What a lovely well rounded guest you have today Bette, I really enjoyed reading about her.

This reminds me a lot of the book…”Her Majesty Grace Jones”. I lost it and have been looking for it. But it is magical….just like these sound like they are.

Thank you, Catalina! :)

Thanks for your comments, Mandy. I’ve just finished reading The Blue Velvet and look forward to the sequels. Preteens, teens and romantic of all ages like me are sure to be enchanted by Emerson and her adventures. So glad to stopped by for a chat. Have an amazing day!

Great interview! I especially liked learning about how the “hat” was the beginnings for Kathleen’s book.

Really enjoyed The Velvet, Kathryn. Kudos to Kathleen Davis on a series that can be enjoyed by adults as well as young teens and preteen. Thanks for stopping by for a visit. Have a great week! :)

Great interview. It is always fun to :meet” new-to-me authors.

HI, Michelle. Thanks for stopping by for a visit. It’s great to have the opportunity to share new authors and their books on my blog. Have a great day! :)

It’s great to meet new authors and share their work. Thanks to much for stopping by for a read, Catalina. Happy writing and reading, my friend! <3

Working with Bette has been a true gift. I never cease to be amazed at how wonderful people come into our lives and touch our souls. Thank you Bette.

It has been my pleasure to have you as a guest, my friend. That ‘gift’ goes both ways, Kathleen. It’s been wonderful to ‘meet’ you and you’re so right about how wonderful people enrich our lives. You are among the many in mine. Blessings, Bette

Beautiful work! Thanks for sharing!

Hi, Maria. Thanks for stopping by for a visit. Enjoy your beautiful floral posts as well. Have a wonderful week! :)

Thanks for the reblog. I found this to be the amazing book! I couldn’t put it down, and then, it took me several days to process my feelings and what I wanted to say about it. Jo has a wonderful depth to her characters and insight into why people act as they do. I hope you read it.

Hi, mysm. Read it, I have–and reviewed it as well. Wanted to share this great book and its author once again and was delighted to find your post. Thanks for your post and for stopping to chat about Jo and her book with me. :)

My favourite Jo Robinson book, by far. :)

Thanks so much. I downloaded PURE TRASH and I have AMAZING MATILDA on my desk to read next.

I enjoyed both of these amazing books! Do download them both…

Thanks so much, Michelle. Have a great day and Happy Reading, my friend! :)

Thank you for the shout-out, Barbara. Have an amazing day! :)

Reblogged this on Jen's Thoughts and commented:
I have a lot of respect for Bette and her writing. I know you’ll enjoy both stories so hop over and grab your books and leave her a great review!

Favorite book of all time is…..A Wrinkle in Time.

I’m thoroughly enjoying Dog Bone Soup. It gets a little complicated finding time to listen to so many things at the same time and also read and write. Good the weather is so bad. No temptation to go anywhere else!!

Thank you, Jen. Have an amazing day! <3

I know what you mean about the weather, Marilyn. Perfect time for me to catch up on some reading. Stay warm! <3

Hi, Mandy. One of my faves too. When I was teaching I used it for a TEACHER READ-ALOUD with my fourth graders and they loved it too. Cheer to all of our happy hours of reading. So glad you stopped by for a visit! :)

Thanks for the reblog :-) There’s a bit of a story in a story, a link to yet a third blog and another review by a different blogger. Networking at its finest!! It’s a great book Bette. I find it hard to describe how good it is and words rarely fail me!

Ever thanks for making a gray day shine! :)

Does that mean your driveway doesn’t need to be plowed? Because mine does.

The snow blower’s been working overtime! YIKES, all this beauty doesn’t come without a price. :)

We are SO buried. And our driveway is a bunny slope covered in ice. How many ways can you say “trapped?”

Oh, Marilyn… Hope you can get out soon. Our snowbanks are as tall as we are and getting out of the driveway is frightening, but at least we can get out. WARM HUGS!

Garry does most of the going right now. It’s very cold and asthma is not amenable to icy weather and my body doesn’t bounce. But it’s not going to be very long until spring. Winter has been horrendous … but brief. Started late and hopefully, will end soon.

Take good care of you… It’s been so cold, I’ve been trying to walk 20+ minutes around the house non-stop each day for the past week. I was really feeling weak and got worried. Thinking lots of SPRINGY thoughts and sending them along your way! <3

Beautiful! Snow just makes the world gorgeous.

Tired of it as some of us may get of winter weather, a newly fallen carpet of delight never ceases to capture me in its magic! <3

I believe I would have noticed, at least the thunder :-D

So often, I’m so preoccupied that I tune Him out. How wonderful it is when I step out in the quiet and take time to tune in. <3

We all suffer from overly busy brains. It is, I think, part of being a writer. There are always words zipping around. It distracts me in all kinds of ways, not just from noticing nature, but from hearing what people are saying, seeing what’s going on right in front of me. And from sleeping.

