Book Launch Party: The Grave Digger
I’m having a book launch party! Join me at Barnes & Noble in Twin Falls, Idaho, on Saturday, October 26th from noon to 4:00 p.m.
September 24, 2019
Books Make the Best Gifts
Forget the latest gadgets and tech toys: books are always my favorite presents. If you need some last-minute gift ideas, consider buying a book for
December 20, 2018
Lizza’s World Spotlight: Animal Rescuer
Welcome to “Lizza’s World Spotlight!” Leading up to the release of my next book, “Hole in the Rock,” I decided to take some time over
August 24, 2020
Coming February, 2021: Hole in the Rock
I’m really excited to share news about my upcoming book! “Hole in the Rock,” a contemporary (and humorous) middle grade novel, is being released in
June 15, 2020
Blue Castle Berry Crumble
Valancy Stirling is one of my all-time favorite book heroines. She’s shy but secretly sassy, sweet and vulnerable, and has the guts to break out
September 8, 2018
Art in the Park 2018
I will be at the annual Art in the Park event in Twin Falls, ID, at the City Park on Friday, July 27th from 5
July 25, 2018
I’d Like a Book Title, Please
Have you ever tried an online book title generator? They’re hilarious! Lately, stress has been bringing on more wrinkles and gray hairs, so one day
July 3, 2018
Colorful Writing (aka Bad Comparisons)
I got a fun idea a few years ago from a writing conference. A visiting author shared how she sometimes used those paper color strips
June 29, 2018
Upcoming 2019: The Digger
Please watch for my upcoming novel, The Digger! I will give more of an idea of what this story is about as the time of
May 14, 2018
Revising Fun with Wordles
Some people hate revising, but I love it. I get excited when I’m able to make a character more interesting, tighten up a plot, get
February 23, 2018
Watercolors and Blueberries to Brighten Your Winter
I hate winter! About this time every year, the grey skies and shivery weather start to get to me. Instead of venturing out, I prefer
January 26, 2018
My Inspiration for “The French Impressionist”
A Facebook post and a sleepless night led to the writing of a 250-page novel. No, really. I struggle with insomnia. A lot. At times
January 16, 2018
Paris is Calling–Now I Want a Cartoon Rat to Cook For Me
I’ve been having a blast looking up photos of Paris lately. They’re everywhere and easy to find, which reinforces my belief that Paris
December 21, 2017
Fun Weekend Photos from the “Art of the Gift” Event
I’m going to share some photos from my weekend. I participated in an event called “The Art of the Gift,” where local (Idaho-based) authors and
December 4, 2017
Random Thoughts on the Upcoming Holidays–(And Please Don’t Judge Me!)
Thanksgiving is coming, and I can’t wait! I love roast turkey, pumpkin pie and every single unhealthy side dish that’s become a tradition for our
November 7, 2017
