Favorite Halloween Books for Kids
My Halloween box is full of picture books. These are a few of my favorites that are aging well along with my kids. Mercy Watson: Princess in Disguise by Kate […]
From Hazel’s Kitchen: White Chocolate Cranberry Pecan Cookies
I have had a half dozen people ask me why this recipe didn’t make it into the back of Guilt is Midnight Blue. So, by popular demand here is my […]
From Hazel’s Kitchen: Swig Style Apple Cinnamon Cookies
If there’s something Hazel and I have in common it’s our righteous indignation on behalf of apples. What happened to apple season people? Everyone just wants to got straight to […]
From Hazel’s Kitchen: S’mores Truffles
Each summer Hazel puts these seasonal delights back on the Books and Chocolate menu. I hope you enjoy them! S’mores Truffles 1/2 c. whipping cream 1/3 c. sugar 6 Tb. […]
Why My Kids Do Their Chores
Disclaimer: This can be a controversial and stressful topic for lots of parents. Remember, the number one key to good parenting is to be true to yourself. However, yourself is […]
Bounty Book Lists
I unashamedly pay my kids to read books that I want them to read. These are books that are challenging for them or that I really love myself and want […]
Cover Reveal and Teaser
I am excited to reveal the cover for my next book: Guilt is Midnight Blue. Hazel Dean has an ability to see other’s emotions in color. She mostly uses it […]
Book Cover Design
When Eburnean Books told me they wanted to publish Love Over Easy, I asked them if it was alright if I hire the cover designer on my own. I had […]
The Beauty of the Fleeting
My mom is visiting this week and I couldn’t be happier. She and I live about 2100 miles apart and her visits are rare but so treasured for our whole […]
Introducing My Next Book: Guilt is Midnight Blue
I’m thrilled to report that I have finished the beta reader draft of my next book! After three drafts, it’s ready for a few people to read through it with […]
