by Donna McDonald | Sep 5, 2023 | Just Funny Stuff, My Writing Life
I had to sanitize (censor) my Proof Romance Lives board on Pinterest. This board has been my writing inspiration for twelve plus years now. Each week my pins on that board are being removed for being too sexy.
by Donna McDonald | Apr 7, 2020 | Just Funny Stuff, My Writing Life
I read George Orwell’s 1984 in school, but I had no idea back then I would one day be living it. I’m sure none of us did. I went to the grocery today. I went at 7:15 in the morning, and by myself, because I’d already heard they weren’t going to...
by Donna McDonald | Mar 15, 2016 | Just Funny Stuff, My Writing Life
Most of inspiration for the romantic lives of older characters I write was inspired by personal experiences, friend’s experiences, and talking to older people I have met.
by Donna McDonald | Sep 23, 2015 | Just Funny Stuff, My Writing Life
Last Saturday I gave a self-publishing workshop at one of my favorite local libraries. They frequently invite me to be on panels and carry nearly my entire catalog of print books. I have become a patron favorite because of local librarian, Laurel Keller, who is also a...
by Donna McDonald | Sep 8, 2015 | Just Funny Stuff, My Writing Life
That’s right. I don’t own a dog. Yes, you read that statement correctly, but don’t look at me like I kicked your puppy. I have owned and cared for several dogs in my lifetime. I just don’t have one right now. Dogs are great and I am definitely...