It’s Off to Schools We Go….

by | Nov 24, 2014 | Blog, Mental health, Teens, Writing

So, I’m itching to get out into the classroom and use CRAZY as a teaching tool in reading, writing, or counseling classes.  If you are a teacher, school counselor, parent, or student,  I hope you will take a look at the following form and give me your input.  I...

The Crazy Business of Book Promotion

by | Nov 17, 2014 | Blog, Mental health, Writing

    I’m just in off the road from my maiden voyage, a two-week tour of the Pacific Northwest, peddling my debut book, CRAZY.  And boy, am I full of wisdom, the kind earned the hard way by jumping in feet first and totally blind!  In no particular order, here are...

Five Favorites from CRAZY

by | Nov 10, 2014 | Blog, Mental health, Writing

Today I’m lingering over a second cup of coffee, savoring the memories of the past three weeks.   It started with release day (October 20) and a whirlwind tour in the Pacific Northwest, culminating in the launch that saw twelve events over twelve days, and over...

Meet Rema, another Teen-acious Teen

by | Nov 4, 2014 | Blog, Teens

Today I am pleased to welcome Rema Kodaimati, a Junior at Independence High in Mint Hill.  Her former teacher and fellow author Melissa Carpenter recommended her as a Teen-acious Teen. LP:  Rema, you have a unique story.  Fill us in on some of the details. RK: I  was...

THE LAUNCH TOUR

by | Oct 27, 2014 | Blog

This whirlwind book launch tour is winding down, with two more events and a few days of R & R on the Oregon coast before heading home. What a learning and stretching experience it has been, so full of wonderful people and places! Thanksgiving dinner in October...