I was contacted by Mary at Be There Bedtime Stories to be interviewed for their blog.
Here's a link: read.betherebedtimestories.com/in-the-muse-with-donna-shepherd/
Thanks, Mary, for the fun chat!
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Be There Bedtime Stories Interview with Donna Shepherd
I was contacted by Mary at Be There Bedtime Stories to be interviewed for their blog.
Here's a link: read.betherebedtimestories.com/in-the-muse-with-donna-shepherd/
Thanks, Mary, for the fun chat!
Blog Hop! with Donna J. Shepherd
My friend, Diana Jenkins, invited me to participate in a
“blog hop interview.” Diana sent interview questions to answer on my blog. I
then tag writers who will answer questions on their blogs.
Diana posted her interview on her blog at DJ's Thoughts. If you get a minute, drop by to get to know Diana better and leave a comment letting her know you connected to her through my link.
Now on to the interview!
What are you working on
right now?
I’ve spent the last few
weeks promoting “Ava’s Secret Tea Party,” but I am always cooking on several
burners with both children’s and the inspirational writing. The very talented JackFoster and I plan to release an eBook soon. I have another children’s book
under contract with Guardian Angel Publishing, but not sure of a date for that
one. I signed the contract two years ago!
What experiences have
influenced you?
I experienced many happy hours with my children teaching
them to read and scouring the library for new books. Both of them liked the
rhyming stories the most, so I ended up writing in rhyme and loving it. I sing
and play the piano, so the rhythm and flow of rhyme soothes me. I work on every
word, every syllable, every beat, until I’m satisfied. And then I work on them
some more.
What is the hardest
part about writing?
My problem is never
finding things to write, but finding time to write. And focus! I have such
varied interests that it’s difficult for me to focus. Any author today must
find time to market, too.
What would you like
to try as a writer that you haven't yet?
I’ve been dabbling in
romantic fiction. I have a follow up novelette to “Love Under the Bubble Wrap”
that will be up on Amazon soon. It’s novella length – a bit longer. I would
love to write a full length novel one day, and never really had that desire
until lately. Isn’t there a saying that everyone thinks they have a novel
inside? So far, mine hasn’t made it to the surface.
I tag these children's authors. Be sure to check out their blog posts!
Monday, July 22: Nicole Weaver
Fiction Friday on Active Christian Media
Stacy Harp interviewed me for her Fiction Friday show on Active Christian Media. Click below to listen.
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I'm interviewed!
I'd love for you to visit Kai's fun blog called "Strands of Thought" and leave a comment after my interview. It was a different and fun way to be interviewed.
I'm interviewed on "Write What Inspires You."
Today, I'm interviewed on Donna McDine's blog "Write What Inspires You!" Stop by and leave a comment if you get a minute.
Thanks, Donna, for the boost!
Topsy Turvy Moment with Donna McDine
We've all had moments when our life, career, or writing journey turned topsy turvy. Things change - many times for the better, although it might not seem so at the time.
Today my guest is Donna McDine. Let's read about her life-changing moment when I asked, "Have you had a time in your life, career, or writing journey where everything turned ‘topsy turvy’?"
My goodness, I don’t know a person who could say 'no' to this question. As for me, the Fall/Winter of 2009 went all ‘topsy turvy.’ What began as a cold turned into a sinus infection, then bronchitis. The doctor immediately put me on antibiotics which I had an allergic reaction to and had to come off pronto. With my immune system not up to par, I then came down with the dread swine flu. I thought was sick before. Boy, was I wrong! My energy level was zapped. My body was telling to me to rest, but my head was swirling with what I wanted to accomplish to keep my writing momentum going. I foolishly struggled to partake in social networking and answering emails and then exhaustion would set in.
My husband and children stepped up to the plate and took over the household duties (which I won’t bore you with, since you all basically do the same mundane tasks), and friends helped out with the driving the girls to their extracurricular activities. Once my husband was aware of me sneaking computer time when he wasn’t home he had the girls lock the computer with a password. I know this sounds terrible, but he saved me from being my own worst enemy. It forced me to take the well needed break to focus on my health. Besides, what good would I be to anyone if I relapsed and got worse?
What I was forced to realize was my world would not stop if I didn’t work, write, etc., and that everything would be waiting for me upon my return. It took about four weeks to feel myself and another few weeks after that to get back into the groove of my life.
Even though life was ‘topsy turvy’ for awhile it all settled back into place after I got my health back in check. Three cheers for supportive family and friends!
I'm so thankful that Donna is back to normal. She is such a wonderful part of the children's writing community and since I made the trip to St. Louis, a friend. - Donna S.
All about Donna McDine:
The Golden PathwayWritten by: Donna M. McDine
Illustrated by: K.C. Snider
PUBLISHER: Guardian Angel Publishing, Inc.
