It is Freedom to Read Week in Canada this week, so Iet's celebrate. The core of reading has many benefits from the enjoyment of escaping reality, to seeking knowledge and learning and the broadening of our minds to the world we live in, as well as the histories of...
Did your writing process change between writing both novels? I had to do a lot more research for my second novel, At Least I’m Trying whereas Chasing Through Time was based primarily on real experiences I’ve witnessed. This made my second book much more challenging....
I am excited to announce a new venue for my books. The Little Boutique in Westlock, Alberta is now stocking a number of my books. This is the new larger location for the store and it is filled with local artisan crafts. You can find them on Instagram...
Due to the convenience of technological e-reader devices having to pack and carry physical books is something many people avoid now-a-days. However, if you are like me and only read physical books, preferably paperbacks, when traveling there is a juggling act to be...
For many authors this system gives them a welcome cheque once a year. It is easy to register once you apply and add your newly published books to keep the program updated. On the website the overview states: The Public Lending Right is the right of authors to receive...
Although, as readers, we tend to read what we like, there is some indication that the blending of genres is allowing us to explore other kinds of story. In 2026, this is indicated by the following staples and growing topics and themes. TRENDING GENRES Young Adult (YA)...
The word fervor's definition is 1. great warmth, passion, or earnestness of feeling or 2. intense heat. According to the Romance Writers of America, "Two basic elements comprise every romance novel: a central love story and an emotionally-satisfying and optimistic...
At last month's writers meeting we were given the title - I, Nausea of Yellow Sun. We had to create a story inspired by this title. I am sharing mine. Let me know what you think. As I stand before my fellow Yellow Sun inhabitants after so many years, I note the...
As writers and authors we know we need capture our readers attention. After a potential reader has picked up our book, possibly due to the cover artwork and reading the blurb, the first line or two can clinch the deal. So the most worked on, pondered and despaired...