Here is a photo of a student who read my book, Recipe and Craft Guide to Indonesia, and made one of the crafts. Kiah read the directions for the weaving project and made herself a brightly-colored belt for herself. It’s beautiful! You can spot it in the photo laying atop some items from Indonesia. There... Continue Reading →
Indonesian recipe: Mie Goreng (‘fried noodle’)
This is a fun, tasty dish for kids to make with a little help from an adult. It's from my book, Recipe and Craft Guide to Indonesia. My helper is eighth grader Paige. Let me know if you choose to make this dish and how it turns out. It is especially good made with shrimp. Yum! If... Continue Reading →
Book talks with school children is great fun!
On March 30, 2011, I had the great opportunity to speak to several school classes in my area about being a writer. This was a special treat because not only did I meet new friends, I was able to visit with some old friends. At Ossian Elementary School I spoke to 100 third graders... Continue Reading →
Great turnout at my first free writing workshop!
Thanks to everyone who attended my first free writing workshop on April 1, 2011, at the Brew Ha Coffee Shop in Ossian. We had a great turnout! Sixteen people attended, creating a friendly and interested group. In this day of high gas prices I was honored to discover they came from a variety of... Continue Reading →
Join the Bluffton Christian Writing Club!
If you've always wanted to be a published writer and live in Wells, Adams, Allen or Huntington counties of Indiana (you're welcome to come from further away), you may want to consider joining the Bluffton Christian Writing Club. We meet the second Monday night of each month year-round at River Terrace Estates on the north... Continue Reading →
Romance author provides encouragement, mentoring
If you want to be a writer, you must study your craft. Take advantage of opportunities to learn about writing from experts. Those of us in the Fort Wayne area have unique opportunities to learn about writing from seasoned author Shirley Jump. Each month she offers a free workshop at a Barnes & Noble bookstore.... Continue Reading →
Want to be a published writer?
"7 Tips to Getting Published – No Fooling!” If you've always wanted to be a published writer, this FREE workshop is for you. It will be held on Friday, April 1, 2011, at the Brew Ha Espresso Café in Ossian at 6-6:45 p.m. 122 S. Jefferson 260.622.6027 As the author of nine children’s books, several Chicken Soup... Continue Reading →
Colorful Pepper Salad with Sesame Seeds
Do you love to crunch your teeth into fresh vegetables like red and yellow peppers and cucumbers? Here is a recipe you’ll want to pull out the cutting board for — Pepper Salad with Sesame Seeds. It is included in my book, Recipe and Craft Guide to Indonesia (Mitchell Lane Publishing 2010). ISBN: 9781584159346 My... Continue Reading →
Laurie Gray, author of Summer Sanctuary
I have the privilege of knowing Laurie Gray, award-winning author of Summer Sanctuary. This book has earned many favorable reviews. Look for this book in your library. If it is not available from your library, ask your librarian to order this book. You’ll enjoy it. *** Sometimes the idea for a book is right... Continue Reading →
Recipe and Craft Guide to Indonesia–Sophie
Yesterday we talked about Hades, one of my Greek gods books. A friend of mine, Brady, is a great student and has enjoyed reading all three of the Greek gods books at school. Today I wanted to introduce you to Sophie. She helped me with the Recipe and Craft Guide to Indonesia book (Mitchell Lane... Continue Reading →