Blog Posts

  • Smashwords Sale

    The ebook version of my book Toto’s Tale and True Chronicle of Oz, is on sale this month at Smashwords. Just go to the link above. The book is a retelling of the Wizard of Oz story from the point of view of Dorothy’s little dog Toto. It’s written for children ages 8-12, but is… Read more

  • EBOOK SALE

    Happy Read an Ebook Week! You can find my book, Toto’s Tale and True Chronicle of Oz, available now at @Smashwords at a 50% discount to help you celebrate. Find my book and many more at https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/583682 Read more

  • I’m Not Mad at You

    This is a revised version of the poem I previously posted. It is a response to ICE brutality and the killings in Minneapolis: “I’m Not Mad at You” They look like storm troopers, armored, faces hidden, belts hung with guns, rifles drawn. They invade in packs, like angry dogs. They killed Good, then Pretti. They’re… Read more

  • Santa Cruz Peace Chorale

    It’s been months since I’ve posted and I apologize. There hasn’t been much book news since the San Jose Women’s Club event. Today I’m posting, not about books, but about the upcoming winter concert of the Santa Cruz Peace Chorale. I’m not a soloist, but I love singing with the choir and the songs we… Read more

  • CHILL OUT AND READ

    I was chosen to be one of the authors presenting my books at this fun free event in San Jose. Carol Foote, from my critique group, will also have her books there. Join us if you’re in the area. Read more

  • Peace Chorale Concert

    The Santa Cruz Peace Chorale celebrates 25 years of singing for peace and justice in the Santa Cruz community with their spring concert: Under the musical direction of singer/songwriter Aileen Vance, the Santa Cruz Peace Chorale is a mixed-voice community choir providing inspiration through powerful traditional & contemporary songs from many genres.  Come listen and… Read more