If you’re an author, do you give book talks? I know, they are full of wildcards and unexpected questions. A bit unnerving. So far I’m finding that most people showing up for my book events are friendly (knock on wood) and interested—except for that one woman who accused me of not believing in … [Read more…]
Happy 2nd anniversary. Wow, is it almost March 26, 2017? Two years ago on that date (my birthday, but don’t ask the lady her age) this website went “live!” Many thanks go to my web designer, Mary Ann de Stefano, to all my supportive friends, and to YOU—subscribers to this blog. Special thanks … [Read more…]
“We choose love by sharing our stories,” says Rev. Katrina Jenkins, Dean of Religious Life at Rollins College and host of this book event. On March 23, 2017, Charlene will share her story at Rollins in the Olin Library, 3rd floor, Library Meeting Room, at 6:30 PM. This event is designed for Rollins students, staff, … [Read more…]
We’re sailing out of the harbor … if you live in my area, join us for a FREE event on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM in the meeting room of Cocina 214 (a restaurant) in Winter Park for my first public reading from a portion of Undertow, which … [Read more…]
The best writing advice I ever received was from running track. When I was in tenth grade, I joined my high school’s track team. It was the first women’s track team at James M. Bennett Sr. High, and we were excited. We were proud to be the first. We were giddy, standing … [Read more…]