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February 27, 2016 p.m.terrell joined more than 75 authors, publishers and literary agents at the Fifth Annual Book 'Em North Carolina event, held on Saturday, February 27, 2016 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM at Robeson Community College in Lumberton, North Carolina. For more details, visit www.bookemnc.org.  
July 2015 Book Tour

 

July 6: Yeah Books! Interview http://www.yeahbooksblog.com/2015/07/author-interview-thin-slice-of-heaven.html


July 7: It's Raining Books An interview with p.m.terrell: http://its-raining-books.blogspot.com/2015/07/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm-terrell-q.html


July 8: Romance Novel Giveaways Find out some of the inside true stories behind the writing of p.m.terrell’s latest book: http://romancenovelgiveaways.blogspot.com/2015/07/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pmterrell-fun.html


July 9: The Avid Reader Which period in history p.m.terrell would most like to live in: http://the-avidreader.blogspot.com/2015/07/09-virtual-tour-a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm-terrell-GF.html


July 10: Room With Books – Writing about the paranormal – psychic spies and haunted houses: http://roomwithbooks.com/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-book-tour/


July 13: Read a special interview with p.m.terrell at Two Ends of the Pen: http://twoendsofthepen.blogspot.com/2015/07/interview-with-pm-terrell-thin-slice-of.html
 

July 14: Visit Musings and Ramblings for a guest post by p.m.terrell on Writing About the Paranormal: http://www.musingsandramblings.net/2015/07/guest-post-thin-slice-of-heaven-pm.html
 

July 14: Visit Christine Young for an exclusive interview with p.m.terrell: http://christineyoungauthor.com/2015/07/14/christine-presents-a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-p-m-terrell/comment-page-1/
 

July 15: Long and Short Reviews says, “Technically perfect, quite enjoyable and delightfully different, A Thin Slice of Heaven cemented my admiration for the author and ensures I’ll be picking up future releases.” Read the entire review here: http://www.longandshortreviews.com/book-reviews/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm-terrell/
 

July 16: Why Ireland inspires so many of p.m.terrell’s books: Book 'Em North Carolina
 

July 16: Visit BooksChatter for an exclusive interview with p.m.terrell: http://bookschatter.blogspot.com/2015/07/Q-A-thin-slice-of-heaven.html

July 17: Visit with p.m.terrell at Queen of All She Reads for information on her travels to Ireland and Scotland: http://queenofallshereads.blogspot.com/2015/07/virtual-tour-giveaway-for-thin-slice-of.html
 

July 20: Find out about the 10 People p.m.terrell Wishes She’d Known at Laurie's Paranormal Thoughts and Reviews : http://lauriethoughts-reviews.blogspot.com/2015/07/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm-terrell.html

July 21: Visit with the Blog of author Jacey Holbrand to find out what p.m.terrell enjoys the most about writing: https://jaceyholbrand.wordpress.com/2015/07/21/alive-with-secrets-from-centuries-past-ghosts-magic-pmterrell-goddessfish/
 

July 21: Find out how p.m.terrell became traditionally published at SolaFide Self-Publishing and Book Blog : http://solafidepublishing.net/index.php/2015/07/21/getting-traditionally-published-by-p-m-terrell-author-of-a-thin-slice-of-heaven/
 

July 22: Visit Booklover Sue for an exclusive interview with p.m.terrell: http://bookloversue.blogspot.com/2015/07/excerpt-author-interview-giveaway-thin.html
 

July 23: Visit Author B. L. Blair's Blog for a profile of p.m.terrell and A Thin Slice of Heaven: http://blblair100.blogspot.com/2015/07/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm-terrell.html
 

July 24: read p.m.terrell’s advise to new authors at Author Nancy Adams : http://fancynancyadams.blogspot.com/2015/07/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pmterrell.html
 

July 27: p.m.terrell’s favorite book covers at fundinmental Which one is your favorite?
 

