Different Ways of Writing

                       WRITING ANCIENT TOMBS AND SPELLS

Authors have different ways to attack writing. I thought I would share the approach I took for the newest book, Ancient Tombs and Spells.

The inspiration: a prompt from a fellow writer in my writer's group. Wealthy man is dying (or not) Man Servant is feeling sad and guilty (for some unknown reason). This being rather ambiguous, left lots of options. I liked the idea of a wealthy man dying ...maybe murdered? Man Servant? Seemed boring or obvious....how about loyal cat companion?

Now I have two characters, what do I do next? read more

Writing Charlotte

When I write, I want to educate as well as entertain I have fun writing about Charlotte, a clever little pug that thinks she is quite good at solving crimes. As a detective, she has been to many places. Finding a long lost treasure is only one of her many adventures. Find out more about her on her blog:

pugcharlotte.blogspot.com
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REVIEWING BOOKS

I also like reading what other authors write. Connect with me on Goodreads or email me if you wish to share. See some reviews I have done. read more on REVIEWS

How I view Success

I love writing for children. I recently had the honor of doing a presentation on Writing for Children at the Escondido, CA Library's Writer's Group.

When one of my stories was read by a student at his Kindergarten Graduation proudly showing his reading skills, I felt successful as an author for having helped a child learn to read.  read more about writing

NEW PUG CHARLOTTE SERIES

I  would like to share Charlotte's new Black and White Series with you. Illustrations will be done later.
Please comment if you wish.
THE CASE OF THE  GHOST AT THE LAKE. 

                                     
A GHOSTLY CALL
It was another hot Minnesota summer day. Charlotte was in her doghouse lapping up a cool drink and working a crossword puzzle. 
        She was trying to think of a four letter word for rabbit when her cell phone rang. 
        She lay down the puzzle. She hit the button on the phone with her paw. “Crimes and mysteries solved," she answered in her most business-like voice.

         “Charlotte, it’s Jason. You have to help us. There’s something fishy happening at the lake.” readmore