I’m at the library right now. Our internet service provider decided to shut off our outdated modem, so I’m here to access the internet. They’ll replace the modem, but that will take a few days. Of course, no time would be convenient for such a disruption, but at least I’m gleaning something positive. I’ve wanted … Continue reading The Terabithia Grove
All that is gold does not glitter, not all those who wander are lost; the old that is strong does not wither, deep roots are not reached by the frost. From the ashes a fire shall be woken, a light from the shadows shall spring; renewed shall be blade that was broken, the crownless again … Continue reading A Thought-Provoking Poem by J.R.R. Tolkien
Jennifer Hallmark explores the relationship between writing and solitude in today’s guest author journal. For my part, I don’t write well in a crowd. Solitude seems to be mother’s milk for my creativity. Thanks for reading, and if you’d like to weigh in on Jennifer’s topic, please do so in the comments below her post. Janalyn … Continue reading Solitary or Sociable? One Writer’s Perspective from Jennifer Hallmark
I don’t really believe in writer’s block, so I won’t say I had a case of that in recent weeks. However, my mind, spirit, and body do need to be in harmony for me to create. That’s not to say that everything has to be ideal before I can write, but I am human and … Continue reading Starting Again
I’ll give the sad news first, so we can move onto happier things. Lady Guinevere, the sweet little cat I owned for over 22 years, passed away of renal failure this month. It wasn’t unexpected, given her age and failing health, but we miss her dearly. For the past three months prior to my cat’s death, … Continue reading Sad and Happy News
Janalyn Voigt: Previous Speaking Engagements This list includes my speaking engagements for the past few years, in reverse order. Completed Speaking Events in 2014 KIRKLAND, WASHINGTON: January 25th, 2014. Build an Email List for Writing Success and Solving the Pinterest Puzzle for Northwest Christian Writer’s Coach Technology Conference Completed Speaking Events in 2013 MISSOULA, MONTANA: … Continue reading Previous Speaking Engagements for Janalyn Voigt
Admittedly, I have a thing about fantasy series with the word tales in the title, but who needs a reason to enjoy the Tales of Goldstone Wood series by Anne Elisabeth Stengl? Anne very kindly served as a blog host during the blog tour for Wayfarer, second novel in my Tales of Faeraven series. Now … Continue reading Golden Daughter by Anne Elisabeth Stengl (Cover Reveal and Giveaway)
When I explored Robber’s Roost, a stagecoach stop in Montana, it was really special. I took lots of pictures. Can’t you just see a stagecoach swinging in through that gate? In other news, the winner of the Wayfarer Launch Celebration Blog Tour giveaway of a $20 Starbucks gift card is Kathy Wagoner! Congratulations, Kathy. Thanks to … Continue reading Robber’s Roost & Giveaway Winner
From Janalyn: I’ve known Lynn Donovan for a while now and have enjoyed watching her find her feet as a writer. In her guest journal, she describes her writing journey. A Teardrop Trailer Led to My Becoming a Published Author by Lynn Donovan The best part of being a writer is I finally have justification … Continue reading How a Teardrop Trailer Led Lynn Donovan Into Becoming a Published Author
