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Funny and Flattering Feedback!
Posted Nov 15 2011
Writers love getting feedback from readers. Here’s a funny message I found in my email inbox this morning: I’m hooked! My house looks like dukie and it’s all your fault- thanks! It made my day to know she’s decided to read my book instead of cleaning!
Read More»Fun in Houston!
Posted Nov 14 2011
Had a fun weekend in Houston with CC Hunter, author of the young adult Shadow Falls series. CC Hunter is also known as Christie Craig, author of numerous award-winning funny romantic mysteries. If you ever have a chance to hear her speak, jump on it! She’s a hoot! A BIG THANKS to CC/Christie for arranging the event! […]
Read More»Red, White, and Books!
Posted Nov 11 2011
If you’re in the Houston area, come on over to WineStyles on Louetta Road from 4 – 7 tomorrow for a booksigning and wine tasting with me and Christie Craig/CC Hunter. We’d love to see you!
Read More»I’m Humor Writer of the Month!
Posted Nov 9 2011
I was chosen as Humor Writer of the Month by the Erma Bombeck Writers Workshop! Hooray! See the details at: http://humorwriters.org/category/humor-writer-of-the-month/ I’m so honored! I loved Erma Bombeck’s writing. She managed to find humor in the ironies – and in some cases drudgery – of daily life. I often think of one or another of her humor pieces […]
Read More»Awesome Weekend!
Posted Nov 7 2011
What a great weekend! It kicked off with the always fun “Mansfield Writes” writing workshop at the Mansfield Public Library Friday night. Met lots of great authors and aspiring writers at the event! On Saturday, I had my first book signing at Barnes & Noble. The store staff were great and made me feel very welcome. It […]
Read More»Writers Workshop Tonight!
Posted Nov 4 2011
If you live in north Texas, I invite you to come by the Mansfield Public Library tonight for Mansfield Writes, a writing workshop featuring a panel of authors. It’s always a fun and informative event! The workshop starts at 7:00. The library is located at 104 S. Wisteria, Mansfield 76063. Hope to see you there!
Read More»Best Week Ever!!!
Posted Nov 3 2011
This has been such a great week! My book release has been an absolute ball thanks to so many friends, family, and fellow writers who have celebrated with me both online and in person. Thanks to all of you for making my debut release such a fun event!
Read More»Debut Today!
Posted Nov 1 2011 in Death and taxes series, Death Taxes and a French Manicure, Diane Kelly, tara holloway
My dream of becoming a published novelist comes true today as my debut novel, Death, Taxes, and a French Manicure, hits the bookstore shelves. Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! When I set out ten years ago to become a writer, I expected the process to be a solitary endeavor. But I couldn’t have been more wrong! There are so […]
Read More»Debut Tomorrow! Join in the Chat for a Chance to Win!
Posted Oct 31 2011 in book contest, book giveaway, Death and taxes series, Death Taxes and a French Manicure, debut novel, Diane Kelly, funny mystery, tara holloway
It’s Halloween, the day when our thoughts turn to scary things. Ghosts. Goblins. Vampires. The IRS. I jest, of course. There’s no reason to fear the IRS – as long as you’re being honest on your tax returns, of course! One of the recurring issues that haunts Tara Holloway, the IRS criminal investigator who stars […]
Read More»Debut Countdown – 1 day! Post a Comment for a Chance to Win!
Posted Oct 30 2011 in death and taxes, Death and taxes series, Death Taxes and a French Manicure, Diane Kelly, funny mystery, tara holloway
One of the aspects of writing the Death & Taxes series that was both the most challenging and the most fun was creating the men in Tara’s life. It was tempting to make her boyfriend, Brett Ellington, perfect. But then he wouldn’t seem real. And, honestly, as I thought things through, I realized I had no […]
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Diane KellyHaha! Our terrier mix and shepherd mix are certainly selective, too. They hear "treat" without fail, but "down" or "no!" don't always register. Raggs is such a cute name!
Molly WestonReggie certainly looks happy! My own dog, Raggs, has "selective" hearing--and he's not well trained. But. Our dogs are family and we do love them.
Diane KellyThanks, Barbara! I wish I could write faster, too! My ideas are backing up in my head. : ) I wish my brain had a USB port where I could automatically download the stories from my mind to the page. I'm so glad you enjoyed the book! I'm hard at work on the second one, A Trip with Trouble.
BarbaraI LOVED getaway with Murder. The second book can't be published soon enough. Can you write any faster? ;-)