Hurricane Hazel blasted through eastern North Carolina in October of 1954. Nineteen at the time, and my father, decades later, still talked about the force of the wind as he pushed against the windows … [Read more...]
Who was Virginia Dare?
Virginia Dare was the first English child born in the New World, specifically, North Carolina. Her grandfather, John White, was the governor of the colony on Roanoke Island. The story of her birth and … [Read more...]
A Hatteras Surprise
Wondering what "A Hatteras Surprise" is all about? Here's the back cover copy to fill you in on the story. Ginny Stowe spent years tending a childhood hurt that dictated her college study and … [Read more...]
Do You Read Local?
Hydrangeas in October? Yes, please, especially if they're this spectacular blue! The color orange, however, has never been a favorite, but I accept it in autumn. Other times, I do my best to avoid it … [Read more...]
Book Birthday!
Have you seen the book trailer for Candy Cane Wishes and Saltwater Dreams yet? Well, here it is! Happy birthday to my new novella! All the stories are set on beaches at Christmas! Candy … [Read more...]
Writing Retreat on the Outer Banks
This week I'm on Hatteras Island at a writing retreat. I'm here to begin a novella for a Christmas collection with other Scrivenings Press authors and sharing the week with five other Christian … [Read more...]
Does Anyone Learn to Play the Piano Anymore?
All four siblings in Forever Music play the piano. All four of our children play also as well as several other musical instruments and are the inspiration behind the Daniels' family musical talents. … [Read more...]
Announcing a New Publishing House!
My books just got acquired by a new publisher, Scrivenings Press. To celebrate, the new publishing house is hosting a Facebook party on Tuesday night, July 7th from 6-8:30 CDT. (That's 7-9:30 EDT.) … [Read more...]
