Author: J.M. Northup

J.M. Northup is an author, editor, and founding partner of Norns Triad Publications.

Writers 2 Remember: Frederick Douglass

by J.M. Northup, posted in Articles, Essays, & Periodicals, Biographies & Memoirs, FEATURE, History, Non-Fiction & Educational

One of the foremost intellects of the 19th century Photo Source Frederick Douglass was born into slavery to a mix-raced mother of Native American and Black heritage. Rumors claimed his white master was his father, but that remains unknown. Raised in beastly conditions, this incredible human being was cruelly segregated from his mother at an … Continue reading Writers 2 Remember: Frederick Douglass

SEPTEMBER: National Library Card Sign-Up Month

by J.M. Northup, posted in Holidays & Observances, Literacy, Young Readers

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-library-card-sign-up-month-september/ https://www.ala.org/conferencesevents/celebrationweeks/card "September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide join together to remind parents, caregivers and students that signing up for a library card is the first step toward academic achievement and lifelong learning." - WVLS Jamie Matczak - Aug 19, 2019 Each year, there … Continue reading SEPTEMBER: National Library Card Sign-Up Month

Meet Jesse

by J.M. Northup, posted in Character Interview, FEATURE, Literary Fiction, Mystery, Thrillers, & Suspense, Native American Literature, New Adult, Romance, Teen, Young Adult, & College, Women Writers

MEET MY CHARACTER Tell us about your story: What is the name of your book? LURE: JESSE & HAWK What genre is it? ROMANTIC SUSPENSE, GRITTY SMALL-TOWN ROMANCE When and where is your tale set? LURE RIVER IS A SMALL FICTIONAL TOWN THAT BORDERS A CHIPPEWA RESERVATION IN MINNESOTA. “LURE RIVER WAS ITS OFFICIAL NAME … Continue reading Meet Jesse

#BooksForTheHoliday – National Read a Book Day!

by J.M. Northup, posted in FEATURE, Holidays & Observances, Non-Fiction & Educational

Though we celebrate National Book Lovers Day on August 9th, we observe National Read A Book Day on September 6th each year.  It is meant to not only encourage a love and enjoyment of literature, but also to bring awareness to the health benefits of reading. Learn more ABOUT THE HEALTH BENEFITSand find great BOOK SUGGESTIONS: READ A BOOK … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Read a Book Day!

Today is National Read a Book Day!

by J.M. Northup, posted in Holidays & Observances, Literacy

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-read-a-book-day-september-6 Reading is vital for the health of your brain and its proper functions. It is proven that reading not only improves memory but helps to prevent degenerative disease such as dementia. The simple act of reading a book can reduce your stress and increase your intellect while bringing you great joy as well as … Continue reading Today is National Read a Book Day!