Drop by after lunch Sunday afternoon and meet DiAnn Mills who will be celebrating the new release of LETHAL STANDOFF at Barnes & Noble The Woodlands, TX on September 8th from 2pm – 4pm. Get your personalized copy of LETHAL STANDOFF! Justice can be elusive. Family secrets can be deadly. The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking in …
When Our Emotions Reach Flood-Level
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills We’ve all experienced overwhelming emotions when life’s happenings make us feel like we’re drowning in flood-level pressure, responsibilities, and daily challenges. The urge to give up and let the sea sweep us away tempts us. Too often, we forget that channeled stress helps us effectively problem-solve and meet deadlines. We can learn to swim to higher …
Quotes to Tickle Your Funny Bone
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Laughter is the best medicine. Scientists have proven that those who laugh are healthier and happier. I’m a quote-addict, so for this week’s blog post, I’m listing, in no particular order, quotes that make me smile. I hope they tickle your funny bone! “The road to success is dotted with many tempting parking spaces.” Will Rogers …
Zacchaeus Climbed Out On a Limb
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills How far are you willing to extend yourself to achieve a goal? Are you aware of the sacrifices that partner with the rewards of working hard to reach a dream? Do you ever wonder if you’re all alone in your pursuit of satisfaction? Has anyone ever posed those questions to you? If not, let me give …
Short Story: Grandpa—A Retired PI
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills And now for something different: In the fast-paced world of Houston, a retired private investigator named Larry is ready to welcome his grandson, Greer, for the summer. But their reunion quickly turns into a high-stakes adventure when Larry discovers Greer’s life may be in danger due to his mother’s dangerous choices. As Larry reconnects with his past …
BookBub – A Reader’s and a Writer’s Best Book Friend
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills BookBub invites readers and writers to a party where both indulge in the joy of books. Readers look for recommendations in their favorite genre, and writers not only encourage the reader to explore their books but recommend other writers’ books. It’s like playing pin-the-tail on your favorite read. Everyone wins. Reader-Focused Features Find your favorite author …
DiAnn Mills Greets Readers @ Mardel-Webster, TX
I’m so excited to meet readers near the Texas gulf coast! On Saturday, September 7th, I will be signing my new release LETHAL STANDOFF at the Webster Mardel starting at Noon Central. I love to meet readers and discuss story ideas. Come and get a personalized copy of LETHAL STANDOFF for you and your friends! You can make it your …
LETHAL STANDOFF @ Murder By The Book With DiAnn Mills
I’m so excited to meet readers and share about LETHAL STANDOFF at Murder By The Book in Houston, TX on Saturday afternoon, September 14th at 3:00 pm! Justice can be elusive. Family secrets can be deadly. The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking in a volatile criminal case filled with unanswered questions. And Carrington Reed is running short …
Stress – The Truth Not a Myth!
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Most of us have preconceived ideas about stress. Some of our conclusions are valid, and others are myths. Let’s look at what stress is according to professionals, what stress isn’t, and how we can protect ourselves from debilitating damage to our bodies. I once believed that stress got blamed for all the medical problems that it …
What’s Springing Up in the Kitchen?
By DiAnn Mills @DiAnnMills Spring has a way of motivating us into creating something new and beautiful. For me it’s weed-free flowerbeds and new colorful flowers and plants, clean closets and cabinets, or ensuring every spot of dust has vanished from my house. But this week, spring has nudged me into the kitchen. It’s the time of year when new …