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 →
Stephanie Davis loves to put books in people’s hands
People who know me know I love libraries. I’ve worked in two and enjoyed the experiences of being around so many great books and people who love them. This interview with the director of my hometown library was a pleasure—I think we have one of the nicest libraries in our area! Please take time to... 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 →
Lesson from Desert Storm
Today is my birthday. I’m sharing a story I wrote near the beginning of my career that still means so much to me b/c of the power of the Bible to help people get through crises. It is an as-told-to story, which means it is someone else’s story and I wrote it for him.... Continue Reading →
Stories of Hope
“Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, among whom I am foremost of all.” I Timothy 1:15 As a writer, I love to write stories of how God has worked in people’s lives. Donna and Thad divorced and later remarried when they allowed God to become central in their marriage. Joe... 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 →
Hades—Profile in Greek Mythology
One of my three books on the Greek gods is on the major god, Hades (the other two are Hephaestus and Hermes). When talking about Hades, things get a little confusing. Hades is one of the major Greek gods. The name also refers to Hades’ kingdom. Yes, Hades rules over Hades, that despicably evil... Continue Reading →
Radio interview of Indonesian craft/recipe book
Recipe and Craft Guide to Indonesia Selamat datang! Welcome to the land of Indonesia! After my daughter, Amanda, moved to Indonesia to teach in 2008, she began bringing home beautiful crafts from this country in Southeast Asia. She also cooked delicious recipes of food dishes that are eaten in Indonesia. When my children’s book editor... Continue Reading →