by Joanne | Feb 28, 2022 | News and Updates
Over the past few months, I’ve been busy behind-the-scenes . . . adding some new videos to my channel! And there are more to come–several which are already in the works! I’m excited to talk more about books in future videos (ideas are brewing!) and...
by Joanne | Dec 23, 2021 | News and Updates, The Lady and the Lionheart
Incredible. That’s the only way I can describe the ballet performance of the stage adaption for The Lady and the Lionheart. It was delightful from beginning to end, and not only did my mom, daughter, some friends and I get to watch it live in Colorado Springs this...
by Joanne | Oct 19, 2021 | Uncategorized
Almost a year ago, I stumbled upon a hymn called “Lead Kindly Light” and it was the perfect song to weave into “The Gold in These Hills.” It has a special place in my heart, and a special moment near the end of the novel. One that I hope brings courage and hope to...
by Joanne | Jan 28, 2021 | News and Updates, The Lady and the Lionheart
It was a surreal moment, when just a few days before Christmas, a message came in from the director of a dance company for children and young adults in Colorado Springs, inquiring about the possibility of adapting The Lady and the Lionheart for the stage. My...
by Joanne | Dec 2, 2020 | Uncategorized
This year our family is doing something different for Christmas! As a single mom, and like many families who have experienced either a cut in work hours, or even lost jobs, we’ve had to be extra careful during these 2020 challenges. So, I talked to my kids about many...