Category Archives: Fiction Writing
The kid in all of us.
Aside from perfecting my deep meditation and concentration during yoga, and besides dancing with my dog and singing into my hairbrush, and writing contemporary romances, I also write children’s stories under the pen name, Maddie Ryan.
Writing Pippy’s Wish brought out the kid in me and I’ve been having fun creating a Facebook Page for my alter-ego and a short video for Pippy’s Wish. You can view it HERE.
Who can’t resist a mischievous, precocious, witty, quirky—got love a gal with some quirks—lovable and creative tween-Angel-in-training ?
She loves her orange capri’s, the color purple (yes, she wears these colors together), skateboarding, her puppy and coming up with ways to dodge sitting still in class—which means she gets in a lot of predicaments (I know the kid in all of us can relate to her).
Introducing Pippy’s Wish; a fun, comedic, inspirational read for all ages.
Now available on Amazon.
Angel-in-Training Pippy is quirky, mischievous, lovable and enchanting. She can’t wait to graduate, earn her wings and become a cool teen Angel.
Although she sometimes makes mistakes, her ingenuity and humor usually yanks her out of trouble.
Except this time, it’s gotten her INTO trouble.
Big trouble.
Can Pippy solve this one on her own?
Pippy’s Wish also includes a few of Pippy’s Favorite Recipes:
- Tangerine Angel Cupcakes with Sweet Cloud Frosting
- Purple Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
- Pippy’s Super Cool Mac’ N Cheese with Apple Slices & Potato Chips
- Pippy’s Flying Angel Punch
Editorial Reviews:
“Pippy’s Wish is a lovable story that will enchant children and adults. Pippy is refreshing the way she approaches any obstacle. There are many good qualities in the story line that gives much thought to options in a person’s life as well as purposes. Ms. Ryan pens a delightful read that will charm and inspire. It is perky and most enjoyable, a winner and one that should not be missed.” Linda L. Reviewer, R. Studio.
“Pippy is a quirky heroine that children will identify with. She is different, but that is all right. She faces her problems head on, chin up and never gives up. The story will have readers reflecting on their own choices and motives, and feeling good about what makes them unique. Pippy’s Wish is a wonderful, inspirational read for all ages.” Dee Gentle, Reviewer.
Join Maddie Ryan and Pippy on Facebook.
Maddie Ryan’s Blog
Pippy on Goodreads
Under the Covers with Nancy Lauzon
Welcome Nancy Lauzon, author of the Chick Dick Mysteries. Don’t you love the series name?
Nancy will be sharing her thoughts on book covers, something I know she is passionate about.
She has also generously offered to run a CONTEST. THREE LUCKY PEOPLE will each win one one of her fabulous books in the Chick Dick Mysteries. If you love mystery, comedy, intrigue and romance, you’re in for a real treat.
CONTEST DETAILS BELOW:
Take it away, Nancy. . . . (Please note: the covers shown here are Nancy’s NEW covers, not the ones she is discussing)
Good quality book cover art is absolutely crucial to a writer’s sales. Or as fellow blogger Chuck Wendig puts it: ‘Make sure your cover doesn’t suck a bag of dicks.’ I apologize for the rough language, but there’s just no better way of saying it.
