Blow Up starring David Hemmings, directed by Michelangelo Antonioni, with appearances by Vanessa Redgrave, Sarah Miles, and the super model Verushka was the primary inspiration that led to me talking a friend into working to save for a trip to Great Britain and Europe. A very…

                                Authors often picture certain individuals for their characters. Some even cut out pictures to post around their work spaces – kind of keeps them on target for who those characters really "are."  When I wrote . . . in…

  The great Supremes in this hit-filled album. Truly awesome threesome. Loved their music.    God, you know all hearts and minds. May each one you've gifted look to you with heartfelt gratitude. In the Name of Jesus, Amen. 

                          Deal is A Ham Novel, Number 6 in the series by Dustin Stevens.  As with all of Dustin Stevens' "Ham" novels, the aftermath of her assignments leaves a brutal mess. Not that those she's assigned to haven't earned what's coming to them,…

  During the night the mystery was revealed to Daniel in a vision. Then Daniel praised the God of heaven and said:      "Praise be to the name of God for ever and ever;          wisdom and power are His.       He changes times and seasons;        …

Chapter Two from my novel Race – my only mystery/police procedural.  TWO A long day ahead presented itself accompanied by the gut feeling this was indeed a homicide and it wasn’t going to be an easy solve. My partner Jesse Davidson called to tell me he was en route. The ME arrived shortly after Jesse’s…

The romance in my soul . . . (Originally posted: 02/01/2014) Hard-wired for it, I can't remember that thing called romance never being with me. Not in the gushy, girly-girl, over-the-top kind of way. Not that I can fault that. It is what it is. But rather so deep in my soul that it covers…

I know of authors who are rigid in their disciplines when writing. I know of authors who plot their stories before they write a word. Some use outlines. Some use photographs. Some use white boards with all kinds of methods to inspire them. Some keep a schedule and stick to it. Some claim to be…

  Back in the 70s. The lyrics are typical of that time, believe me. Hope you enjoy Pure Prairie League's Amie.   Father, you know all hearts and minds, every thought. Nothing is hidden from you. Thank you for your benevolent gifts to people. May all know from whom they are given. In the Name…

                                             I had hoped to have another book review for you today, but I didn't finish it in time. I also thought I'd discuss some writing topics with you this Monday, Monday, but, alas,…