Steph's Scribe

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• 10 Things That Baseball Idioms Have Taught Me

  

  My second novel, Baseball Girl, has been prepped and is almost ready to make its appearance on Amazon. The main character, Francesca Milli, learns a few things... Read more

  Posted on 18 February 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Conquering Friggatriskaidekaphobia: The Fear of Friday the 13th

  

  Steph's Scribe/Stephanie Verni:Another Friday the 13th is upon us. Here’s a post I wrote about Friday the 13th and its superstitions. Originally posted on... Read more

  Posted on 13 February 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Romantic Comedies for Valentine’s Day

  

  Steph's Scribe/Stephanie Verni:I might add a couple of new ones to this list, but there is no doubt these are my favorites. Hope you get to relax and watch one... Read more

  Posted on 11 February 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Hollywood Comes to Annapolis in March

  

  Who said neon lights and movie premieres can only take place in Hollywood? Next month, Annapolis will play host to the third annual Annapolis Film Festival (AFF... Read more

  Posted on 06 February 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• On the Fear of Change & Valentine’s Cards

  

  When I put a call out to blog readers about what they wanted to see me write about this week, I received two good directions: blog about change and blog about... Read more

  Posted on 05 February 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Worst Part About Writing

  

  * * *Yes, I’m still at tonight. Working diligently on my collection right now.However, the worst part about writing is that you get attached and stupidly... Read more

  Posted on 31 January 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Preparing to Launch! A Personal Letter to Readers.

  

  Dear Readers,I don’t often go on and on about all the different responsibilities an independent author has to tackle on a daily basis, but none is greater than... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Biggest Mistake Some College Students Make

  

  As a professor, I have to constantly juggle my time, including work, writing, and family responsibilities. This was what I did yesterday: spent a few hours at... Read more

  Posted on 25 January 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• What Writers Owe To Themselves

  

  Writers—Do you do some of your best thinking in the shower? Typically, my best ideas come to me at the most inopportune moments when I do not have paper and... Read more

  Posted on 21 January 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• 5 Accessories to Help Perk Up Your Wardrobe

  

  The months of January, February, and March can seem to drag on sometimes, especially here in the Northeast. To help get yourself out of the winter doldrums,... Read more

  Posted on 19 January 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Come with Me to Touch the Sky

  

  ,You need not travel far and wide.I’m here, with you, wherever you go—Though this you probably already know.No words are needed for you and I,We’ve said our... Read more

  Posted on 16 January 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• My Latest Author Crush

  

  Markus Zusak is attractive, intelligent, in touch with human nature, deeply evocative with his use of language, and has had me thinking about the story he... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Final Trailer for Baseball Girl

  Happy Friday, everyone!Today, I’m posting the trailer for my upcoming novel Baseball Girl, which will be released next month. While it’s certainly a contemporar... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• My Precious 45 RPM Records (are in the Box)

  

  The Box From My ParentsLast night my parents dropped off a box they found while cleaning out their basement. They brought it to me, and I was surprised to see... Read more

  Posted on 09 January 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Baseball Girl “Teaser” Video

  Happy New Year, all!I’m getting all of my marketing materials together as I prepare my novel for publication in early 2015. So, here is the 30-second “teaser”... Read more

  Posted on 02 January 2015 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• 7 Sparkly Things I Love

  

  Christmas is over, but the holiday spirit is still in full swing. New Year’s Eve is days away, and it’s important to add a little sparkle to your life. As this... Read more

  Posted on 27 December 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• When Giving Criticism…

  

  One of the most difficult things to do as a teacher, reviewer, friend, or critic is to provide meaningful and helpful criticism. Read more

  Posted on 18 December 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Nevertheless…

  I was definitely born in the wrong era; this wicked-ass hopeless romantic loves music from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. It’s the reason why I’m such a fan of Mr... Read more

  Posted on 17 December 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• Booted: The True Story of A Disappointing Christmas

  

  It was Christmas Eve many years ago. My family and I were sitting around a lovely dinner table in Annapolis discussing our most disappointing Christmases ever. Read more

  Posted on 11 December 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION

• 10 Great Gift Ideas for Readers

  

  Are you trying to find that perfect gift for that special someone you know who loves to read? I’ve assembled a great list of varying priced gifts to help make... Read more

  Posted on 05 December 2014 BOOKS, ENTERTAINMENT, SELF EXPRESSION