Dear Readers, A few weeks into the pandemic, there arose an opportunity–blessing, actually–for me to tune in via Zoom to “Friday Reflections” sponsored by San Diego Oasis, an organization that offers classes to those 50 and better for enrichment and lifelong learning. “Friday Reflections” are just that–reflections by the incomparable Peter Bolland, professor of Philosophy…
Hello, All Readers, I recently learned that with 175 million active members on Pinterest, including many teachers, author such as myself should jump on it! I already have a personal page, but watch for a link to my author page soon. The list of pin-worthy topics I’m considering are as follows: The Botanic Hill Detectives…
Hi, Kids and All Readers, I am so honored to announce that I have been accepted as a member of Blackbird Writers! This is a group of nineteen writers of mystery, crime, cozies, thrillers, and suspense for adults and children. It was founded during the COVID quarantine by author Tracey S. Phillips. In her words,…
Dear Kids and Other Readers, Now that my Botanic Hill Detectives Mysteries Books 1 and 2 are published, the question I’m now being asked is, when is Book 3 coming out, and what’s it about? Thanks for asking! Book 3 is Walnut Street: Phantom Rider, and it’s ready for a turn in the publication line.…
Dear Readers, Bad news: My books are in prison! Good news: Their time in the slammer is temporary. What crime got them “booked” and incarcerated? None! It’s all my fault. I’m having a beautiful new bookcase built. It won’t be ready for installation until New Years, so my sweet book friends are doing time in twenty-three…
Dear Readers, I hope you have enjoyed weeks of excerpts from Book 2 of the Botanic Hill Detectives Mysteries, Eucalyptus Street: Green Curse. So happy to announce that now, you can read the entire story. Eucalyptus Street released on October 20, 2020. Hurray! Just in time for Halloween. That will make sense when you read the…
Hello, Readers! At last we find ourselves five days from the release of Eucalyptus Street: Green Curse. Hoo-ray! And just in time for Halloween. Here is your final excerpt, from the last chapter, and the tool the detectives must decipher to search successfully for the Green Curse, namely, The Puzzle Poem. I hope you enjoy…
Dear Readers, Just one more week of excerpts to go. Let’s get ready for Launch Day on October 20th! From Chapter 23, “The Keys from St. Barnabas” The Leticia Emerald has been found! A celebration is in order: The afternoon sun had just moved behind the cathedral . . . . Father Pete had…
Dear Readers, I’m almost out of excerpts, which can only mean one thing: We’re approaching Book Launch Time! Watch for Eucalyptus Street: Green Curse to release on Amazon in paperback and eBook on October 20, 2020. From Chapter 21, “Glittering Exposé” The four detectives are suspicious of Madame Ronescu and decide to test her.…
Hello, Readers! Are you getting as excited as I am about October 20? What’s happening that day??? The release of Book 2, Eucalyptus Street: Green Curse. Below, you will find the latest excerpts. They include one of my favorite chapters, #20, “Lantern in the Churchyard.” I hope you enjoy these! From Chapter 19, “Aunt…
