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Coyote Con, Weight Loss, and Signings

Saturday, April 17th, 2010

Just got back from today’s book signing, and what a blast! Thanks to everyone who came out and made it such a success. It made a rainy Saturday afternoon feel surprisingly vibrant. ;)

I really love doing multiple author panels/signings. It’s fun to talk about craft, about ideas, about inspiration. Writing can be such a lonely business, and it truly is a kick in the pants to see how others are succeeding. It’s that ‘you can do this’ push you need. And I’m grateful for it everytime I get together with these lovely, talented ladies.

As with most signings, there were lots of goodies. Cookies, chocolates, and even frappuccinos! Unfortunately, I was unable to have ANY. *sniff, sniff* I started the Biggest Loser Club about two weeks ago. I finally got fed up with this excess baby weight, which despite having breastfed (TMI, maybe?) and running after a very energetic toddler, seems to have gotten stuck on my hips, butt and thighs. It was time to say GOODBYE. Summer is coming and I refuse to hit the beach looking like a whale. So, I took charge and joined the Club. I’ve lost 2.5 lbs so far, and I’m eating healthier than ever before. Plus, it forces me to work out on a nearly daily basis, which despite feeling like I hardly have the time, I squeeze in much to my benefit. I feel great. I have much more energy and I’m anxiously looking forward to reaching my goal weight! So, I’ll be posting about that occasionally, and maybe you guys can cheer me along? Pretty please?I can use the support. Especially when being stared down my yummy, sodium full chinese food. I think that might be more my weakness than chocolate. *sigh*

On a completely unrelated note, I am SO excited to be a part of the upcoming Coyote Con, hosted by Drollerie Press, and part of MayNoWriMo, hosted by Joely Sue Burkhart. I’ll be doing guest blog posts, and taking part in panels about digital lit, YA fiction, fairy tales in fiction, and more. It’s going to be such a blast. I really hope you’ll take the time to check it out! It’ll be well worth your time, I guarantee it!

Check out the info below!

Drollerie Press Chat

Sunday, February 28th, 2010

Join Drollerie Press authors tonight at 9pm EST for a fun night of chatting about books, writing, and specifically, the Brenda Novak Auction to benefit Diabetes Research. There will be book giveaways and lots of laughter. The link goes live right before chat and there is no password required (just a chat name we can address you by). We look forward to seeing you there!

Making Appearances

Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

I’m all over the place these days. In a good and a bad way. But definitely heading toward the more positive.

I’ve been planning a few events so I’m thrilled for the signings that are coming up. It’s such a blast to be around other authors and around readers who are just as passionate about reading as I am about writing.

Check out some of my online and in person appearances:

Guest Author at The Write Type

Book Geek Wednesday at Tales from the Hollow Tree

Romance Panel at Borders Farmington, CT – February 13th

Updates and Blogosphere

Friday, October 16th, 2009

I’ve done some fall cleaning!

I have (FINALLY) updated the blog with the addition of Zerah’s Chosen to the book section (on the left sidebar). It has a link to the excerpt and buy page. I have also added Drollerie Press’ logo to the Publisher tab on the bottom left.

On the right sidebar, I have added a newsletter sign-up box. The first letter will probably go out late this month, early next month, so sign up now! :)

My website will be getting updated this weekend as well, with all of the updates on Zerah, excerpt page, links, an appearances page, and newsletter sign up info.

And finally, Heather Ingemar is the featured author today at Tales from the Hollow Tree! :) Check out what she has to say about Gothic Young Adult fiction.

Interview and Giveaway

Friday, October 2nd, 2009

I have a fun, in-depth interview up at Susan Hanniford Crowley’s blog, Nights of Passion. I talk about Zerah, my inspirations, my backlist and being a stay at home mom/writer. :)

Check it out for a chance to win a Henna Body Art Kit and a free copy of Zerah’s Chosen!