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Halloween is a season of costumes and imagination, but it can also invite us to notice the invisible masks we wear in everyday life. This Monday Moment reflects on the roles that protect us, the ones we have outgrown, and the courage it takes to show up as our truest selves. A warm, reflective Halloween message about identity, courage, personal growth, and recognizing when it is time to set aside the masks we use to navigate life. Have a fun and Safe Halloween everyone and sh

This blog is for Fossils Day. If you love fossils and learning about dinosaurs then this day is perfect for you. Here is an excerpt from Fossils A Dorchester Sisters Novel. We at #TeamMGL hope you love the book and have a great day.

This blog celebrates National Day on Writing on October 20 by exploring M. G. Lorraine’s seven published books and the announced Dorchester Sisters work in progress, Sequins. It introduces the Dorchester Sisters mysteries and Dexter & Dixie Grandparent Adventure series, connects reading with family storytelling, and encourages readers to begin their own stories through accessible writing prompts and the #WhyIWrite celebration. Every story starts somewhere so find a place to w

In Monday Moments #37, M. G. shares big news: Sequins, the third and final book in the Dorchester Sisters trilogy, is finished. She also looks ahead to what’s next, including the first two books in a new tween series for readers ages 12 to 14, written with her teenage girl co-authors, followed by five more kids’ books and the Dorchester Family Legacy series. The post ends with a fun peek out the windows of #TeamMGL, whose five members saw five very different kinds of weather

Monday Moments with M. G. explores the connections among history, place, storytelling, and the writer’s craft. Through reflections on public memory and excerpts from M. G.’s fiction, each post invites readers to consider how perspective shapes the stories we inherit, tell, and choose to revisit. We hope you have enjoyed the Antiquities A Dorchester Sisters Novel excerpt and the blog overall. Have a great Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples' Day! From M. G.

History is never told from nowhere. The meaning of Columbus Day changes with the place from which the story is told from Caribbean homelands and Indigenous histories to Italian American communities seeking belonging. Like writing a book, the frame determines what readers notice, whose voices guide the narrative, and which consequences come into view. This blog explores how place, community memory, and point of view shape the way Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day are un

This blog celebrates Universal Children’s Week by highlighting children’s rights, the importance of listening to young voices, and the everyday actions adults can take to help children thrive. It also encourages children to explore storytelling and creative writing, with the Dexter & Dixie kids series serving as a springboard for imagination, confidence, and self-expression. We hope all our children grow up to do amazing things no matter what and we hope they get ideas from t

This weeks Monday Moments with M. G. is also part of National Storytelling. This blog celebrates National Storyteller Weekend by exploring how M. G. Lorraine brings storytelling to life through the Dorchester Sisters series, Dexter & Dixie adventures, tween mysteries, co-authored children’s books, school visits, and family reading experiences. It highlights the power of stories to spark imagination, strengthen connections, build confidence, and inspire readers and young write

This blog traces the history of the National Storytelling Festival, from its humble beginnings in Jonesborough, Tennessee, in 1973 to its growth into a nationally recognized celebration of oral storytelling. It explains how the festival helped renew interest in live storytelling, expanded into a lasting cultural institution and continues to bring people together through the power of spoken stories. Team MGL hopes that you enjoy this weekend and tell stories of your own and ma

This blog uses International Coffee Day as a warm, accessible entry point into the craft of character building. It explores how coffee habits, personal rituals, favorite brands, and everyday preferences can reveal personality, deepen backstory, and help readers connect with fictional characters across genres. The easiest way to fully round out a character is by creating a character sheet. You don't only make half your coffee or skip a step while making it so why only make a h

Monday Moments with M. G. is a weekly behind-the-scenes look at the books, creative projects, and community surrounding M. G. L. Readers can follow new releases, works in progress, children’s and tween stories, events, resources, store updates, and the upcoming podcast while sharing ideas and celebrating each step of the publishing journey. We have been having so much fun to try and bring you joy. We hope you have been enjoying yourselves and continue with us on this crazy jo

For National Great American Pot Pie Day, M. G. Lorraine compares writing a book to baking a pot pie, showing how stories are built with structure, patience, revision, and heart. M. G. loves to write and share her works with everyone but sometimes you have to step back and look at how similar and different writing a book is to cooking or baking. In some ways you have a clear path to follow and sometimes you end up improvising your masterpiece. I hope you enjoyed this blog and

Monday Moments with M. G. is a behind-the-scenes look at the stories, books, creative projects, and community growing around M. G. L. Each installment shares publishing news, new releases, works in progress, reader resources, event opportunities, and milestones from the writing journey. Whether you are a reader, parent, educator, librarian, homeschool family, or fellow book lover, this blog is a place to stay connected and celebrate each new chapter with us. Be safe and have

This Monday Moments post shares the latest news from M. G. L. and gives readers a quick look at several exciting updates happening at once. It highlights the launch of the kids’ website, the opening of the Shopify store, the near completion of Sequins: A Dorchester Sisters Novel, current book availability, and the creative projects coming next. The post is written for readers, families, educators, librarians, and supporters who want to stay connected with the books, upcoming

National Grandparents Day is a special time to celebrate the love, stories, traditions, and memories shared between grandparents and grandchildren. From school visits to cozy reading time with Dexter & Dixie, there are many meaningful ways to honor the special older adults in a child’s life. Make sure you are creating wonderful memories for both the grandparents and the grandkids this year. Have fun and enjoy a great day full of love, laughter, and stories! Make sure to check

This blog post reflects on the enduring significance of September 11 as a day of remembrance, service, and shared responsibility. It honors the lives lost in New York City, at the Pentagon, and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, while also recognizing the bravery of first responders, the courage of passengers and crew members, and the lasting impact on survivors, families, service members, and recovery workers. So take a moment of silence for the fallen and the heroes along with

Celebrate Yard Art Day this Labor Day by turning your yard into a creative outdoor expression of personality, imagination, and joy. Whether you decorate with garden art, handmade signs, colorful displays, sculptures, wind chimes, or simple DIY yard decor, this day is all about letting your outdoor space tell a story. Explore easy, inspiring ideas for bringing beauty, playfulness, and a little neighborhood wonder right to your front yard. Tell us or show us how you decorate yo

Catch up on Monday Moments with M. G. for updates on M. G. Lorraine books, Fiction Fest in Florida, kids’ chapter books, Dorchester Sisters novels, upcoming projects, and ways readers can support the growing #TeamMGL community. M. G. loves to write books and loves sharing them with all you. Everyone on the team loves reading your reviews and making book events happen so you can get signed copies of the books. As always we love your feedback and your support. We hope you love

In this Monday Moments with M. G. update, M. G. Lorraine shares the latest publishing news, including kids’ books becoming available on Lulu and Amazon, Antiquities: A Dorchester Sisters Novel beginning to go live on Amazon, progress on Sequins, upcoming tween mystery projects, and future community events for readers, families, educators, librarians, and bookstores. Come see us in person at Fiction Fest next month. As always have fun, stay safe, and enjoy a great book by M. G