Nice to know I’m not alone, Marilyn! :)

Very touching and beautiful.

Bette, I really like this.I have little experience with Haiku..How should I go about starting? I’d like to tackle something new this year..Thank you!

And a beautiful picture, too. How much snow did you get? We got almost three feet. A lot!!

A lot of black and white going on out there, but we were fortunate in getting less than a foot last time.

Hi, Mother Hen. Thanks so much for stopping by for a visit. I love Haiku and usually carry a small pad and pen with me when out for a walk. Nature inspires me. Haiku is a 5-7-5 syllables/in 3 lines. Often about nature, but doesn’t have to be. Generally, the last line is a surprise. Have fun with it and keep me posted on what you come up with! :) Bette

The pic was taken the day after. And the award goes to… you! We only got about 18 inches in The Great Blizzard. But, it’s been snowing all here all day again. OH, SPRING, come quickly!

We ended up with about a foot and a half, with sunny blue skies the following day. It shows in the original pic, but I filtered this one for black & white effect. Been snowing all day again here in Central Maine. Temps around 20, so the white stuff is heavy this time. Ugh! Stay safe and warm, Barbara. Thanks for stopping by. :)

Thank you Bette!

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It has been a few years since I snowshoed, but it brings being outside during an Alberta winter to life. It does make for a perfect day.

Beautiful. The perfect Haiku for this snowy week.

Thank you, Ivon. Those perfect days are to be treasured. We don’t get them often enough. Have a great day! :)

It’s just amazing what a day of sunshine does to perk us up. May your sunny ones be many, Michelle! <3

So happy for Pam!!!!!! Looking forward to reading this fiery collection! :)

Thank you, Bette for reblogging my MCCBD review!

My pleasure to share your support of such a worthy project, Barbara!

Hello Bette!

How lovely of you to share my post on your blog :) You have absolutely made my morning.

Stay Groovy now my scribblin’ friend.

Hugs,
Fia

I agree with Mark Twain, “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow-mindedness.”

Let’s get the world moving, Michelle. Happy traveling! :)

Hi, my scribblin’ friend. I was delighted not only to find your wonderful post, but to share it. It reminded me of my own traveling. Sometimes to chat with a neighbor or visit friends and relatives or spend a day with my students. Other times to foreign lands (limited to Canada and Mexico for me), or treks cross-county for business or pleasure. Meeting new people and discovering how similar we are, despite our cultural differences. Then, of course, there are the books, where my adventures have been eye-opening. Last, but not least, the web where I now travel on a regular basis and have the pleasure and privilege of discovering people, places and ideas that continue to enrich my life. Twain not only traveled, he took us along for an eye-opening ride. Thanks for sharing. Have a groovy time on your travels, my friend! <3

Good Morning Bette! (Once again, it’s morning here in Crete) Growing up, reading was my favourite way to travel. I visited faraway magical lands, got lost in adventure on the high seas, and trekked through mythical forests. Now I do the same on the internet. And I meet fantastic people. People like you, Bette, who make my day brighter and warmer even in the middle of winter. Thank you for being you, Bette!

HUGS – Fia

No wonder we still consider him brilliant . . . he was! Thanks for the evidence, and the reminder. Great stuff.

Very cool. I did not know this.

DITTO! Shakespeare made me fall in love again with language as a teen. <3

was NOT

He was a “classic” when he wrote them. He was very leading edge. It’s easy to forget that.

He did so much to shape modern English.

I am always curious about the origin of words and phrases. I didn’t realize any of these came from Shakespeare. Thanks for posting.

Nice to relive some great memories. I hope you are getting a ton of response on your book. You deserve it!!

Perfect timing! <3

Wednesday is good, usually. And this one may outlast it’s opening day. People come back to reviews and stuff about books. They don’t get the initial big bang of other posts, but they last longer.

Beautiful images, beautiful memories.

It makes me smile just remembering :-)

Me too! :)

Hi Bette, I have awarded you the Very Inspiring Blogger Award on my blog. Please go to this link to accept. https://jemsbooks.wordpress.com/2015/01/20/very-inspiring-blogger-award-for-jemsbooks-new-awardees-here/ Congrats!

Thanks so much, Janice. <3 I'll accept it when the tour is over. Things are crazy, good, but crazy now. I consider your award a great honor and thank you, my friend! <3

Loved this book!

I’m halfway through and loving it!

