June Updates 2022

June Updates 2022

Jun 15, 2022 | News

A time to celebrate dads!

A picture of my dad and I at a park near our home in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

My dad lived during the depression years; he joined the Navy when he turned 18 to do his part for our country. My dad worked hard and eventually went into business with a friend, and they built a successful company. He taught all of us kids to have good work ethics. He and my mom provided for their six children and gave us a solid spiritual foundation and 'to believe in ourselves.' Thank you, dad, for all your sacrifices for your family to grow strong.

Happy Heavenly Father's Day!

Global girls book club
Global girls book club

Summer Time!

I agree with the school children; summer is a time for fun! No school. My husband and I will be enjoying road trips, family, hiking, and fun times on the water. We have kicked the summer off to enjoy Inks Lake and the Longhorn Caverns. I find exploring inspirational, and new ideas flow for my writing.

The George Floyd Scholarships

Since 2000, two scholarships are given to a student in baseball and music in honor of my dad's high school alma mater, Collinsville High school. This year the music scholarship goes to Emma Nolte and the baseball scholarship goes to Landon Bunch. Congratulations and may your new adventures in college be fabulous!

Emma Nolte

Landon Bunch

Big Announcement!

October 8, the release of Charlie and the Tire Swing! OC Publishing Co. is the publisher, and the illustrations are by the artist Judy Gaudet. Stay tuned for more information over the next few months!

 

What another book announcement!

Winnner!

Story Monsters Magazine Is an award-winning magazine for parents, teachers, librarians, and anyone and everyone who enjoys children's books. I am overwhelmed with joy that the magazine sees the magic of the book A Song of Peace. You can find the book on Amazon B& N and in local bookstores.

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School Visit

I enjoyed reading to the students in the 2nd-grade class at the Girl's School of Austin! The students were very attentive and asked terrific questions during the Q&A. I am so glad schools can have author visits again. I enjoy them very much.

Media Update

A busy month of interviews and school visits online and off.

The Uncaged Magazine writes on the Little Girl in the Moon and the Big Idea. WOW!

This book is one of my favorite stories. While working on the story, I knew I needed the poem/song, but the words were not coming to me. Then one night, while I was sleeping, the poem/song came to me, and I had to wake up and write the words down immediately. I am thrilled about the book and to have an article about the story in The Uncaged Magazine. When you read the article, please note that the photographer Bridget Karam took all the pictures of me. She is fantastic, and you can learn more about her at www.bridgetkaram.com

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Coming Soon!

A Time to Fly,  published by Texas Sister Press, Cover Reveal July 26, mark your calendar for August 2, and join the fun for the Book Launch. You never know; you might win a copy of one of the first prints!  

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January 2023!

January 2023!

Jan 30, 2022 | News

Happy New Year!

I wanted to reflect on this year and thank you for your support.

As my mom always said, "life is made of chapters," Now I have to laugh because I am writing books with chapters. 

As many of you know, it took a while to be a published author, but I soon discovered the most challenging part was to come-- what I refer to as "The Beast," marketing. So first, thank you for all your support in reading my newsletters, purchasing my books, and even writing me back. Your support is an inspiration to me.

Reflecting on this year - What a year it has been!

Books published - A Time to Fly, Charlie and the Tire Swing, and A Song of Peace!

Award from the Story Monster Magazine:   A Song of Peace is "Story Monster"-  approved book!

I also had the pleasure of being cohost with Dr. Jacalyn, founder, and owner of USA Global TV and Radio ™®. The shows Fashion Travel and Fitness, The Corner Bookstore, and the UK News and Culture. The people we have interviewed from around the world are fascinating, and I have m to know many of them. 

I have enjoyed joining the Women in Publishing Group and Aimee Ravichandran, owner of abundantlysocial.com /Author Talk. 

This year brought me my publicist Mickey Mikelson owner of Creative Edge. Mickey has helped me with "The Beast!". I am grateful for all he has done to get my name out there. 

I am grateful to my illustrators, Nancy Hoover and Judy Gaudet, who have brought my books to life with artistic talents.

I am also grateful to Aimee Warren, owner, and founder of Creative Pockets, who runs my website.  

As we begin 2023, I look forward to all the new chapters life will bring. I also want to encourage you to go after your dreams. It might take a while, but goals are worth turning into a reality. 

On a personal note, I am grateful for my family's love and support.
May this year bless your family, and may your dreams come true! 

Warm Regards,

Diann Floyd Boehm

Fun with Words – Issue 11

Fun with Words – Issue 11

Dec 2, 2020 | Words

Highlighting people in the past and present in all the amazing ways they embraced imagination: acting, singing, storytelling and writing

One common thread is The Power of words: The more we understand and build our vocabulary, the more fun we can have with expressing ourselves in song, stories, acting and poetry.

