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About robinofrockridge

I write books for kids.

Correct Me If I’m Wrong

Posted on January 13, 2014 by robinofrockridge

CORRECT ME IF I’M WRONG by author ARLENE MILLER offers the reader a second look at learning and understanding (American) English grammar. Miller is the undisputed queen of teaching grammar through the simplest methods. The book is not burdened with excessive examples or … Continue reading →

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Who Loves Animal Stories?

Posted on January 11, 2014 by robinofrockridge

I do! Here’s a story about a veterinarian in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado: Characters and critters are corralled to create a new start for veterinarian Clay Williams in THE HIGH COUNTRY, by author RICHARD PERCE, DVM. After a stint … Continue reading →

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Going to Solace

Posted on January 8, 2014 by robinofrockridge

GOING TO SOLACE by Amanda McTigue is the best book I read in the fall of 2012. (It’s not unsual for me to read 3 or 4 books a week.) Author McTigue captures the heart wrenching spirit of the patients’ … Continue reading →

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Cooking Disaster with Penelope

Posted on January 6, 2014 by robinofrockridge

Penelope’s Secret Cooking Club  —  Is there a secret to keep? by Robin Hutchinson IS THERE A SECRET TO KEEP? bubbles over with fun when PENELOPE’S SECRET COOKING CLUB takes over her mom’s spotless kitchen one afternoon. The surprises Penelope … Continue reading →

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Southwestern Beauty

Posted on January 5, 2014 by robinofrockridge

As beautiful as the Huachuca mountains, the story of Jo as she recalls her life in the southwest, reverberates with history.  In Huachuca Woman Author Arletta Dawdy weaves words into a beautiful tapestry of southwestern visions and feelings while the reader follows … Continue reading →

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Empty Adjectives and Actionless Verbs

Posted on January 3, 2014 by robinofrockridge

Originally posted on Garden Plots . . .:
“Show, don’t tell.” That’s the admonition from the experts whether you’re writing songs, novels, short stories, or memoir. For example, adjectives are descriptors, but some are “empty” and don’t provide information that shows us anything…

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Travel Mystery for Kids

Posted on January 2, 2014 by robinofrockridge

Author J.L. Jusaitis writes a travel mystery series for middle grades students. I’m sure your kids and students will be intrigued with this story set in modern Austria. Her next novel in the series is set in France. .http://www.amazon.com/Journey-Anderswelt-JL-Jusaitis-ebook/dp/B0098TH2G4/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1388699779&sr=1-1&keywords=Journey+to+Anderswelt Journey to … Continue reading →

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Read Aloud with Us Today!

Posted on December 28, 2013 by robinofrockridge

Redwood Writers Open Mic Readings at  SoCo Coffee on Sat. December 28, 2 to 4 p.m.   Featured readers: Jabez Churchill and Linda Jay Geldens    Join us for camaraderie and coffee or tea. Light salads, sandwiches and snacks are … Continue reading →

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Jealousy Takes A Bite

Posted on December 16, 2013 by robinofrockridge

            Jealousy is an ugly emotion no matter what type of critter is expressing it. We all know the human clichés depicting jealousy’s vengeful stares, back stabbing, and plotted revenge to right a perceived hurt. But is the supposed cause … Continue reading →

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Repurposing Evergreen Content

Posted on December 14, 2013 by robinofrockridge
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