Category: FEATURE

National Dictionary Day – Celebrate The Written Word!

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

 I LOVE WORDS! https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-dictionary-day-october-16/ Communication and language are vital.  Language is considered to have four main aspects to it - reading, writing, listening, and speaking.  Literacy is meant to improve conditions for not only the individual and their community, but for society as a whole.  Isn't this all the more reason we should celebrate great literature and the … Continue reading National Dictionary Day – Celebrate The Written Word!

It’s World Mental Health Day!

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

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/world-mental-health-day-october-10/ Mental Health has been looked at in many ways over the centuries. From ancient beliefs of demon possession to modern understanding of the medical and physiological issues behind it, this is a topic that needs further research, education, and awareness. World Mental Health Day was first recognized in October 1992, but with the current … Continue reading It’s World Mental Health Day!

MENA LEROUX – Character Interview

by J.M. Northup, posted in Character Interview, FEATURE, Horror & Occult, Teen, Young Adult, & College, Women Writers, Young Adult

MEET MY CHARACTER 1.   Tell us about your story: o   What is the name of your book? ·   LeRoux Manor o   When and where is your tale set? ·   In a fictional town in the United Kingdom, both in present day and in the past. 2.   Who are you? o   What is your name? ·   … Continue reading MENA LEROUX – Character Interview