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Finally managed to get some stitch markers up on my website. Here are just a few. I've got ring ones and locking ones, so you can take your pick. #stitchmarkers #knittingaddict #crochetersofinstagram

Been having fun experimenting with #microcrochet and have some super cute things in the shop, but I ran out of my earring cards. Have to print more, but you can get these @canalquarterarts along with tons of other art and handmade treasures. #microcrochetjewellery #fxbgva

The weather is miserable outside, so I'm going to stay toasty warm and work on some micro crochet earrings among other things. #microcrochetjewellery #grannysquares #crochetersofinstagram

The Internet: Did you know that shiba inus are the breed that is genetically closest to wolves? Me: Well, I pulled half a mole out the mouth of mine the other day, so yeah, that tracks.

I've been making a lot of these stitch markers lately, but I haven't put them on my website yet. That's on my to do list for this week. Today, I'm taking a break from knitting. But the cast-on is coming. #stitchmarkers #knittingaddict #handspunyarn

Meredith R. Stoddard 10/6/25 Meredith R. Stoddard 10/6/25

A Fine Layer of Dust

Meredith R. Stoddard 8/27/24 Meredith R. Stoddard 8/27/24

Preorders are open!

I like to design my own book covers. There are many reasons for this, but first among them is being able to use a lot of symbolism in the covers. This one is no exception. This book is almost ready to hit your virtual bookshelves. If you want it delivered straight to your ereader on launch day, you can preorder your copy now.

Meredith R. Stoddard 8/14/24 Meredith R. Stoddard 8/14/24

What is Tar Heel Pie?

I get this question whenever I mention my current work in progress. The simple answer is that it is a type of pie that starts with that Southern classic, pecan pie and adds chocolate. Imagine if pecan pie and brownies had a baby. It’s incredibly sweet, a little dark, and a bit nutty. (I may have just found the tag line for this book.)

Meredith R. Stoddard 10/3/23 Meredith R. Stoddard 10/3/23

My gift to you for Banned Books Week

It’s Banned Books Week, and this seems like the perfect occasion to revive my much neglected blog.

As an author, I have celebrated Banned Books Week before. And by celebrated, I mean I have posted about the slippery slope of censorship and book banning. This year, Banned Books Week feels a bit different, and unless you live under a rock, you probably can tell why. All over the United States school boards, concerned parents, and conservative organizations like Moms for Liberty have been locked in battles over what is and isn’t appropriate for kids to read. In Missouri they even staged a book burning.

Meredith R. Stoddard 2/28/23 Meredith R. Stoddard 2/28/23

Launchpad Countdown to Writing Your Book

A few months ago, my friends Grace Sammon and Mary Helen Sheriff had the brilliant idea of putting together a book series to help writers through different stages of the process. The first of those books is out today. Launchpad Countdown to Writing Your Book brings together authors, and book coaches sharing their wisdom on researching, world building, writing, and revising your book. I’m so proud to be a part of this project. Below are some details about the book, panel discussions with the contributors and links where you can find more information about it.

Meredith R. Stoddard 1/19/22 Meredith R. Stoddard 1/19/22

Author Ride Along - Judy V. Stanigar

I had a great conversation last Friday on Bookish Road Trip’s Author Ride Along. I got to interview Author Judy V. Stanigar about her book Marika’s Best Laid Plan. We had a great time talking about Marika’s journey, and all the things that inspired it. Check it out.

Meredith R. Stoddard 11/1/21 Meredith R. Stoddard 11/1/21

Introducing Author Talk Network

I am so pleased to be teaming up with 18 other authors to help podcasters, panel hosts, teachers and more find authors to speak, interview or chat with. This is a great group of authors across multiple genres, topics, and publishing experiences who are ready to talk.

Meredith R. Stoddard 9/29/21 Meredith R. Stoddard 9/29/21

Book 5 Update

Woo! I have been a busy bee for the past few months. If you’ve been reading my newsletter, you’ve seen some of what I’ve been up to. But now, I have an update on book 5. I have finished the pre-writing plotting/researching, and have started writing.