July Updates 2021

July Updates 2021

New partnership: Texas Sisters

I have started working with the two sisters with one of my children's books coming out in the Fall. I enjoy working with them very much. I will be announcing my illustrator in August for my Fall book. C. J. Peterson is a seven-time award-winning published author since 20212. She is also a podcaster and blogger. Find out who chief and Sarge are: Adventures of Chief and Sarge.  L. M. Mann is a three-time award-winning author and enjoys writing for kids. They both compliment each other with their talents, and we are authors' benefit because of their publishing company. www.texassisterspress.com

Fourth of July Family Fun

The 4th of July is a time to give thanks for our freedom. Enjoy parades and family time. My mom loved to be part of the parades and celebrate being born on the 4th of July. Here are a few family pictures of her special day...

Travel Moment

John and I had a chance to drive to Georgia and see our youngest daughter and her husband. We took in some fun sites. I especially love seeing waterfalls. I hope you enjoy them too.   

Fitness, Travel, and Leisure! 

Friday is turning out to be one of my favorite days, and no, it is not because it is the weekend, though you are 1/2, right! It is the 'Rapping with Dr. Jacalyn™ Fashion, Fitness, Travel, and Leisure!' show, and I am so proud to be her cohost. I hope Friday becomes your favorite day to tune in to the show. We have guests worldwide, and they share their expertise, behind the scenes, and travel adventures. It is at 12:30 Eastern Time, and if you click the link, you can set a reminder, so you never miss the show. You can even have a replay in case the live show does not work for you.

Our guests from last month were:

Dawn Corvajal

Dawn is the owner of a full-service salon in Alexandria, Virginia, located in the Watergate at Landmark Condominium community building. Dawn Mari Visage Salon's salon is a complete hair care service including Brazilian Blowout and Hairdreams Hair Extensions. Extreme eyelash extensions and complete nail services. Manicure, pedicure, and gel manicure. Dawn's knowledge of the hair and how to keep it shiny and healthy. Learn more about hair fashions and more on her website.

Nakibirango - London

It was a pleasure to interview design jeweler Naki. You will love how she is using inspiration for her designs. One of my favorites is the beehives for inspiration. Check out her gallery; you will want one of her signed pieces for sure.

Julie Lewis

Julie shared her sense of adventure, treks, and how she prepares her team for the life-changing experience. Learn more about her on her website and sign up for a life-changing adventure.

Janet Manning, Owner of Seasons By Design

You can find Janet on Facebook and Instagram. We had a great time interviewing Janet and learning about her inspiration for her designs. How you can order online, and she adds something to each design to make it a one of a kind. Be sure to watch the interview and find out how and when to order for the 2021 holidays. Be sure to subscribe to our channel and never miss a show.

Indie Beacon Radio Interview

Charlayne Elizabeth Denny

It was a pleasure to interview the award-winning author Charlayne. Listen to her interview for insights on her inspiration! Then, order her books and enjoy the read.

Story Garden

If you are a children's author and want to get your name out, please schedule a time on my Youtube Story Garden channel. Be sure to stay tuned to the fun changes to my newsletter coming soon. 

Be sure to see the pictures and Shine. Enjoy June!

June Updates 2021

June Updates 2021

Festival Time!

Author’s Marketing International LLC with the founder Alan Bourgeois hosted the festival. We opened up with a dinner at the Power Plant Texas Grill next to the Falls, allowing the authors to meet one another. A huge storm blew in that night, but luckily the sun came, and it was a successful event for everyone. I had fun signing books, meeting people from the town of Seguin, eating the best hot dogs ever at the Gourmet Hot Dogs! Many of you know I love trees. There was a tree with so many knots that I would point it out to everyone. Then there was a tree that looked like a hand pointing to heaven. I wanted to climb it but instead stood by it. In case you did not know, I love trees. The authors I met were fun and inspiring. I am looking forward to next year

Memorial Day

To all the men and women who fought for our freedom, thank you! To my dad, who served in the navy during WWII, a special I love you and thank you.

