It took me seven years to land my first publishing contract— which is actually not terrible by industry standards. But it meant that I’d had the dedication on my first novel picked out for at least that long: To my dad, who taught me to write. When I was in my last year of college, required to complete a thesis for honors in English, my dad effectively told me, Write a novel, then drove me to the computer store, bought me a laptop, and walked me through the writing process from the outlining … [Read more...]
Free Guardians of the Galaxy & Avengers Comic Books
These are available again, but hurry because they usually run out quickly! Order a number of free items from Practical Money Skills for Life! Right now, you can get free copies of Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy: Rocket's Powerful Plan and Marvel's Avengers Savings the Day comic books! Each comic book is action packed, entertaining and will help teach kids practical life skills. Also available - Free Educator Sets to accompany the comic books, Practical Money Skills for Life CD, Financial … [Read more...]
Family Travel Self-Care Tool Kit from Author Kristy Rodriguez,
This summer, more than 82 percent of Americans will take a family trip, according to the annual summer travel study conducted by Gas Buddy. But while travel and vacation can be fun for kids, studies have found that family travel can be stressful and exhausting for parents. “Family travel and vacation doesn’t have to be a stressful experience,” says local DC mom and wellness expert Kristy Rodriguez, author of the newly published book Pure Nurture: A Holistic Guide To A Healthy Baby. Below … [Read more...]
Free Subscription to LEGO Life Magazine
Sign up to start a free subscription to LEGO Life magazine! You'll receive the magazine 5 times a year and can cancel your subscription at any time. LEGO Life magazine is packed full of comics, activities, LEGO fan creations and building tips! Geared for fans aged between 5-9 years. LEGO Life Magazine is the ultimate print experience for LEGO fans. The magazine will be in your mailbox 5 times a year filled with awesome stuff like comics, fun activities, challenging competitions and … [Read more...]
Author shares family’s struggle through the Great Depression
Sharon Chase Hoseley’s mother, Susan, spent a subzero winter living in a tent. Her husband was even colder. During a time when character and endurance were tested, Susan was building her life on faith. In “A Bridge Named Susan,” Hoseley tells her mother’s story, connected by family bridges. Susan left the relationship of a distant mother, only to marry an even more distant man and work partner, during the worst economic downturn in the history of the industrialized world. “My … [Read more...]
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