by Nicole | Aug 15, 2011 | Writing
My favorite time of the year has arrived. (Not Christmas, which is probably tied for my second favorite along with rodeo season.) It is the Oregon Christian Writer’s Summer Conference! What can be better than hundreds of writers together, encouraging each other...
by Nicole | Aug 12, 2011 | Writing
Do you remember the first book you stumbled upon in the genre you now love and adore? Did you ever write a hand-written note to that author when you were young and dreaming of being a bona-fied, published author? (Back in the day, publishers listed mailing addresses...
by Nicole | Aug 10, 2011 | Book Reviews
Description: In 1650s England, a young Puritan maiden is on a mission to save the baby of her newly widowed preacher–whether her assistance is wanted or not. Always ready to help those in need, Elizabeth ignores John’s protests of her aid. She’s even...
by Nicole | Aug 8, 2011 | History
Photos all from the Clark County Museum’s Research Library. Spent three hours with a notepad and my iPad camera. In. Heaven. More tidbits and photos in future posts – I promise! The barracks were home to the Vancouver District of Civilian...
by Nicole | Aug 5, 2011 | History, Story Behind the Story, Writing
What got me into journalism and history at the same time? Hint – An old friend of my grandfather’s and his crazy stories. What legendary horse inspired my first “real” novel? What WWII author tucked me under her wing and answered all my...
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