Yes, I’ve been known to say, perhaps ad nauseum: It’s All about Family. I’m one of ten children (dear God, what were you thinking, Mom and Dad?) with six of my own: a son, two daughters, two sons- and one daughter-in-law, and a perennial wife/mother of the year. Oh, and the most entertaining and popular […]
Mine is a writer’s life: Family and the trials of editing! Read More »
My wife and I spent four wonderful days in Sedona, Arizona, to celebrate 40 years of marriage. It seems like it has all flown by until I dissect the events highlighting our four decades together. I think it was supposed to have been more difficult than it was and is. That’s all due to the
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Just because I haven’t posted for a while doesn’t mean I’m not busy. I made a huge decision to rewrite The Emerald Cross in first person versus third. If that sounds simple enough, it’s not – as I discovered. But I’m extremely pleased with how presenting the story in first person significantly improves pace and,
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Our daughter and son-in-law visited to celebrate their one-year anniversary; they live in New York but were married here in the Sonoran Desert in February 2023. It was a beautiful weekend spurring wonderful recollections of their special day (and some great food)! The second photo above shows the back cover of the paperback version of
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My dark psychological thriller Eagle Bay is out! Of course, if you are following, you already know that. I am working hard to fine-tune the marketing of the novel, as I have found some interesting/challenging insights. First and foremost, 82% of the people clicking on ads on Facebook or Amazon for Eagle Bay are men!
Mine is a writer’s life: Launching a book takes time and patience! Read More »
January 24, 2023 The Santa Sofia is swept ashore in 1536. Four hundred fifty years later, its precious cargo is ruining souls. ……………………………………………………………….. Ten-foot doors rattled as a gust of wind tested century-old hinges. The clanging of a metal coupling against a flagpole outside mimicked the remote pings of a buoy in Eagle Bay. John
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January 22, 2023 What are your dreams? When I was healthy and still able to pilot, I dreamed of owning and flying a De Havilland Beaver – the plane that conquered the Rockies! I think it’s one of the most beautiful planes ever built, and it’s considered so relevant that there’s one hanging in the
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January 14, 2023 Cruickshank is an old Scottish name. My father was most parts Scottish, some parts English, and one-quarter German. My mother’s surname was Kenny, and her parents were poor Irish country folk who coincidentally emigrated from Galway about the same time at the turn of the twentieth century. They hadn’t met before getting
Mine is a writer’s life: We all have a past. Read More »
December 28, 2022 Nothing trumps family, especially during the holidays. We have been enjoying splendid Southern California weather for four days – sunny days and cool evenings. While nothing trumps family, there is a pecking order within families, and grandchildren inhabit the top of the pyramid. And just believe me when I tell you our
Mine is a writer’s life. Passions invigorate. Read More »
Every author has their (most) Strategic Reader. I am married to mine.
Mine is a writer’s life. My most strategic reader! Read More »