Finally! A New Book Release!
Years in the making! It’s finally available for sale! I’m very excited about the first full-length novel in my Write Place Retreat series. Snowed In: Heat Rises will release on Thursday, 9/4/25 whereever ebooks are sold. Links to purchase are on my website: www.mjcompton.com. The paperback version is also available. A snowstorm, a scandal, and […]
My Current Relationship…With Food
Since I retired from my corporate Day Job, my relationship with food has changed, especially when it comes to lunch. Lunch was frequently provided at work. Or I brown-bagged it. Or I ran out to grab something to eat at my desk. There were several places nearby that accommodated that strategy. I knew many of […]
Creepy Poetry For 6th Graders
When I was a child, my mom used to read poetry to us, especially from an orange book that had been a sixth grade school book published in 1927. My sister took it when her son was young and read to him from it; I “inherited” it when my children were young. (My daughter has […]
Here, Kitty-Kitty
I have been taking classes at a nearby center that offers a wide range of activities. I started out with tarot, because I have always been fascinated by the practice and have dabbled around the edges of it for years. I wanted to learn more. I signed up and found a warm, welcoming group of […]
Spying on the Neighbor
Okay, this is really about spying on my neighbors’ lawn, not the people. A couple of years ago, they had a new privacy fence put in. I got to see the layout of their backyard from my office window for the period of time between taking down the old fence and putting up the new. […]
General Ramble and a Recipe
As you may know, I’m taking a hiatus from social media. This blog (and my newsletter–see link above) are the best way to stay abreast with what’s happening with me. And there is plenty happening. I’ve re-released my Service for Sanctuary shift books: Betrayed by Moon Beware of the Moon Besieged by the Moon Right […]
Wine Not?
A few months ago, I stopped at the liquor store on my way home from visiting my mom. I purchased a couple bottles of wine for a writing retreat scheduled that weekend. Then I went to the gas station to fill up my car. I hate leaving my house, so I try to do all […]
My Favorite Tupperware of All Time
Over the years, especially the early years of setting up my own household, I’ve purchased a lot of Tupperware. I still use several pieces. Several more are in my basement, and I periodically wish they were still in my kitchen cupboards because they would be handy to have. Hands down, my absolute favorite Tupperware piece […]
Joygerms: Make them Contagious
Many years ago, when I first started working in TV, I became aware of a local advertising agency/public relations firm, Joan of Art. Joan White, the owner, was always upbeat, smiling, and trying to bring people together. I fondly recall a “Rabbit Rabbit” gathering for advertising types at a nearby bar. A few years later, […]
The Season for Giving
Gift giving season is upon us. Here are some ideas for the writers in your life: Author Boss Insulated Tumbler Wooden Booklamp Folding Booklight PenGems 3-D Wooden Bookstore Puzzle Scented Candles: (Please note that the links take you to specific scents, but you really should explore what else is available.) Novelly Yours Big Moods Big […]