National Holidays

M. G. Lorraine shares excitement and plans for the new year for #MGSleuther Fans to look forward to in 2026. | "I love to catalog and describe these experiences as I go, so that I can include them in my stories, characters, scenes and more. This way I can share with you a new place, a new experience, a new observation, or a new opportunity in many of the things I write."

Jennifer, Kileah & Sabrina Dorchester meet for a sisterly shopping and catch-up day for International Coffee Day. * CHARACTER BLOG SERIES...

Adding valuable skills to children's toolbox of life is just one of the many jobs we have as parents. Everyone should know how to swim! It may not be your favorite, but a solid set of swim skills is critical to your own safety and for the benefit of others around you. M. G. Lorraine offers insight to the importance of swim lessons as the summer approaches.

Very few people have seen this view of Earth from a Spaceship, but many more have made it possible for us to have these 15 Amazing Gifts to Every Day Life from our Beloved Astronauts and Scientists | National Astronaut Day | M. G. Lorraine shares impact on NASA and Space Science on our Every Day Life | National Astronaut Day

Since the beginning of time, tales were passed down from the storytellers; I’m all too aware that we often lose these stories too soon. Everyone has a story to tell! Tell-A-Story Day is for preserving these special moments. Launching Fall 2025 new books from M. G. Lorraine Kids! I've been working with Kid Co-Authors who are storytellers in their own right. Bringing their creativity and craft to the public has been a blast! I can't wait to share this with readers of all ages

M. G. Lorraine discusses the historical and cultural value of sharing picnics with family and friends.

M. G. Lorraine shares a lighter side with readers about National Banana Day. Insights from varieties of the fruit include its versatile uses, eye-catching merch from Amazon and a 3-ingredient recipe of a fan-favorite banana, oatmeal, chocolate chip cookie!

Siblings are our first friends and playmates. They are "a part of you - your core memories, who you are now..." M. G. | #MGsjournal #blog

Crayons: Early Beginnings of Man, Children & Writers | M. G. Lorraine Celebrates National Crayon Day | March 31, 2025

"Layering characters in fiction is much like choosing your favorite style and toppings of waffles." M. G. shares. | National Waffle Day 2025

Dreams are all around us in how we experience life and they fuel passions. M. G. shares how readers help M. G. dream bigger!

"Only a truly unique soul could make such few words, simple worlds & game-changing poetry that will forever change children's books." - MGL

"I’m always in search of the perfect beverage ... sweet treat to pair with characters, events... when I'm writing." M. G. states.

Is the romance of love lost in this holiday? M. G. Lorraine offers insight for lovers; hot to find the romance every day.

I find that the characters I write often curl up with their favorite brew. M. G offers insights on this fave brew shaping the characters.

Is the beauty of communication a lost art in this digital age? M. G. Lorraine shares insight on long term effect of handwritten messages.

Opposites! What a great tool in writing. M. G. shares why opposites are a favorite literary element in writing and character development.

M. G. Lorraine shares author insight about childhood favorite books from A. A. Milne - Winnie the Pooh. #MGsJournal

I hope today you’re celebrating National Cuddle Up Day - literally - cuddled up. Whether it be with your favorite person, your favorite...

The new year offers a season with fresh opportunities. M. G. offers tips to explore writing with the possibility of inspiring more readers.