Why I find the concept distressing, heading toward horrifying.
Clapping at the End of a Movie
The movie (and book) that recently inspired me to clap at the end. On a weeknight!
A New Year Off Like a Shot
Thoughts during the first few days of 2026.
Press Release: Local Author Publishes Novel Featuring Baby Boomers & Salish Sea
A discussion guide is included, and the author welcomes invitations to join local book club discussions.
Bring Wren Island to Your Local Indie Bookstore
All in one place, tools for bringing Wren Island to your local indie bookstore.
How Readers Influenced Interesting Enough: A Wren Island Novel
Nitty-gritty details. Major plot points. Pacing of a romantic relationship. The setting. Readers influenced all this and more in Interesting Enough: A Wren Island Novel.
Wren Island Map
Allison’s English Tudor style house and Virgil’s grocery market. The landing where Ralph runs Lucy Jo up the beach. Allison’s dock and boathouse. Orcas! And so much more.
On Birthing a Book Baby
Not a mother in the traditional sense, I share thoughts about the birth of my first book baby.
Appearing on the Grit ‘n’ Grace podcast
Listen to Laura Joy Lloyd on the Grit ‘n’ Grace podcast with Cheri Gregory.
Share the Wren Island Spirit
Wherever you go, it’s easy-peasy to share the Wren Island spirit.