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What Does It Take to Publish a Book?

Posted on September 12, 2014 by thehopebeacon

Several weeks ago while visiting with a friend, I shared my progress about my two new books. She wanted to know how close I was toward getting them published. She expressed surprise of all I had to do just to … Continue reading →

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Two Parts To Settings

Posted on April 9, 2014 by thehopebeacon

Many people mistakenly think settings only involve the place the story takes place, but place is only half of the setting. The time in which a story happens is the other part. Where and when are two important questions readers … Continue reading →

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My First Radio Interview

Posted on July 18, 2013 by thehopebeacon

06-11-13-Mary Martsching-Finding Heath Book Signing (1) On Tuesday, June 11, 2013, I had my first radio interview about my book. It was a bit scary, but Steve Hexum, the KBUR MC, made me comfortable right away. I grew up in … Continue reading →

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