Currently in almost every country of the world (could be all) a second language is not just preferred it is many times needed! What this tells you in the world of books is that a translation of your book can sell not just in that language’s country but in many others, especially with our current internet technology.

…for the first time in my life I had to come to terms with the fact that I needed help, not only to get back in the loop of things, but also to reconnect with other writers to get me going again.

I don’t know about you, but every summer I binge on fantasy, mystery, and creative memoirs, plus a romance here and there–books to read as I relax by the pool or lake on my days off, or while vacationing at the beach. This year however, I am finding myself tired of the summer reads, and August is not even over yet!

Six years ago, we brought my parents from Florida to Texas and moved them in to live with us. At that time, my two daughters came back home from college, and so suddenly, we went from empty nesters living in our downsized home to an overflowing inappropriate nest crowded with three generations. Did I mention that I work full time from my home office?