Sparkles

There’s this smidge of joy that courses through me when I see or hear something that’s refreshing, novel, unique, and invigorating. I think of it like when I see sprinkles […]
Cover Reveal

Click Here to Pre-Order An Ebook of “Freefalling in the Moonlight”
Book Fairs Have Grown Up

Remember those Scholastic Book Fairs? It was a sure thing that you’d find the latest edition of the Guinness Book of World Records, ring pops, and the best calendar for […]
Book Your Trip to Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin

August is vacation month for our family. For years, we’ve taken an annual road trip to Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin. My latest book, To Sense a Passion came to be […]
Summer Reading Mood

I’ve read many books through the years and a few of them have stuck with me and deeply influenced my writing. When I read – genre fiction, literary fiction, […]
The Origin of Wicks & Balms

An Origin Story—Lucy’s Shop Wicks & Balms For the last decade, I’ve been working on becoming a published author. It’s been a road full of Milwaukee-sized pot holes. Finally in […]
Staying Warm

Winter Warmth
A Literary Nod to Milwaukee’s Art Scene

A love story wrapped into a museum heist and steampunk exhibit. Perfect fun for Halloween and it’s all in The Artful Bargain.
Door County Cherries

The abundance of cherries will sweeten any adventure in Door County. Driving along Hwy 57 or 42, there are cherry shops, cherry farms and fields of cherry trees.
If you’re interested, visit the Cherry Blossom Report on the Door County website. Find out the best time to see the blossoms on the rows and rows of cherry trees. Usually in May or June.
It’s a sensory delight you don’t want to miss and they don’t last long.
Wisconsin Lavender

If you vacation in Door County, make sure to take a ferry ride over to Washington Island. It sits at the top of Wisconsin’s thumb.
On the island there are several lavender farms. In August, you can stroll around the fields of purple flowers and inhale the calming aroma of fresh lavender. It’s one of Wisconsin’s many gems…