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Evolution of a Book Cover

 Posted by on Nov 12, 2018 at 3:52 PM
Nov 122018
 
Evolution of a Book Cover

With the launch of my second short story collection, SWING SHORTS, I wanted something different for a cover. Something illustrated. I follow a couple of hashtags on Twitter and noticed these really cool drawings an artist, Lahela Schoessler had done of her friend’s grandparents from 1940s photos. Her pin-up style was exactly what I was going for. […more…]

Fun and Spooky Swing Dance Music

 Posted by on Oct 30, 2018 at 12:07 PM
Oct 302018
 
Fun and Spooky Swing Dance Music

Halloween is my favorite holiday. As an actor, writer, director, I love all the  make-believe and drama, and as a vintage fashionista, it feeds my passion to dress-up! I sat down and listened to all my fave vintage or retro songs and found this list to be the most danceable for Lindy Hop, Balboa Swing, […more…]

Spooktacular Ghost Story Month: D.J. Doyle

 Posted by on Oct 24, 2018 at 7:46 AM
Oct 242018
 
Spooktacular Ghost Story Month: D.J. Doyle

I’ve teamed up with a bunch of other swell authors to bring you spine-tingling tales to get you in the Halloween spirit. All this month, I will introduce you to a new author and their Spooktacular ghost story. Meet: D.J. Doyle D.J. Doyle was raised by pot-smoking hippies. She spent her days worshiping pagan deities […more…]

Spooktacular Ghost Story Month: Catherine Kullmann

 Posted by on Oct 19, 2018 at 8:37 AM
Oct 192018
 
Spooktacular Ghost Story Month: Catherine Kullmann

I’ve teamed up with a bunch of other swell authors to bring you spine-tingling tales to get you in the Halloween spirit. All this month, I will introduce you to a new author and their Spooktacular ghost story. Meet: Catherine Kullmann Catherine Kullmann was born and educated in Dublin, Ireland. Following a three-year courtship conducted […more…]

Spooktacular Ghost Story Month: William Todd

 Posted by on Oct 12, 2018 at 7:03 AM
Oct 122018
 
Spooktacular Ghost Story Month: William Todd

I’ve teamed up with a bunch of other swell authors to bring you spine-tingling tales to get you in the Halloween spirit. All this month, I will introduce you to a new author and their Spooktacular ghost story. Meet: William Todd William has been writing online for nearly 20 years, primarily writing horror stories in […more…]

Spooktacular Ghost Story Month: Fiona Hogan

 Posted by on Oct 6, 2018 at 7:18 AM
Oct 062018
 
Spooktacular Ghost Story Month: Fiona Hogan

I’ve teamed up with a bunch of other swell authors to bring you spine-tingling tales to get you in the Halloween spirit. All this month, I will introduce you to a new author and their Spooktacular ghost story. Meet: Fiona Hogan Fiona Hogan is a writer, blogger and editor based in the midlands of Ireland. […more…]

Spooktacular Ghost Story Month: Pam Lecky

 Posted by on Oct 3, 2018 at 6:06 AM
Oct 032018
 
Spooktacular Ghost Story Month: Pam Lecky

I’ve teamed up with a bunch of other swell authors to bring you spine-tingling tales to get you in the Halloween spirit. All this month, I will introduce you to a new author and their Spooktacular ghost story. Meet: Pam Lecky Pam Lecky is an Irish historical fiction author, writing crime, mystery and romance. She […more…]

1920s Party Decor On a Budget

 Posted by on Sep 10, 2018 at 8:28 AM
Sep 102018
 
1920s Party Decor On a Budget

This year for our Gaslight Baker Theatre Gala (aka yearly fundraiser), the board of directors picked the theme of Speakeasy. First, my decorating crew met several times and came up with some really fun decor. I’ve included a step-by-step guide to our low-cost, fancy centerpieces and other fun party tips! Moreover, what was a cool […more…]