Monthly Archives: February 2014

Tim Takes 5 With Barbara Jean

Posted on February 23, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Well, can you believe it’s the last Sunday of the month already?  Time is just whizzing by for yours truly and it was so nice to spend some time with one of my new good … Continue reading →

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Do I Have a Couple of Days for You!

Posted on February 16, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Today, I’m California Dreaming.  I’d like to share with you a few  of my favorite places and things to do in the Santa Barbara region.  Andrea and Heather, the two behind yours truly, Barbara Jean … Continue reading →

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Cozy On Up!

Posted on February 9, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  This week, my dear friend George Jackson started a very interesting discussion among cozy readers and writers.  He’s the author of THE FALLS Small Town Mysteries, among other literary works.  He asked a very simple … Continue reading →

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And I Meant Every Word

Posted on February 2, 2014 by Barbara Jean Coast

Hi there, guys and dolls!  Today, let’s talk about reading — or shall I say how I read now that I am a professional writer.  Read along and I’ll share with you how things change for the better. I’ve always … Continue reading →

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