by Heidi | Sep 8, 2014 | Adventures of a Debut Author
I’m often asked by readers, “Where do you get your ideas for your novels?” At the risk of sounding completely absurd, I have to say the ideas that prompt the initial paragraphs are a gift. There’s no other explanation. In the case of my current...
by Heidi | Sep 2, 2014 | The Ten on Tuesdays
When I saw the prompt for this week’s Broke and Bookish link, two things happened: I saw the posse from the movie The Breakfast Club (I know, I know that’s not a book) and I envisioned Owen from John Irving’s A Prayer for Owen Meany. The fictional...
by Heidi | Aug 27, 2014 | Wordless Wednesday
This little fella played soccer for the first time ever last Saturday. It was blazing hot with a side of stifling humidity. I’m surprised they all stayed on the field for more than a few seconds. It didn’t seem to dampen his enthusiasm at all. Look at that...
by Heidi | Aug 25, 2014 | Book Buzz
As a writer, I thoroughly enjoy meeting other writers and getting to know the characters they craft in their stories. Adam Carter’s story is a delightful read and I’m grateful he took the time to stop by the blog today and share some interesting things...
by Heidi | Aug 21, 2014 | Motherhood
I took our last child to his last first day of preschool this morning. Are you with me? Good. It was a milestone that passed with little fanfare. I didn’t cry and he didn’t, either. After a few hugs initiated by him and words of encouragement, compliments...