Life is like an ocean. Always changing and never exactly the same as it was the day before. It swells with success one moment, and the next it might pull you into a trough of trial and tribulation. There are moments when the sun rises over the horizon and paints a picture so beautiful it […]

Notes on Robert Dugoni’s Novel Writing Seminar The theme of the PNWA conference centered on character development. As I listened, I realized that it is our love for the characters that keeps us turning the pages and makes us feel invested in the outcome of the story. It is the desire to have those beloved […]

Show Don’t Tell: It is the difference between actors acting out an event and the lone playwright standing on a bare stage recounting the events to the audience. –Janet Evonivich Showing has action at its core. Analyze the Meaningful vs. Mundane ~Tell the boring stuff: setup, dull but necessary actions, filler dialogue. Then show the interesting […]

As a young teenager, I listened to a woman who was confined to a wheelchair give a motivational talk. In spite of her physical challenges she had achieved great things. I don’t remember all of what she said, but one thing has stuck with me for all of these years. She encouraged us to “Reach […]

Laura Johnston is doing a “Keeper’s Calling” book giveaway. Visit her writing blog for details on how to enter: www.lojwriting.blogspot.com I promise it is easy. A simple two step process. Leave a comment on the blog and “like” The Keeper’s Saga on Facebook. (Remember to include contact info so we can notify you if you win) Laura […]

Next Costco signings will be on Friday June 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Saturday June 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Last week we sold 86 books at the Hillsboro Costco. I am super excited to be heading back and after distributing flyers at several local schools, I hope to see some […]

After selling all 96 copies of The Keeper’s Calling in about five hours last week, I’m heading back to Costco for round two! On Saturday, May 12th and 19th, from Noon to 4pm you will find me at the Hillsboro, Oregon Costco signing copies of The Keeper’s Calling. If you live in my neck of the woods, head […]

Wow, another month has come and is about to be gone. This week I am visiting the blog of the amazing and talented Shaunna Gonzales and we are giving away a copy of The Keeper’s Calling. YES you read that right. Pop on over to her blog @ http://www.shaunnagonzales.blogspot.com/ and then follow the rules. It is simple, […]

I love it when I can check something off my to-do list. This week’s check-offs include: The Keeper’s Saga Facebook page. Please click here to follow my page: https://www.facebook.com/?ref=hp#!/TheKeepersSaga Be the guest blogger on A.L. Sowards site. Come see my answers to her thought-provoking questions at: http://alsowards.com/2012/04/12/author-interview-with-kelly-nelson/ Set-up and advertise my first bookstore book signing. […]

Does your book club need a new book to read? How about The Keeper’s Calling? Below are nine questions tailor-made for a group discussion. ~Reading Group Discussion Questions~  1. What would you do if you were faced with a situation similar to the one Chase Harper experienced—alone in the wilderness with no cell service when […]