I hope you enjoy this little trip into the world of Crystal Falls, where my stories develop. With a glimpse into this fictional town in Northeast Ohio, you’ll meet some of the characters in my stories.

I’m thrilled to announce the release of the first two books in the Crystal Falls Series. 
Lilacs for Laura  and Roses for Rachel  are now available from The Wild Rose Press.

On the Books page, you can read an excerpt from each book and find ordering information. With each electronic purchase from The Wild Rose Press, you are eligible to win a FREE Sony eReader. Enter the contest on their site. Last month, I won! I purchased a friend’s book and entered right then. The eReader is great! Buying Lilacs for Laura makes you eligible to enter too.

Be sure to ENTER MY CONTEST !

In celebration of the release of Roses for Rachel, I’m giving one lucky reader a chance to win a FREE download of the book – as well a Yankee Candle - Fresh Cut Roses, and Passionate Rose body wash and lotion from The Healing Garden.

Congratulations to the Winner of October's contest:  JAN WRIGHT

Jan won a copy of Lilacs for Laura and other "lilac" prizes. 

On the Fun page, Laura (from Lilacs for Laura) shares her favorite tea party recipes and Rachel (from Roses for Rachel) gives us some decorating tips. For the lowdown on what’s happening with the Crystal Falls Series, see the News page. Myrtle (the infamous town gossip) will share what's new with my writing and tell where you can meet me at book signings and speaking events. I’ll try to keep her gossiping tongue under wraps but no promises!

Besides writing and promoting my books, I write a newspaper column called Time to Enjoy for the Geauga County Maple Leaf. To read the latest column, see www.geaugamapleleaf.com.  In addition, my husband and I own a small trucking company. I handle the accounting and secretarial work, as well as occasional deliveries. Most importantly, I am a wife and the mother of two grown children in college (who visit home often - thank goodness!)

To learn more about me and my writing, see the About page. For updates on the books and my writing, subscribe to my newsletter.  I’d also like to get to know you! I love to hear from readers and friends. Contact me and tell me about yourself and your hometown.

Please make yourself comfortable, sip a cup of tea, and stay a while!