Bridges by Deborah Raney (book review)
Facing an empty nest for the first time since the death of her husband, Dan, three years ago, Tess Everett immerses herself in volunteer work for the Winterset public parks, home of the famous covered bridges of Madison County, Iowa. But when former resident J.W. McRae shows up at one [...]
Leave No Scone Unturned by Denise Swanson (book review)
Get your copy here! It's the beginning of the university's fall semester and Dani can't wait for the college students to return to Normalton, Illinois--after all, without them, there is no one to support her Lunch-to-Go service, which is a vital part of her Chef-to-Go business. But Normalton University's orientation [...]
Say Yes to the Hot Mess by Gracie Ruth Mitchell (book review)
Maya Ellis New mom. Retirement community member. Avoider of men. Am I single? Yes. Am I ready to mingle? Not even kind of--especially now that I have my son to think about. My dating track record speaks for itself, and it is not pretty. It's a good thing I accidentally [...]
Writers are Readers: Jane S. Daly
Welcome back to another episode of, "What are you reading?" (Or what did you read ... it all fits.) This week I'm thrilled to welcome fellow Elk Lake author Jane S. Daly. Thank you for being here! What was your favorite picture book as a child? What did you love [...]
Tart of Darkness by Denise Swanson (book review)
Get your copy here! Right when Dani thinks she’s hit a dead-end in her career, she unexpectedly inherits an enormous old house in a quaint college town. This gives her the perfect opportunity to pursue her true passion—cooking! So Dani opens Chef-to-Go, preparing delicious, ready-made meals for hungry students attending [...]