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Two New Reviews for The Flight To Brassbright

By Constance on March 13, 2019

My thanks to the thoughtful readers at The Naked Reviewers for two positive, insightful, and constructive reviews. I very much appreciate them taking the time to read my book. The Naked Reviewers Review The Flight To Brassbright

Author Interview at Doll Fest For All

By Constance on March 5, 2019

To mark the occasion of Hinamatsuri / Doll's Day, Nika Thought-werk and Fitch Lekvoda are pleased to invite you to join us March 3 2019 for DOLL FEST FOR ALL at the Crystal Rose in Caledon. Hinamatsuri (雛祭り Hina-matsuri), also called Doll's Day or Girls' Day, is a special day…

The First Annual Doll Fest-For-All

By Constance on February 15, 2019

For Immediate Release February 15, 2019 DOLL DUO DECLARES MARCH 3 DOLL DAY DEBUT Second Life Steamlands Residents Seek To Foster Doll Culture The Steamlands of Second Life, February 15, 2019 – On March 3, 2019, from 5 pm to 8 pm SLT, Fitch Lekvoda and Nika Thought-werk, residents of the…

A “Steamed and Steamy” Soufflé Rises to the Occasion

By Constance on February 3, 2019

It's a warm feeling on this bitter cold Midwest evening that somewhere out there, a friend has created a souffle from my recipe. And she tweeted about it!

Brighthope’s Astrological Signs

By Constance on July 16, 2018

The world of Brighthope shares some of Earth's beliefs, traditions, and superstitions. Many are very similar. Some are unique to this world, but carry similar sentiments to Earth concepts. Astrology is popular in Brighthope, especially in the country of Industralia. Our protagonist, Constance, was born on May 3rd of 1877.…

Smoke and Roses: A Steampunk Language of Flowers

By Constance on May 3, 2018

A project I lent a red pen to is out! Isn't this *pretty*? Would make a wonderful gift, now wouldn't it?

Library of Congress: Free Classic Books

By Constance on October 7, 2017

The Library of Congress is a great resource for avid readers. You can find lots of classic books to read online... for free!

My Scheduled Events at Motor City Steam Con

By Constance on July 4, 2017

Motor City Steam Con JULY 14 - 16, 2017 Writer's Block Readings Saturday 1:00 - 2:00pm Salon IV (Writers' Block) Lori Holuta, Crysta Coburn We'll be reading from our own books! Check the schedule at the website to learn when other authors will be reading, too. Character Creation Challenge Saturday…

The Hidden Doors

By Constance on June 21, 2017

While "Down The Tubes" is in my editor's hands, I'll be spending July at Camp NaNoWriMo revising an old manuscript. This one focuses on a mystery in Brassbright City, and a tight-knit group of teenagers who are determined to solve it.

A project I lent a red pen to is out! Isn’t this *pretty*? Would make a wonderful gift, now wouldn’t it? Click the picture to see the book at Etsy.

Steamed and Steamy: Recipes from the Steampunk World of Industralia

To be born in Industralia is to be born a foodie, so this cookbook was inevitable. Within these pages you’ll learn how to cook many of Industralia’s favorite foods, from breakfast right on through to late night snacks. You’ll even learn how to make some traditional “Coal Week” holiday treats. The recipes have been pulled directly from the plotlines of The Flight To Brassbright, The Legend of The Engineer, and the soon to be released Down The Tubes.

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