Author to Author Q and A: Settle Myer 2. Tell us about the first story you ever wrote, published or not? The first story I wrote was called 1,700 Miles to Mylan which is now Beyond the Bright Lights! It was completely different when I first wrote it. The main characters were younger and the…
Top 12 of My Favorite Dreamworks/Illumination/Blue Sky Animated Movies (Top Ten #150:)
A few years ago, I did Top 10 Lists for Disney, Nickelodeon, and Cartoon Network. So I thought for my 150th Top Ten list on my website, I’d finish it up with some other fantastic animation studios: Dreamworks, Illuminations, and Blue Skies. Figured since my brother and grandma love cartoons too and it’s their birthday…
Author-to-Author Q and A: Kelly Scriven
My childhood was filled with writing! I grew up in Edmonton, Alberta, and have been writing basically since I learned how. One of my earliest memories is writing a series called Care Cats that was like “Care Bears” meets Cam Jansen Mysteries. My school library laminated and “published” some of them in first or second…
Top Ten Musicals I Want to See on Stage (Top Ten #149:)
Top Ten Musicals I Want to See on Stage: A new year and what makes life grander than music and stories? My love for writing and passion for music makes musicals up my alley. I try to see as many of them and plays as I can a year to support the arts, from local…
Creative-to-Creative Q and A with Narrator Gregory Salinas:
“I grew up in San Antonio Texas, which has a lot of culture in the city, great food and lots to do year round. I spent quite a few summers in England, mostly London, since my mom is from there.” 2. What were some of the first voices/impressions you did growing up? “Growing up with…
My Top Ten Anime Crushes (Top Ten #148:)
Another day of candy, cupids, and couply things. But I thought for my annual top ten, I would do something strictly fun. We’ve all had crushes; it’s part of growing up and yes; we ALL have found an animated character attractive. 😅 Anime is no exception. Again, this is just for fun, most are from…
Author-to-Author Q and A: J.M. Coleman
Let’s start 2025 with not only a fellow author, but a local one and teacher: J.M. Coleman! BIO: J. M. Coleman is the co-author of the dark sci-fi thriller series “The Lightning Arc.” He is an author, teacher, and scholar, holding two bachelor’s degrees in Theology and Secondary Education and one master’s degree in Theological…
My Top 12 Favorite “Bob’s Burgers” Characters (Top Ten #147:)
New year! But nothing beats classics! 🍔 ✨ With over 250 episodes, this show has served us much over the years. It’s definitely one of my comfort shows. 📺 And one of the things that make it amazing are the characters and voice cast. ❤️ Here are my favorites! ************************************** Top 12 Favorite Bob’s Burger’s…
My Top 5+1 Favorite Pentatiox Christmas Songs (Top Ten #146:)
This group needs no introduction. For over 10 years, their incredible acapella style has captured the world. As a person who cherishes choir and singing, I deeply respect this art. And the power of music shines like the purest star to soothe and guide us during this holiday season. I hope your holidays are full…
Sneak Peek Audiobook Sample of “Song in the Stars: A Hanukkah Story,” Performed by Abby Anderson and Mark Swift
Happy Holidays, bright lights that always put a song in my heart. For my monthly update, what better one than to spread the joy of a sneak peek of my latest project, that should be out by the END OF THIS MONTH! The book is a young adult holiday story about two young people who…