It’s been awhile since I’ve confessed, and Saturday is the day I do it. For new readers it’s not to air my laundry, it’s to encourage. Because there is one thing I know—the true defeated one likes us to think we’re the defeated ones. And if I can shed light on my struggles and surrender…
The word came to me in November. I was tired, burning the candle at both ends. Not recovered from the move or the stress of it. Off kilter from being vulnerable and dealing with some emotional ambushes I wasn’t ready for. I was so spent I can’t say it was a prayer, but it was…
Julie’s Note: Thank you to everyone that voted for Entrusted! KINSALE KISSES Congratulations, Elizabeth Maddrey! Kinsale Kisses received enough votes to claim the win! This clash received more votes than any other clash in COTT history. So we offer a big thank-you and a standing ovation to each of our contestants: Rachel A James…
This is the little book that could. Years ago when I walked around the real Speculator I envisioned writing out a story and handing it off to friends via my word processor. Yep, it was a long time ago. I didn’t think about publishing or becoming an author. The fear of rejection was too great….
This week I’ve had fun interviewing the characters from my Adirondack romance, Entrusted. Today you have the opportunity to meet bad-boy Kyle Swarthmore. Kyle, did you grow up in Speculator Falls? What’s the connection? I visited every weekend during summers. My dad bought a summer home outside Speculator Falls. Do you call Speculator Falls home?…
This week I’m interviewing characters from Entrusted to give readers a better chance to get to know the characters. Today I interview Sara Bivins, matriarch of Speculator Falls and Ben Regan’s feisty grandmother. Sara, describe Speculator Falls to me. Peaceful. Quaint. Good people. Family. Like Jenna, you didn’t grow up there. What drew you to…