A very productive summer so far for writing, interspersed with travel and author activities. I haven't much to share about the work-in-progress, except that it's progressing. So here are some highlights from my professional and personal life
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A booksigning |
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A photo shoot |
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Feeding a friend |
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Sunset at my lake cottage |
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My companions |
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A bloom on one of my 90+ rose bushes |
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Research for the current book |
I hope you're having a lovely summer as well!