Rapping with Dr. Jacalyn Fashion, Fittness, Travel and Leisure 

I enjoy interviewing with Dr. Jacalyn™. It is fun to listen to others share their work and the things they love. This past month hearing all about the deep blue sea and scuba diving made me want to try and learn; before, I was was absolutely no way.

Fashion, you do not have to convince me. I love clothes! What are some of your favorite style of clothes?  Are you a dress person…. causual blue jeans are the all out dress and heels person? I would love to know? 

I am all of the above! Shoot me an email I would love to hear from you.

When it comes to travel, well, I think I have a little gypsy in me.

I did not think I would ever want to go on a cruise, but the cruise lines' new safety measures are making me rethink the experience. I do find them fun.

What are some of the places you hope to trave to as more and more travel opens up?

Fitness well, what can I say? I do need to improve there. As many of you know, I enjoy a leisurely walk in the woods, but I need to hit the gym, and for me, I enjoy Kickboxing. Though a guest reminded me, I should do my squats and arm exercises at home between the breaks from seating and working.

Be sure to tune in to our show and be inspired too! You will find all her shows on Youtube.

The Indie Beacon Radio Show - Author Joel Kilgore

The Texas author, Joel Kilgore was an honor to interview. He has traveled the world creating and producing advertising in nine different countries, in the field of magazine, newspapers and radio. He entered the world of writing novels with his first book published in 2008. His latest booy Dying Art is now available for pre-order. You can learn more about Joel Kilgore on his website. Happy Reading.

Embrace Imagination
with Summer Fun!

If you are Into hiking or rafting, here are a few ideas for hiking where the summer heat is bearable. Be sure to send your photos in so you can be published in SHINE.

  • Northern Virginia - Hiking Trails
  • Maine - White Water Rafting
  • Cape Breton - Hiking Lone Shieling

Story Garden

If you are a children's author and want to get your name out, please schedule a time on my Youtube Story Garden channel. Be sure to stay tuned to the fun changes to my newsletter coming soon. 

Be sure to see the pictures and Shine. Enjoy June!

May Updates 2021

May Updates 2021

New venture alert!!

Kroger Author Program

I am very proud to be part of the Kroger Author Program. It allows me to meet young readers and their parents all around Texa and Louisana.

This month I was able to sign books in Rosenburg, Texas. I had a bonus surprise, a friend of mine from Dubai had moved back home to Texas. She brought her beautiful grandchildren up to the store to meet me and have my books signed. It was an extraordinary moment.

I love it when I get to reconnect with my friends. Thank you, Bonnie Vaughn Schmidt. 

HINT!

A new book is coming out in October! Who is the Main Character?

Talk a Book

Talk a Book is a new company that allows you to hire authors like myself through zoom for your home parties. They can be for children and adults. Check out the programs I offer as well as others. It is simple and easy to do.

 I enjoyed being a guest host for the Indie Beacon Show and interviewed award-winning author Patty York Raymond. Patty's books you will find to be uplifting and the songs filled with joy. It was fun to interview her because she and I enjoy going to schools and inspiring the students and teachers. Enjoy the interview.

Dr. Jacalyn™'s show 'A Better You' I spoke what I call 'The Three S's in Writing' It was fun to explain 'Shelf, Show, Success.' You can enjoy the replay here! 

Fashion!

I am excited to be a part of the New Dr. Jacalyn™'s show, Fashion, Fitness Travel, and Leisure. Our kick-off show was with award-winning Fashion Critic/TV host Marcelous Jones from France. He gave us a glimpse into the world of high fashion. Check out the replay.

Story Garden

If you are a children's author and want to get your name out, please schedule a time on my Youtube Story Garden channel. Be sure to stay tuned to the fun changes to my newsletter coming soon. 

Be sure to see the pictures and Shine. Enjoy May!

April Updates 2021

April Updates 2021

Talk, talk and talk some more...

I had the pleasure to be a guest host for the Indie Beacon Show. I interviewed award-winning author Jane Little Botkin. Please read my blog about the author and the Indie Beacon Show.

