The Passion for Writing Series: Author Cynthia Vespia

Cynthia Vespia, “The Original Cyn,” has a background as a certified personal trainer; licensed private security guard; award winning video editor, and graphic designer. But the allure of writing has always remained her first love. As a skilled wordsmith she established a successful career as a journalist and promotional writer. Throughout that time she remained […]

5-Latte Review of Coleen Paratore’s BIG

When asked to read Coleen Paratore’s Big [Little Pickle Press’ Site and Blog], I was more than delighted to do so. There are many readers of ChickLitGurrl with children, with nieces and nephews, and with friends with children, and Big is a wonderful gift with a great message for kids between the ages of 5 […]

The Passion for Writing Series: Author Julia Blues

I’m a storyteller who simply loves telling tales about what happens in relationships when people aren’t honest with themselves, and how to put those pieces back together once truth is revealed. My stories have been featured in It’s Not Enough To Dream Magazine, both in print and online. You can learn more about me at/on: […]

Spotlight on Author Saundra’s HER SWEETEST REVENGE

Saundra Jones grew up in Cleveland, Mississippi and as an adult now resides in Indiana. Saundra works as an assistant property manager for a government agency in the public housing sector. She is married with two daughters ages 11 and 5. Originally, she started writing screenplays at the age of twelve, and as an adult, […]

5-Latte Review of Liz DeJesus’ FIRST FROST

[Available in print at BN and Amazon] For generations, the Frost family has run the Museum of Magical and Rare Artifacts, handing down guardianship from mother to daughter, always keeping their secrets to “family only.” Gathered within museum’s walls is a collection dedicated to the Grimm fairy tales and to the rare items the family […]

5-Latte Review of Dr. Lonie McMichael’s TALKING FAT

[Available in print at BN and Amazon / Also available for Kindle] 5 out of 5 lattes As a full-figured woman who constantly struggles with her weight and with societal beliefs about weight, about being fat, I was intrigued to read Dr. Lonie McMichael’s Talking Fat: Health vs Persuasion in the War on Our Bodies. […]