How a Writer Faces Thanksgiving

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills For some people, Thanksgiving is about the food. For others, Thanksgiving is about spending time with family and friends. Some can’t wait to finish the meal to tune into the football games. Some look forward to everything Thanksgiving. Then there are writers. Oh, we love the food, family, football, and friends, but what about the inevitable …

Happy Thanksgiving and Giveaway Winners Announced!

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills We have winners for the 12 Days of Thanksgiving Giveaway! What a great time hearing from you and viewing posts and pics. Thanks! The following are the list of each winner’s first name, state, and the gift. 1. Personalized Hardback Edition of BURDEN OF PROOF plus a DiAnn Mills Journal 2. Bath & Body Works Lotion …

12 Ways to Enjoy the Holidays without Blowing Your Budget

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills The holidays are marching toward us much faster than we can imagine. We treasure those special moments with family and friends, but menus, activities, parties, shopping, and decorating can rob our enthusiasm plus put a dent in our budgets. We embrace all the wonder of  the big three holidays: Thanksgiving Christmas New Year Careful planning is …

Finding Soul Care Through Creative Expression

By Edie Melson @DiAnnMills This week’s blog post is by my dear friend and writer Edie Melson @EdieMelson I’ve been where you are—weary and ready for relief. Some months that seems to be a place where I live. I provided support for my mother while she cared for my father during the last years of his life. That meant hours …

Are You Concerned About Your Social Skills?

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills I’ve spent much of my time away from home this month. We visited family and friends in Ohio, which is always a treat. October has also been busy with the launch of Burden of Proof. Talking to readers about a new book, the writing process, and catching up or making new friends fills me with satisfaction. Sometimes …

Burden of Proof Giveaway!

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills An exciting day has arrived! To celebrate BURDEN OF PROOF’s official release, I’m announcing a random drawing for multiple giveaway prizes! To enter DiAnn’s Burden of Proof Book Launch Giveaway: 1) simply sign-up to receive my weekly e-newsletter here, or note in the comments below if you are already a subscriber, and 2) share this post …

Burden of Proof – Character Insights

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Readers often ask me how I develop my characters and where I find ideas to create plot. It’s always a challenge. BURDEN OF PROOF, an October 9th romantic suspense release, is no exception. Characters must be unique, likeable, realistic, and unforgettable. In this week’s blog post, I share via video insights for my hero, Jason Snyder, …

How to Say No Graciously

By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Many of us are asked to volunteer our time and talents for worthwhile causes. Moments in our lives when we can reach out with joy to help others. We’re excited and pave a way through our busy lives to make sure the task is done well. Occasionally though, an opportunity is presented where we don’t feel …