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/pathway.htm
PUBLICATION DATE: August 2010
Print ISBN 13: 978-1-61633-081-1
eBook ISBN 13: 978-1-61633-082-8
SYNOPSIS: Be transported through time to the Underground Railroad, where high-pitched screams echo each night. David’s cruel Pa always chooses the same victim. Despite the circumstances during slavery, David uncovers the courage to defy his Pa.
Raised in a hostile environment where abuse occurs daily, David attempts to break the mold and befriends the slave, Jenkins, owned by his Pa. Fighting against extraordinary times and beliefs, David attempts to lead Jenkins to freedom with no regard for his own safety and possible consequences dealt out by his Pa.
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NWFCC Publicist and Editor-in-Chief, Guardian Angel Kids
Member of SCBWI and Musing Our Children
Donna’s Website: http://www.donnamcdine.com
Write What Inspires You Blog: http://www.donna-mcdine.blogspot.com/
The Golden Pathway Blog: http://www.thegoldenpathway.blogspot.com
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Today my guest is Donna McDine. Let's read about her life-changing moment when I asked, "Have you had a time in your life, career, or writing journey where everything turned ‘topsy turvy’?"
My goodness, I don’t know a person who could say 'no' to this question. As for me, the Fall/Winter of 2009 went all ‘topsy turvy.’ What began as a cold turned into a sinus infection, then bronchitis. The doctor immediately put me on antibiotics which I had an allergic reaction to and had to come off pronto. With my immune system not up to par, I then came down with the dread swine flu. I thought was sick before. Boy, was I wrong! My energy level was zapped. My body was telling to me to rest, but my head was swirling with what I wanted to accomplish to keep my writing momentum going. I foolishly struggled to partake in social networking and answering emails and then exhaustion would set in.
My husband and children stepped up to the plate and took over the household duties (which I won’t bore you with, since you all basically do the same mundane tasks), and friends helped out with the driving the girls to their extracurricular activities. Once my husband was aware of me sneaking computer time when he wasn’t home he had the girls lock the computer with a password. I know this sounds terrible, but he saved me from being my own worst enemy. It forced me to take the well needed break to focus on my health. Besides, what good would I be to anyone if I relapsed and got worse?
What I was forced to realize was my world would not stop if I didn’t work, write, etc., and that everything would be waiting for me upon my return. It took about four weeks to feel myself and another few weeks after that to get back into the groove of my life.
Even though life was ‘topsy turvy’ for awhile it all settled back into place after I got my health back in check. Three cheers for supportive family and friends!
I'm so thankful that Donna is back to normal. She is such a wonderful part of the children's writing community and since I made the trip to St. Louis, a friend. - Donna S.
All about Donna McDine:
The Golden PathwayWritten by: Donna M. McDine
Illustrated by: K.C. Snider
PUBLISHER: Guardian Angel Publishing, Inc.
http://www.guardianangelpublishing.com/pathway.htm
PUBLICATION DATE: August 2010
Print ISBN 13: 978-1-61633-081-1
eBook ISBN 13: 978-1-61633-082-8
SYNOPSIS: Be transported through time to the Underground Railroad, where high-pitched screams echo each night. David’s cruel Pa always chooses the same victim. Despite the circumstances during slavery, David uncovers the courage to defy his Pa.
Raised in a hostile environment where abuse occurs daily, David attempts to break the mold and befriends the slave, Jenkins, owned by his Pa. Fighting against extraordinary times and beliefs, David attempts to lead Jenkins to freedom with no regard for his own safety and possible consequences dealt out by his Pa.
---------------------
NWFCC Publicist and Editor-in-Chief, Guardian Angel Kids
Member of SCBWI and Musing Our Children
Donna’s Website: http://www.donnamcdine.com
Write What Inspires You Blog: http://www.donna-mcdine.blogspot.com/
The Golden Pathway Blog: http://www.thegoldenpathway.blogspot.com
Write What Inspires You! FREE Newsletter: opt-in @ http://www.donnamcdine.com and receive FREE e-book “Write What Inspires You Author Interviews”
Don't have time to write and post your media releases? Contact: Dynamic Media Release Services: http://www.donnamcdine.com/dynamicmediareleases.html
Interview on The Writing Mama
The Writing Mama (VS Grenier - Babysitting SugarPaw
) interviewed me on her blog. Come on over and leave a comment!
http://thewritingmama.blogspot.com/2010/08/interview-friday-with-donna-j-shepherd.html
) interviewed me on her blog. Come on over and leave a comment! http://thewritingmama.blogspot.com/2010/08/interview-friday-with-donna-j-shepherd.html
Poodle and Doodle Illustrator Featured
Shari Lyle-Soffe inteviews Jack Foster, the illustrator of Poodle and Doodle. It's always interesting and fun to find out how an artist works.Shari Lyle-Soffe "Out of My Mind" About Books for Children
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