Author Archives: Patricia Kiyono

About Patricia Kiyono

During her first career, Patricia Kiyono taught elementary music, computer classes, elementary classrooms, and junior high social studies. She now teaches music education at the university level. She lives in southwest Michigan with her husband, not far from her five children, nine grandchildren (so far), and great-granddaughters. Current interests, aside from writing, include sewing, crocheting, scrapbooking, and music. A love of travel and an interest in faraway people inspires her to create stories about different cultures. Check out her sweet historical contemporary romances at her Amazon author page: http://www.amazon.com/Patricia-Kiyono/e/B0067PSM5C/

Deck the Halls… or Not

Posted on October 7, 2019

This week one of our foxes asked, “How early do you start shopping/decorating for the holidays?” I’ve never been one to spend much time decorating our house. I suppose it’s because I probably spend less time in my home than … Continue reading →

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Dining in Paradise

Posted on September 30, 2019

Our resident hound has a knack for coming up with unusual scenarios, and this week he asked us to respond to one. “You’re stranded on a desert island (or someplace deserted). There are only three different things to eat/drink and … Continue reading →

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Goodreads Challenge 2019, Part Eight

Posted on September 23, 2019

I managed to read four more books this month. Some were fun reads, some were well-written, and some were neither. I’ll let you decide if any are your cup of tea. Louisiana Longshot by Jana Deleon I recently joined a … Continue reading →

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Look Mom, I’m an Author!

Posted on September 16, 2019

This week, one of our foxes asked, “When did you first think of yourself as an author?” I suppose the answer depends on one’s definition of author. Is it simply someone who writes? Or is that title limited to those … Continue reading →

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Guest Author: Lucy Naylor Kubash and Will o’ the Wisp

Posted on September 9, 2019

My guest author today is someone I’ve had the pleasure of knowing for several years. We are both members of the Mid-Michigan Chapter of the Romance Writers of America (RWA). Lucy Naylor Kubash is one of the hardest working people … Continue reading →

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The Great Paper Debate

Posted on September 2, 2019

To our American friends, Happy Labor Day! Hope you and your loved ones are able to enjoy the last hurrah of summer, safe from whatever weather surrounds you. This week’s topic is one brought forth by our resident hound. “Knowing … Continue reading →

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Goodreads Challenge 2019, Part Seven

Posted on August 26, 2019

It’s once again time for me to share my Goodreads reviews! Two are new releases, but the other three have been on my digital bookshelf for quite some time. Flying Finish by Vivian Roycroft This is a fun short story … Continue reading →

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