If only I had more time, resources, and creative ideas. There’s never enough time for me to answer my emails, add to my blog post, respond to FB posts, or edit manuscripts. I often find myself saying, “if only.” I don’t want to add to my list if only I’d spent time with God. When I neglect my time with Him, I find my if only turns into I can’t. I've tried to think of a spiffy acronym to give helpful suggestions to remember ways to deal with the if only in life, but none

This conference has greatly impacted my life over the years. I know if you can attend the virtual one in October it will impact you as well. https://publishingincolor.com/publishing-in-color-online-conference-fall-2022/

National Hispanic Heritage Month honors the culture, heritage, and contributions of Hispanic Americans each year. The event began in 1968 to celebrate the contributions and achievements of the diverse cultures within the Hispanic community. In honor of the month, I want to give a shoutout to my friend and fellow author Xochitl Dixon who wrote the children's book Different Like Me. This book features a wonderful variety of children with unique qualities. Xochitl (So-Cheel) E.

When I meet first-time authors and even some seasoned ones, I love their excitement as they share about their manuscripts. Their eyes are expressive, their smiles broad, and their entire being illuminates enthusiasm. Then I ask the question many authors dread to hear. “Tell me about your platform?” That one word can elicit moans, fear, dread, or that deer-in-the-headlights look. Enthusiasm quickly fades. The writer may explain why they feel they have a limited platform; some