Uncategorized | Inklings http://www.margothovley.com The writing and adventures of Margot Hovley Mon, 22 Jul 2024 18:52:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 http://www.margothovley.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cropped-OldSchoolMarmBig-1024x698-32x32.jpg Uncategorized | Inklings http://www.margothovley.com 32 32 Cover reveal! http://www.margothovley.com/2024/07/22/cover-reveal-2/ http://www.margothovley.com/2024/07/22/cover-reveal-2/#respond Mon, 22 Jul 2024 18:52:01 +0000 https://www.margothovley.com/?p=5534 Here it is! **Swoon**

Rosalie did such a beautiful job. I cried when I saw it.

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I’m the luckiest girl because my genius daughter, Rosalie Ledezma, created the cover. You are going to love it!

]]> http://www.margothovley.com/2024/07/20/a-new-book-at-last/feed/ 0 Editing your lovely words http://www.margothovley.com/2022/08/08/editing-your-lovely-words/ http://www.margothovley.com/2022/08/08/editing-your-lovely-words/#respond Mon, 08 Aug 2022 15:08:27 +0000 https://www.margothovley.com/?p=5524 I’m happy to announce that I’m hanging up my editing shingle. This isn’t a new pursuit–I’ve been doing it for years, but I haven’t been very noisy about it.

I’ve had a lot of experience editing both fiction and nonfiction, including several years as a department editor at the Liahona magazine. I offer developmental, copy, and proof editing. If you’re writing a fantasy novel or an article about finding a mental health counselor–and nearly everything in between–I’m here to help you make your words shine.

Please see the “Editing” tab in the menu bar for more information and pricing. I’m pleased to offer you a complimentary page of editing for both of us to see if we are a good fit.

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Druids and kissing but not at the same time 🙂
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Here’s a link to info and registration.

https://robisonwells.wixsite.com/hiddensprings

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Normal day, let me be aware of the treasure you are. Let me learn from you, love you, bless you before you depart. Let me not pass you by in quest of some rare and perfect tomorrow. –Mary Jean Iron

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Just in time for Christmas, I’m giving away two free copies of one of The End Begins books–your choice. I will draw two names, and each one will have the chance to choose which book they would like.

Book One: Sudden Darkness

“This end of the world story will keep you hooked from the first page. I love books where I really connect and understand the characters, and this book doesn’t disappoint. It’s so cool to see prophecies about the end of times come to life, and made into an eerily realistic storyline. LOVED THIS BOOK!”

 

Book Two: Glimmering Light

“Great read. I fell in love with Amelie and Zack in the first book, and became even more so here.  It is engrossing to think about what could happen in a situation like that, and Margot Hovley does a fantastic job letting me experience it. I was constantly in the middle of the action, trying to think if I could do nearly as well, and it makes the characters feel genuine and strong. Delightful mix of suspense and adventure. Really well developed characters.”

 

 

Entering is easy. Just leave a comment stating which way you follow me: Facebook, Twitter, Email subscription to this blog, or stalking me in dark alleys. Then tell me one thought you have about the end times. Are you scared? About what? Excited? Hopeful? Any thoughts you’d like to share about the times to come.

And…the winner can choose which format they’d prefer, as well–paper or ebook.

That’s it! The giveaway will end on December 10, giving plenty of time for the book to arrive in time for Christmas.

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I’m excited to introduce you to a brand new book written by one of my best friends, Christy Monson. I highly recommend it for nearly every family situation.

 

A retired family therapist, Christy shares stories and concrete examples to guide families through the process of fine tuning communication through family meetings.

She explores the use of family councils as the perfect teaching environment to:

Understand difficult issues

Troubleshoot problems

Find solutions

Build a child’s self esteem

Give children the message that they are valued

Help children know they are loved

Encourage family members to become the best they can be

About the Author: Christy Monson established a successful counseling practice in Las Vegas, Nevada, as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her books, Love, Hugs, and Hope: When Scary Things Happen and Becoming Free: A Woman’s Guide To Internal Strength are published by Familius.

Links to buy Family Talk
Buy on Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Family-Talk-Organize-Strengthen-Relationships/dp/193830179X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1412041743&sr=1-1&keywords=Family+Talk+How+to+organize+family+meetings+to+Solve+Problems
Buy at Familius
http://www.familius.com/family-talk
Buy the book on Christy’s website
http://www.christymonson.com/familytalk.htm

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