Good news for those who prefer to hold a physical book in their hands. Treasure in Catclaw Canyon Teacher's Guide e-book is now joined by a paperback version. This teacher guide is a classroom … [Read more...]
Readers’ Favorite Five Star Review
I awoke this morning to this wonderful review of Treasure in Catclaw Canyon from Readers' Favorite Review. For immediate release:Author's new book receives a warm literary welcome.Readers' … [Read more...]
Book Reviews
An author needs reviews as much as a fish needs water. Reviews are essential in the book business. Not only do authors like to receive feedback, potential readers want to know what everyone else … [Read more...]
Books Are Alive and Well
I was overwhelmed with the turnout at my recent book signing. One particular attendee was a young man I met last year while visiting a middle school. He told me he had read The Legend of Sassafras … [Read more...]
August Book Signing
Want to know something authors fear? One thing is having a book signing that no one attends. I can't say this has ever happened to me, but it could. It's a nightmare-quality fear.I'm going to … [Read more...]
Treasure in Catclaw Canyon Released
Kids who enjoyed The Legend of Sassafras House will be excited to know that Treasure in Catclaw Canyon (Sassafras House #2) is now available.The paperback is available at Amazon,and the … [Read more...]
Treasure in Catclaw Canyon Cover Reveal
Today is cover reveal day for Treasure in Catclaw Canyon!For all the middle grade kids who enjoyed The Legend of Sassafras House, book 2 in the series will be released soon.Kale Flores … [Read more...]
My Wise Visitor
Last weekend a great horned owl dropped in to visit at my house. These birds hunt at night, so a daytime sighting is rare. Strong winds circulated on the day of his appearance, so it's possible that … [Read more...]
Counting Down the Days
At this time of year students tend to get restless and tired of the routine of school. The kids aren't the only ones to get weary. If you're a teacher, you may be counting down the days until summer … [Read more...]
Oklahoma School Visits
School visits are the best part of being a middle-grade author. I've visited a number of schools this year, and I have loved meeting new teachers, librarians, and students. This week I took The Legend … [Read more...]