Happy Easter
Mark 16: 6 But he said to them, “Do not be alarmed. You seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He is risen! He is not here.” (Read More …)
Author: Donald Jay
Donald Jay writes cozy mystery, adventure, romance, and inspirational stories suitable for all audiences. Don brings to life eclectic and engaging characters who whisk readers off to enchanting places, challenge them with unusual puzzles and cleverly hidden clues, and inspire them to dream.
Formerly a magician, Don is also a woodworker, painter, and toymaker. His wife, Linda, says, “It’s like being married to Santa himself.” He grew up in the snowy winters of the West Virginia mountains and loves the spiritual roots, rich traditions, and festive decorations that spark the magic of Christmas. So, he often sets his stories during the Christmas season.
Don is a Virginia Tech graduate, a former first responder, and a retired hotel executive who now turns his lively imagination to entertaining readers of all ages.
A Sugarbush Easter (Repost)
The game is afoot In this repost of a free Dickens Station Mystery Short Story. Dianna Norris, a newcomer to Dickens Station, unravels what’s happening to Charlie Mattson during her adventure to a sugarbush. Dianna explains, “My new life in Dickens Station began the day I murdered the man who, years later, became my husband.” (Read More …)
Flora Skukalek’s Halupki Recipe
Since I didn’t repost this recipe last Easter and have many new subscribers, this week’s edition is a repost of librarian Flora Skukalek’s scrumptious halupki (cabbage rolls) recipe just in time for Easter. Click “Read More” to read the blog post, find out who Flora Skukalek really is, and download the recipe. (Read More …)
Easter Celebration Calendar
Amelia Dickens announces the Easter Celebration Calendar for 2023. She also mentions the meaning of “maundy” in Maundy Thursday, the tradition behind hot cross buns, and why some Easter eggs are dyed red. Click “Read More” for the backstory on some interesting Easter traditions. (Read More …)
White Chocolate Chip Cranberry Pecan Cookies
Since the Daily Telegraph featured Dianna Mattson last week, I’m adding a Dianna Mattson recipe to the Dickens Station Cookbook this week. Even though Dianna Mattson makes these scrumptious cookies for family and special friends during the holidays, they are great year-round. Click “Read More” for the recipe and to check out the ever-expanding Dickens Station Cookbook at DickensStation.com. (Read More …)
Meet Dianna Mattson
Meet Dianna Mattson, The General Store manager, amateur sleuth, and the lady who said, “My new life in Dickens Station began the night I murdered the man who, years later, became my husband.” (Read More …)
You Don’t Have to Write a Novel to Tell a Story
When people find out I’m a writer, they often tell me, “I’ve got this great idea for a story. But I could never write a novel.” Click “Read More” for my advice. (Read More …)
He’s Alive!
I maintain an author can write an exciting, baffling, and engaging “mystery” that does not include a corpse. Even Sherlock Holmes agrees with me. Click “Read More” to find out how. (Read More …)
Cheyenne’s Valentine Mystery
Happy Valentine’s Day, readers! My heartfelt gift to you is a new Dickens Station Mystery Short Story titled Cheyenne’s Valentine Mystery. Where did her mother go that day? What happened to her? How did the old man get her bracelet? Click “Read More” to find the answers and to feel the love on Valentine’s Day. (Read More …)
Who Are You Reading and What Are You Writing?
“Oh, really? You’re a writer?” When someone finds out I’m a writer, one of two questions usually follows. “Who are your favorite authors?” or “What kind of stories do you write?” Click “Read More” to read my answers to these two questions. (Read More …)