by Olivia | Jul 11, 2016 | Lens on Life, Uncategorized
I sometimes use the tagline, “Twisting through time, chasing the joy.” It’s summer, and I’ve had plenty of joy to chase. My daughter got married. It was a stunning day. My flowers have been awesome. I live in a bee-yoo-tiful place. I see lots...
by Olivia | Jun 23, 2016 | Uncategorized
So today I realized it’s been a month since I posted anything here. That happens from time to time, because life happens. Happily this time the distraction has been a joyous one—my daughter’s wedding. She did a fabulous job of organizing a beautiful...
by Olivia | May 24, 2016 | Lens on Life, Uncategorized
I’m a writer with ruts. One of those ruts is that I often go to the public library on Saturday afternoons to find myself a nice spot that looks out the bank of windows on a panoramic view of the Front Range of the Rockies. A recent Saturday was an ordinary...
by Olivia | May 17, 2016 | Books in Process
A couple of years ago I wrote Hidden Falls, a long novel that was available in “episodes” you could download for an e-reader or audible book. I’m pleased to be able to say that the book will soon be available in print as a big fat book of 528 pages....
by Olivia | Apr 27, 2016 | Uncategorized
As promised, I’m happy to announce the first, second, and third prizes of the Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt. Thanks to all who played! First Prize: Crystal Balzer in Wyoming won copies of all the authors’ books plus a $3oo Amazon card. Second Prize:...
by Olivia | Apr 21, 2016 | Books in Process
NOTE: The scavenger hunt has ended for this time around, so the prize offers are over. But if you’re finding this post later, you might still enjoy making your way through the sites that were part of the scavenger hunt to learn about new releases you...
by Olivia | Apr 18, 2016 | Books in Process, Uncategorized
It’s time for the spring 2016 Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt. Get ready! It’s happening this weekend. So many great authors are participating! If you don’t recognize them all, the hunt is a great way to be introduced. PRIZES: 1st Prize: $300 Amazon...
by Olivia | Apr 11, 2016 | Books in Process, Uncategorized
Hope in the Land just released. I’m still basking in the glow of my author copies sitting in the corner of my kitchen. When a new books comes out, I am always astounded that it actually happened! I know many of you keep up to date on my books. Thank you! Thank...
by Olivia | Apr 4, 2016 | Books in Process, Uncategorized
April 1 was the official release day for Hope in the Land. So all I’m saying here is “Yippee!” I’dve long wanted to write a Depression-era story, so this books holds a soft spot in my heart. It’s available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble,...
by Olivia | Mar 28, 2016 | Books in Process, Uncategorized
Growing up and living during my younger adult years in Illinois, I suppose I knew about as much about the Great Depression as anyone in my circles. Stock market crash. High unemployment. The Grapes of Wrath. Sometimes my mother told a story that drew me past the facts...