Creativity

  1. David Bowie and Bing Crosby, British and American Singers, Enjoy their duet, Peace on Earth! 
  2. Dolly Parton a famous American Singer, Songwriter, actress and author. Enjoy her magic of song with Kenny Rogers, Christmas Songs.
  3. Amy Grant A famous American Singer and song writer. Enjoy her Christmas song, Breath of Heaven one of my favorites
  4. Elvis Presley, Singer, actor. Enjoy “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”.

Biographies

  1. Charles Tazewell author. He is a famous for the book, The Littlest Angel. One of the top Christmas book of all time.  Check out some of his other famous books and film hits. Many we still watch today. Homophones
  2. Raymond Briggs an English, cartoonist, illustrator and novelist. His book The Snowman becomes a movie and is a favorite today!
  3. Charles Dickens author of A Christmas Carol also known as Scrooge, The story has been told over and over for years, plays, movies and musicals.

Holiday Fun Words

Add to the list and then go to this link and make a word search puzzle with your words. Print out for word fun for friends and family.

  1. Angel
  2. Wreath
  3. Stockings
  4. Hot Chocolate
  5. Reindeer
  6. Gingerbread
  7. Presents
Fun with Words – Issue 11

Fun with Words – Issue 10

Oct 26, 2020 | Words

Highlighting people in the past and present in all the amazing ways they embraced imagination: acting, singing, storytelling and writing

One common thread is The Power of words: The more we understand and build our vocabulary, the more fun we can have with expressing ourselves in song, stories, acting and poetry.

Creativity

  1. Martina McBride Singer-Songwriter and producer.
  2. Donna Hightower R&B American jazz and soul singer and songwriter.
  3. George M. Cohan (1878 - 1942) Born in Rhode Island, USA. A singer, actor and dancer.

Homophone

A homophone is a word that is pronounced the same as another word but has a different spelling and meaning.

1. Instants > instance

  • In that instance, the world changed.
  • In this instance, you may not go down that hallway.

2. Intents > Intense

  • In all intents and purposes, that was not the reaction they were going for.
  • It was an intense situation.

3. Hurts > Hertz

  • It hurts so much.
  • I was scared when the hertz pulled up.

Antonyms

An Antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

1. Interrupt > Continue

  • Please do not interrupt me!
  • Please continue with the story.

2. Brave > Cowardly

  • The dog is very brave the way he saved the girl.
  • He as cowardly as the lion in the Wizard of Oz.

3. Insult > Compliment

  • That was a terrible insult she gave him.
  • What a beautiful compliment he gave her?

Synonyms

A Synonym is a word or phrase that means close to or exactly the same as another word.

1. Enjoy > Relish

  • Please come in and enjoy yourself.
  • He did not relish the situation.

2. Temperamental > Moody

  • She is very temperamental.
  • She is very moody today.

3. Silent > Mute

  • The couple was very silent about their private life.
  • The couple was mute about their private life.
Fun with Words – Issue 11

Fun with Words – Issue 09

Sep 26, 2020 | Words

Highlighting people in the past and present in all the amazing ways they embraced imagination: acting, singing, storytelling and writing

One common thread is The Power of words: The more we understand and build our vocabulary, the more fun we can have with expressing ourselves in song, stories, acting and poetry.

Creativity

  1. Rachel Boehm Author,  Nutrition * Fitness & Skin Business owner, Yes You.
  2. John Farnham (1949) He is an Australian singer. He began his career as an Aussie teen idol.
  3. Anne Cordy (1928) Born in Brussels, Belgium. Actress.

Biographies

1. St. Thomas Aquinas (1225) Born in Roccasecca, Italy. Thomas was considered 'one of the most influential thinkers of   Medival Scholastism'

2. Margaret O’Carroll A medieval Irish noblewoman. She was known as 'Margaret of Hospitable' due to her work in the arts, literary festivals.

3. María de la Cruz (1912–1995) She is known for her work regarding the rights of women, her radio program, and her writings.

Homophone

A homophone is a word that is pronounced the same as another word but has a different spelling and meaning.

1. Cached > Cashed

  • The king had a cache of gold hidden away.
  • It was an exciting day as I recieved and cashed my very first paycheck!

2. Horse > Hoarse

  • Sandy is the name of her beautiful new horse.
  • She was to hoarse to sing for her concert.

3. Wholly > Holy

  • She was wholly involved in the entire design of the party.
  • The wedding was a beautiful holy ceremony celebrating the sacrament of Holy Matrimony.

Antonyms

An Antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word.

1. Leave > Arrive

  • Please leave on time.
  • Please arrive on time.

2. Poor > Rich

  • They were so poor that they could not even afford milk for the baby.
  • They were so rich that they could afford to purchase milk for those in need.

3. Left > Right

  • She writes with her left hand.
  • She writes with her right hand.

Synonyms

A Synonym is a word or phrase that means close to or exactly the same as another word.

1. Mistaken > Improper

  • He is mistaken thinking that way.
  • He is improper in his thinking.

2. Sincere > Loyal

  • She is sincere in her thoughts.
  • She is loyal to her subjects.

3.  Contemplate > Think

  • Do you contemplate people wanting change?
  • Do you think you will be allowed to come?