No Morocco, Just Insomnia

I’m supposed to be in Morocco now. My husband and I planned this big trip for months! But in early September, a stressful situation caused Danny to stop sleeping. By the time the situation was resolved a week later, he had developed a pattern of insomnia. He tried remedies from chamomile tea to warm milk, … Read more

Holiday Sale!

Before I get to the sale, let me say what a big success the NorCal Sisters in Crime Showcase was on November 4th at Books, Inc. in San Francisco. Even though we had only six books represented, the seats were jammed, possibly because it was our chapter’s 25th anniversary and our out-going president Terry Shames … Read more

Updates!

It’s hard to keep up with my own life! One important landmark has already come and gone. On September 30th, a group of local mystery writers officially formed Santa Cruz Women of Mystery. Our goal is to conspire to support each other in our journey through the world of mystery writing and promotion. We are nine women strong: … Read more

NorCal Sisters in Crime Fall Showcase

I’ll be reading my most recently published short story, Critical Mass, at the NorCal Sisters in Crime Fall Showcase. Many talented authors will entertain you, including Juliet Blackwell, Heather Haven, Ellen Kirschman, Bette & J.J. Lambe, Eileen Magill, Camille Minichino (as Jean Flowers) and William Wallace. Treats, book raffles, and fun! Join us Saturday, November 7, 2015, … Read more