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Writer – Thinker – Daydream Believer

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Posted on August 1, 2018August 2, 2018

The Dog Days of Summer

Well, it’s official. The dog days of summer have arrived! Though I’ve managed to remain fairly productive in my writing … Continue reading >The Dog Days of Summer

Posted on July 9, 2018

The Creative Process

One of the coolest things about writing is the fact that there’s no right or wrong way of doing it. … Continue reading >The Creative Process

Posted on June 4, 2018June 4, 2018

Circumstantial Writer’s Block

Y’all, I’ve got writer’s block. It’s self-diagnosed, of course, but the symptoms are clear: creative lethargy, stuffy thoughts, stale ideas. … Continue reading >Circumstantial Writer’s Block

Posted on May 16, 2018May 16, 2018

Poetic Propensities and Greyt Words: “Thunderstorm”

It’s no secret that I love to rhyme. In fact, the majority of the picture books that I write begin … Continue reading >Poetic Propensities and Greyt Words: “Thunderstorm”

Posted on April 2, 2018May 16, 2018

Greyt Words: “Springtime”

Hey, everybody! It’s time for another round of Greyt Words! This month’s poem is all about springtime… from the perspective … Continue reading >Greyt Words: “Springtime”

Posted on March 5, 2018

Opossums and Panic

Fun fact! Did you know that when a possum “plays dead,” she’s actually fainting as a result of a panic … Continue reading >Opossums and Panic

Posted on February 14, 2018

Greyt Words: “How Do I Love Greys?”

Hello, friends! Happy Valentine’s Day!! Back in 2014, I was a guest writer for the Northern Lights Greyhound Adoption Dog … Continue reading >Greyt Words: “How Do I Love Greys?”

Posted on January 1, 2018

Failed Resolutions (And How to Move On!)

New Year’s resolutions. I’ve always had mixed feelings about them. On one hand, it’s nice to have goals. But on … Continue reading >Failed Resolutions (And How to Move On!)

Posted on December 18, 2017December 18, 2017

Writing What I Know (A Picture Book Teaser!)

Hey everybody! Today I’m going to talk a little bit more about the picture books I’m writing, all of which … Continue reading >Writing What I Know (A Picture Book Teaser!)

Posted on December 4, 2017

*Peeks Out From Underneath Rock*

Hello, and welcome to my blog! I must admit, I’m a teensy bit terrified to share this first entry with … Continue reading >*Peeks Out From Underneath Rock*

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