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Welcome to Help From My Friends Friday. V. R. Barkowski is a former online mystery critique partner, who from the beginning of our association, I knew was a major talent. Her critiques were invaluable. Her submissions intelligent, breathtaking and always spine-tingling. On one occasion she submitted a short story for our thoughts. I found the […]

Welcome to Help from My Friends Friday. Most authors when visiting my blog wait until their novel’s release date is a tad closer than the Fall of 2026. Most authors send me a book cover. After reading today’s blog by Author Kathleen Kaska, I discovered she doesn’t necessarily adhere to the conventional. So, I’m going […]

Welcome to Help From my Friends Friday. You cannot invite Forensic Psychologist and Author Katherine Ramsland to blog about one particular topic. Questions invariably arise. Forgive the cliche, but when it comes to forensics, crime documentaries, psychology, history, and so much more, she’s been there, done that. A few weeks ago, when Katherine was promoting […]

Welcome to Help From my Friends Friday a little late! My guest today is National Bestselling Author Eve Gaddy, author of 41 books! She’s got a Christmas release coming out. And in addition to her hot Christmas cowboy on the cover, my mouth is watering from the recipe she shares. I’m thinking these Cinnamon Sugar […]

Welcome to Help From My Friends Friday. Author Margaret Mizushima is about to embark on a busy time of year promoting her tenth Timber Creek Mystery. Mystery fans if you love police procedure, veterinarian medicine and K-9 handling with a dose of mystery/suspense, this series is for you. Further, check out where you can find […]

One of my favorite guests visits today on Help From My Friends Friday. Author Katherine Ramsland always has something new and educational to bring to her writing. I’m downright envious of the lengths she went to write You Can’t Hide. See if you don’t agree! ~ Donnell  Bringing Back the Dead By Katherine Ramsland I […]

When it comes to the topic of Battered, my friend GP Gottlieb knows of what she speaks. She’s also a fabulous human being. Her story is as breathtaking as it is helpful, because through her life lesson, she includes a warning for authors. And doesn’t that blurb and cover look fabulous? Please welcome Author GP […]

I read ANYONE BUT HER last February yet vividly remember the plot. When Cynthia Swanson claims she’s a storyteller, it’s no exaggeration. Her resume, which I’ll show later in her bio, speaks for itself. Add to her credentials her latest success, ANYONE BUT HER is a 2025 Colorado Book Award WINNER and on digital sale […]

Good morning, friends. Author and Editor Judy Penz Sheluk is a prime example of when life gives you lemons you make success happen. Let’s welcome Judy and learn about Midnight Schemers & Daydream Believers. Read on! ~ Donnell  From Editor to…Editor By: Judy Penz Sheluk I’ve been an editor in various capacities for about twenty […]

I’m so pleased to host Mary Lee Ashford on Help from my Friends Friday as she shares her new release, Night of the Living Bread now available for preorder! I really don’t have to add a larger introduction as Mary Lee did it for me. 🙂 What I will say is thank you, my friend. This […]