Last night I shared the stage with four talented YA authors in an Open Mic Night sponsored by CamCat Publishing. The format included each of us reading a short passage from our books, answering questions from the audience, and an engaging open discussion. It was a wonderful time. Don’t worry… Read more“YA Author Open Mic Night Video & 25% Off Coupon Special”
Map Monday, What’s the Deal with Valentine’s Day?
Valentine’s Day. Think about it. An entire social and economic system of dances, chocolate, jewelry, naughty gifts, and more tied to one day. People spend hours (okay minutes for you procrastinators) agonizing over how best to demonstrate their love for their significant other. Those without partners convince themselves that the… Read more“Map Monday, What’s the Deal with Valentine’s Day?”
Map Monday, Toponymy in the US
Toponymy is the study of place names, specifically their origin. Since this is a Map Monday feature, toponymy seems like a relevant topic. Wanderlust is a core characteristic of humans. While all of us ultimately trace our origins to Africa, there have been many stops along the way. An earlier… Read more“Map Monday, Toponymy in the US”