Happy March, everyone! I hope you all doing well.
It’s hard to believe it’s March already, but we’ll take it. Our weather here in the Midwest was below zero a few weeks ago, but thankfully warming up and showing us a hint of Spring. We know March can be a little bit of everything around here, so we’ll keep ready for whatever is to come.
It’s also hard to believe, Easter is a month away. Easter to me is the birth of a new season. We’ve heard of many families celebrating the birth of new little ones, too.
So, what do Easter Baskets and Baby Showers have in common?
Books!
If you have older readers, you may also be interested in the recent book, Cat Michaels and I wrote called, Just Between Sam and Me. (Ages 8-12.)
Filling your gift baskets with books is a great surprise for readers.
Where to buy these books? Click on the retail sites at the bottom of this page.
If you live near me, write me a note and I will gladly meet up with you for signed copies.
In Other News..
I have been busy working on yet another picture book these past few months. I can’t wait for you to see my Early Reader which is a simple search and find. It’s also packed with lots of learning, fun facts, and activities. I’m going to start illustrating on page 19 next week, so I’m getting closer.
Once I get this next book finished, the hardest part will be the editing and critiquing. In order to do that, I will be searching for Beta Readers. Cat Michaels and I found them invaluable when writing our last book.
What is a Beta Reader? Visit Cat Michaels Writer page here to find out.
A Yummy Treat For You!
Now for a yummy treat to leave you with.
I shared this recipe a few years ago and they were a big hit. I hope you make these wonderful, easy cookies. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, Easter and parties.
Chocolate Chip Mint Cookies
Recipe
1 Devil Food Cake Mix
2/3 Cup Crisco
2 Eggs
Dark Chocolate Mint M&Ms
Cream cake mix with Crisco and eggs. Take dough and roll into 2 inch circle balls. Place on baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for about 9 minutes. It’s best to undercook these.
While the cookies are hot, press four or five Mint M&M’s into the warm cookie. Cool and enjoy!
Here’s something fun I found out. You can make ANY kind of cookies with a box of cake mix, eggs, and anywhere from a ½ cup of Crisco to ¾ cups. The trick to remember is to use just enough Crisco to have the batter thick enough to roll into balls.
One Last Thing…
A big thanks to Jen Milius for having me on her TufFish Show! It was so fun visiting with you, Jen!
I hope you will visit her page and listen to some of the other authors she has recently interviewed, too.
Happy Reading and thanks for stopping by today!
Rosie
📚 Where to find my books. 📚
A look back from a year ago this March. Our world has learned a lot this past year.
Hoping for more positive news to come.
Hi Rosie, I always give books at Easter or for new babies, but who needs an excuse to give books? Those cookies look yum, don’t think we can get mint m&ms here though. Looking forward to seeing the new book.
Hi Sandra! Yes, books are becoming a common thing to give at baby showers now and I’m so excited about that.
The cookies can be made with any of your favorite candies.
I’m excited for you to see my book, too. I’ll keep you posted.
Thanks for stopping by with your note. 🙂
Perhaps Easter is time to take a little breather and give us some hope after the last year too? Looking forward to seeing the next creative project Rosie.
Yes, Eastertime and Spring does bring us a sense of renewal more than ever this year, doesn’t it?
I’m excited for you to see my next book, too. Thank you! 🙂
Janelle has been very thankful for her Beta readers! I’m so thankful that I’ve been publishing a few years so I know the ropes to help my girls with their writing and publishing. Although, editing teenagers’ books is still a daunting task! Do you know how many times I had to correct their, there, and they’re? Way too many to count! It’s so exciting to see that you’re writing another book! We can’t wait to see it! 🙂
Hi Jessica! Yes, editing is the hardest part and we all need it. After looking at our story for so long, we tend to glaze over and not see our mistakes. I’ve seen a sneak peek of Janelle’s work and I’m so excited for her new writing adventures and new book.
Thank you in advance for your interest for my next one. I’ll keep you posted. 🙂
Wow, Rosie, you’ve been busy. Those cookies look scrumptious. I gotta try them but will look for a crisco substitute first. Your next book sounds yummy, too. Yep, beta readers are like gold. I bet some of your readers will be inspired to be those all-important set of eyes on your polished manuscript. Count me in -:D
Thanks, Cat! Yes, the cookies are rich and one wouldn’t want to eat them all the time. If you find a good substitute, let me know.
Our Beta Readers were amazing. I learned so much from them and so many other things from our last book.
I’ll keep you posted about my new one as the time gets closer. It’s an easy read.
Thanks always. 🙂