It's almost the end…and the beginning
All kidding about the impending apocalypse and Mayan calendars aside, it is (today) the end of 2011, and nearly the beginning of 2012. 2011 has been a year of learning, growth and examination for me. I've had to ask myself tough questions about what I want and what I need, and to make some decisions and do some planning. I've…
Attractive Nuisance
An attractive nuisance is, by definition, something that may be so attractive to innocent passer-bys (generally, children) that the owner of the property is required by law to take steps to prevent the innocent from injuring themselves. So…swimming pools, large road equipment, pits dug into the ground…things a curious child might think look fun to try that are inherently dangerous….
MSFV Secret Agent Success Story
Hey, look, Authoress Anonymous' MSFV Success Story post today is mine! Those of you interested in my humble beginnings as a novice querier might find it interesting (hint: I was not quite looking in the right places). And those of you querying or getting ready to query, especially those who think they've picked out their “dream agent,” might want…
Grieving
Grief. It’s such a strange thing. Everything feels foggy and raw. There are so many amazing things happening in my life – my book life and my every day life. And somehow today it all matters less – and so much more – at the same time. I lost a friend today. A talented, beautiful, loving, funny (so funny),…
Reflecting Today's World in YA & MG Fiction
I'm guest blogging today over at The Hate-Mongering Tart on reflecting today's world in YA & MG fiction with LGBTQ characters (and highlighting some YA & MG novels that get it right). Come on over and check out my post, and the guest posts celebrating pride week.