I just received my Creative Writing Certificate from UC Davis Extension, which took me back to my post in April, where I said, “I hope it is printed on ivory, premium quality paper and has my name and the name of the creative writing program displayed in impressive type and has the seal of UC Davis Extension embossed on the bottom […]
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Journal Treasures – Writing a Book
While scavenging through old journals for inspiration, I came across an entry I’d written January 1, 2003 about writing a book. Writing a Book A new year begins. A fresh start. Many hopes. Many dreams. One of my wildest dreams is to complete my first novel. I finished writing it a year ago, but it isn’t complete. I’ve […]
UC Davis Extension Creative Writing Courses
Note to Reader: Unfortunately, since I wrote this post, the creative writing program through UC Davis Extension is no longer being offered. I’ve done my share of college writing. I’m a college graduate after all. But when I started writing fiction instead of college essays and term papers, I stepped into a whole new world. Many fiction […]
The First One Over the Line / Creative Writing
Kate Asche, associate director of Arts and Humanities at UC Davis Extension, just e-mailed me that my Creative Writing Certificate was being processing in the dean’s office. I will be the program’s first graduate, “The first one over the line.” To be quite honest, I can’t wait to get my hands on that document. I […]
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My parents immigrated to the United States from Holland (the Netherlands) with my two older brothers the year before I was born. I grew up on a series of dairy farms in California into what became a very large family—seven brothers and two sisters. When I entered high school, my fascination with creative writing began. I was fortunate to receive excellent instruction, […]
FAQ
1. What subjects are you drawn to in your writing and why? The subjects that fire my gut and fuel my writing are spiritual and emotional freedom, empowerment, and bridging differences in today’s world. My novels incorporate ancient wisdom teachings in ways that make them accessible and relevant to our times. I encourage people to […]
