Author Archives: lynnkelleyauthor

My Choices in Publishing

Posted on October 19, 2011 by lynnkelleyauthor

“The future ain’t what it used to be.”  ~Yogi Berra If only a peek into a crystal ball could tell us which road to take. A group of children’s writers had some interesting discussions via email about traditional publishing vs. … Continue reading →

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Heard Any Good Jokes Lately?

Posted on October 17, 2011 by lynnkelleyauthor

I love to laugh and be as nutty as a numb skull. Humor is subjective, and different types of humor appeal to different people. But laughter and its benefits are universal. Last year on our way to Ghost Walk, a … Continue reading →

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Blog Hop

Posted on October 14, 2011 by lynnkelleyauthor

This is a bloggity hop!  Welcome, friends, both new and old!  Wishing to be friends is quick work, but friendship is a slow ripening fruit.  ~Aristotle I’m looking forward to getting to know all of you. Today I’m participating in … Continue reading →

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Another Cyber Sucker Punch

Posted on October 12, 2011 by lynnkelleyauthor

I’ve been sucker punched. Again. Yep, and I did it to myself. Not funny.  Computer glitch meltdowns fry and refry my brain. There’s a definite disconnect in my gray matter when it comes to technology. Even simple changes often cause a … Continue reading →

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How Do You Cook Up Suspense?

Posted on October 1, 2011 by lynnkelleyauthor

Teachers, Home-schoolers, Writers, KIDS –  Here’s a Spooklicious Creative Writing Lesson For You! The Literary Witches of Craggy Cove: Frizzelda (Maria Cisneros Toth) and Batsey (Kathryn Sant) COOKING UP SUSPENSE! One of my Monster Moon co-authors, Maria Toth, called me … Continue reading →

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How Perceptive Are You?

Posted on September 22, 2011 by lynnkelleyauthor

If every picture tells a story, what story does this picture tell? Think fast. What flashes through your mind at first glance? The guy’s got his eye on that girl? Those brick steps are really cool? Oh, her boots are … Continue reading →

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Cheers to 35 Years! Where Were You in 1976?

Posted on September 17, 2011 by lynnkelleyauthor

Last week my hubby and I celebrated our 35th wedding anniversary. We went out to eat and had a nice quiet celebration. Just like our wedding, which was a small family wedding on my folks’ patio. Tied the knot in September … Continue reading →

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Tommy Kovac – Graphic Novelist

Posted on September 10, 2011 by lynnkelleyauthor

Meet Tommy Kovac – Writer – Illustrator – Graphic Novelist   Self-portrait Tommy Kovac is one of the most interesting, talented people I know. Before sharing a really cool childhood story about Tommy, let’s look at some of his first … Continue reading →

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Blogger’s Insight Re Blog Awards

Posted on September 7, 2011 by lynnkelleyauthor

Do you jump for joy when you receive an award?   I received the Liebster Blog award from Gene Lempp the other day. What an honor, since I value his opinions and admire his writing. In fact, his Wednesday “Designing … Continue reading →

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Welcome, Baby Punkin!

Posted on August 30, 2011 by lynnkelleyauthor

My daughter the night before Born Friday, Aug. 26, 2011 It’s a BOY 7 lbs., 8 oz.  19 1/2 inches long I have a grandson! He looks like his daddy. They got home from the hospital tonight. She had a … Continue reading →

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