“You Know Nothing, Jon Snow.” Part VII of My Halloween Series
This is the last post in my series of True Life Ghost Stories to celebrate Halloween. Read Parts I and …
Category Archives: books
Seeking Solitude, a Quiet Eddy in a Rushing Stream
In the final post of a two-week celebration for the one-year anniversary of “When Things Go Missing,” author Deborah Brasket reflects on the complexities of family relationships within the novel. She explores the intricate dynamics among characters, particularly their father Walter, as they navigate their struggles with absence and connection amid crisis.
“This Is My Brain”- ADHD & Addiction
In celebration of the one-year anniversary of “When Things Go Missing,” the author offers insights into the main characters, focusing on Cal, who struggles with ADHD and addiction. Through his narrative, Cal reveals the complexities of his compulsive behaviors and the impact of familial relationships, creating a poignant exploration of recovery and self-identity.
“Piecing Together Meaning from Absence & Memory”
As part of my two-week celebration of the one-year anniversary of When Things Go Missing, I wanted to give potential …
Help Me Celebrate the One-Year Anniversary of My Debut Novel, When Things Go Missing!
Dear Friends and Followers, One year ago today, I took a deep breath and hit “Publish” on When Things Go …
The Iconic 60s: Writing Song Lyrics for This Sea Within
I’ve never thought of myself as a songwriter, so this was a new experience. It wasn’t supposed to be this …
My Book Buffet, August 2026
Dear Friends and Followers, Welcome to My Book Buffet, a (sometimes) monthly newsletter featuring updates on my publishing adventure, including my novels When …
“Vast Emptiness, Vastly Full,” A Homecoming
I’ll be dipping into the archives from time to time as I work feverishly on my next novel, now tentatively …
This Sea Within, A Poem & Excerpt From My Novel
I wrote this poem while writing my novel This Sea Within about love and war in Central America. I wrote …
The Weight of Snow and Regret & Bo Hopkins’ Blues
My Review The Weight of Snow and Regret by Elizabeth Gauffreau is a beautifully-written story that throws light on an …