July 28: Straight from the Library rates the book four stars and says, “This book is very much a page-turner… It had everything I could ask for in a ghostly romance!” http://straightfromlibrary.blogspot.com/2015/07/straight-reading-from-library-thin.html

July 29: Read an exclusive interview with p.m.terrell at Welcome to My World of Dreams  : http://jhthomas.blogspot.com/2015/07/q-with-pm-terrell-author-of-thin-slice.html

 

July 31: Are all writers depressed? Find out what p.m.terrell has to say about this in an exclusive guest post: http://writerwonderland.weebly.com/goddess-fish-tour/thin-slice-of-heaven-stop-giveaway

 

May 2015 Book Tour

May 4, 2015: Excerpt and trailer: http://mikkysworldofbooks.blogspot.fr/2015/05/book-promo-excerpt-giveaway-thin-slice.html

 

May 5, 2015: Top 5 Books or Series: http://mythicalbooks.blogspot.ro/2015/05/trapped-between-parallel-worlds-thin.html

 

May 6, 2015: http://the-avidreader.blogspot.com/2015/05/blog-tour-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm.html

 

May 7, 2015: Dream Cast: http://roxykade.blogspot.com/2015/05/blog-tour-dream-cast-giveaway-thin.html

 

May 8, 2015: Dream Cast and Videos: http://bookemnc.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-thin-slice-of-heaven.html

 

May 8, 2015: Spotlight: http://www.crazybeautifulreviews.blogspot.com/2015/05/blog-tour-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm.html

 

May 9, 2015: Interview with p.m.terrell: http://libriamicimiei.blogspot.it/2015/05/blog-tour-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm.html (Slovenia)

 

May 10, 2015: The soundtrack for the book: http://www.bawakas-bookfair.blogspot.com/2015/05/spotlight-w-book-soundtrack-thin-slice.html

 

May 10, 2015: Soundtrack for the book: http://ogitchidabookblog.blogspot.ca/2015/05/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-blog-tourgiveaway.html (Canada)

 

May 12, 2015: Excerpt and Soundtrack: http://biggirlsheartbooks.blogspot.com/2015/05/ghbt-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm-terrell.html

 

May 13, 2015: Excerpt: http://ravynrayne.com/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-p-m-terrell/

 

May 14, 2015: Review from Bookworm Bettie says, “a mystery, ghost story, and a tale of timeless love all rolled into one… a unique and fascinating journey that I would recommend to anyone who likes a bit of mystery to their romances.” Read the entire review here: http://www.bookwormbetties.com/2015/05/blog-tour-review-giveaway-thin-slice-of.html

 

May 14, 2015: Join p.m.terrell for an interview at http://dealsharingaunt.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm-terrell.html

 

May 15, 2015: Review of A Thin Slice of Heaven: http://kjreadsalot.blogspot.com/2015/05/blog-tour-thin-slice-of-heaven.html

 

May 16, 2015: Special interview at: http://melandlanawrite.blogspot.com/2015/05/ghbt-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm-terrell.html

 

May 18, 2015: Spotlight on A Thin Slice of Heaven: http://tyffanickemp.com/531/

 

May 19, 2015: Dream cast for A Thin Slice of Heaven: http://crystalsoutthere.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-blog-tour.html

 

May 20, 2015: Review of A Thin Slice of Heaven: http://sabrinasparanormalpalace.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-thin-slice-of-heaven-blog-tour.html

 

May 21, 2015: Songs I listen to while writing: http://authorsyouwanttoread.com/2015/05/21/booktour-and-giveaway-a-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-p-m-terrell-pmterrell/

 

May 22, 2015: Spotlight on A Thin Slice of Heaven: https://mamareniazen.wordpress.com/2015/05/22/868/

 

May 23, 2015: Dream cast for the movie: http://the-avidreader.blogspot.com/2015/05/blog-tour-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm-terrell-ghb.html

 

May 24, 2015: http://biggirlsheartbooks.blogspot.com/2015/05/ghbt-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm-terrell_24.html

 

May 25, 2015: Interview with p.m.terrell: http://kjreadsalot.blogspot.com/2015/05/blog-tour-thin-slice-of-heaven-by-pm.html

 

August 24, 2014 Books are Love says, “A wonderful read from start to finish” Read the entire review at http://hello-booklover.tumblr.com/post/95628095940/the-tempest-murders-by-pm-terrell-pmterrell-blog
August 21, 2014 Special guest appearance at http://mythicalbooks.blogspot.com/2014/08/excerpt-and-giveaway-tempest-murders-by.html
August 18, 2014

Excerpt from The Tempest Murders:

http://cajunbooklover.blogspot.com/2014/08/blog-tour-tempest-murders-by-pm-terrell.html
August 17, 2014

The Search for a Soul Mate:

http://www.kindleobsessed.com/sarcasm-its-best/search-soul-mate-guest-post-pm-terrell/
August 16, 2014

