Spring

My mother was gifted with a green thumb. She loved yard work and our home was often the showcase of the neighborhood. A variety of flowers bloomed in our yard. I failed to inherit her talent to make things grow Read more

Asparagus & Tomato Quiche

Asparagus & Tomato Quiche Serves 8 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces 1 Tbsp olive oil Salt & pepper 1 9-inch refrigerated pie crust 1 cup halved grape tomatoes 1 ½ cups shredded swiss cheese 4 Read more

Lillian Hellman

21 Highly-Anticipated Book Club Reads Coming This Spring

Romance from Debbie Macomber, retellings of classics like the The Great Gatsby, and thrillers by Dennis Lehane and Paula Hawkins top our list of new releases your book club will devour this spring. Click here to read the full article!

Rose Kennedy

Leprechaun Cookies

Leprechaun Cookies Nutter Butter cookies Green candy melts Orange candy melts Green sugar sprinkles Orange sugar sprinkles Semi-sweet chocolate chips Shamrock sprinkles Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the orange candy Read more

If Not for You Review

Debbie Macomber’s heartfelt messages and authentic look at personal relationships definitely brought a smile to my lips throughout the majority of Beth and Sam’s journey. To read the full review, click here!

Broward Public Library Literary Feast

Friday, March 31st 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM LitLIVE! Panel Discussion and Book Signing Location: Barnes & Noble, 2051 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305 945.561.3732 For more information please visit: http://www.bplfoundation.org/literary-feast-litlive For tickets: http://www.bplfoundation.org/litlive-fortlauderdale Moderator: Gail Buflin Other Panelists: Robert Read more

15 New Books to Read Over Spring Break

Spring break is the perfect time to relax under the warm sun, with the sand at your back, the water touching your toes, and a great book in your hands. Even if you’re not headed to the beach yourself, these Read more

Pearl S. Buck

Painting Class

A couple of years ago, I decided to take a painting class at the local community center.  It was a little more than a glorified paint by number class as the instructor led us through each stroke of the brush Read more

March 2017

Spring is just around the corner, and in our March giveaway we want you to be prepared! Our grand prize winner will receive a Dorset Basket for Four by Picnic At Ascot. As well as, a signed copy of IF Read more

Buttermilk-Oat Pancakes

These hearty oat pancakes are delicious with blueberries, mini chocolate chips, or just good ole butter and syrup.               Buttermilk-Oat Pancakes Makes 25 3” pancakes 1 ½ cup quick-cooking oats 1 ½ cup all-purpose Read more

Women’s History Month

I’m fortunate enough to have my office in a turret. It’s a romantic setting which inspires me every single day. On the staircase leading to the office, the wall is decorated with several author signatures, ones I’ve collected through the Read more

Jalapeno Chicken Sliders

Jalapeño Pepper Jack Chicken Sliders 2 lbs ground chicken ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper 2 tsp paprika 1 Tbsp finely diced seeded jalapeño 1 Tbsp chopped cilantro 12 slices pepper jack cheese 12 slider buns Guacamole for serving, optional Read more

Debbie Macomber

Mission Viejo Library

March 21, 2017 Norman P. Murray Center Community Center Terraces 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 5pm – Afternoon Tea 6:30pm – Reserved seating for Writers Present presentation General Admission The cost is $31 and includes: One 1st edition Read more

C.S. Lewis

Sockhead Hat

Pattern: Sockhead Hat Yarn: I don’t have the label anymore, but it was self-patterning sock yarn. Needles: US size 2.5 16″ circular plus double point needles to finish at the top Comments: I knitted this hat during Seahawks games in Read more

Rocketry Baby Cardigan

Pattern: Rocketry Baby Cardigan by Lindsay Pekny Yarn: Spud & Chloe superwash worsted, part wool, part cotton Needles: US Size 5 and 7 circular needles Comments: This pattern has intrigued me for a while and when baby Mason came along, Read more

Valentine’s Day Peekaboo Cutout Cookie

Peekaboo Heart Cutout Cookies Makes about 30 sandwich cookies 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 1 ¼ cup sugar 3 eggs 2 tsp vanilla 3 ¾ cups flour 2 tsp cream of tartar 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt Cookie Read more

Valentine’s Day

For several years now I’ve written about Wayne and his efforts to play the part of the romantic husband. He tries, he honestly does but romance isn’t part of his genetic makeup. And from what I hear from you, my readers, my Read more

Christina Dawson

February 2017

In February, we are giving away an amazing date night! Our grand prize winner will receive a $100 Darden gift card and a $50 Fandango gift card. As well as, a signed A.R.E of IF NOT FOR YOU. 10 runners Read more

Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Crockpot Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup Serves 8-10 2 chicken breasts ¾ cup minced onion ¾ cup chopped celery 1 ½ cups chopped carrots 1 tsp salt ½ tsp dried thyme ½ tsp dried sage ½ tsp garlic powder Read more