Is naming characters for your friends a good idea? Many would argue no. But, if your friends are good-hearted and…
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12 Brides: Auctions and Movie Inspiration
Where did the inspiration for one of my scenes in The Sunbonnet Bride come from? One of my favorite movie…
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Sunbonnets: Business or Charity?
What’s the difference between running a business and a charity? It’s a concept Sally struggles with throughout The Sunbonnet Bride…
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A Sunbonnet for Health?
Even though I grew up in Southern California, I never gave a thought to wearing a sunbonnet. In those days,…
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Sequel Writing: The Sunbonnet Bride
I did not plan to write a sequel for my Christmas novella, The Yuletide Bride, but when the opportunity arose, I…
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What’s a Novella and Why do Readers Like Them?
What’s a novella? As an author with five published novellas to my credit, I’ve pondered their allure, especially at Christmas…
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