Excerpt from The Tempest Murders:

http://avidbookcollector.blogspot.com/2014/08/virtual-book-tour-tempest-murders-by-p.html
August 15, 2014 A guest appearance in Italy – p.m.terrell’s first ever: http://libriamicimiei.blogspot.it/2014/08/blog-tour-review-tempest-murders-by-pm.html
August 14, 2014 Join p.m.terrell for a discussion of the weather as an antagonist: https://booksaz.wordpress.com/2014/08/14/blog-tour-the-tempest-murders-by-p-m-terrell/
August 13, 2014 Books Direct featuring a review of The Tempest Murders: http://booksdirectonline.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/the-tempest-murders-by-p-m-terrell.html
August 10, 2014 CBY Book Club http://cbybookclub.blogspot.co.uk/2014/08/blog-tour-excerpt-giveaway-tempest.html
August 8, 2014 Harps Romance Book Review hosted p.m.terrell and The Tempest Murders. Weigh in on whether you believe in soul mates: http://www.harpsromancebookreview.com/2014/08/tempest-murders-p-m-terrell-blog-tour-giveaway/
August 7, 2014 Simplistic Reviews http://simplisticreviews.com/the-tempest-murders-virtual-book-tour-giveaway/
August 6, 2014 Sun Mountain Reviews hosted p.m.terrell and The Tempest Murders http://sunmountainreviews.wordpress.com/2014/08/06/
August 5, 2014 Read the inside story of the writing of The Tempest Murders at Deal Sharing Aunt http://dealsharingaunt.blogspot.com/2014/08/the-tempest-murders-by-pm-terrell.html
August 4, 2014 Catch an interview about p.m.terrell’s writing career at Reading Addiction http://www.readingaddictionvbt.com/2014/08/tour-kick-off-tempest-murders-by.html
May 30, 2014

Special Interview with p.m.terrell about her writing at Harps Romance Book Review: http://www.harpsromancebookreview.com/2014/05/interview-p-m-terrell-author-pendulum-files-goddess-fish-promotions-giveaway/

May 28, 2014

Join p.m.terrell for an interview at http://pratr.wordpress.com/2014/05/30/giveaway-the-pendulum-files-by-p-m-terrell/

May 27, 2014

Join pp.m.terrell  for an interview at Susan A. Author Blogspot:http://susanaauthor.wordpress.com/2014/05/27/the-pendulum-files-a-political-thriller-by-p-m-terrell/ (May 27 – Interview)

May 26, 2014

Join p.m.terrell  for an interview at Kristabel Reed's Blog: http://kristabelreed.blogspot.com/2014/05/interview-with-pmterrell-and-her-new.html (May 26 - Interview)

May 23, 2014

Join p.m.terrell  for a special blog on how she did the unthinkable: http://letsgetbooked.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-pendulum-files-by-pm-terrell.html (May 23 - Doing the Unthinkable)

May 22, 2014

Visit Books Direct for a review of The Pendulum Files and a special interview: http://booksdirectonline.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-pendulum-files-by-p-m-terrell.html K.J. Patridge says in her five-star review: "p. m. terrell makes it come together so magically, making us a part of their world. pm is most definitely a master wordsmith, plying her craft so well as to make us fall under her spell and never ever want to come back out."

May 21, 2014

Read p.m.terrell's take on being an author: http://jhthomas.blogspot.com/2014/05/being-writer-by-pm-terrell.html (May 21 - On Being a Writer)

May 20, 2014

Who would you like to see play the characters when Black Swamp Mysteries is made into a movie? http://carpe-diem-sieze-the-day.blogspot.com/2014/05/guest-post-pendulum-files-casting.html

May 19, 2014

Visit Carolina Clemmons for a special interview with p.m.terrell: http://carolineclemmons.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-pendulum-files.html (May 19 - Interview with p.m.terrell)

May 16, 2014

Casting the Movie: who would you like to see playing the lead roles? http://madhoydenish.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-pendulum-files-pm-terrell-casts.html

May 14, 2014

Who do you envision when you read the Black Swamp Mysteries series? http://pwrspot.blogspot.com/2014/05/author-interview-and-spotlight-pm.html

May 14, 2014

What writers can learn by watching HGTV: http://bookreviewsbydee.com/pendulum-files/

May 12, 2014

Join p.m.terrell for an interview about her writing career: http://kinkyvanillaromance.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-pendulum-files-by-pm-terrell-author.html

May 9, 2014

Loving that Irish Man: http://authorisabelroman.blogspot.com/2014/05/guest-pmterrell-and-her-new-release.html

