Author Archives: Mary Rowen

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About Mary Rowen

My three published novels, LEAVING THE BEACH (a 2016 IPPY Award winner), LIVING BY EAR, and IT DOESN'T HAVE TO BE THAT WAY focus on women figuring out who they are and what they want from life. Music and musicians have a way of finding their way into the stories. I live in the Boston area with my family and pets.

FREE Kindle Books (Including Mine) for Everyone–Until 11/14

Posted on November 10, 2015 by Mary Rowen

My publisher, Booktrope, in conjunction with Runaway Goodness, is giving away over 200 Kindle books this week in a promotion called Prefunk the Holidays. It’s a pretty amazing promotion, with books in almost every imaginable genre being given away, and … Continue reading →

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Something Completely Different: The Best Lipstick Ever

Posted on November 6, 2015 by Mary Rowen

If you read my blog, you know I don’t normally write about beauty products. Except on the extremely rare occasion that I do, because I’ve discovered something I believe some readers might like. And yes: first world problems. I get … Continue reading →

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How Do You Know When You’ve “Made It” as a Writer?

Posted on October 30, 2015 by Mary Rowen

Has it happened to you? Have you “made it” as a writer? I have! But before you read on, please note the quotation marks around the words made it. Because…well, you’ll understand soon if you don’t already. Here’s my story. … Continue reading →

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Halloween Book Hop–Tricks and Treats for Everyone!

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Mary Rowen

Hi Readers, I wanted to let you know that I’m participating in a fun Halloween Book Hop this year. Over 130 authors from many different genres and publishers are taking part, and every one is offering either a “trick” or … Continue reading →

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Rain and the Radio

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Mary Rowen

What is it about a rainy day in autumn that resurrects sad memories in a pretty way? Is it the dull, brooding mirror of the pavement? Or the resolute fall flowers on the curb, standing up to the wind and … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Running in the Rain

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Mary Rowen

Why don’t more people run in the rain? This is a question I’ve asked myself for over thirty years, and today, I’m putting it online, hoping to get some answers. Sure, I understand why people avoid the rain if they’re … Continue reading →

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Sharing Opinions with our Children

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Mary Rowen

Last week, while out jogging with the dog, I passed a group of parents, kids, and a couple of other dogs waiting at a school bus stop. Now, I’ll be the first to admit that my mutt isn’t the world’s … Continue reading →

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Tips to Keep Your Feline Companion Healthy

Posted on September 23, 2015 by Mary Rowen

Hi Readers! Today, I’m very pleased to welcome guest blogger Jordan Walker. Like me, Jordan is very passionate about animals. He has written several contents about this subject as the lead content curator for Coops and Cages, and was kind enough … Continue reading →

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Read a Good Book? Or One You Didn’t Like? Speak Out!

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Mary Rowen

Well over a year ago, I found myself sitting in an independent bookstore on a Saturday morning at 10 a.m., behind a stack of books and a dish of peppermints. The owner had invited me to do a two-hour signing … Continue reading →

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The Karma of Found Art

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Mary Rowen

Original paintings are treasures to me. I don’t care about their financial “value.” What I love is staring at them for moments or hours, appreciating the effort and dedication of the artist. After all, each brushstroke was done deliberately, by … Continue reading →

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