My New FourthWall Store

I’ve been working on a new store where I can offer both merchandise AND digital books. I have always wanted to be able to offer digital items on my own website, but trying to keep up with that kind of business is hard and frankly makes my head hurt....

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Oct 05, 2025
Unpopular Opinion:  Adapt Or Die

Did you know AI has been a “thing” since the 1950’s and 1960′? How about in the 1930’s with Alan Turing’s work? So, maybe the problem lies with generative AI? All except there was this thing called ELIZA in the 1960’s that was the basis for chatbots...

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Oct 04, 2025
Announcing My First Children’s Book Release!

I know, it’s been a hot minute since anyone has heard from me! However, I’d like to let you all know that my first children’s book is LIVE. Right now it’s only available in paperback and on Amazon. I am working on looking for a good place to get a ha...

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May 31, 2025
{{contact.first_name}}: 2025: There Be Dragons!!

The Women Weapons Magic DigestHi friend!  I know it’s been a hot minute since I sent out a newsletter, but that’s what happens when life takes over!  I finished 2024 strong and then took a break because well I live in the US.  Honestly...

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May 31, 2025
2024:  Already Slicing Me Open

I know I’ve been quiet a bit on the blog front. It’s mostly because I was out and about creating my Book Baubles Swappable Bling 2.0 TM line of creative bookmarks. Then I had been working on the prototype for the Book Baubles Swappable Bling Literary...

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Jan 06, 2024
{{contact.first_name}}: A New Creative Endeavor!

The Women Weapons Magic DigestGreetings & Salutations Friends!As we embark on the official days of autumn, despite the continued humidity where I live, I hope you find that you have had an enjoyable summer. I know mine was rather uneventful, and...

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Sep 24, 2023
AI: The Djinn Is Out Of The Bottle

AI. It’s a thing that has been out there for longer than you think. Have you ever talked to Siri or Google? Have you ever relied on a spelling or grammar checker like ProWritingAid? A good deal of us use these things without a second thought. But, wh...

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Aug 24, 2023
{{contact.first_name}}: Imaginarium Wrap Up!

News & Updates from USA Today Bestselling Author & Creative Deconstructionist Shannon McRobertsThe Women Weapons Magic DigestHowdy !Well, I did it. I drove myself to Louisville twice to participate in the Imaginarium convention. If you have e...

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Jul 21, 2023
Imaginarium 2023 Wrap Up

Well, I did it. I drove myself to Louisville twice to participate in the Imaginarium convention. If you have ever met me out in the wild, you may not know I have crushing social anxiety and I hate traveling. It took me 10 years to get up the nerve to...

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Jul 20, 2023
Serial Reading:  Tapping A New Audience

I had an amazing time at the Imaginarium in Louisville this weekend. I kind of wish I could have stayed overnight, but alas, life LOL. Also, I am WORE out. I will post something about that later. At any rate, I promised my audience a clickable versio...

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Jul 16, 2023
A Chat On The Star Chamber Show

If you know me, you know I’m not real big on self-promotion. I also shy away from public speaking and spotlights. I’ve done like two other radio interviews in my life and I always felt like I sounded like a goober. However, this was a fun experience,...

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Jun 22, 2023
How I Turned My iPad Air Into A Laptop

Back in 2018, I decided to purchase an “entry level” iPad.  I wanted something I could take with me to my day job that would allow me to write during my lunch break.  I won’t bore you with a rehash.  You can read all about that discussion in this art...

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May 21, 2023
Water:  Not Bad When Ice Cold

As I’ve gotten older, I’ve learned to like water.  I haven’t completely replaced my soda with water, but I find I am more apt to drink water when it is ice cold.  Now, I’m not talking about tepid restaurant style ice water.  No, no.  I’m talking abou...

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May 18, 2023