Check out the May 2022 edition of Diablo Gazette:
My book review of The Oppenheimer Alternative by Robert J. Sawyer on p. 10.
My Ruby_dooby_do column features sweet Eddie who needs a home, plus info on recycling dog fur, ARF’s Animals of Broadway event, and issues with debarking on page 16.
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Information on fun local outing while exploring Angel Island’s history on page 19
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March Gazette – Book Review & Dog Column
Check out my book review of Razorblade Tears by S. A. Cosby on page 10 and my dog column on page 15 that features sweet German Shepherd mix Jeffrey, plus information on rehoming tips and dog bone hazards.
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2/16/22: Muse Board Podcast: Link and Blog Post
Please listen in at 10 am on 2/16 to my interview with the Nonfiction Authors Association. Here is the link: https://nonfictionauthorsassociation.com/podcast-interview-jill-hedgecock-02-16-2022-how-to-use-a-muse-board-to-keep-your-writing-process-on-track/

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Exciting Announcement! New Event: Nonfiction Authors Association Podcast Interview 2/16/22
I’m thrilled to announce that I will be interviewed by the amazing Stephanie Chandler of The Nonfiction Authors Association on Monday 1/24 at 11:00 am. I’ll be discussing the benefits of using a Muse Board.

January Diablo Gazette – Dog Poop, Bird Count Results and Book Reviews
I’m ringing in the New Year with fun articles in the January edition of The Diablo Gazette:
Species count in Contra Costa County show bird life is stable (page 9)
My review of The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett on page 12.
Hazards of dog poop and dog bathing tips, plus senior dog Lucy is looking for a home on page 19.
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October Diablo Gazette: Half Moon Bay, Tom Franco Interview and Upcoming 10/30 event, and More
Lots of content in this month’s Gazette, please see my interview on page 16 with actor/sculpture artist Tom Franco.
Also, check out my piece on Half Moon Bay on page 11, TWO book reviews this month for Tosca Lee’s medical thrillers on page 14, plus sweet Bennet and info on dog food recalls in my dog rescue column on page 15.
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10/30 Speaking Event
I’m excited to announce I’ll be speaking at the Lafayette Library along with four other talented artists/authors, including Tom Franco (brother to actor James Franco). Optional: Come in costume as your favorite literary character or author for a chance to win prizes too! Don’t miss out on this fun event!!!
Saturday October 30th at noon at the Lafayette Library & Learning Center Amphitheater, 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. The writers will read excerpts from their work, while Tom and another local artist will discuss a selection of their artwork. A Q&A and outdoor reception will follow.

July Diablo Gazette
Any bird of prey enthusiasts out there? Please see my story on the remarkable recovery of the peregrine falcon in East SF Bay on page 11. Also see my book review of The River by Peter Heller on page 9 and sweet one-eyed husky Colleen who needs a home on page 16. Also on page 16, don’t miss household dangers for your dog, dog owner liability, the winner of Westminster agility, and making your dog a blog star. And gardeners – check out David George’s column on sage on p. 6.
#birdwatching #birdlovers #reader #huskylife
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June 2021 Diablo Gazette
Check out my review of Born a Crime by Trevor Noah on page 19 and sweet, senior Sammy, as well as the First Responders Dog Program on page 20.
http://www.diablogazette.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Diablo-Gazette-JUN_21D.pdf
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