Working a jigsaw puzzle uses a different part of my brain, allowing my creative side to wander, usually resulting in something useful for my writing. And the writing itself is somewhat akin to solving a jigsaw puzzle: putting all the pieces together to create a satisfying story. When I start …
This is the salad Gaby serves for dinner with Matt. Slice 2 large beefsteak tomatoes, about ¼ inch thick. Set aside. Thinly slice 2 large onions, preferably Vidalia onions. Set aside Make a dressing with ¼ cup wine vinegar, 3 teaspoons sugar, 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (3 teaspoons dried), …
This is the chicken salad that Gaby orders at the Sunshine Café when she meets Resident Trooper Matt Thomas to discuss the case at 2 Sunrise Trail. The recipe is unusual in not using any mayonnaise. Poach 2 whole, skinned chicken breasts in water. Cool. Remove meat from bones, shredding …
Roger Dunleavy has been Mayor of Woodson Falls for the past 28 years, having been elected to 14 successive two-year terms beginning back when he was 32. Even now, pushing 60 years of age, he’s planning to run for the office again, saying he hopes to “die with his boots …
These are the pancakes Gaby orders then leaves uneaten after seeing the note cafe waitress Helen gives her from the stranger at the close of 9 Donovan’s Way. Warm griddle or large frying pan over low heat. In medium-size bowl, sift together 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, 2 ½ teaspoon double-acting baking …
A critique group can be immensely helpful to any writer. Make the most of your participation by giving as well as receiving.
These are the cookies Gaby and Nell have for dessert while Nell asks Gaby for a favor. They’re the same cookies Gaby brings to Winston Pinkham the following day when she visits to address concerns about the Sunrise Hills subdivision. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Cream together ½ cup butter and ¼ cup …
Rusty and Maggie Dolan live in the farmhouse that has been in Rusty’s family since the country was founded.
These are the scones that Gaby eats when she has breakfast at the Greene Bean in Prescott.
