For me this doesn’t feel like a new book because I wrote it so long ago (my books aren’t coming out in the order I wrote them). I'm so thrilled that this June A Lady in Attendance will finally be in readers' hands. Here are a few of my favorite things about this book - There's a woman with a secret (who doesn’t love a touch of mystery), a quiet hero (ah, the silent type), dentistry in the late 1800s (hey! I see you rolling your eyes but this book will show you that a dentist can be a sweet ... Read More about A new book is coming!
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Book Club Extras!
Book clubs hold a special place in my heart. When my husband was working on his doctorate I was often alone in the evenings. Having a list of book club books to read, gave those nights a purpose. My mind grew from the thought-provoking stories, my heart sighed over happy endings, and I wept over the sad ones. Every month those meetings were a highlight. I would count down the days between meetings and every month we’d spend hours talking books and life. We all felt rejuvenated (despite the lack ... Read More about Book Club Extras!
Ten Books Full of HOPE
Life today looks very different from how it looked only weeks ago. If you’re like me (and my author friends) you are spending more time indoors, less time with people, and on occasion you might feel a little discouraged. Some of us aren’t working, some are physically sick or sick at heart. This new challenge is hard and the grief so many feel is real, but there is HOPE. It is found in the phone calls we make to our loved ones, in the mornings when we wake up to sunshine and birds, and it can ... Read More about Ten Books Full of HOPE
Thoughts About Bravery
As a kid I thought the bravest people were those who did dangerous things and seemed unphased by it. I’m not ready to completely abandon that definition (there are super brave firefighters and mountain climbers) but I’ve also realized that my definition was severely lacking. In the past two weeks I’ve had several chances to witness bravery in quiet, non-dangerous settings. My twelve-year-old is quieter than most of my kids, he’s thoughtful, kind, and somewhat introverted. He likes to read, ... Read More about Thoughts About Bravery
The ABC’s of Azure Springs
Azure Springs is the location of both The Hope of Azure Springs and Yours Truly, Thomas. I have come to adore this tiny Iowa town that is full of heart and adventure, neighborly goodwill, and love. So I had some fun putting together an "ABC" list for Azure Springs! Hope you enjoy it, and comment to add any new ones you think of! Azure Springs- The fictional location for both The Hope of Azure Springs and Yours Truly, Thomas. Beauty- Something we all have to learn to define for ourselves ... Read More about The ABC’s of Azure Springs