Trial By Fire

ChrisDragons, Penned Con, UtopIA, YA

I’m about halfway through copy edits for Trial By Fire. Copy edits are the last chance an author has to change a word or rearrange a sentence.  This means that I am talking out loud to see how dialogue sounds and calling my husband in from the other room to ask which word sounds better. He gives his opinion, smiles and … Read More

Shadowhunters Premiere

ChrisYA

Did you watch the Shadowhunters Premiere last night? If not, you should go find it on Demand or online or somewhere because it was awesome. Was it different from the books? Yes. Is that okay? Yes, as long as it’s entertaining. Here are some of my favorite quotes from the books. And, if you haven’t read them you should.  

Words of Wisdom

ChrisPenned Con, UtopIA, YA

I thought I’d share some words of wisdom which made me smile. Sometimes it’s all about how you look at the situation. For more like this, check out my Pinterest Board Wise Words.

Gridlock Gripe, or Why I was Late to Work

ChrisReaders, Uncategorized

My commute to the day job is about twenty-five minutes on a good day. I take a back road two-lane highway most of the way to work. Occasionally I get stuck behind a tractor or a school bus. Monday, I had to attend a day of workshops at a different location. I decided to take the main highway. This ended … Read More

Happy New Year!

ChrisPenned Con, UtopIA, YA

Happy New Year! What are your plans, hopes, and dreams for this year? Notice I didn’t use the word Resolution. Resolution seems to imply that you  must accomplish a task or you’ve failed. It’s too much pressure. The new year is supposed to be a time for making a fresh start. Not a time to freak out about all the stuff … Read More

Trial By Fire : Release Date

ChrisDragons, Penned Con, UtopIA, young adult

I have a release date for Trial By Fire. And yes, release dates have been known to change, but as of today Trial By Fire is scheduled to come out April 4, 2016. The book title is up on Goodreads. If you want to add it to your Want-to-Read list just click this link: Trial By Fire  (Go on, click it. I’ll … Read More

Happy Holidays Snow Globe

ChrisPenned Con, UtopIA, YA

Happy Holidays!  I love snow globes. I wanted to share this amazing 3D snow globe animation featuring a year in the life of a Christmas Tree: created by www.smoothe.com 

Christmas Gifts for Readers & Writers

ChrisPenned Con, Readers, Uncategorized, UtopIA, YA

In the market for some cool gifts for the Readers and Writers on your Christmas list? Check out these unusual items. Laser Projection Virtual Keyboard Aqua Notes Waterproof Notepad Custom Penguin Books Pillow Case Thumb Thing Book Page Holder Soap for Writer’s Block What are you hoping that Santa brings you?

The Ugly Christmas Sweater

ChrisMade Me Laugh, UtopIA, young adult

Do you participate in the Ugly Christmas Sweater trend? While I’ve never been to an Ugly Christmas Sweater party, I can appreciate the delightful extremism of some Christmas sweaters from years gone by. Here are some examples of the best of the worst. And yes, these are real sweaters that someone bought once upon a time in the 80’s and 90’s. … Read More

Adult Coloring Books

ChrisDragons, young adult

What do you think of the Adult Coloring Book craze? I have to admit I’ve looked longingly at the Harry Potter coloring book.                 There are the Adult Coloring Books that feature patterns like this one. : A Coloring Book for Adults Featuring Mandalas and Henna Inspired Flowers, Animals, and Paisley Patterns  which could … Read More

Make Me Laugh Wednesday-Crochet Edition

ChrisUncategorized, UtopIA, young adult

I am a crochet addict. Whenever I sit down to watch TV, I crochet.  I crochet during my lunch hour at work. I crochet while I’m waiting at the doctor’s office or for any other appointment. Crocheting is like valium in craft-form. Here’s a little Crocheting humor.

Resident Evil

ChrisThe Walking Dead, Uncategorized, YA

I’ve discussed my obsession with The Walking Dead. My first venture into zombie apocalypse territory started years ago with the Resident Evil movies. I totally admit that I only watch them on TV so I can pause and then fast forward through the gory parts. And I don’t understand why the writers felt compelled to include bizarre mutants which become giant ax-wielding mutants in … Read More