Today on Friday’s Odds and Ends we start with a quote from President Obama, “This administration has no interest in leaking classified information.” But does that mean that they didn’t? This comment was in response to allegations that the White House disclosed sensitive information to mold Obama’s image as tough on terror. Memo to Obama: …
My guest today is Slim Randles. Sometimes his Home Country offerings are humorous stories about the gang down at the Mule Barn Truck Stop, but other times he gets a bit poetic. This is one of his more thoughtful pieces. Enjoy….. This is sunset one fall evening at Grandma’s Ranch. There’s something to be said …
When I first got the idea to write my woman’s novel, Play it Again, Sam, the divorce rate for people age 50 and older was just starting a slow climb. Most couples who were married for 20 years or more, usually stayed married and worked through the challenges of growing older, facing an empty nest, …
I’m not sure if there is any rule against reviewing a book that you are a contributor to, but if I don’t say anything about my story, will that work? A few weeks ago, all of us who contributed to The Corner Cafe: A Tasty Collection of Short Stories were asked to download the book …
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Surprise, surprise. I don’t normally post on Saturdays, unless I’m doing the A to Z challenge, but I had to pop in today to let you know about a free book this weekend. The Corner Cafe A Tasty Collection of Short Stories is described on Amazon: Sweet, dreamy, steamy, and sometimes slightly seamy, this multi-genre …
Shame on President Obama for doing the photo op at the Vietnam War Memorial on Memorial Day and double shame on him if it was his idea. I’m hoping it wasn’t. Even though I don’t always agree with him, I saw him as a man with more sensibilities and compassion. But maybe that was before …
Today I am over at The Blood Red Pencil with some writing tips from the comic strips. Come on over and join the fun, but first say hello to mystery author, J.H. Bogran, today’s Wednesday Guest at It’s Not All Gravy. He’s here today as part of his blog tour to celebrate the release of …
I always knew that reading was good for people. As a child, I escaped into fiction and found comfort and sometimes guidance in the stories I read. I learned about dedication and commitment from The Old Man and the Sea. I learned about loyalty and devotion to those we love from Of Mice and Men …
Once again Carl Brookins shares a review with us. I really appreciate his generosity in sharing these so I don’t have to write a review. (smile) Darker Than Any Shadow By Tina WhittleISBN: 97815905854672012 release from Poisoned Pen Press. HC, 291 pages The second entry in the author’s intriguing series, featuring a gun shop …
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A Texas jury gave Kimberly Cargill a death sentence after she had been found guilty of first degree murder for killing her babysitter and setting the woman’s body on fire. Full story here: Kimberly Cargill sentenced to death No matter what one thinks of the despicable crime, is the death penalty the best choice? …