Category Archives: News
On the Radio
In January, Yvonne Battle-Felton interviewed me for her weekly radio show “The Writing Life,” where she talks to some notable figures in writing today. I met Yvonne several years ago when we were both studying at Johns Hopkins, and was excited … Continue reading
Thank You for a Thank You!
I was so thrilled recently to receive a thank you card from Ms. Wendy Thorbjornsen and her class at Trinity University for having visited them last month. It was such a cool surprise in the mail. Each student signed their … Continue reading
A Writers Retreat in Paradise
I just had the most amazing experience at a writers retreat in the Bahamas. There’s no better daily commute than a ferry to a private island and a morning doing writing exercises in a coconut grove. If there is a … Continue reading
Great Visit to Richard Wright PCS
I had a wonderful visit on Monday morning (April 15) to the Richard Wright Public Charter School in DC. Thank you to Ms. Harris and her two classes for such a warm welcome and interesting Q&A sessions about my novel. … Continue reading
New Book Released for Seniors
I’m excited to share the release of “Health and Fitness for Seniors” – I had the pleasure of working with Newlie Hewson, who turned 90 this year, in helping to edit his book. He has created a comprehensive guide to help … Continue reading
Marita Golden at Busboys and Poets
Enjoyed hearing Marita Golden, award-winning author of more than a dozen books, read from her newest book, “Living Out Loud, A Writer’s Journey” at Busboys and Poets in Washington, DC. She shared the spotlight with Jamaican-born writer, Nicole Y. Dennis-Benn, … Continue reading
Story Featured on The Whistling Fire; A Camping Tale!
Many thanks to Athena Lark, guest editor at The Whistling Fire for selecting my short story, “Nikki,” to be featured on the site. She says, “the characters are rich, the setting is intimate, and the plot intriguing. Hatter gives a knock-out … Continue reading
A Beautiful Day in Gaithersburg!
I had a fantastic day at the Gaithersburg Book Festival. The weather couldn’t have been any better (totally made up for Kensington!) and the people were just fabulous. (Pictures.) Many, many thanks go to my “sister” Amanda, who drove down … Continue reading
Calvert County Writers Give Me a Warm Welcome
Many, many thanks to Elisavietta Ritchie, writer extraordinaire and also a member of the Washington Writers’ Publishing House, who invited me to speak at her monthly Creative Memoirs Workshop at the Calvert Library in Prince Frederick, Md. (April 11). I … Continue reading
Now Released!
In the heat of the jungle, love can change lives… When freelance photographer Diana Lee Ross is taken hostage by Colombian drug runners, they think her American publisher will pay handsomely for her return. But Diana’s freelancing for a nature … Continue reading
