Woodinville Wine Country, Washington – Woodinville: Bottles, Books, And Babes
Woodinville Wine Country, Washington – Woodinville: Bottles, Books, And Babes You like books, right? Since you’re reading, I’m gonna guess you like me a little bit, too. I know you’ll love my friends, Corbin Lewars and Monica Murphy LeMoine, when you meet them. What? That’s not enough to get you off the sofa on a … Read more
Get the "F" Outta Here!
That’s right… You know what word I’m talking about. It’s that four-letter word that makes you feel dirty; makes you feel like running and hiding, lest anyone see how uncomfortable it makes you. C’mon, now, spell it with me… F – E – A – R! Confession: I am terrified to read in public. I … Read more
There’s a Reason Agents Get 15 Percent
So, you’ve written a book. Congratulations! That’s the easy part. Now, get ready to find an agent. I like to think there are three primary methods of securing an agent: The Set-Up. You know someone who knows someone who met someone who had the business card of an agent. Or, you are fortunate enough to … Read more
Move Over, Elvis… Memphis has a New Darling!
Okay, maybe I’m not going to be bigger than Elvis. The undeniable fact, though, is that someone in Memphis loves me – and my book! Joe Spake knows real estate. He knows Memphis. He’s a guy who knows and blogs what he likes, and currently, he likes my book. Here’s what Joe had to say: … Read more
Denis Sheehan of "Askew Reviews" Reviews "Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood I Learned from Animal House"
Denis Sheehan is more than the editor/publisher of Askew Reviews (“an independent zine that doesn’t suck!”). He’s more than the author of A Nobody’s Nothings and The Longsberry Letters. He’s a great friend, and not above bribery. As evidence, I present to you Denis’s review of my book, Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood … Read more
Author Stan Morse Reviews "Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood I Learned from Animal House"
You may recognize today’s reviewer from our adoption photo. Stan is not only a good friend and wonderful author, but he was also our adoption attorney! Stan’s book, Circling the Earth in a Wheelchair, has a place of prominence on my bookshelf and in my heart. You can order your copy directly from Stan by … Read more
My Book’s First Review
Dave Peckham, Christian writer and author of several books (including “Shepherd Warrior,” cover image to left), reviewed “Everything I Need to Know About Motherhood I Learned from Animal House!” I am lucky enough to count Dave among my real life friends and mentors, and his review humbles and means a lot to me. Here’s what … Read more
My Book is Almost HERE! Order Your Copy NOW!
Guess what, kids! You can order my book before it’s officially released and save the tax and shipping charges! Want a preview? Here’s the front cover (click to enlarge): And here’s the back cover (click to actually read the words): And here’s where you can click to order it through PayPal for just $10.00! (I’ll … Read more
Miranda Writes, Part 9
A little bit about my novel-in-progress, Miranda Writes: Miranda Sutter is a vegan, a bartender, and a writer – not necessarily in that order. She knows that the next Great American Novel is rolling around inside her head, if she can just find the right inspiration… The solution? Consult with one very dead writer by … Read more
I Only Associate with Geniuses. Buy Their Books.
Have I ever mentioned how amazingly talented my friends are? Talk about literary genius! The only reason I hang out with them is because I’m secretly hoping they’ll spill the beans and give away their secrets for juggling careers, kids, husbands, divorces, sailing around the world, backpacking through third-world countries and writing while somehow staying … Read more
I Can Make YOU Seem Funny, Too!
In case you missed it, I was recently commissioned to write a humorous piece on real estate for The Wittery. The idea is to get professionals thinking about using humor in their marketing. You can read my piece, titled “The Dodgy Real Estate Agent,” here. Oh, and there are some other funny funsters to read … Read more
Bad Gratitude Monday: Family Treasures, Poetry & Cutter Racing
Did y’all know I’ve written a little poetry in my time? Well, I have. You can stop laughing, now. The thing is, I never had a gift for rhymed verse, though I wanted to. I totally wanted to rock that ABAB or ABBA or ABCBA rhyming scheme, but I actually sucked at it. I like … Read more
The Gonzo Mama Guest Blogs for The Wittery
The Wittery is a new venture started by some folks who wanted to put together a marketplace for publishers to find humor writers – and for humor writers to find jobs. The service is still in its infancy/beta, but I offered them a post for their blog to help get things rolling. Stubble Trouble was … Read more
Like I Said… Fame and Fortune
Maybe you thought I was exaggerating a wee bit when I said I was on the road to fame and fortune. O, ye of little faith! I’ve recently been published in Hip Mama #45. In fact, if you look closely, you’ll see I made the cover (“Child Rearing Lessons from the Frat House”)! Since Hip … Read more
Miranda Writes, Part 8
A little bit about my novel-in-progress, Miranda Writes: Miranda Sutter is a vegan, a bartender, and a writer – not necessarily in that order. She knows that the next Great American Novel is rolling around inside her head, if she can just find the right inspiration… The solution? Consult with one very dead writer by … Read more
Miranda Writes, Part 7
A little bit about my novel-in-progress, Miranda Writes: Miranda Sutter is a vegan, a bartender, and a writer – not necessarily in that order. She knows that the next Great American Novel is rolling around inside her head, if she can just find the right inspiration… The solution? Consult with one very dead writer by … Read more
Miranda Writes, Part 6
A little bit about my novel-in-progress, Miranda Writes: Miranda Sutter is a vegan, a bartender, and a writer – not necessarily in that order. She knows that the next Great American Novel is rolling around inside her head, if she can just find the right inspiration… The solution? Consult with one very dead writer by … Read more
Miranda Writes, Part 5
A little bit about my novel-in-progress, Miranda Writes: Miranda Sutter is a vegan, a bartender, and a writer – not necessarily in that order. She knows that the next Great American Novel is rolling around inside her head, if she can just find the right inspiration… The solution? Consult with one very dead writer by … Read more
Miranda Writes, Part 4
A little bit about my novel-in-progress, Miranda Writes: Miranda Sutter is a vegan, a bartender, and a writer – not necessarily in that order. She knows that the next Great American Novel is rolling around inside her head, if she can just find the right inspiration… The solution? Consult with one very dead writer by … Read more
Miranda Writes, Part 3
A little bit about my novel-in-progress, Miranda Writes: Miranda Sutter is a vegan, a bartender, and a writer – not necessarily in that order. She knows that the next Great American Novel is rolling around inside her head, if she can just find the right inspiration… The solution? Consult with one very dead writer by … Read more