Thanks so much for the read, Barbara. You’ve made my day! <3

Can’t wait to hear from you… Right now, I’m floating on cloud nine. THANKS for lending DBS your expert’s eye and keeping me posted, Marilyn, my FF. Feeling blessed! Your continued support and encouragement, and especially your friendship mean a great deal. So glad that we connected on the digital highway and look forward to another connect on Route 201 this year. HAVE A GREAT WEEK! <3

Thanks my friend. We are having issues with our router. I’ve got a new one on the way, but connecting is kind of spotty at the moment. Just so you know!! Right now, there are a lot of sudden disconnects and email that doesn’t really send. A new router should fix it (hope hope). LOVING your book!!

We have lots of those little cuties around here and I adore watching them hop around.

Have lots of these around my house as long as I keep that bird feeder filled!

When the girls were little we used to walk down our road with sunflower seeds in our hands. They were so darling and trusting. Love them!

When I was teaching, I would call my student “My Little Chickadees”! :)

Congratulations Bette <3 I wish you the greatest success in this and EVERYTHING you do.

Congratulations!!! So excited for you :)

No more waiting! It’s HERE! Yay!

Reblogged this on Scribbles on the Wall and commented:
Fellow author Bette A. Stevens has an exciting new novel hot out of the press! Check out the opening excerpt from chapter one and see for yourself!

Already read the first chapter…looking forward to the rest.

Reblogged this on Gifts To Go and commented:
Chapter One has captured my interest!

Thanks so much for the reblog, the read and your thoughtful comment. It’s started my day off right! Blessings, Bette

Thanks so much, Gifts to Go! Your thoughtfulness made my day. :)

Hi, Barbara. Thanks so much for your support and encouragement, my friend. Happy reading and writing! <3

Thank you, my awesome friend and author! <3

Reblogged this on Jo Robinson and commented:
Bette A. Stevens is an incredible author looking for tour hosts for the launch of her new book – Dog Bone Soup. I’ve read and reviewed its prequel – Pure Trash, and I absolutely loved it, so this is a book that I’m really looking forward to.

Bette. I’m trying to get an email to you but microsoft outlook does not recognize that address. Can you send me email to [email protected]? I will respond.

P.S. I absolutely loved Pure Trash too! :)

Bette, I’m having the same probs with the email address. I’d love to support you. Please mail me at [email protected].
Very best of luck with your book! :)

I’d be happy to help you out. Just send me an email. [email protected]

Thanks so much, my Awesome Author Friend! <3

I’ve sent you an e-mail. Good luck!

Thanks so much, Olga! I’m a bit nervous, my first novel. Wonderful how many of my Blogosphere Friends are lending a hand. Will be looking for you. :)

Hi, Sage. Thanks for lending a hand. Have a great day! :) Bette

Thanks so much, Sage. Have a great weekend! <3

You know how to make a Scriblin’ Girl’s day, Harmony. Many thanks! <3

Gotcha! :)

Thanks so much, SK. Will get right on it. My internet provider is switching email providers, so things are a bit crazy here. Will pop over to see if it’s working yet. They say it will take several days to straighten things out. Again, thank you my friend! :)

Thanks so much, my friend! :)

You’re welcome.

Love this!

Me too, Andy. Thanks for stopping by for a visit. Have a wonderful day! :)

You too Bette! :-)

Bette, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your friend. Hugs.

Thank you, Michelle. Kathryn will be long missed, but not forgotten as her book, her fans and her friends share her message. Blessings to you and yours. <3 Bette

Thanks for reblogging this, Bette. We all miss Kathryn, and it is heartening to see so many tributes for her today.

My privilege and pleasure, Harmony. Sure miss her. Kathryn has set the bar for all of us… I can picture her lovely face smiling down on us now, and she’s pain-free. Met Kathryn on LinkedIn, but she didn’t stop there. We connected on all our social media sites. She invited me to join Rave Reviews Book Club more than once before I finally made the time… Reminding me of how important persistence is when you have something great to share with a friend. Our dear Kathryn was always ready to lend a hand with her support and encouragement. Kathryn Chastain-Treat has left a legacy. <3 Bette

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!

Happy New Year Bette!

Enjoying your posts Bette. All the best for the New Year, to you and yours, and to all of your followers!

Thank you Bette and the same to you. Love and Kisses. Kharis Macey

Here’s to a great year — at home and as an author! May this be your breakthrough year and the beginning of the best of times.

Happy New Year Bette. I am so thankful to have met you in this crazy blogoshpere. Love and Hugs.

Happy New Year!

Happy 2015 for you and all your readers :)

I pray you have a splendid year coming up, Bette, and may your books garner more and more readers. Hugs and blessings, N :) <3

Thank you my dear friend. Bountiful blessings to you and yours! <3

May 2015 truly be a Happy New Year for you Bette.

Thank you, Ernesto. Abundant blessings to you and yours! :)