Write on, Wednesay: Special Guest Heather Shumaker of “It’s OK NOT to Share”
By Leslie Lindsay Today, I have very special guest–Heather Shumaker, mom and author of It’s OK NOT to Share (Penguin/Tarcher, 2013). This brand-new parenting book just hit the shelves this spring and is ranked #3 by Parents Magazine. Heather and I met at the University of Wisconsin’s Writer’s Institute this past April. Right away, I knew her message would resonate with me. And then she graciously agreed to participate in an interview. Here, she explains the writing process and some great tips and ideas for parenting. Best yet–there’s a give-a-way!! Complimentary copy of IT’s OKAY NOT TO SHARE is coming your way if you are the lucky one whose name is drawn at random. (See end of post for details). Without further adieu… L2: Loving your book, Heather! I just started reading it this week—outside—which is so refreshing after the long winter we’ve had here in the Midwest. Not only is the weather sunny and warm—so is your writing style. How do you weave in parenting topics in such a fun and joyful way? At …