Blogroll
- Documentation
- Feedback
- Plugins
- Quiet Thunder Publishing Quiet Thunder Publishing
- Support Forums
- Themes
- Twitter CathyBurnhamMartin@QuietThunder
- WordPress Blog
- WordPress Planet
-
Recent Posts
Recent Comments
- Cathy Burnham Martin on Encourage Someone Today
- SusanCarter on Encourage Someone Today
- Cathy Burnham Martin on Early Reviews Show a BIG Thumbs Up!!!
- P.Sager on Early Reviews Show a BIG Thumbs Up!!!
- Cathy Burnham Martin on Destiny of Dreams Coming August 31st!
Archives
- May 2024
- April 2024
- March 2024
- February 2024
- January 2024
- December 2023
- November 2023
- October 2023
- September 2023
- August 2023
- July 2023
- June 2023
- May 2023
- April 2023
- March 2023
- February 2023
- January 2023
- December 2022
- November 2022
- October 2022
- September 2022
- August 2022
- July 2022
- June 2022
- May 2022
- April 2022
- March 2022
- February 2022
- November 2021
- September 2021
- August 2021
- July 2021
- June 2021
- April 2020
- January 2020
- March 2019
- February 2019
- January 2019
- November 2018
- October 2018
- September 2018
- March 2018
- December 2017
- November 2017
- May 2017
- April 2017
- March 2017
- February 2017
- January 2017
- November 2016
- February 2016
- January 2016
- October 2015
- July 2015
- April 2015
- January 2015
- December 2014
- November 2014
- September 2014
- August 2014
- July 2014
- June 2014
- May 2014
- April 2014
- March 2014
- February 2014
- January 2014
- November 2013
- October 2013
- September 2013
- June 2013
- May 2013
- April 2013
- March 2013
- February 2013
- January 2013
- December 2012
- November 2012
- October 2012
- September 2012
- August 2012
- July 2012
- June 2012
- May 2012
- April 2012
- March 2012
- February 2012
- January 2012
- December 2011
- July 2011
- June 2011
- May 2011
- April 2011
Categories
- Audiobooks
- Bubbly Makes the World Go 'Round
- Family — Says It All
- Incredible Edibles
- Martin on Marco
- Must Love Dogs (& Other Wonderful Pets)
- Notable Quotables
- Party Themes & Schemes
- So Silly!
- Super Simple Is Key!
- Taste Bud Travels
- The Gripes of Cath
- To Our Health & Fitness!
- Uncategorized
- Write Again!
Meta
Category Archives: Write Again!
More on Ellis Island
Yesterday I mentioned that Ellis Island had a dark past. Before becoming a major immigration center, it was used for hanging condemned prisoners, pirates, criminals, and mutinous sailors from the early 1800s through 1839. It then served as a Navy … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
Leave a comment
National Ellis Island Family History Day
If you love ancestry, checking out Ellis Island is a riotous “rabbit hole” to investigate. I had family enter the U.S. there, as did the nearly 40% of American citizens who can trace at least 1 ancestor to Ellis Island. … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
Leave a comment
Originality
When people have praised or celebrated my books, I have often quipped that I doubt I have ever had an original thought! That is not just wit or modesty. I mean it. Who do I think I am to imagine … Continue reading
Posted in Notable Quotables, Write Again!
Leave a comment
National If Pets Had Thumbs Day!
If our furry, 4-legged friends had thumbs, I think they could paws-itively give us a run for our money when it comes to many skills we may presume are out of their range. They would change the TV channel to … Continue reading
National Champagne Day
Once upon a time it was decreed that to be called “champagne” a sparkling white wine had to come from grapes grown in the Champagne region of France. Everything else was simply sparkling wine. Really? Well, that was before the … Continue reading
Woo-Hoo!!!
I just scored another great review for my Armenian heritage story! The holiday issue of the Oakland, California magazine “Affaire de Coeur” has a review that calls “Destiny of Determination” : “an incredible story of the faith and determination endured … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
Leave a comment
Exciting News!
I have learned that my latest book, “Destiny of Determination: Faith & Family” has just been recognized with a lovely honor! The Literary Titan Award recognizes authors for “expertly delivering complex and thought-provoking concepts, vivid scenarios and characters, and original … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
Leave a comment
Kauai Movie Buff Alert!
While visiting Kauai, we learned of many places that have served as perfect settings for film and video. More than 70 movies and television series have used the island of Kauai for settings that have depicted a vast array … Continue reading
Posted in Taste Bud Travels, Write Again!
