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Monthly Archives: October 2016

31 Oct

Congratulations To The Winners!

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My Goodreads book Giveaway ended Saturday. Shortly I will head to the post office to mail signed copies of Olivia’s Story: Protector of the Realm to the lucky winners. Unfortunately, hundred’s of entrants did not win.  To show my appreciation for their interest, all my print books* are now 40% off (when purchased from my website, or from lulu.com). This sale will continue until Thanksgiving, so why not stock up for Christmas? Since tonight is Halloween watch out for spooks…..

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24 Oct

The Witch In The Graveyard

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Wailing lonesomely through the trees, the wind rustled the dry leaves. Dark clouds drifted over the full moon. Each time they passed we plunged into total darkness. Rubbing my cold hands, I hurried after my friend. “We should be getting home,” I pleaded. Danny didn’t answer – he kept walking. “Come on, let’s go home,” I tried again. “I have all the candy I want, and I’m tired of wearing this old mask.” “Scaredy-cat,” Dan snapped. “We still have Grant…..

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18 Oct

The Pasture Oak – A Cautionary Tale

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Once upon a long time ago, a lone oak tree stood in a large pasture.  Towering over the grass and weeds the tree grew strong, producing vast quantities of acorns. A colony of squirrels feasted on the acorns, making the tree their home. They lacked for nothing and in return began to tend to the tree. With patience and care, these squirrels farmed their tree, steadily increasing its yield. Every year, they produced more acorns than they could use, and…..

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15 Oct

Olivia’s Story Book Giveaway on Goodreads

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Yes, it is true – I am giving away ten signed copies of Olivia’s Story: Protector of The Realm. This Goodreads Book Giveaway will end on October 29, 2016. You can use the link above, or visit: https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/205058-olivia-s-story-protector-of-the-realm Good luck to all.    

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10 Oct

Night Terrors

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A blood-chilling scream shatters the night silence. I bolt upright shaking the sleep from my eyes – then there’s a second scream. Wide awake now, I leap from my bed and peer into the darkness. There, in the murky black, I can discern a shadowy figure. Two-year-old Denali sits in her bed, awake yet not awake.The wild look, hysterical screaming, and thousand-yard stare are all too familiar, I’ve seen them before – three decades ago with my daughter Erin. Realizing…..

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05 Oct

Nice Review on the Motherhood-Moment blog.

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I got a pleasant review by Bekah Jorgensen on the  Motherhood-Moment blog. It is nice to hear that her daughter loved my book. You can access the piece at the following link. http://motherhood-moment.blogspot.com/2016/10/book-nook-olivias-story.html?spref=tw This week has been hectic – we are taking care of three of the grandkids for a long week – already have a couple of ideas for new stories. Everyone have a great week. Read about Olivia’s Story David Dahl

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