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A few weeks ago, I bought a new kitchen toy for myself, a Dash Mini Pie Maker, like the one you can find here except mine is pumpkin orange. Of course, I had to give it a Pre-Thanksgiving run to see how it works. I read a lot of online reviews before firing it up,… Continue reading A Little Fall Baking
Today, I approved the proof copy of the paperback version of A Covid Christmas Story. And, while I don't feel romance in the air, I couldn't be happier with the way the book turned out. If you are looking for the book, you can find it here. Hopefully, it will be available on Amazon soon… Continue reading Proof Copy Approved!
Proof copy in hand. This is not a drill, I repeat, this is not a drill! I received my proof copy yesterday, but things around here were a bit chaotic so I didn't get to share it with you guys. Instead, I did some freelance writing and took part in a Hocus Pocus 2 watch… Continue reading It Came
Yesterday, I finished the final edits on my novel and took the plunge. I uploaded everything onto draft2digital and self-published my novel. This was a hard decision, since I wanted to publish through the traditional route but didn't want to wait the year or two it could take to get someone on board. I need… Continue reading It’s official…Coming November 1, 2022
"It's the hardest thing I'll ever have to do To look you in the eye And tell you I don't love you It's the hardest thing I'll ever have to lie To show no emotion when you start to cry I can't let you see what you mean to me When my hands are tied… Continue reading The Hardest Thing
Sometimes it feels like my house will never be clean. I try to keep things put away, but it never lasts. Once upon a time, my house was neat and clean. Of course, I don't actually remember that day. With a revolving door of children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and pets, it's hard to keep things… Continue reading Buried in Stuff
Well, well, well, it's back to school time y'all! This year we have three kids going to three different schools, so morning dropoffs take quite a bit of time. So cute in his uniform! Oh yes, she dressed herself! So handsome! Now that the kiddos are back in school every day, it's time to get… Continue reading Back To School
Yesterday, I celebrated my 40th birthday. It was a great day, filled with family and friends, plenty of time with my children, and a few great presents. My kiddos got me some fantastic Halloween inspired pillows, a Jack the Pumpkin King, and Zero, Jack's faithful ghost dog. My daughter, Kora, created these amazing runes for… Continue reading Happy 40th Birthday To Me!
If you know me at all, you know that fall is my favorite time of year. Halloween is my spirit holiday. Honestly, the months between August through December are my absolute favorite. I love leggings, sweaters, fuzzy socks, cozy blankets, and crisp fall air. "Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree."… Continue reading Here Comes Autumn…A Preview Of What’s To Come
Today, I want to talk about editing. It's the bane of many writer's existence. For me, it's such a daunting task that I find myself coming up with chore after chore that needs done before I can get to the editing of my story. I love my story, don't get me wrong. I think it's… Continue reading To Cut or Not To Cut…Editing and Workshopping for the Passive-Aggressive Writer
Cathy Marie Bown 