My next work in progress

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Virginia Wright

I’m very excited about my next work in progress as it is a cute children’s story about nicknames. The illustrations are turning out well, and it is going to be dedicated to my latest granddaughter who is now three years old. I’ve dedicated my books to all of my grandchildren and also to my adult children. So, it is always fun for me when I am nearing the end of a new book and then finally get to present my grandchild the book dedicated to them. Coming soon….May 2022.

After that book is completed I am planning on writing a sequel to my romance novel, A Christmas to Remember. I’m equally as excited about doing that.

For all of you following my blog, please stop back from time to time for updates.

Until then,

-Virginia Wright

Interview with Reader’s Favorite Book Award-Winner, Deanie Humphrys-Dunne

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Virginia Wright

Today’s guest author is Reader’s Favorite Book Award-Winner, Deanie Humphrys-Dunne. Deanie is a winner in 2016, 50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading Presented by The Author’s Show.com. She has received several other awards and nominations.

I met Deanie online a few years ago, and we have been author buddies ever since. I hope you have fun learning a little bit more about Deanie through the conversation we had below. Her book My Life at Sweetbrier is being spotlighted in this interview as it is a true story that I loved.

My Life at Sweetbrier by Deanie Humphrys-Dunne is a beautiful, touching true story about a little girl that was diagnosed with a condition Cerebral Palsy and was told by her doctor that she would never be able to walk. Her father would not accept that diagnosis and instills faith in his little girl, and he set out to teach her to ride horses and felt if she could do that, she would be okay. Her parents opened a riding school (Sweetbrier) so that her dad could keep his promise to her. Despite her diagnosis, the family sets out on quite a journey in life…I recommend this book for older aged children for a couple of reasons, because it is a touching story of determination and it teaches a lesson never to give up, and that dreams can come true.

Big Bear Hugs,

-Virginia

How long have you been writing?

I studied and graduated from 2 courses at the Institute of Children’s Literature before writing my first book, Tails of Sweetbrier. It was published in 2009 but republished in 2017 with a new title, My Life at Sweetbrier, a new cover, and five additional chapters.

Do you like silence or music when you are writing?

I prefer silence because I think it’s easier to concentrate on my writing without distractions.

Is there any one thing that helps the creative juices flow?

No, I’d like to discover one, though. If I have trouble discovering an idea, I try taking a break from writing. It sometimes helps me gather ideas.

What is your next work in progress?

My sister, Holly Humphrys-Bajaj, is working on the illustrations for our next book. We’re excited about creating our first picture book, about a little tractor named Wilbur. We don’t have a timeframe for the release yet, but I’ll be sure to keep you updated on it.

What would you like readers to remember most about My Life at Sweetbrier?

I think every child deserves to be inspired to follow their dreams because all things are possible if you persevere. You can realize your dreams against the odds like I did.

Thank you so much for interviewing me today, Virginia. We had fun together, as always. -Deanie

You are welcome, Deanie. It was fun…you truly are an inspiration. Xo -Virginia

Amazon page:

https://www.amazon.com/Deanie-Humphrys-Dunne/e/B003FFS15S/ref=dp_byline_cont_book_1

Website: www.childrensbookswithlifelessons.com

Facebook:

Memories of Sweetbrier:

https://www.facebook.com/Memories-of-Sweetbrier-Farm-Easton-CT-1736497933252082/

Children’s Author Deanie Humphrys-Dunne:

https://www.facebook.com/Childrens-author-Deanie-Humphrys-Dunne-574820065875628/

Pinterest:

https://www.pinterest.com/deaniedunne/

Interview by: Author and Illustrator, Virginia Wright
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Honeybees |See What The Buzzzzzzzz Is About…

Posted on April 11, 2016 by Virginia Wright

A new Facebook cover that talented Author Rhonda Patton did for me… I love it. Thank you, Rhonda!

HONEYBEES ARE AMAZING CREATURES, for they are insects that provide us with golden sweet food known as honey. Learn the basics about honeybees, where and how they live. This is an educational, non-fiction book, for all ages. Teachers can use Buzzzzzzzz What Honeybees Do as a honeybee primer in the classroom– it is easy to understand and answers the questions:Do all honeybees sting?
What do they do with pollen?
How do they make honey?
What is pollination?
Does all honey look and taste alike?
What can we do to benefit the bees?
What kind of flowers do honeybees prefer? virginiawright

http://www.amazon.com/Buzzzzzzzz-What-Honeybees-Virginia-Wright-ebook/dp/B004EYUD9G/

Recipe | Main Dish | Vegetables |Potato Pie

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Virginia Wright

Recipe: Potato Pie

Potato Pie Recipe Photo (C) 2014 Joyce VanKirk

Summary Joyce Vankirk says: This is a recipe my mother has made for all of us for so long. I can actually say I have no idea where it came from but I do know it’s been in my family for a very long time. The only thing I can say about it is you have to taste it to understand why I love this recipe.

I have never eaten “Potato Pie.” It sounds interesting Joyce! Thanks for the recipe and also for taking the extra time to shoot the photos.

-Virginia

This Author Cooks!

Ingredients: {Crust}

2 cups flour

2/3 cups of Shortening

1 pinch of salt [optional]

8 TBSP water

Ingredients: {Potato Mix}

6 to 8 Potatoes cleaned, peeled and dice

Salt and Pepper

5 to 6 slice Margarine

Directions:

In medium bowl combine flour, salt and shortening together. With fork mix thoroughly [or however you feelmore comfortable doing it] until well blended. Add water and with hands [optional] mix it until it forms into a ball. When finished split in half. Roll out one half first using flour. Then put into pie pan. Then follow with the final half set aside.

Take the rinse dice potatoes put them in pie pan on top of dough. Salt and Pepper then put slices of margarine on potatoes. With the other rolled out dough put it on top of potatoes and seal around edges. With a fork poke holes all over the top.

Bake at 350 degrees on middle rack for 1 hour.When finished cut a slice out and put into bowl. Pour milk over it and Enjoy!

*You can check the potatoes by putting a fork into the pie to see if they are soft. Just peel a small piece of crust off……

Authors Cook

Author Joyce VanKirk

Recipe Contributor: Joyce Vankirk

Pennsylvania, USA

I write children / young adult books. My first book “The Six Forest Friends” which was published in 2009 it is a series of ten books. The characters in the book were created from my six grandchildren. I am now working on the second one. I also published another children’s book called “Sammy, the Fox Learns About Easter”. I have two young adult books called “Against Bullying Club” and “The little Brave One” I love reading books mainly romance and mysteries and I also enjoy giving reviews too.

Here is my Web Page:

http://mypublishedbooks.webs.com/

My Author Page:
https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJVK

Amazon Author Page:

http://www.amazon.com/Joyce-Van-Kirk/e/B00HJAVSUU