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On Writing House On Fire

On Writing House On Fire

I recently finished The Crown. I’m not much of a TV person. It’s common for me to view an episode or two of a series with my husband, lose interest, then proceed to do other things while he follows a show through to its finale. I can count on one hand the series I’ve watched […]

January 8, 2024 | By | Reply More
Striving for Imperfection, Seeking Perseverance

Striving for Imperfection, Seeking Perseverance

Striving for Imperfection, Seeking Perseverance. I’ve posted before about the writing retreats in France I co-facilitate with agent extraordinaire, April Eberhardt. Since I was first asked to teach in France I’ve been trying to learn French via Duolingo. A little bit every day for the past 18 or so months. I may not be able […]

January 5, 2024 | By | Reply More
Finally, a Species of Gratitude: The Processes of Writing “A Lucky Breath”

Finally, a Species of Gratitude: The Processes of Writing “A Lucky Breath”

Finally, a Species of Gratitude: The Processes of Writing “A Lucky Breath” My new memoir, “A Lucky Breath,” is the story of the years I lived in a Costa Rican village told within the context of the days and months surrounding my divorce from the man I married there.  The memoir opens before dawn on […]

January 2, 2024 | By | Reply More
Writing From the Heart: Nancy Julien Kopp

Writing From the Heart: Nancy Julien Kopp

Writing From the Heart Almost every day, I find a moment to write. A moment and more that take me away from everyday tasks and immerse me into a writing life filled with words from my heart. I write essays, poems, and stories detailing the events that bring basic emotions into my life. Pain, anguish, […]

January 2, 2024 | By | Reply More
On Writing Holistic Wealth by Keisha Blair

On Writing Holistic Wealth by Keisha Blair

My writing journey has been a meandering one. I started writing a memoir and then a viral article prompted me to change course when the world responded to an article that I initially felt vulnerable about when I hit the “publish” button. That article captivated an audience of 50 million people globally. The second paragraph […]

December 30, 2023 | By | Reply More
Ten Books by Canadian Authors you should read now! 

Ten Books by Canadian Authors you should read now! 

Ten Books by Canadian Authors you should read now!  By Maggie Giles Before my first book came out, I began to get more involved in my local book community. This meant connecting with many different Canadian Authors. It opened me up to a bunch of amazing books I’d never heard of before. These authors masterfully […]

December 14, 2023 | By | Reply More
On Writing The Narcissist and the Awakening

On Writing The Narcissist and the Awakening

 In my book The Narcissist and the Awakening, I explore the psychological and spiritual sides of what’s happening during these forms of contact, as well as offer healing methods and ways of living to support continued growth and love. In between chapters, a different meditation technique or practice is included, serving as a guidepost and […]

December 9, 2023 | By | Reply More
Confessions of a Rock ‘n’ Roll Name-Dropper: My Life Leading Up to John Lennon’s Last Interview

Confessions of a Rock ‘n’ Roll Name-Dropper: My Life Leading Up to John Lennon’s Last Interview

Confessions of a Rock ‘n’ Roll Name-Dropper: My Life Leading Up to John Lennon’s Last Interview is more than just a typical Beatle bio – it’s my memoir, the story of my early rock radio-related life and career wrapped around what tragically turned out to be John Lennon’s last day on the planet. On that […]

December 8, 2023 | By | Reply More
Authors Interviewing Characters: Jessica Strawser

Authors Interviewing Characters: Jessica Strawser

ABOUT THE LAST CARETAKER A woman in search of a new beginning is put to the test in ways she never imagined in an empowering and provocative page-turner by the author of Not That I Could Tell. Katie’s divorce was, in a word, humiliating. So when her friend Bess offers a fresh start—a resident caretaking job […]

December 1, 2023 | By | Reply More
On Writing Sweet Freedom Whispered in My Ear

On Writing Sweet Freedom Whispered in My Ear

“Sweet Freedom Whispered in My Ear” is a memoir that delves into the depths of my life, a testament to the resilience of the human spirit overcoming the severe trauma and abuse. Over the years, many have urged me to write this book, finding inspiration in my story and believing in its power to provide […]

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