Month in Review - February 2021

 

Wow...hard to believe that February has already come and gone! St. Patrick's Day and Daylight Saving Time are just around the corner. But before any of that happens, let's recap last month. So now, without further ado, here's the list of the most popular blog posts for February 2021, chosen by you, the readers:

1. Drool-Worthy Valentine's Day Cookies for Dogs

With Valentine's Day just around the corner I thought this the perfect time to share this yummy dog treat recipe with you. Show your furry companions that you love them, with homemade Valentine's Day Cookies. They are made with all the things dogs love...

2. First Drafts Don't Have to be Perfect...

 ...They just have to be written  -Anonymous

I try hard to follow that motto. I cannot even begin to tell you how good it felt to be able to write the words 'The End' on the last page of my upcoming novel LOVE, POWER, AND THE EMPEROR WALTZ - A Country Girl Empress Novel  (Book six of The Country Girl Empress series)...

3. Book Publishing: How to Review Your Proof Copy in Just Three Steps

When publishing a book, the moment of truth is simply inevitable. After all, it is the moment that you have anxiously awaited and probably even dreamed about. The printed proof copy of your book has finally arrived on your doorstep! That just happened to me…my newest historical fiction novel LOVE, POWER, AND THE EMPEROR WALTZ - Book 6 of the Country Girl Empress series showed up on my door step a few days ago. I'm just giddy with excitement.

4. 9 Essential Winter Care Tips for Your Dog(s)

 

With the new year, arctic outdoor temperatures seem to creeping up on us. Do you bundle your pup up for below freezing temperatures, sleet, and snow? If you do, then good move! You’re already taking steps to ensure your furry companion stays comfortable and healthy during the cold winter months. However, there are plenty other problems that cold weather brings. Here's a short list of ways you can do even more to make your dog(s) comfortable during cold weather...

5. When You Feel Like Giving up on Writing

There have been plenty of occasions I have felt like giving up and quit writing. In fact, only the last couple of weeks were excruciatingly busy. Things became especially bad after I announced my two upcoming historical fiction novels, part five and six of THE COUNTRY GIRL EMPRESS series. I couldn’t help but wonder if the insanity was worth it!? Like many others, our family has a LOT going on, particularly during this time of the year...

by A. Piper Burgi

Piper is the author of several non-fiction books, and recently added five historical fiction novels to her ever-expanding collection of published writings, In the Shadow of Her Majesty, The Country Girl Empress, A Life in the Shadow of the Crown, The Perpetual Traveler, and Excerpts from the Imperial Diary. When she isn't busy typing on her computer, she can be found chasing after her furry children or holding on tightly to a good cup of coffee. Follow her on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Goodreads.

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