Just when I think I've become familiar with all the resources at my local library, I'll happen upon yet another free feature. Today it was the surprise of finding a self-publishing community! Indie Author Project--bringing together public libraries, authors, curators, and readers--started out as a partnership with Library Journal, and turned into a publishing community. … Continue reading Self-Publishing and the Local Library
Relax, there will be an Answer
Have you ever had a dilemma and suddenly--without any effort from you--the answer became clear? That's what happened to me last week. The dilemma was one of those fuzzy impressions, hard to put my finger on, a nagging weight on my mind, frustration. It seemed to be related to my many writing projects and interests, … Continue reading Relax, there will be an Answer
Summer Learning
Even though most schools are closing for the summer, learning doesn't stop. In fact, learning outside of school can be one of the most valuable ways to increase our--and our kids' and grandkids'--knowledge and understanding in various fields of interest. From what I understand from working in the education field, and from personal experience, learning … Continue reading Summer Learning
Update – the Calgary READS Big Book Sale has been cancelled
With the wellbeing of our community in mind, the Big Book Sale has been cancelled... Take special care & take comfort in books and reading aloud!From all of us at Calgary READS Thanks for giving it your best shot, Calgary READS! You are awesome and it will happen in the future! By the way, anyone … Continue reading Update – the Calgary READS Big Book Sale has been cancelled
This Calgary 2021 Spring Book Sale is a GO!
MAY 11 2021 UPDATE THE SALE HAS BEEN CANCELLED For years and years over the long winters in Calgary, I've been cheered by looking forward to the 2 huge book sales in May. Last year we had to be patient, and this year one of them is happening! I contacted Calgary READS a month ago. … Continue reading This Calgary 2021 Spring Book Sale is a GO!
Inspirational Quote By Stephen King: “Quiet people have…”
Treasure Hunt!
As I posted a few days ago, the first book in the upcoming Sci-Fi Fantasy Leoshine series, Leoshine Princess Oracle, is launching. To celebrate, author N. MacCameron and her friends have ingeniously created this Treasure Hunt to celebrate her book. If you signed up for the hunt, this is one of the stops on this … Continue reading Treasure Hunt!
A heads-up for fans of Sci-Fi Fantasy Adventure
Is Leoshine a Princess, a Slave, or a Queen? The first book in the upcoming Leoshine series, Leoshine Princess Oracle, will lead you into the fascinating world created by talented author N. MacCameron. To find out more about Leoshine, and the launch of this inspiring series, head over to https://leoshine.micandpen.com/ . There you'll also find … Continue reading A heads-up for fans of Sci-Fi Fantasy Adventure
Review of To See the Moon Again
It's February, when I usually pick my favorite romance novel of the past year to review. But this time I'm deviating a bit from Valentine's Day. This book is not a romance, or a story about a man and a woman. But is a story with a lot of heart, about a friendship between an … Continue reading Review of To See the Moon Again
Nature Break
Hi everybody, since it's the middle of the winter, and the world is STILL not back to normal, here is a little "nature break" video for you - with chill music! It's a collection of pictures and videos I took in the neighborhood park, most in 2020. I hope it gives you that "Ahhhh" feeling. … Continue reading Nature Break
Happily Writing 