Category Archives: inspiration

Beautiful Book Trailer

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Joan Stradling, Author

Today I’m taking a moment to stop in and share one of the most beautiful book trailers I’ve ever seen. I wanted to read the book anyway (and have pre-ordered my copies), but, after watching the trailer, I wish it … Continue reading →

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September Surprise

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Joan Stradling, Author

Things here have been—interesting. I’ve been doing quite a bit of revising on my new middle grade novel, which has been a blast. No. Really. I’ve very much enjoyed doing revisions this time around. I just finished another go at … Continue reading →

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Friday Fishing

Posted on July 18, 2014 by Joan Stradling, Author

So it’s Friday. The last weekend of freedom for my kids before school starts on Wednesday. Daughter 2 has wanted to go fishing all summer but things have been so crazy, she hasn’t had a chance to. Hubby, Son 2, … Continue reading →

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Friday Fatigue

Posted on June 6, 2014 by Joan Stradling, Author

What was I thinking? About ten months ago (or so), I decided it was time for me to lose some weight and get in shape. Too many years of sitting at my computer eating junk food and fast food meals … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts

Posted on June 5, 2014 by Joan Stradling, Author

It’s June. Yeah. So much for being better at blogging. *sigh* So, since my last post in February, I’ve read MANY more books. I also got my kids through school. In addition to that, I sent my oldest child off … Continue reading →

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Monday’s Muse–Recent Reads Review style

Posted on October 28, 2013 by Joan Stradling, Author

I know it’s Monday and this really should be a Monday’s Muse post, but I just finished reading this book and feel compelled to take today to post my review. And, really, this read was so inspirational to me that … Continue reading →

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Monday’s Muse

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Joan Stradling, Author

I had an amazing weekend. One full of inspiration and awesomeness! And it’s all because I was able to attend the annual SCBWIAZ Welcome to Our House Conference. The faculty was amazing! I threw out a few highlights on Twitter, … Continue reading →

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Monday’s Muse (sort of)

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Joan Stradling, Author

Writing is like . . . Yeah. I’ve written previous posts in which I’ve compared writing to anything from gardening, to an amusement part, to a road (with agents as a GPS). While those posts still apply, lately I’ve come … Continue reading →

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Writing Advice from Doctor Who

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Joan Stradling, Author

Please forgive my absence here on the blog. I’ve still been having problems with my foot (went for more x-rays today). During my recuperation, I’ve been travelling with the Doctor. My eyes have been opened to the wonders of the … Continue reading →

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Monday’s Muse

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Joan Stradling, Author

See, I didn’t abandon the blog completely even though Holly Root and Barbara Poelle said I could. I was going to post a contest today, but I’m not quite ready with all the pictures I need. First of all, I … Continue reading →

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