Category Archive: Nancy’s Blog

May 11

The Measure of Family and Friends

The past nineteen months have been a difficult journey, dealing with the ups and downs of medical diagnosis, treatment and ultimately hospice care.  There is no question this road has been a character builder, or I would hope, has changed me in a positive, empathetic and caring way. A week before Sam lost his battle …

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Apr 23

Birth, Death and In-between

This weekend, reality bit me in the behind. The road down which I walk is a lonely one, and I am alone.  No hankies required; I am surrounded by family who love me, generous friends and caring medical practitioners. Anyone who has watched a loved one disintegrate an inch at a time will confirm this, …

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Apr 14

Spring has Sprung: Or at Least We Hope…

Spring flowers

Winter was mild, a bit windy but it was long enough.  It  hasn’t let go its grip completely. There’s still snow in the mountains and when the wind whistles through, it’s still got a chill. The flowering trees and shrubs have decided it’s spring. The photo of magnolias was taken this afternoon. The saying here …

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Apr 02

Guest Post: Crime Expert, Inspector (Ret.) Kevin Robinson

It is my sincere pleasure to welcome the multi-talented Kevin Robinson, (West Yorkshire Police Inspector, Retired) as my guest. Kevin’s good advice about British Police procedure in Malice & Murder was so very much appreciated (as was his patience with my continuous questions).  Thanks for inviting me to be on your blog and for giving …

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Mar 29

Not Read? Never!

Reading on top of the world

The question, paraphrased, on one of the forums I follow was, “Should writers read, or does it contaminate impartiality when writing your own story?” The thought of not reading books because I write, never occurred to me.  Not read?  The habit is so ingrained it would be impossible to stop now. I enjoy the imagination, …

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Mar 17

Some Thoughts: Why Do People love St. Patrick’s Day?

Top of the morning to everyone! St. Patrick’s day is one of those celebrations  noted in many places other than Ireland.  When I was a child, it was always celebrated in school and classes were decorated in green shamrocks and leprechauns.  Everyone wore green, even if it was your socks, and sometimes there were parades. …

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Mar 07

Guest Interview – Shannon Shaw

It is my pleasure to introduce thriller writer Shannon Shaw, who shares some thoughts about his writing with us. Tell us about you I am a lifelong resident of Alabama. I currently live in the Rocket City which is better known as Huntsville. I have been a high school teacher and a coach for the …

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Mar 05

Webmaster, Mentor & Great Guy!

About eighteen months ago, I met with my sister, Kathryn Burke’s friend, William Radvanyi, to discuss my desire to set up a website to highlight my books and art.  He graciously agreed to assist me to set up a website. A sharp learning curve has allowed me to become much more knowledgeable and proficient, but …

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Mar 02

Indie – Authors, Publishers and Musicians

I am the luckiest person in the world! I enjoy the freedom of being an indie author and publisher. But along with the fun of writing, comes the responsibility of professionalism, polish, marketing and branding.  In this respect, I have looked for a signature sound, but it’s not that easy.  Music is the same as …

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Feb 29

The Genesis of Adelheid – Mia Darien

Welcome to my guest, Mia Darien, who reveals her lengthy fascination with the preternatural and the road that lead to her two novels. The dedication to “Cameron’s Law” thanks all of those who walked the long road to life that Adelheid took, and it has been a long road. Some authors have an idea and can type …

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