May 8, 2014

What scares p.m.terrell the most: http://www.longandshortreviews.com/guest-blogs/as-an-author-what-scares-me-the-most-by-p-m-terrell-guest-blog-and-giveaway/

May 7, 2014

The inside story of The Pendulum Files: http://its-raining-books.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-pendulum-files-by-pm-terrell.html

May 6, 2014

The Research Behind The Pendulum Files: http://thereadingaddict-elf.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-pendulum-files-by-pm-terrell-guest.html

May 5, 2014 If you missed the inside story of psychic spy Vicki Boyd, visit Room with Books for the inside scoop: http://roomwithbooks.com/terrell-the-pendulum-files/
February 22, 2014 p.m.terrell and more than 75 authors, publishers and literary agents were at the Third Annual Book 'Em North Carolina event, to be held on Saturday, February 22, 2014 from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM at Robeson Community College in Lumberton, North Carolina. For more details, visit www.bookemnc.org. The fifth book in the Black Swamp Mysteries series, The Pendulum Files, launched at this event! 
October 11, 2013 Read a very special book review from the Celtic Lady's Reviews, in which the reviewer says, "Dylan's Song is an exciting mystery that has romance, danger, modern technology along with the beauty of Ireland and its culture... I highly recommend this series." Read the entire review here.
October 11, 2013 Visit Jody's Book Reviews to read a review of Dylan's Song and read an excerpt from the book. All the information is here.
October 10, 2013 Visit Dalene's Book Reviews to read a review of Dylan's Song and inside information about the book, including an excerpt. Read the entire blog here.
October 8, 2013 p.m.terrell made a special appearance at It's Raining Books. Visit the website here for information on Dylan's Song, including a review of the book. The reviewer said, "Good suspense, good romance, good characters and good writing. Who could ask for more?"
October 7, 2013 Visit Ashley's Blog for information about Dylan's Song, including a review of the book. All the information is here.
October 1, 2013 Gin's Book Notes says about Vicki's Key, "I have turned into a huge P.M. Terrell fan. I love her unique writing style and the fact that she is not afraid to do something different than the norm in series writing." Read the entire review here
September 30, 2013 Straight from the Library interviewed p.m.terrell. Find out what books she's reading now, and which are her favorites! Read the entire interview here.
September 30, 2013 Gin's Book Notes says about Exit 22, "The action is non-stop, the romance is hot... the assassin is a brilliantly written character..." Read the entire review here.
September 30, 2013 Maggie Thom listed the 10 Best Things that have occurred in p.m.terrell's life. Read about them here.
September 28, 2013 Bookish and Bushytailed provided an overview of each of the books in the Black Swamp Mysteries series. Read about them here.
September 26, 2013 Books and Bindings says about Dylan's Song, "I kept trying to guess what happens next only to find it was better than what I had imagined." Read the entire review here.
September 23, 2013 Danita Minnis gave a fun interview with p.m.terrell, including whether she's ever put her own fear of something into one of her books. Read the entire interview here.
September 23, 2013 The Avid Reader provided an inside look of Exit 22, the book that started the Black Swamp Mysteries series. Read about it here.
September 21, 2013 Fated Paranormals says about Dylan's Song, "p.m.terrell is without doubt one of the best authors I have had the pleasure of reading." Read the entire review here.
September 21, 2013 Niecey Roy provides a complete list of the actors who should play the starring roles in the Black Swamp Mysteries series - complete with pictures! See it here.
September 19, 2013 Books and Bindings says about Secrets of a Dangerous Woman, "p.m.terrell continues to amaze me with how well-developed her plot and characters are... Just when you think it couldn't get better than the last book, she surprises you and delivers a better book than the last." Read the entire review here.
September 18, 2013 Maggie Thom says of Vicki's Key, "Highly recommended!" Read the entire review here.
September 17, 2013 Write Away Bliss provides a behind-the-scenes look at Dylan's Song and biographies of the main characters. Read it all here.
September 16, 2013 Wicked Readings asked p.m.terrell what inspired her to be a writer. See what her answer was here.
September 16, 2013 Crystal's Out There Reviews provides a behind-the-scenes look at the main characters in the Black Swamp Mysteries series, who should play them, complete with pictures! Read all about it here.
