Shelterbelts Book Launch
We did it! The Shelterbelts book Launch was a huge success. Thank you to all who attended, brought cakes and helped celebrate. I’m attaching the newspaper article that appeared in the Brainerd Dispatch. Thanks, everyone. I’m already starting to hear from readers who finished it! So far, so good! […]
Shelterbelts to be Published in May
It’s exciting to see Shelterbelts falling into place. The book is written, edited, and the cover finalized. Didn’t Chip Borkenhagen from River Place Press do a super job on the cover image? The good folks at North Star Press tell me the new baby is at the printer with an expected due date in early […]
Hostfest 2015
The best thing about attending the Minot Hostfest is celebrating my Scandinavian heritage with thousands of others from around the world. I love seeing folks wearing the traditional bunads, eating ethnic dishes, and enjoying contact with readers and participants. We always stay with a wonderful host family, and this year we were able to visit […]
Guest Post by Author Michael Zimmer
Some Thoughts on Historical Research Man, I flat love good historical fiction. When it’s done right, it’s like taking a magical vacation to a different time, another land. Whether it’s Victorian London, the Australian Outback, or the American West, quality historical fiction has the ability to bring a story to life in ways […]
Abercrombie Trail now Available in Audio Version
It’s a dream come true. Thanks to Jim Norwood, Abercrombie Trail is now available in audio. Jim did a terrific job, not only reading, but performing the entire novel. I’m sure you’ll agree he is amazing.
Spiritual Writing Retreat in Lanesboro with Candace Simar
Enough of winter already! Let’s take a break to refresh our spirits and sharpen our writing skills. On April 10,11,and 12, 2015, I will be hosting a writing retreat at Anna V’s B&B in beautiful Lanesboro, Minnesota, the B&B capitol of Minnesota. The retreat will begin at 7pm on Friday night with a group session […]