Mark Love

Martin Sheen as President Jed Bartlet I've always been a fan of The West Wing. Over the years I've enjoyed watching it on the streaming services. The writing, acting and direction were excellent. The cast of characters were realistic and their interactions always added to the drama. One of Sheen's trademark lines was "What's next?" That's an appropriate sentiment for the latest updates on writing, a sneak peek, a new release, works in progress, the new slate of events and

A Lighthouse on Lake Michigan Baby, it's cold outside! Most of the continental US is dealing with the wrath of Mother Nature. Here in Michigan, there has been a record number of sub zero days and more snow than I ever wanted. In a recent 10 day stretch, more than two feet of snow arrived, mostly in the middle of the night. But we keep going. Perhaps things will be warming up in the near future. This week we actually saw the sun for a few days. Here's hoping it's a preview

2026 has arrived. A new year means a fresh start in so many ways. Happy New Year. (Yes, it's the middle of the month, but it still counts!) There are some projects that were started last year that continue to demand my attention. Others were completed and are in the next steps of the process. This is also a time to make a few changes, try things out and see if they work. Meanwhile, it's time for my latest thoughts on writing, current projects, upcoming events and music. C

There’s an old Hollywood expression known as ‘meet cute’. In a film or television show) it’s an  amusing  or charming first encounter...

Jamie and Malone face some difficult situations together.  One of the components that makes their relationship work is a sense of...

Colorful characters are essential and the way they interact with each other can make or break a good story.  I always strive to create...

Here’s an excerpt from the prequel “Stealing Haven”.  Jamie and her best friend, Linda, are on summer vacation in South Haven.  Linda’s...

Have you ever seen something that is so exquisite, it takes your breath away? Or leaves you feeling inadequate as you struggle to find...

No matter how difficult the investigation may be, there needs to be a little time to unwind each day. Here's a scene where Chene invites...

Talking quietly, trudging through the clumps of snow and ice, neither one of us heard him at first. “It’s getting to the point where I...

I opted for a pair of very lacy panties with a matching black bra and rummaged in the closet for a corduroy skirt and a cotton blouse. I...

My mind must have registered the movement an instant before the window disintegrated. I don’t remember doing it, but I wrapped an arm...

Nicholas Burr would never forget the first time he wanted to kill his wife. He didn’t picture himself as a violent man, but sometimes,...