Leave a comment
Encourage Someone Today
“Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher.” — Oprah Winfrey (1954 – ) American talk show host, television producer, author, and philanthropist When my book entitled, “Encouragement: How to Be and Find … Continue reading
Posted in Audiobooks, Notable Quotables, Write Again!
2 Comments
National Cranberry Day
Cranberries are easily one of my favorite fruits. I get caught popping these fresh, tart little berries into my mouth all Fall. Being Thanksgiving week in the U.S.A, cranberry sauce, cranberry bread, and even cranberries in stuffing become wildly popular. … Continue reading
Life!
I pause from my typical postings on this day for a brief look at Life as it has been affecting me over the past couple of months. Life. We are not in charge. Yesterday, we attended two precious gatherings … Continue reading
The Big Island
Being greeted by a rainbow as we cruised into the harbor, we knew we were in for a great day. And a wonderful new adventure! The Big Island is home to Kilauea, the world’s most active volcano. Simply having to … Continue reading
“Destiny of Determination” Launch Day
Book 2 in my Destiny trilogy officially becomes available today! While both sweet and heart-wrenching, this story is also 100% true. Mom’s friends have been so excited because they know that as this story of her family progresses, this is … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
Leave a comment
Just ONE Week to Go!!!
Destiny of Determination: Faith and Family gets released in digital and paperback formats in just one week! This is a very personal story for me, as it continues telling the Armenian side of my family’s story. No worries if you … Continue reading
Posted in Notable Quotables, Write Again!
Leave a comment
Counting Down to Book 2 Release!!
I feel mightily blessed by all the marvelous early review comments I have been receiving for my upcoming book “Destiny of Determination: Faith and Family.” Author Anthony Avina just posted an interview he did with me on his blog. The … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
Leave a comment
National Cookbook Month
I live to eat. I love food. Thus, I love cookbooks. I read them as many people read novels. I started creating my own recipes when I was barely in elementary school and was cooking family dinners by the 6th … Continue reading
National Day of Encouragement
September 12th marks the day that is annually dedicated to uplifting people around us and making a positive impact. Yes! We can all do this. Encouragement is FREE! Let’s give some away!!! President George W. Bush signed the documents making … Continue reading
Posted in Audiobooks, Notable Quotables, Write Again!
Leave a comment
National Read a Book Day
Pick a book… any book! Serious nonfiction or comic book, romance novel or mystery thriller… your choice. Sometimes when I read, I like to be entertained with something light and fun. Most times I find myself reading nonfiction works that … Continue reading
Two Month Countdown to “Destiny 2”
Quiet Thunder Publishing releases Book 2 in the Destiny Trilogy in just 2 months!! The paperback edition of Destiny of Determination: Faith and Family will sell for $15.99 and the digital edition for $5.99. But Amazon is offering a pre-sale … Continue reading
Posted in Notable Quotables, Write Again!
Leave a comment
National Book Lovers Day
Attention bibliophiles everywhere! Today has been proclaimed to be your special day! “Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.” — Mason Cooley (1927 – 2002) American aphorist “There are many ways to … Continue reading
Posted in Notable Quotables, Write Again!
Leave a comment
“Destiny of Determination” Now on PreSale
I deeply appreciate all the inquiries regarding the release of Book 2 in my historical fiction Destiny Trilogy. Destiny of Determination: Faith and Family is set for release on my Dad’s birthday… November 2… in both paperback and eBook formats, … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
Leave a comment
Paperback Book Day
I didn’t set out to be any sort of paperback writer, but some things simply happen! #22 is set for release on November 2nd. What!!??! (Yup… Book 2 in the historical fiction Destiny trilogy continues telling my family’s Armenian story. … Continue reading
Posted in Super Simple Is Key!, Write Again!
Leave a comment
National Audiobook Appreciation Month
A few years ago, I learned to produce my first audiobook and wondered why I had not done this 20 years earlier. They are fun to make, and I have recorded them for several types of books and various authors. … Continue reading
Posted in Audiobooks, Write Again!
Leave a comment
Let’s Cool the Divisiveness
“We need to stop being so hyper-focused on gender, race, age, and sexual stereotyping. Live and let live for crying out loud. From my perspective, we’ve gone so overboard with attempts to not insult someone or stereotype something about them … Continue reading
Know Thyself
“Master the perception principle. Learn to know yourself. Know the real person deep within you.” — Norman Vincent Peale (1898 – 1993) American Protestant clergyman and author from his best-selling book, “The Power of Positive Thinking” (Photo by Katrina Wright)
Bull!
