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Tessa’s first Kentucky Derby
I don’t know if Tessa was trying to herd the horses or make them stop, but she sure got a kick out of watching the Kentucky Derby on TV. Though she did lose a bit of interest as long shot Rich Strike made a swift move on the rail to overtake the leaders. The handsome colt won, paid $163.60 to win on a $2 bet! The major upset represented the first Derby attempt — and victory! — for the owner, trainer and jockey.
You can watch Tessa’s reaction in a Facebook video I posted here.
Is Being Negative Truly “Helpful”?
Robert Frost said there was something in nature that does not like a wall. I’m here to tell you there’s something in Amazon review readers that loves a negative review. There must be, because negative reviews attract “helpful” votes five, ten, even fifteen times more...
15 Things You Can do to Help Authors
15* things you can do to help authors you love who aren’t household names that won’t cost you a penny: 1. When you’re going to buy something on Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, Kobo, go to your selected author’s website. Click on one of their books to take you to the...
CROSS TALK: Sneak Peek ~ Chapters 7-8
CROSS TALK: Sneak Peek Chapters 7-8 Caught Dead in Wyoming, Book 11 DAY ONE — MONDAY CHAPTER SEVEN The Ten was done. At least as good as the Five, maybe better for having been tightened and polished. The viewers wouldn’t know what hit them, since it was...
CROSS TALK: Sneak Peek ~ Chapters 4-6
CROSS TALK: Sneak Peek Chapters 4-6 Caught Dead in Wyoming, Book 11 DAY ONE — MONDAY CHAPTER FOUR Back in my SUV, I traded the release for my phone. First, I read a message from Mike saying Jennifer had told him what was happening. Anything I can do? I...
CROSS TALK: Sneak Peek ~ Chapters 1-3
CROSS TALK: Sneak Peek Chapters 1-3 Caught Dead in Wyoming, Book 11 DAY ONE — MONDAY CHAPTER ONE If you’ve seen movies where a soldier carrying his flag in battle is shot and one of his brethren picks up the staff and carries it forward, you get the...
Straight from the heart: Fur babies
If you’ve ever followed me on social media or been part of Patricia’s ReadHeads, you know about my rescue collie Kalli. I was heartbroken when she died at the end of September 2021 at 14½ years old. After coming through three tough leg surgeries for a broken carpus...
Consumer Tip No. 63: A Call to Answer
In honor of my Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series, my assistant Kay Coyte is writing for my newsletter and blog a series of consumer tips inspired by TV reporter Elizabeth Danniher. *** In April, I urged a healthy skepticism of unsolicited emails and texts that...
Consumer Tip No. 62: The Survey Says … Stop!
In honor of my Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series, my assistant Kay Coyte is writing for my newsletter and blog a series of consumer tips inspired by TV reporter Elizabeth Danniher. *** On March 7, I received an email with the subject line: Moderna-Vaccine...
Consumer Tip No. 61: Opportunity and Meanness
In honor of my Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series, my assistant Kay Coyte is writing for my newsletter and blog a series of consumer tips inspired by TV reporter Elizabeth Danniher. *** It will come as no surprise to Consumer Tip readers that soulless con artists...
Consumer Tip No. 60: Little Victories
In honor of my Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series, my assistant Kay Coyte is writing for my newsletter and blog a series of consumer tips inspired by TV reporter Elizabeth Danniher. *** The Year of the Coronavirus has been a tough one, with little to cheer. So for...
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Guest Appearances by Patricia
I've appeared on other book talk podcasts and videos, most recently I appeared on the Kobo Writing Life Podcast to discuss the craft of writing and how to create a sustainable career as a writer. You can view these podcasts on my YouTube Podcasts on Writing channel.
Creating a Sustainable Writing Career
Boone County Public Library’s Innovators & Creators podcast featuring innovators and creators in our community.
It's a Mystery podcast, with Alexandra Amor
Patricia McLinn appearance on The Joys Of Binge Reading – Mad About Wyoming
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