In a world full of negativity, it is important to impart hope to others through intriguing stories that invoke positivity. Friendships are vital regardless of your profession, and writing doesn’t change the fact. Everyone needs supportive, kind, and encouraging friends. I recently read Angelia L White’s book Yes Sisters. The cover sums it up. Surrounding Yourself with Women Who Affirm, Encourage, and Challenge You. This goes for men, too, even though the book focuses on women. Angela says, “We need a friend who helps us become our best selves.” Take Yes Sisters a step further. As a writer, you have… 

A few nights ago, I had a dream about a ship that resembled something one might see in a steampunk setting. One row of windows about the size of a shoebox stretched evenly across the length of the dark gray metal. The ship eased to a stop as it docked at an open field where a gentle breeze tossed flowers of every color and tall green grass, like wispy feathers. Everyone lined up at the exit waiting their turn to escape the dismal floating city. The Captain and his guards stood behind a table at the exit. Before anyone stepped… 

Congratulations to Kathy Cretsinger on her new novel, Bogged Down by Murder, releasing, August 31, 2020. Please welcome her as she shares a little bit about herself and her book. She is also offering an opportunity for someone to win a free copy. Continue reading to find out how to enter the drawing. Welcome, Kathy.   Thank you, Loretta, for having me on your blog. I really appreciate the opportunity to tell your guests about Bogged Down by Murder and Shady Valley, Tennessee. One of the most beautiful, untouched places in the world is Shady Valley, Tennessee. Nestled between Holston… 

Jake Silver can’t help himself. He responds to every rescue situation he runs across. His past as a sniper and Navy SEAL status keeps him on high alert, especially when it comes to Dr. Aria Sinclair, a pediatric heart surgeon. He rescues her from a deadly situation on Denali, and falls for her, despite her resistance. Once he returns home, his memory of Aria is of her running away from him. But, is that the real picture, or is there an underlying memory painting his skewed view of her departure? Aria refuses to give in to the handsome Jake Silver….