by Joanne | May 24, 2012 | Rag Bag
Set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia at the turn of the last century, Be Still My Soul weaves together the threads of yearning, hope, and redemption to form a tale that I hope will touch your heart, stir your senses, and evoke a greater understanding for...
by Joanne | May 22, 2012 | My Journal, My Publishing Journey
I’m overwhelmed. People are reading my book. Authors are reading my book. The endorsement process has begun. My book is in their hands and they. are. reading. it. This book…this baby…is no longer just mine. It no longer lives only in the...
by Joanne | May 15, 2012 | Video Blog, Waterbrook Multnomah, Writing
I thought it would be fun to share some of the behind the scenes details of how I write a novel. So here it is! A new vlog with the making of Be Still My Soul. If you’re a writer, I’d love to hear some of your ideas for how you prepare and write. If...
by Joanne | May 8, 2012 | Mountain Home and Heart, Recipes
Here’s my own take on a traditional Czechoslovakian bread: Vanocka. This is not a traditional version since I’ve swapped out some of the spices and traded dried cranberries for raisins, but you could use either. This recipe is great for the dough...
by Joanne | May 1, 2012 | Rag Bag
I’ve always loved books. And loving books means being aware of some amazing authors and writers. Now that I am a part of the writing community (and its a big one!) I’ve had the privelage of getting to know so many writers on a more personal level. They...
