Writing Samples

I’m always working on something new or editing, editing, editing! Writing has definitely become a way of life for me. I mean, how many people miss writing essays when they leave university? (That’s when I truly realized that there was something crazy-strange going on.) Or how about an idea that keeps you up at night until you just have to get up and write it down? That’s me too.

Here are a few projects currently up my sleeve:

It’s All Kids Play!

Are you looking to instill some free play (unstructured play) back in the lives of your children to help them develop into happy, healthy kids with skills galore (because free play is the healthiest and most natural way for kids to learn)? Or maybe see your kids twiddling their thumbs or dragging their feet out behind them, moaning, “I’m sooooo bored.” Let me help you and your kids bring on the play with silly challenges, arts and crafts, playcation ideas (staycations that are full of PLAY!), outdoor fun, and so much more.
Check out the activities at: www.itsallkidsplay.ca
or see featured activities at: www.itsallkidsplay.blogspot.com.
Also be sure to check out my awesomely fun and playful Pinterest boards and follow me on Twitter to get the latest in play, research and more. And if you are on Facebook, be sure to like It’s All Kid’s Play and join the conversation!
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Caviar and Lemon Drops

Beth must choose between the love of her life, Oz, who is battling his own demons, shutting Beth out, or between Nash, the smooth city doctor. Both have their pluses, both have their minuses. Either way, it won’t be an easy choice for Beth.

This women’s fiction piece is 97,000 words.  If you would like to read the opening scene, please click on the image. (Formerly under the working title: There’s No Place Like Home.)

* Before current edits, this scene placed 6th in the Grand Beginnings 2008 Contest.

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The 15 Date Rule

Allie, an astrophysicist, must overcome her insecurities to find her Mr. Brainy Right. Problem is, she has a serious case of stick your foot in your mouth disease which always seems to help her end her relationships prematurely and spectacularly.

This romantic comedy weighs in at 97,000 words. If you would like to read a sample, please click on the link.

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____Approximately 90,000 words. Romantic Comedy.