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Last week I found out that Escape to Fort Abercrombieis a finalist in the Will Rogers Medallion Awards and also received the Peacemaker Award from the Western Fictioneers. I feel so blessed to be in the company of so many great writers. This photo is from a 2018 visit to Fort Abercrombie historical site in […]

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Writing is a solitary endeavor. It helps to network with other writers from time to time. Last week I hosted a tea party for local writers. The guests were limited to the number I could seat around my dining room table. Sue Ready, a blogger and book reviewer, hosted with me. My job was to […]

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On Sunday, August 12, Fort Abercrombie helped me celebrate the release of my new book, Escape to Fort Abercrombie. Publicist and Agent, Krista Soukup from Blue Cottage Agency did a great job in promoting the event and taking photographs. Leah and Rebekah Soukup dressed up like Laura Ingalls and acted as greeters. Former classmates Perry […]

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Timeless Appeal in Pequot Lakes is a new shop showcasing local artists and authors. Cathy Malecha started this little treasure after Memorial Day because she saw an opportunity to celebrate artisans of all genres to the many tourists who visit this area. She was nice enough to include my books. Thank you, Cathy! I really […]

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Thanks to all of you who helped make the launch of Escape to Fort Abercrombie a success. How fun to connect with readers. The Crossing Arts Alliance graciously hosted the event and Lakes Area Music Festival allowed us to use their beautiful space for my book reading. My daughter, Faith Kimbler, helped with the food […]

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Thanks to my successful Five Wings Arts Grant, I am doing a media blitz with Blue Cottage Agency to provide marketing and expertise to promote my newest book, ESCAPE TO FORT ABERCROMBIE. I spent the morning helping my publicist Krista Soukup get the postcards ready to go out to Minnesota libraries. What fun to recognize […]

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Ready to get your writing out in the world, but not sure where to start? Stumped on how to know if your writing is ready for publishing, or how to connect with an agent? Get tips directly from regional authors and publishers on writing and publishing, and network with other writers and brush up on […]

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Getting closer to the release of Escape to Fort Abercrombie. I’m very pleased with this Booklist review. What do you think? Booklist (12-12-17) This title releases FEB 2018 “The bittersweet ending leaves the reader just the right amount of unfinished drama to complete the next chapter in his or her own mind. A good read.” […]

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Today my publicist, Krista Soukup of the BLUE COTTAGE AGENCY joined me for a work day to plan the release of ESCAPE TO FORT ABERCROMBIE.  This new YA/Crossover is set to be released by Five Star Cengage (a subsidy of the Thorndike Conglomeration) in February 2018. What is a YA/Crossover? It’s a young adult book […]

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