Gibbs is blogging? I’ve been wondering about the value of blogging a lot this year. Is it worth it? Does it really appeal to readers who may enjoy our fiction? Does it make a difference in trying to reach readers? … Continue reading →

Every once in awhile you meet someone who loves the things you love. Like history for instance. I write during England’s Regency era, officially 1811-1820. I am not an expert on the war from either side of the Pond. I … Continue reading →

James Scott Bell came to Cincinnati on September 15th-16th with his next level fiction writing seminar. I’ve been studying what I call, “The Bell Method” for years now. Why you ask? Because Jim is one out-standing teacher. In the words of … Continue reading →

Who Are You? I recently had a good time answering questions over at the Killzone with Joe Hartlaub and his blog post, Let’s Have Some Fun It was a great way to get to know others a bit better. So … Continue reading →

In the October 2012 Writer’s Digest the editor, Jessica Strawser, asked Patricia Cornwell if she uses an outline when she writes. Ms. Cornwell explained that she’s an “organic” writer. I was thrilled. I’m no longer a-seat-of-the-pants writer, I’m an organic writer. Yippee! You may be … Continue reading →

It’s been a wonderful week with Diane Stortz visiting my blog. I hope all of you who would like to try reading through the Bible in a year will consider using, A Woman’s Guide to Reading the Bible in a … Continue reading →

 Please welcome my very special guest blogger and friend, Diane Stortz. If you’ve been wanting to read through the Bible and have never tried to do it in a year this is a wonderful opportunity. Diane has written a book … Continue reading →

Everyone has a bad day once in awhile, but don’t let it steal your joy.  Find something beautiful and colorful to lift your spirit, like the umbrella’s in this picture. They just make me smile. I’ve found it important lately … Continue reading →

Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “Do the thing and you’ll have the power.” I’ve found that to be sound advice while writing the three books for my first published series. I feel like an Olympian with a gold medal. I’ve finished … Continue reading →

I was recently asked to send some questions to a book club regarding my first novel. I was thrilled that the hostess had chosen my book, Secrets of the Heart, to discuss. So I’m currently pulling together a list of … Continue reading →