Comments on: Running Down a Dream

By: Lisa Norman

Lisa Norman — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 21:11:27 +0000

I encourage you to chase that dream! I change genres too often, but I love the journey. When I decided to go indie, it was terrifying... But I'm so happy I did.

By: Karen Albright Lin

Karen Albright Lin — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:11:44 +0000

I took the dive into teaching writing courses on cruise ships. I'd taught at conferences, but there's more "stuff" involved with getting the gig etc... but each one offered a cruise for two for free... chance to see Russia, and the rest of the Baltic countries, the Polynesian islands, Australia, Columbia,Costa Rica, Panama... and much more. My husband sure likes it!

By: Debbie Vilardi

Debbie Vilardi — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 05:21:37 +0000

I have written picture books, a middle grade, a couple of horrible chapter books (fun but not marketable), some short stories and poems. I am working on a YA. I have sold one short story, a couple of personal essays (oops, forgot those above), and some poems. I freelance in the educational markets. More than 20 books have my name on them, but they didn't start as my idea--my name, my work, but not my heart and soul. They say to stay in your brand, but you can only do that once you have a brand, once you have a couple of sales. Otherwise, you might be chasing something you haven't realized doesn't suit you yet. Congrats on so many years with one brand. I've heard it's okay to stretch after a time. When I find my space, I'll stay in it for a while too.

By: denise

denise — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 02:15:59 +0000

I go back and forth between romance and JAFF.

Laissez les bons temps rouler!

By: Lissa Johnston

Lissa Johnston — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 23:27:03 +0000

Go for it!

By: Liz Talley

Liz Talley — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 22:52:47 +0000

In reply to Ellen Buikema. Indeed! I adore the character in this new book! I was so interested in her! I hope to share her with the world :)

By: Liz Talley

Liz Talley — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 22:52:08 +0000

In reply to Sally M. Chetwynd. So true! And that’s how I felt. I needed to be excited by my story. It kept me in my chair and focused on making the story the best it could be.

By: Liz Talley

Liz Talley — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 22:51:01 +0000

In reply to Alicia Butcher Ehrhardt. That’s awesome! You have the right spirit and writing slow always you to get it right. So many rush to publish these days. Congrats on getting those volumes done! ✅

By: Liz Talley

Liz Talley — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 22:49:50 +0000

In reply to Paula Cappa. You are right! I have such a loyal readership and that’s a blessing! But I’m always willing to add more. Ha!

By: Liz Talley

Liz Talley — Sat, 14 Feb 2026 21:17:17 +0000

In reply to Terry Odell. That’s a great slogan for your work. Branding is important and that one works well! Best of luck :)