— How did it come about that your book series was picked up by a large publishing house, and in what ways has that changed your work and your outlook? The new publishing contract came about as a direct result of developing a following for my books. I write a novel series, the first four of which were published over the last five years with a small independent press. Like most small indie presses, it…
Mara Purl has spent the month of August on a virtual book tour to promote her recent work on her Milford-Haven novel series. Her piece entitled, When Hummers Dream, is currently available as an e-book for 99 cents from Amazon.com. Her novel, What the Heart Knows, will be published in hardcover next month in September by BelleKeep Books in association with Midpoint Trade Books. If you just caught up with Mara’s virtual travels, or her…
Coming Soon – Tuesday, August 30th –we will visit with author Mara Purl regarding her popular Milford-Haven novel series. I am currently “on the road” attending to family business. My visit with Mara will take place on Tuesday, August 30th. Please check in then to learn about Mara, a fascinating, talented and creative personality, and her current projects.Joyce B. Lohse
Not so long ago, every August 1st, Colorado celebrated “Colorado Day” in a big way. In the late 70s and early 80s, we closed our typography and graphics business mid-morning to watch a long parade full of horses and pioneers along Nevada Avenue in Colorado Springs. Crowds and decorations abounded for the celebration. Why? This excerpt from “First Governor, First Lady” offers an explanation. “Undaunted by heavy criticism from the East, people of Colorado voted…