10 Things I need more of 2013

Here are 10 things that I need more of in the coming year 1. Well played cellos. It is by far my favorite instrument. 2. Woods in the winter before the snow, when the trees are all bony and stark and look like crooked fingers scraping the sky. 3. Tea. Because tea is perfect. 4.… Continue reading 10 Things I need more of 2013

Over at Word Spelunking

I’m over at Word Spelunking (pith helmet not included) answering some questions about Lizzy Speare and the Cursed Tomb. You can find out who my first literary crush was (warning: he wears tights), who my favorite literary villain is (warning: she drives a sleigh and can make num-nums appear out of ice) and why more… Continue reading Over at Word Spelunking

Over at Howling Turtle

I’m over at Howling Turtle talking about five things you might not know, or ever want to know about Greek mythology. See, Lizzy is one part Shakespeare and two parts mythology. I’ve always been a huge fan of greek mythology. Cyclops, satyrs, Pegasus, heroes, villains, talking trees – the whole thing was fascinating when I… Continue reading Over at Howling Turtle

Over at Pretty in Fiction

I’m over at Pretty in Fiction today talking about my top five favorite children’s books. For those who know me, I’m terrible at these games. As soon as someone says “top favorite” anything either my mind goes blank or I can’t make a decision. In this case it was both. Feel free to come by… Continue reading Over at Pretty in Fiction