September 15, 2013 Fated Paranormals says about Secrets of a Dangerous Woman, "Mystery buffs will enjoy every word, and p.m.terrell is the bomb!" Read the entire review here.
September 14, 2013 Bawaka's Book Fair says about Vicki's Key, "It took me places I certainly wasn't expecting to go... make this your next read." Read the entire interview here.
September 13, 2013 Books and Bindings says about Vicki's Key, "With psychic abilities, strong and unforgettable characters, romantic twist, action, intrigue, CIA and murder, Vicki's Key will leave you completely satisfied..." Read the entire review here.
September 13, 2013 That Bites Book Talk Reviews provided a biography of each of the main characters in the Black Swamp Mysteries series. Read about them here.
September 13, 2013 Krystal's Enchanting Reads provided an overview of each book in the Black Swamp Mysteries series. Read about them here.
September 12, 2013 Reading Bliss provided an overview of each of the books in the Black Swamp Mysteries series. Read all about them here.
September 11, 2013 Scandalous Book Blog provided an overview of each of the books in the Black Swamp Mysteries series. Read about them here.
September 11, 2013 Niecey Roy says about Vicki's Key, "I didn't want to put it down... You won't want to miss this one!" Read the entire review here.
September 9, 2013 Booksmarks, Spoilers and Happily Ever Afters gave an overview of each book in the Black Swamp Mysteries series. Read about it here.
September 9, 2013 Fated Paranormals says about Vicki's Key, "p.m.terrell has proven again why she is so good at what she does." Read the entire review here!
September 9, 2013 Musings and Ramblings had a fun interview with p.m.terrell, asking questions no one else has ever asked - including who she'd pick for her parents! Read the entire interview here.
September 9, 2013 Out of the Lockbox interviewed p.m.terrell about Secrets of a Dangerous Woman. Read the entire interview here.
September 7, 2013 A Page Away provided an overview of each of the books in the Black Swamp Mysteries series. Read about it here.
September 6, 2013 My Family Hearts Book Reviews shared information on the Black Swamp Mysteries series - character biographies, the soundtrack, and much more! Read it all here.
September 6, 2013 Author Leah DW gave an inside peek and excerpt from Exit 22. Read all about it here.
September 5, 2013 Books and Bindings says Exit 22 is a powerful mystery and suspense. Read the entire review here.
September 4, 2013 p.m.terrell spoke about "The Joys of Editing" with Sarah Cradit. Read the entire post here. 
September 3, 2013 Fated Paranormals reviewed Exit 22, and said it was a "turning, twisting mystery that wouldn't fail to thrill any mystery lover's heart." Read the entire review here.
September 2, 2013 The Paranormal Book Fairy profiled all four of the Black Swamp Mysteries books. See the entire post here.
August 16, 2013 It's Raining Books says about Secrets of a Dangerous Woman, "There are many secrets at work here - and p.m. does a tremendous job at weaving them together seamlessly." Read the entire review here.
August 15, 2013 Dalene's Book Reviews says Secrets of a Dangerous Woman "has so many plot twists you can't put this book down... a thriller filled with strong characters that will leave you awestruck, it's action packed!" And the reviewer rates it five stars. Read the entire review here.
August 14, 2013 Long and Short Reviews rates Secrets of a Dangerous Woman five stars and says, "The author is truly skilled and, with her apt descriptions and well chosen words, she really amps up the suspense." Read the entire review here.
August 13, 2013 Straight from the Library rates Secrets of a Dangerous Woman five stars and says, "p.m.terrell has a gift for pulling the reader into non-stop adventure... Once you start reading her books, you literally don't want to put them down!" Read the entire review here.
August 12, 2013 Queen of the Night Reviews rates Secrets of a Dangerous Woman five stars and says, "Terrell's attention to detail and story progression is top notch." Read the entire review here.
August 12, 2013 Andi's Book Reviews calls Secrets of a Dangerous Woman a "thrilling page-turner" - read the entire review here.
July 29, 2013 p.m.terrell was interviewed by Paty Jager at Writing Into the Sunset, about what wwoofers, Stephen King and psychic spies--and terrell's own writing--have in common! Read the full blog here.
July 22, 2013 p.m.terrell visited Caroline Clemmons at A Writer's Life and spoke about her decision to go from stand-alone books to writing a series, and the changes and research that entails. Read the full interview here.
