PubSmart Conference and a repeat meander …

Bonjour! I am in Charleston, South Carolina, attending the 3-day PubSmart Conference and I can tell you there has been a lot of excellent information to absorb.   Here’s a quick explanation: “PubSmart is about introducing new models that lead to smart decisions about how to seize opportunities in today’s transformed book marketplace”. The keynote speakers,

Celebrate Bette’s new website + a BONUS giveaway

My good friend, the talented Bette Lee Crosby has a new website. With all of the bestsellers Bette has written in the past couple of years, it was time to provide them with a new home. To celebrate the launch of this website, 5 of us are pleased to be joining  Bette in this fabulous

Celebrating others ~ a cover reveal and a new release!

There are so many rewards to being part of the amazing online writing community.  I can’t say enough about the collegiality, respect, information sharing, friendship, learning and laughter that are a regular part of our daily interactions through social media. The diversity of talent astounds me and through the benefit of many new friendships and

Not just one, but TWO promises …

2013 Theme: THE GENDER AGENDA: GAINING MOMENTUM “Over time and distance, the equal rights of women have progressed. We celebrate the achievements of women while remaining vigilant and tenacious for further sustainable change. There is global momentum for championing women’s equality.” Here’s the first promise: To help accomplish this simple task today … right now

Book Club Wisdom

I know I keep mentioning the fabulous online community of literati – writers, bloggers, readers, editors, reviewers, designers –  the list goes on – and it’s such a buzz to be connected with all of you. Yes, YOU – because dear readers, you are an equally important part of the equation! It’s always a pleasure