“Adding more bull to bull yields bigger bull.” ― Cathy Burnham Martin in “The Bimbo Has Brains: And Other Freaky Facts,” 2017
A Legend in her own Mind–LOL
“I’m bound to be a famous writer… decades after I’m gone.” — Cathy Burnham Martin, American author, voiceover artist & dedicated foodie Laughingly responding to a question from host Liz Gabert on BCTV’s “Life with Liz and Beyond”, September 14, … Continue reading
Posted in Notable Quotables, Write Again!
Leave a comment
National Talk Like Shakespeare Day
“Have more than thou showest, Speak less than thou knowest, Lend less than thou owest.” — “King Lear” – Act 1, Scene 4 By William Shakespeare (1564-1616) English poet, playwright, and actor So, hey you! Er, uh.. I mean, … Continue reading
Posted in Notable Quotables, Write Again!
Leave a comment
The finish line is in sight!!!
“While motivation fires up our interest and willingness to run the race, encouragement helps get us across the finish line.” ― Cathy Burnham Martin Encouragement: How to Be and Find theBest, 2019 The Boston Marathon, the world’s oldest annual marathon, … Continue reading
Posted in Audiobooks, Notable Quotables, Write Again!
Leave a comment
Husband Appreciation Day
Ron Martin, Babe, Sir Ronald… This is the man who dared to invite me into his life as his wife and stepmother for his children. He is my lover, my partner, and my best friend. He gives me strength and … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
Leave a comment
National Scrabble Day
April 13th is the birthday of Poughkeepsie, New York Architect Alfred Mosher Butts (1899-1993), inventor of the Scrabble game in 1931. Originally called “Criss Cross,” he based it on both the crossword puzzle and anagrams. In 1948, the game was … Continue reading
Posted in Super Simple Is Key!, Write Again!
Leave a comment
National Encourage Young Writers Day
Yikes! 57 years ago, several of my classmates and I from Mrs. Russell’s 5th grade English class hit the local news for our “budding” poetic endeavors. David Kehas, Sandra Robinson Zimmerman, (Bonnie) Barbara Mace, and Rob Lamy (misspelled in article.) … Continue reading
Posted in Notable Quotables, Write Again!
Leave a comment
National Lobster Newburg Day
As a dedicated fan of the delectably tender, sweet cold water lobster, how could I possibly not share a favorite lobster recipe (first published in my 2012 book) with you on National Lobster Newburg Day? Here it is… straight out … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
Leave a comment
Destruction of a civilized society…
“The destruction of a civilized society by a jealous, violent one is never a good thing for anyone involved.” From “Destiny of Dreams: Time is Dear” by Cathy Burnham Martin, 2021 Image by Dmitry Abramov
Posted in Notable Quotables, Write Again!
Leave a comment
Quotations Worth Notations
Here comes a little “Cathy Chat.” My inspiration came after finding quotations from some of my books online. How endearing to find people are reading and being inspired. Some were about life lessons; others about how we relate to people. … Continue reading
Early Reviews Show a BIG Thumbs Up!!!
Destiny of Dreams: Time Is Dear has been receiving a delightful number of early reviews and testimonial comments. I will try to post more here from time to time. The bottom line is one of great encouragement. I can’t … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
2 Comments
Today Is D-Day for “Destiny of Dreams”
It’s official! My new historical fiction, Destiny of Dreams: Time Is Dear is now available in paperback and digital formats on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and beyond! Yes, it tells my Armenian ancestors’ story and has been a true labor … Continue reading
Posted in Family -- Says It All, Write Again!
Leave a comment
“Destiny of Dreams” Cover Completed
Very exciting to see the cover is now completed for Destiny of Dreams: Time Is Dear. While I had loved seeing my grandmother’s photograph of a part of the city of Van in Armenia, such personal mementos would … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
Leave a comment
Destiny of Dreams Coming August 31st!
The “buzzzz” is true! Though noted for my non-fiction works, my first novel is now ready to go! Quiet Thunder Publishing will release Destiny of Dreams: Time Is Dear on August 31, 2021. This historical fiction, set in the early … Continue reading
Posted in Write Again!
2 Comments
Concern Over Censorship
I do not like politics. However, it does necessarily exist, despite my distaste for it. Thus, I rarely write a letter to any media outlet to share a complaint. In fact, I cannot recall the last time I did so… … Continue reading
Posted in The Gripes of Cath, Write Again!
Tagged censorship, Fox News, Jeannine Pirro, Justice, Political Correctness
Leave a comment