July 15, 2013 p.m.terrell was interviewed by Tina Donahue, including the surprising question and answer about what kind of animal she would like to be, and what she would do with lottery winnings and how she would like to change the world. Read the entire interview here.
July 15, 2013 p.m.terrell was a guest at Musings and Ramblings, in which she spoke about her life prior to becoming a full-time author and how the computer industry and her previous jobs influenced her books on cybercrime and law enforcement. Read the full interview here.
July 8, 2013 p.m.terrell was interviewed at Full Moon Rising. Some of the questions she was asked was who would she want to be marooned on a desert island with, and who should portray me if my life was a movie. Read the full interview here.
April 10, 2013 p.m.terrell was the guest blogger at Writers and Authors, the place for people in the writing industry. She spoke about her prediction for the future of reading. Read the entire blog here.
April 9, 2013 Liza O'Connor interviewed p.m.terrell in a funny, unique conversation about her writing and her life. Read the entire interview here.
April 9, 2013 At See Jane Publish, p.m.terrell was interviewed about her writing - and the funniest and most exciting things that have occurred in her writing career. Read the entire interview here.
April 8, 2013 At Hope, Dreams, Life and Love, p.m.terrell was interviewed about her path to publication. Read the entire interview here.
April 8, 2013 p.m.terrell was interviewed at Writing Into The Sunset about crafting a suspense/thriller and the subgenres of suspense her Black Swamp Mysteries covers: political suspense, psychological suspense, action/adventure and techno-thriller. Read the entire interview here.
April 5, 2013 Caroline Clemmons interviewed p.m.terrell at A Writer's Life about her life, her early years, and her writing. You can read the entire interview here.
April 4, 2013 Long and Short Reviews asked p.m.terrell to talk about a day in her life. Her answer might surprise you! Read the entire response here.
April 2, 2013 Janna Shay interviewed p.m.terrell about the writing of Black Swamp Mysteries and particularly Dylan Maguire. You can read the entire interview here.
April 1, 2013 p.m.terrell was interviewed by the Deal Sharing Aunt about Dylan Maguire, Vicki Boyd, Ireland and the writing of Dylan's Song. Read the entire interview here.
March 29, 2013 Happily Ever After featured Dylan's Song as The Book of the Day and spoke with p.m.terrell about crafting suspense. You can read the entire interview here.
March 28, 2013 Desiree Holt reviewed p.m.terrell's book, Dylan's Song, and also conducted an interesting interview. You can read the entire interview here.
March 27, 2013 Fellow suspense author Maggie Thom reviewed p.m.terrell's 15th release, Dylan's Song, and asked terrell which book she would most like to see as a movie. Her answer might surprise you. You can read the entire interview here.
March 26, 2013 p.m.terrell was interviewed by Hywela Lyn in Wales, UK, about the range of characters in the Black Swamp Mysteries series and how she crafts characters. You can read the entire interview here
March 25, 2013 p.m.terrell appeared on Fiction Writing and Other Oddities about writing and particularly research. You can read the entire interview here.
March 22, 2013 p.m.terrell was interviewed on The Cerebral Writer about her unique way of crafting suspense. You can read the entire interview here.
March 22, 2013 p.m.terrell spoke at a rare public appearance at 3:00 PM at the Pine Hurst Public Library about the inside story of Black Swamp Mysteries and her writing.
March 22, 2013 Out of the Lockbox interviewed p.m.terrell about her writing, her favorite story and authors she enjoys reading. You can read the entire interview here.
March 21, 2013 Full Moon Dreaming conducted a unique interview with p.m.terrell, asking questions you won't see anywhere else. You can read the entire interview here.
March 21, 2013 In a special interview on The Muse, host Claire Ashgrove asked why p.m.terrell chose Ireland as the backdrop for Dylan's Song. You can read the entire interview here.
March 20, 2013 Christy McKee conducted a very personal interview with p.m.terrell, providing more insight on how and why she writes her books. You can read the entire interview here.
March 19, 2013 p.m.terrell appeared on Andi's Book Reviews in an exclusive interview, which you can read here, providing an inside peek of Dylan's Song and Black Swamp Mysteries.
March 18, 2013 p.m.terrell was a guest at Sandra's Blog. Sandra asked if she'd ever had a character take on a larger or different role than originally intended. You can read the answer in its entirety here.
March 18, 2013 If you missed p.m.terrell's guest appearance at My Reading Obsession, you can read it here.
March 14, 2013

