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Home is a Funny Word

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I use the word “home” to describe many places. Of course, my house in Baltimore is one home. My in-law’s house in Rochester, NY is another. And I even find myself saying that I’m on my way “home” when I’m heading to the office in Woodstock. Steve and I don’t know where we’ll end up [...]

3 Inspiration Boosters

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Today’s inspiration sparklers: 1) Taking this picture while waiting for the Light Rail to pass during my walk through the neighborhood with Steve tonight (it’s finally cool enough to enjoy the outdoors again!). We capped off the night with a beer on our back porch and brainstormed some ideas for getting the word out about [...]

Love Trees and Jukeboxes

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Steve joined me on my latest run and we ventured into Druid Hill Park, which is only a five minute walk from our house. Who knew that this magical place was so close! Notice the word “hill” in the name. LOTS of hills. It was challenging, but so much more fun because Steve was there. [...]

Query Critique Contest Winner!

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Congratulations to Vicki Lane, who won a query + 2-page critique from agent extraordinaire, Rebecca Strauss! You’ll be contacted soon with the details : ) Also, stop by Allie Larkin’s website for lots of details on her book tour adventures and tons of STAY reviews! What are you reading this summer? I just finished a [...]

Query Contest Extended, Revisions and Running

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*The query + 2-page critique contest has been extended to Friday, June 18th! In other news, I’m running. Sort of. I was inspired by a few Twitter buddies to try the “Couch to 5k” program. I’m only on day 3, but I’m still feeling motivated! I’m spending 10-12 hours a day in front of the [...]

Day 3 in NYC: Meeting My Literary Agent!

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My last day in NYC was sort of like a dream. I met my literary agent. I’ve thought of that moment so many times over the past three years. I walked from the 33rd Street station to the office and paused for a second before crossing the street. I glanced up to the left and [...]