Julia French's Blog
December 26, 2021
Book Love
The other day a friend of mine was bragging that she never kept a book. Once she had read the last page of a novel or a nonfiction volume she would give it away or donate it, and in the … Continue reading →
December 24, 2020
Goodreads Giveaway for Hill Magick Dec. 25 – Jan 6
Stop by the Goodreads Giveway page and pick up a copy of Hill Magick starting Dec. 25 through Jan 6! https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway Here, have some cookies!
December 21, 2020
What Makes A True Writer?
Does one painting make a real artist? Does having written a couple poems make one a true poet? Does playing a few games of volleyball on the beach one summer make one a genuine athlete? Does writing a story or … Continue reading →
October 11, 2020
Bad Times at the El Royale
I found this film well-written, directed, and acted, containing intelligently done misdirections that change the course of the narrative and mess with the expectations of the audience. Much like the TV series Lost, the characters in Bad Times interact and … Continue reading →
August 8, 2020
The Buzz
In July and August, the hot-weather insects are out in force. All sorts of obscure and icky insect sightings can occur during this time. You innocently leave your car and walk up to the front or back door of your … Continue reading →
July 6, 2020
Free on Smashwords July 1 – 31
Download all my digital books for free on Smashwords from July 1 through July 31! Happy Independence Day!
May 2, 2020
Smashwords special!
FROM MAY 1 THROUGH MAY 31, DIGITAL COPIES OF ALL MY BOOKS ARE FREE ON SMASHWORDS! ENJOY! https://www.smashwords.com/profile/vi...
July 6, 2019
Active or Passive? It’s All Good!
Some activities are active, like skiing, knitting, gardening, playing the trumpet. They involve energy, time, and commitment. Other activities are passive in nature, such as going to a museum, listening to music, and watching a movie. They don’t require much … Continue reading →
Active or passive? It’s all good!
Some activities are active, like skiing, knitting, gardening, playing the trumpet. They involve energy, time, and commitment. Other activities are passive in nature, such as going to a museum, listening to music, and watching a movie. They don’t require much … Continue reading →
May 13, 2019
Your Mind’s Eye
In your mind’s eye, do you picture the story you are reading or writing happening in real-life locations? Do you picture your favorite narrative taking place in your back yard, your grandmother’s farm, or the national park you and your … Continue reading →
