I love writing. It excites me! When I sit down to write every day, I always think, I wonder what’s going to happen today? I usually have an idea where I am going but once I start pounding on the keys of my laptop, ideas and dialogue begin to flow. It’s so fun. But the writing life can be pretty lonely too, so it’s important for me to connect with other authors. I met Kai Strand on a Facebook group for Middle Grade authors and she was kind enough to invite me to do an interview for her book blog….
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3 Days Left To Win A Once In A Lifetime Getaway!
ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT OF OUR GIVEAWAY! Don’t miss your chance to win this once in a lifetime getaway to Sonoma Wine Country and the opportunity to help The Mean Girl Extinction Project, my non-profit. You will stay in the world renown Farmhouse Inn and receive round trip airfare for two, a 4 course dinner in their Michelin starred restaurant and access to free VIP wine tastings to local wineries. The trip is valued at over $5,000 and you can win it for as little as $10.00. Money raised will help provide MUCH needed education and programs for girls….