In Others’ Words: Teachers

Beth VogtLife, Quotes, Reality 11 Comments

I like a teacher who gives you something to take home to think about besides homework.  ~Lily Tomlin  as “Edith Ann” (1939), actress I registered my caboose kiddo for school this week. We bought school supplies weeks ago. Today she went with her BFF and got locker supplies. Middle school, here they come! Funny, I never bought locker supplies when …

Contest: Where in the World is Daniel (Postcard #1)

Beth VogtContemporary Romance, Fun, Uncategorized, Writing 30 Comments

  Let the contest begin! Daniel Rayner, the hero of my debut novel, Wish You Were Here, is traveling again — but, of course, he’s sending Alli postcards. He’s given her — and you — a clue to his whereabouts today. Where in the world do you think Daniel is? Leave your comment below or on my Author Facebook page …

In Others’ Words: Trust

Beth VogtLife, Quotes, Reality, Writing 24 Comments

  “One must be fond of people and trust them if one is not to make a mess of life.” ~E.M. Forster (1879-1970), English novelist As a novelist, I spend a lot of time with imaginary people. I don’t just hang around with them — I actually expend many hours and much energy getting to know these fictitious characters. I …