There was an interesting article in the LA Times today about the downward trend in freelance rates. I would write more about it, but I have a story due tomorrow (one that I am getting paid for) and I need to get writing! So, I’ll just post the link to the article, Freelance Writing’s Unfortunate New [...]

The new book tour dates for Jodi Picoult’s House Rules, which will be released March 2, are up on her site. It is a draft schedule (visit www.jodipicoult.com and click on appearances), and I’m keeping my fingers crossed that Picoult will make a stop near me. For the past few years she has and I’ve [...]

 
Ah happiness. It is something we all want and we all have different ideas of what makes us happy (or what would make us happier). Sometimes it feels like we’re chasing it. Other times we realize we can reach out and grab it.
 
Catch me on any given day and I’d probably tell you that hugs [...]

Whew! The hustle and bustle of the holidays are over and I’m looking forward to getting back into a routine. I haven’t had as much time for reading as I would like, so I’m ready to dig into a new book. For the next book club, let’s read Jeannette Walls’ Half Broke Horses. Walls is [...]