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My Favorite Blogs of 2015—Part 1

Posted on January 3, 2016 by Mary Rowen

Hello and happy 2016! I hope you’re looking forward to a year of peace, fun and good reading too. I haven’t been around this space as much as usual lately, as things have been a bit crazy. Life, right? But … Continue reading →

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(De)Caffeinated Confessions Writing Competition Prize List

Posted on December 4, 2015 by Mary Rowen

If you enjoy writing and want to help a great cause, this competition may be for you. Check it out. It’s open to all ages too–kids are welcome!

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3 Day Quote Challenge: Awareness

Posted on November 20, 2015 by Mary Rowen

The other day, one of my favorite people and bloggers, Stephanie Ortez, challenged me to write three consecutive blog posts about awareness, using relevant quotes. I’m not sure if I’ll manage to write all three, but I’m giving it a … Continue reading →

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Going Batty: A Rabies Story

Posted on August 14, 2015 by Mary Rowen

It’s 11:33 on Friday morning, and I’m waiting for the phone to ring. I’d be lying if I said the anxiety’s killing me, but also can’t deny that I really, really hope to hear some positive news. Here’s the story, … Continue reading →

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Yard Sale Part 1: Selling Off the Memories

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Mary Rowen

Just a short post today, as I get ready to help my mom prepare for her giant yard sale tomorrow. Thankfully, Mom is in good health and is downsizing from the three-bedroom home where my brothers and I grew up … Continue reading →

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Meet Writer February Grace and her New Book, WISHING CROSS STATION

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Mary Rowen

Happy Wednesday, blog readers. Today, my guest is the wonderful and talented author February Grace, who recently released a brand new book. So without further ado, let’s get started! MR: Hi February! I’m so happy to have you on the … Continue reading →

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Pets, Loss, Sad Old Movie Characters, and Pesky Kids

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Mary Rowen

A little black and white cat is hopping around my living room, knocking things off the mantle and quietly testing the dog’s patience with his innocent, precocious behavior. He’s adorable, cuddly, and amusing. I should be smiling. But my heart … Continue reading →

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Mercury Retrograde and Darrell Martinie (the Cosmic Muffin)

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Mary Rowen

  Let me start by saying that I know next to nothing about astrology. And by next to nothing, I mean as close to nothing as a person can get. In fact, the only thing I know about astrology is … Continue reading →

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Writers and Hollywood Dreams

Posted on March 22, 2015 by Mary Rowen

As a writer, I can’t help dreaming about having one—or more—of my novels made into a film. And I know I’m not alone. Just go on the Listopia section of Goodreads and you’ll discover that one of their most popular … Continue reading →

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Miracles Happen: #MusicTuesday Guest Post by Anesa Miller

Posted on March 17, 2015 by Mary Rowen

Please welcome poet and novelist Anesa Miller to my blog today. This is a really beautiful post, and I’m grateful to Anesa for sharing it. —————————————————————————————————- You mean they didn’t fly off the shelves, after all? Way back in a … Continue reading →

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