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Move over, Katniss—Solveig is in the fjord!
I’m always roaming the shelves hoping to discover a good new book, and the other day I picked one out just because it had a great cover. It turned out to be one of the best books I’ve read in … Continue reading
Bats in the attic and a body in the wall …
I’ve been working on the back cover copy for THE HOUSE THAT WENT DOWN WITH THE SHIP: Delmarva Renovators has come to Chesapeake City on Maryland’s Eastern Shore to return the faded Captain Cosden house to its former glory for … Continue reading
Witches tossed overboard to stop storms
I just had to share this bit about tossing witches overboard … after a long voyage, it must have been a convenient way to ride the ship of a busybody! From GREAT STORMS OF THE CHESAPEAKE: “The weather in this … Continue reading
Writing goals for 2012
I’m not in the habit of making New Year’s Resolutions, but I’m feeling more positive about 2012 as a writer. There are lots of day-to-day goals that involve producing eBooks (for others), my ghostwriting project, teaching, speaking, and duties as … Continue reading
Novelist headed for the White House?
It’s been a while since we’ve had a real writer in the White House. Several presidents and vice presidents (and first ladies) have gone on to write best-selling memoirs, usually after they have left office. Naturally, Americans are curious about … Continue reading
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Mixing fantasy and history for a new story
I’ve been working on a more fanciful piece of fiction right now, one that features gryphons. Pretty different for me as a writer, though I’ve always been a fan of fantasy and sci fi that turns real events on its … Continue reading
How my Apple taught me to write
The passing of Apple CEO Steve Jobs was sad news that we discussed around the dinner table … not in the morbid sense, but mainly because we found his life story to be so inspiring. I had just been reading … Continue reading
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Writing about Chesapeake’s ‘Great Storms’
All through the summer, I’ve been working on a new book project. GREAT STORMS OF THE CHESAPEAKE is due out next spring—just in time for hurricane season. I’ve been delving into the best (or is that worst?) storms of the … Continue reading
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Becoming a book trailer addict
Book trailers are a lot of fun, bringing a new and more visual element to the works of fiction and non-fiction. And there’s certainly a precedent thanks to the movie business. I don’t know about you, but I’m hooked on … Continue reading
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Visit Browseabout Books in Rehoboth Beach
When most people head to the beach, they take along towels, sunscreen, maybe an umbrella. But ranking right up there would be having something to read. Out on the actual beach, I did see a lot of books (and a … Continue reading
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