MaryAnn Diorio Books
"Heart-Mending Books for the Young and the Young-at-Heart"
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NOVEMBER Newsletter
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A WORD IN DUE SEASON
by MaryAnn Diorio, PhD
Dear Friends,
Because of the Thanksgiving Day holiday, November is the month during which we are more attuned to giving thanks. Yet, the giving of thanks should mark every day of our lives.
It has been shown that grateful people are happier people. Why? Because they focus on what they have and not on what they don't have.
We could all use a greater focus on giving thanks instead of complaining. Won't you join me in developing a more grateful heart? Won't you join me in becoming a better thanks-giver instead of a complainer?
I trust you will.
Happy Thanksgiving Day! I am so thankful for you!
MaryAnn
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ON THE HOMEFRONT . . .
__My husband and I recently celebrated our 51st wedding anniversary at a lovely cottage near the Delaware Bay. For those of you who don't know, New Jersey has magnificent sunsets on its western shore. Here is an especially beautiful one we witnessed:
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LATEST NEWS . . .
__Update on the PENELOPE PUMPERNICKEL Series of Chapter Books for 6-10 year-olds
The first book in my Penelope Pumpernickel series, Penelope Pumpernickel: Precocious Problem-Solver, is now with my illustrator, Ken Raney. For you fiction lovers, Ken is the husband of outstanding novelist Deb Raney.
Ken is doing an amazing job bringing my characters to life via his wonderful illustrations. I can't wait for you to see the finished book! :) Lord willing, it will be released in early December, if not before.
And now--meet Penelope Pumpernickel! :)
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__Update on Poetry Book
The compilation of my poetry book, POEMS FOR ALL SEASONS, is nearing completion. The planned release date is November 11th, my 75th birthday. Stay tuned! Here is a preview picture of the book cover, chosen by YOU! Thanks so much, Diorio Champions, for a great book cover choice! You are the BEST! :)
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__Update on MIRACLE IN MILAN
I have reached the halfway mark in writing this latest story. Please continue to pray for me as many obstacles have been coming against the writing of this novel. Thank you! :) Lord willing, it will be released in the Spring of 2021.
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WHERE IS MARYANN THIS MONTH? . . .
In this new section, I will be keeping you up-to-date on my book signings, speaking engagements, blog appearances, etc.
NOVEMBER 5:
My interview on Historical Fiction Reader will feature yours truly discussing my trilogy, The Italian Chronicles. Find the interview at the link below:
https://historicalfictionreader.blogspot.com/
During this time of lockdown, most, if not all, book-related events are being conducted online.
So, stay tuned! I look forward to meeting you "on the road." :)
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IN THE WORKS . . .
__Book 2 of the Penelope Pumpernickel Series of Chapter Books. It is titled Penelope Pumpernickel: Dynamo Detective. I plan to write 12 books for this series for 6-10-year-olds, Lord willing.
__Book 1 of The Dixie Randolph Series of Middle-Grade Books for 7-12-year-olds. I plan six books for this series, Lord willing. I am currently writing Book 1.
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GOODREADS GIVEAWAY!
Grab your FREE copy of The Madonna of Pisano, Book 1 in my popular Italian Chronicles Trilogy during this exciting Goodreads Giveaway!
https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/313923-the-madonna-of-pisano
NOTE: This offer is good only until 11:59pm ET on November 11.
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Let's stay in touch . . .
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THE RECIPE RACK
Homemade Spinach Pizza
(from the Kitchen of Dominic Diorio)
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INGREDIENTS:
1 pkg. Pillsbury Thin-Crust Pizza Dough
2 lbs. Frozen Spinach
Crumbled Feta Cheese
Garlic Powder
Olive Oil
INSTRUCTIONS:
__Lightly oil pizza pan with olive oil.
__Follow instructions on Pizza Dough Package for Crust.
__Stretch dough on pizza pan to desired thickness.
__Bake in oven at 400 degrees for 15-17 minutes
or until desired brownness.
__Cook spinach in olive oil and season with garlic powder to taste.
__When pizza dough is ready, top with cooked spinach mixture.
__Sprinkle with crumbled Feta cheese.
__Return to oven for five minutes at 400 degrees.
Enjoy!
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"You will keep him in perfect peace,
Whose mind is stayed on You,
Because he trusts in You."
__Isaiah 26: 3 NKJV
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MaryAnn Diorio Books
"Heart-Mending Books for the Young and the Young-at-Heart"
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