 2.to honor as holy; consider sacred; venerate: to hallow a battlefield. Hallows is also...
by | Oct 28, 2011 | Books, Writing
My first crush was the Pikesville library in Baltimore. Every Saturday, my parents would usher me into the small, ancient red brick building quietly ensconced along one of the less-developed business roads in Pikesville. I would spend what seemed like hours quietly...
by | Oct 23, 2011 | Books, Chick Stuff
In third grade, I did my first book report. It was for my favorite teacher, Mrs. Nagel, so naturally I wanted to read a book about a teacher. After all, both of my folks were teachers- and most of my exposure to positive adult role models had been my teachers. So I...
by | Oct 22, 2011 | Books, Writing
Today, J.K. Rowling and Stephenie Meyer are household names for young readers. In my day, it was Judy Blume and Paula Danziger. Both women had a profound influence on my writing. Rather than gorgeous vampires and schools for wizards, their subjects were deliciously...
by | Oct 21, 2011 | Books, Writing
These are stories I wrote to help kids adjust through tough/complicated/new situations. It’s a terrific way to help children and their families understand change and various life events. A reprinted article from LA Mom Magazine. Your child can be the star of the...
by | Oct 20, 2011 | Books, Writing
I miss Mrs. Piggle Wiggle and Ramona the Pest the four Boxcar Children and Eloise’s zest. I remember visiting Narnia and the Wonderful World of Oz meeting strange talking creatures with tails and paws. I trembled as first I walked down Lois Duncan’s dark hall, getting...
