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

This blog celebrates America’s 250th birthday by reflecting on freedom, opportunity, hard work, and the legacy left by the founding fathers. It also shares my personal gratitude for the chances I have had to build a career, pursue writing, and connect with readers through the Dorchester Sisters novels, children’s books, and future stories still to come. I hope you take the time today to celebrate with friends and family. Enjoy some fireworks and maybe watch a parade. I am pro