Writers are often asked, “Where do you get your ideas?” Some TV shows, such as Law & Order, have episodes that are ripped from the headlines. What exactly does that mean?For me, it’s a merging of an idea I had (What if …?) with something I read or hear about. This past weekend, I saw […]
Trick or Treat – Halloween Spider!
Today is Halloween, and this cute idea is perfect for a party or just to serve your own boos and ghouls. I saw a similar spider on Pinterest, and adapted it to what I had. Isn’t that part of the fun of creating, taking something you’ve seen and making it your own? Halloween Spider For […]
We’d Rather Be Writing – Release Day October 30!
Today is the big day for We’d Rather Be Writing – 88 Authors Share Timesaving Dinner Recipes and Other Tips! The ebook version was available for presale, but both ebook and print editions are available now. Proceeds will be donated to No Kid Hungry, whose goal is to end child hunger in America.Due to space considerations […]
Fall Favorite – Pumpkin Whip
Pumpkin is everywhere, in every food and beverage. I don’t remember that it was this prevalent even five years ago – pumpkin has the best-ever publicist 🙂 I like pumpkin’s sweet flavor, similar to a couple of my other favorite autumn squashes: butternut and acorn. Their sweetness is brought out by roasting, and the butter […]