p.m.terrell appeared in downtown Lumberton, North Carolina for the launch of her 15th book, Dylan's Song. She spoke at the Carolina Civic Center on Chestnut Street in Lumberton beginning at 7 pm. After her talk, she signed copies of her most popular books.
March 11, 2013 Five things you never knew about p.m.terrell at It's Raining Books!
March 11, 2013 Visit Andi's Book Reviews for an interview with p.m.terrell about the Book 'Em Foundation and Book 'Em North Carolina.
March 4, 2013 Visit Books are Magic for an overview and excerpts from p.m.terrell's Black Swamp Mysteries series.
February 25, 2013 Visit You Gotta Read for a special interview with p.m.terrell about her writing and what influenced her.
February 23, 2013  p.m.terrell is the co-founder of The Book 'Em Foundation and founder of Book 'Em North Carolina. She appeared at the second annual Book 'Em North Carolina with 75+ authors, publishers, literary agents, and a Hollywood producer and director on February 23, 2013 in Lumberton, NC to raise money for literacy.
February 18, 2013 Visit Loose the Hounds for a special overview of the Black Swamp Mysteries series, including Exit 22, Vicki's Key and Secrets of a Dangerous Woman.
February 7, 2013 Visit Books, Books, the Magical Fruit for an interview with p.m.terrell that you won't find anywhere else!
February 6, 2013 Visit She Really Said It for a book feature of Secrets of a Dangerous Woman and an excerpt.
February 1, 2013 Join p.m.terrell today at The Avid Reader, where you'll visit her books and her world through her eyes.
January 31, 2013 Visit Black Lilac Kitty today to read an excerpt from Secrets of a Dangerous Woman and behind the scenes information from p.m.terrell.
January 29, 2013 Join p.m.terrell today at Books, Books and More Books, where she discusses her writing and reveals information you won't see anywhere else!
January 25, 2013 A review of Secrets of a Dangerous Woman will be posted today at Three Partners
January 23, 2013 Join p.m.terrell today at The First Link where she'll be answering questions about the Black Swamp Mystery series
January 17, 2013 p.m.terrell visits Canada today at Writers and Books with Secrets of a Dangerous Woman
December 13, 2012 Join p.m.terrell today at A Book Lover's Library.
December 11, 2012 Catch a very special review of p.m.terrell's latest book and a guest interview at huithiang!
December 6, 2012 Tune into Angels and Warriors Radio for a special interview with p.m.terrell.
December 4, 2012 p.m.terrell is visiting the UK today at Bookalicious Traveladdict. Pop in for a book excerpt and feature.
November 30, 2012 p.m.terrell is the guest blogger today at Lori's Reading Corner.
November 28, 2012 Mass Musings conducts a special interview today with p.m.terrell.
November 26, 2012 Check out Waiting on Sunday to Drown, where p.m.terrell makes a special appearance today.
November 23, 2012 p.m.terrell is the special guest today at Writing Innovations.
November 21, 2012 Pop over to MK McClintock's Blogspot for a very special interview with p.m.terrell that you won't find anywhere else!
November 20, 2012 p.m.terrell will speak to a book club at 7:30 pm in Red Springs, North Carolina about Book 'Em North Carolina.
November 19, 2012 Catch p.m.terrell today on WPDE with Cecil Chandler at 11:30 am in Conway, South Carolina as she talks about Book 'Em North Carolina.
November 19, 2012 Catch p.m.terrell at The Changing Face of Publishing, where she is the guest blogger for the day.
November 15, 2012 Check out p.m.terrell's latest appearances at the VBT Cafe Blog and learn some fun facts about the author.
November 14, 2012 p.m.terrell will be speaking today at Pine Crest Country Club to The Inquirers Book Club about Book 'Em North Carolina.
November 13, 2012 Join p.m.terrell at the Lumberton Rotary Club at 12:30 at The Village Station to hear the latest about Book 'Em North Carolina.
November 6, 2012 Join p.m.terrell for a radio interview with Kala Ambrose on the story behind the psychic in the Black Swamp Mysteries series.
October 25, 2012 Discover how p.m.terrell became interested in writing and which people in her childhood influecned her at Tamaria Soana.
October 24, 2012 What 10 things would you be surprised to know about p.m.terrell? Find the answers here, at Book Reviews by Dee!
October 23, 2012 Discover what types of research p.m.terrell does for her books: how much time she spends researching and where she gets her information. You'll find these answers at Lisa Haselton's Books and Reviews.
October 17, 2012 Find out which authors influenced p.m.terrell's writing, the genre she chose, and how she writes her books at Kasey's Konnections.
October 15, 2012 Find out whether p.m.terrell writes by the seat of her pants or if she plots and plans her books. Visit My Reading Obsession for the scoop.
October 10, 2012 Find out what quirky ritual p.m.terrell has while working on scenes in her book by visiting Fighter Writer.
October 9, 2012 Visit Immortality and Beyond to find out what one piece of advice p.m.terrell would give to a new or aspiring author. The answer might surprise you.
October 8, 2012 Black Velvet Seductions asked questions about p.m.terrell's first series, Black Swamp Mysteries, including what goals she has for each book and what she hopes to accomplish.
October 5, 2012 Bunny's Reviews asked some intriguing questions of p.m.terrell, including what advice she would give to new authors. Find out her answers here.
October 4, 2012 Visit p.m.terrell as she's interviewed by Debbie Wallace at Romance with an Attitude. And find out who one of her real-life heroes is and why!
October 3, 2012 p.m.terrell discusses the founding of The Book 'Em Foundation and the link between high illiteracy rates and high crime rates at Queen of All She Reads.
October 2, 2012 In her second appearance of the day, p.m.terrell discusses her background working with the CIA, Secret Service and Department of Defense and how it inspired some of her books. She also discusses the real psychic spy program and how she stumbled upon it. Read the interview at Sandra Cox's Blog.
October 2, 2012 Visit p.m.terrell as interviewer and fellow author Christine Young asks her who she would select for the roles of each of her characters in the Black Swamp Mysteries series.
October 1, 2012 Visit p.m.terrell at Desiree Holt Tells All to find out how romance found her and what the most difficult part of writing is for her -- and what comes the easiest.
September 25, 2012