Jane Little Botkin, a historical nonfiction writer, shared fun details of what led her to become a writer and inspire her.

I hope you will follow Botkin on Amazon and Good Reads, so you never miss an interview. I am excited to read her latest book, The Girl Who Dared to Defy: Jane Street and "Denver's Rebel Maids" (2021). It is exciting to be a guest host for the Indie Beacon Show, and I hope you will subscribe and never miss an author interview.

I had the pleasure to be a guest host for the Indie Beacon Show. I interviewed award-winning author Jane Little Botkin. Please read my blog about the author and the Indie Beacon Show.

Jane Little Botkin, a historical nonfiction writer, shared fun details of what led her to become a writer and inspire her.

I hope you will follow Botkin on Amazon and Good Reads, so you never miss an interview. I am excited to read her latest book, The Girl Who Dared to Defy: Jane Street and "Denver's Rebel Maids" (2021). It is exciting to be a guest host for the Indie Beacon Show, and I hope you will subscribe and never miss an author interview.

Dr. Jacalyn™'s show "A Better You" I spoke about "The Power of Words." It was fun to explain why I feel "Words Are Our Tools for Communication = The Power of Words."

Watch YouTube or listen to the podcast.

I am excited to be a part of the New Dr. Jacalyn™'s show, Fashion, Fitness Travel, and Leisure! It is going to be so much fun to meet and hear experts from around the world. Be sure to tune in to Dr. Jacalyn™ on Facebook, and you will see us live every Friday at 11 a.m. Eastern Time.

Talk a Book is a new company that allows you to hire authors like myself through zoom for your home parties. They can be for children and adults. Check out the programs I offer as well as others. It is simple and easy to do.

If you are a children's author and want to get your name out, please schedule a time on my Youtube Story Garden channel. Be sure to stay tuned to the fun changes to my newsletter coming soon!

Be sure to see the pictures and Shine. Enjoy April!

March Updates 2021

March Updates 2021

Strive for a better you!

Swami Ada Shiva Tirtha, D. Sc shared with Dr. Jacalyn™ on how to be sure the good angels are guiding you. Just say to yourself, “if you are not from God, go away, and they must leave, and they do.” May sure to subscribe to Dr. Jacalyn™. Better You show and enjoy the variety of guests and their suggestions for a “Better You!”

Katherine Lousie Boehm, the illustrator for the Moonling Adventures the Serengeti, is also a professor at Scad University in Atlanta, Georgia. Check out other talents, especially her music
visit Pickle Process.

The saying “March comes in like a Lion,” and for sure it did in Texas. For the first time in many years, we had light snow. I remember a freeze in the ’90s, but I had not seen snow since I was in 4th grade. Now up in the northern part of Texas, they had inches and inches of snow enough for my nieces and nephews to build a snowman. See Shine the fun pictures that were sent in.

It was a delight to teach a session for the South Cast Senior College. The women learned about the importance of reading to their family members no matter what age. I also gave them tips for changing the voices to make the characters come alive. We discussed various streaming companies and YouTube. I gave suggestions on what to do if a family member is not in the mood for a book, then have fun see about creating a story together. I look forward to hearing about their successes with their new family adventures.

Radio program

As I said in the newsletter, the radio disc jockey said “Go“ and off I went telling one story after another about my brothers and all the different things we did. I would look up at my mom as I spoke, and she mouth to keep talking. So I did. Finally, he said stop and asked me if I had fun talking, and of course, I said yes. Then we waited as listeners called in to say who they thought was the most interesting talker. The next thing I knew, I was back on the show because I won! I received an album of great events in America. I remember this well because the man told me to keep telling stories, and of course, I did. It was a powerful moment. These few minutes in my life were powerful because there was a radioman telling me I won, and he opened my mind to believe in myself, and I had good stories to tell. He gave me the tools to believe in myself and imagine what I can do and be. So embrace imagination and believe you can be whatever you want to be.

 

May March bring you Joy!