Stomp Out Bullying

Stomp Out Bullying

October is National Bullying Awareness Month, and as I’ve stated before, this should be a year long campaign. I recently watched the documentary, Audrie & Daisy which discussed two teenage women who were sexually assaulted, then later bullied. Sadly, Audrie Pott committed suicide because of the bullying, and Daisy attempted it several times. This seems to…

Author Interview with Susan Stielow

Greetings everyone! Today we have the beautiful Ms. Susan Stielow with us. She is a young adult author currently living in Georgia with her husband, and one of her four children. Welcome Susan! Thanks for being here! Carrigan: What is it about writing that you love? Susan: The creating part. The part where you just sit back,…

Three Little Birds

Three Little Birds

Hello, I’m reminded of Bob Marley’s song, Three Little Birds, especially when times are tough. I really try to maintain a positive outlook even in the worst of times, but it’s hard. Things haven’t been easy for our nation, for me personally, and I’m sure for a lot of people. I am unable to do…

Author Interview: Kristi Cramer

Greetings!! Today I interviewed the lovely Kristi Cramer! She is the author of young adult historical fantasy, The Bonnie Isles Trilogy. Thank you so much for being here! Carrigan: What is it about writing that you love? Kristi: I love being able to create my own worlds with characters who are challenged to be bolder, stronger,…

Author Interview: D.A. Roach

Hello! Today I’m featuring author D.A. Roach! She is the author of young adult novels, Between the Bleeding Willows (The Demon Hunters Series), and Rarity. She has been telling stories since she was a young girl in the suburbs of Chicago. In college she met the man of her dreams, her happily ever after, and married…

Author Interview: Michelle Murray

Hello! Today I have an interview with Michelle Murray! I’m so excited to have her here today. Michelle is the author of The Dream Walker Series and a poetry book titled, “Rainbows And Dreams.” Welcome Michelle!   Carrigan: What is it about writing that you love? Michelle: I love the creativity, being able to create…

Author Interview: Kyra Dune

Hello!! Today I am featuring young adult author, Kyra Dune! She was born in Oklahoma, but spent most of her life travelling with her family. She is the author of two dozen fantasy novels, including: Shadow of the Dragon, Elfblood, and Firebrand. Thank you so much for being here, Kyra! Carrigan: What is it about writing that…

Why Do People Joke About Suicide?

Why Do People Joke About Suicide?

Good afternoon! It’s been a tough week, but as promised I’m still upholding my promise to blog or post important facts regarding mental health. I feel this is a very important topic that so many people need to learn about. As to the answer to the title of this post, I have no answer. Lately,…

Brrr! It’s cold!

Brrr! It’s cold!

Hello! How is everyone today? I’m cold – it’s a whopping 21 degrees in north Atlanta with a real feel of 10! It’s too cold to adult today, that’s for sure. I’m so excited about my upcoming release, January Dreams. Only 10 days left to pre-order at the special $0.99 price! I’ve started writing the…