As a writer, I will not complain about my computer, especially contemplating life as a writer back in the 1800’s. Consider Herman Melville. He wrote his thousand-page novel, Moby Dick, completely by hand. His fingers must have been numb by the end of the day. Consider Pulitzer Prize winning author David McCullough. He had a … Read moreInto the Abyss
December 10 is the memorial to Our Lady of Loreto, a day that honors the the miraculous story of Mary’s house in Nazareth, the place where Jesus, Mary and Joseph lived. Here is the story. In the year 1291 a strange thing happened in the little town of Nazareth. On the morning of May … Read moreThe Holy House of Mary
Over the years, John and I have collaborated on children’s books with Catholic themes. We both have devoted our time and talent to bringing inspiring books to young readers. It has truly been a blessingtoo have him share his talent for these projects. What did you like to draw as a kid? I loved drawing … Read moreAn Interview with artist John Folley
I was thrilled to awake this glorious summer morning to discover that Miraculous: Catholic Mysteries for Kids is available for purchase! It is always exciting for an author to conceive an idea, write, rewrite, polish and see the finished product. Last November, I compiled ideas for ten short stories that would illuminate events of supernatural origin recorded in … Read moreMiraculous! Catholic Mysteries for Kids
Zoom in now on the photograph. Picture this man in jail. It is a narrow cell with dim light. You might imagine that he would stare at a dirty wall and do nothing. That is not the case. In fact, he sits on the bed and begins to write. First, he writes on the … Read moreSeeds of Peace
