My Next Event

 

 

As of now, my next signing event will be on February 14, 2026 at the From the Ground Up Books and Resources bookstore in LaGrange, Kentucky (weather permitting). I will have my Nathan Perry Mysteries, Coyote Canyon Mystery, and a couple of my romances. If you've bought any of my books in the past and want to read the next one, this is a great time to pick it up. You can get more information about the signing at https://tinyurl.com/5funm54n

 

 Carol

Tis The Season Holiday Book Fair - 2025

 

Join me, and several fellow authors of all genres, at the first Tis The Season Holiday Book Fair on November 29, 2025 in LaGrange, Kentucky. I'll have all of my mystery novels, as well as a few of my romances, available for sale and signing. Sponsored by Hydra Publications, you can find more information at the Tis The Season Holiday Book Fair Facebook Event Page.

Don't miss this great opportunity to pick up some great books for the readers on your Christmas list. I hope to see you there.

Carol 

Progress? Well, maybe not.

 If you follow me on social media, you know that I am working on adapting the screenplay I wrote, The Witch's Descendant, into a romantic fantasy. The premise of the story is Amber, a young woman with magical powers passed down from her ancestral witches, must learn how her powers as a healer will define who she is. She goes to the Appalachian Mountains in Kentucky to be trained by a healer witch. Along the way, she meets and falls in love with Julian, a male witch of chaos, who in many ways, alters how her life turns out.

 

 

I love this story so well that I want to expand it into a three book series bringing in members of their families in different locales. 

The problem is that I can't seem to get the first book finished. I thought I was close on October 16. See photos below of my notes on the progress of book one. I was down to three notes, then I came up with more ideas. I'll get there, as long as my characters don't think of other things to do.

While I'm working on book 1 in the series, I keep thinking of more plot lines for books two and three and I haven't even started writing them yet. See photos below.

 

 

I'll be back at writing today, hopefully just writing and no more notes. Who am I kidding? Of course, I'll have more things for them to do. I came up with a new one while I was drinking my coffee this morning. Keep your fingers crossed for me to get this done. I really want to get it out into the world to share with others.

 

Carol 

 

Successful Weekend

 I had a great time at the Greater Clark County Schools Holiday Craft Fair. Once again, I sold out of one of my books, although I will admit I didn't have as many as I usually do. I forgot to re-order after my last event. I won't make that mistake again. I've already sent in my reorder for next time. 

The GCCS Holiday Craft Fair is a wonderful event. The coordinators treat the vendors so well and we even got a little goody bag that included some snacks and it was greatly appreciated. This was my third time attending and I'll be back again next year.

A huge thanks to everyone that stopped by my table to talk or buy books. I loved talking to you all.

Carol 

 

Holiday Craft Fair

Join me on October 18, 2025 at the Greater Clark County Holiday Craft Fair held at River Valley Middle School. I'll be there selling my mystery novels and a couple of my romance books.

This year, they're going to have live music that will keep the energy going, face painting for all the little and big kids, and a super fun kids’ Bingo adventure. 

This will be my third year attending, and each year I've had such a great time. I look forward to seeing everyone again this year.

Carol 

 

 

Where I Write

 

Mystery and Young Adult author, Lynn Slaughter, recently asked me to do a guest post on her blog. As easy as it is for me to write a novel, I find it very difficult to come up with ideas for blog posts. For Lynn, I came up with an idea to do the post about the different places where I write my novels. If you're interested, you can find Lynn's blog at https://bit.ly/3Va5hY1

Carol 

 

A Trip to French Lick, Indiana

 

This week, my friend and fellow author, E.M. (Elaine) Munsch and I traveled to south central Indiana to visit the little town of French Lick. Best known for being the home of former NBA Boston Celtic, Larry Bird, it's also home to the French Lick Resort and Casino and it's sister hotel, the West Baden Springs Hotel in West Baden, Indiana.

 

While Elaine and I didn't venture into the casino (maybe next time), we did visit a couple other businesses in town. First, we stopped for lunch at 33 Brick Street, a wonderful sports bar and one of my favorite places to eat in town. Autographed sports jerseys and trophies lined the walls and glass display cases. The food was wonderful and so was the service.

 

Next, we went to a quaint little bookstore, Enchanted Haven. We browsed the shelves and talked to one of the owners about books and that we were authors. At this time, they aren't doing any author signings, but when they're ready, we will be, too. We're looking forward to it. Elaine said I was in full author mode while we were there. 😊 

 

Our last stop was at the French Lick Winery & Distillery. The winery/distiller is sort of hidden off of Highway 56, but if you visit, just look behind the McDonald's in West Baden. You can't miss it. I do like both of their French Lick Red and French Lick White wines. On this trip, I purchased a bottle of their French Lick White to take home. Elaine bought two different bottles of their bourbon for someone's bourbon tasting party. It should be a popular item to take.

 

 

Before leaving town, we drove around the grounds of the West Baden Hotel. The notable feature of that hotel is the dome over their atrium. We didn't go in, but I've been there before and it's beautiful inside. The grounds of the West Baden Springs Hotel were gorgeous with all of the flowers in bloom. 

We had such a fun trip to French Lick, we plan to go back again.

Carol