p.m.terrell appeared at the Carolina Civic Center Historic Theatre for the launch of her latest book, Secrets of a Dangerous Woman, which takes place in Lumberton, NC. Attendees heard the inside story of the locations that inspired scenes in this book and how the characters from Exit 22 and Vicki's Key come together for the first time.

 

August 6, 2012 Get a fascinating glimpse into the real world of psychic spies in this riveting discussion between renounced psychic Kala Ambrose and p.m.terrell.
August 3, 2012 You might be more familiar with p.m.terrell's suspense plots than with the romance in them... So get a firsthand look at how she planned for two main characters, Vicki Boyd and Dylan Maguire, to meet - and a first glimpse into what's in store for them in future books. Join her at Reader Girls.
August 2, 2012 If you've never heard the story behind the writing of p.m.terrell's first suspense/thriller, Kickback, join the author at Jersey Girl Book Reviews for an inside look of the time she turned over evidence to the FBI on real trucking kickback schemes.
August 1, 2012 Don't miss The Author's View to find out what p.m.terrell sees in her office every day while she is writing her books. It's an inside scoop you won't see anywhere else!
July 31, 2012 Join p.m.terrell at Rachel Brimble's for her candid thoughts on writing--the best part, the worst part and everything in between. And find out which book was written by another author that she wishes she had written!
July 30, 2012 Ever wonder if p.m.terrell could have one paranormal ability, what she'd want to have? Or if she could own one mythical pet, what that would be? Visit her at Storm Goddess Book Reviews and learn these fun facts and many more.
July 27, 2012 Take a glimpse into p.m.terrell's early life: growing up as the daughter of an FBI Agent during the Civil Rights Movement and Vietnam Era; who first inspired her to write; and the genres she loves the most. You'll find all this and more at Coffee Addicted Writer.
July 26, 2012 Ever wonder how p.m.terrell can write so many books? In 2012, she'll have written more than 1,200 pages and 3 new books! Find out how she conquers writer's block at Change the Word.
July 25, 2012 Ever wonder if p.m.terrell has any interesting writing quirks? What she wanted to be when she grew up? And when she first considered being a writer? Find out at Lisa Haselton's Reviews and Interviews.
July 24, 2012 Following on the heels of things you don't know about p.m.terrell are 10 Totally Random Facts About Me at Lil Gracie Lou!
July 23, 2012 Ever wish for a sneak peak into p.m.terrell's life? Find out at LASR: Mystery the 10 Things People Don't Know About Me! written by p.m.terrell.
July 20, 2012 Find out at Paranormal Romantic Suspense why one of the main characters in the Black Swamp Mysteries Series is Irish - and how close he came to becoming Scottish or Australian instead.
July 19, 2012 Visit p.m.terrell at It's Raining Books and answer the question she has for you - where do you buy your books? Online, in a book store, or other places? And learn something you won't hear anywhere else - what the author sees when she sits down to her computer every day!
July 18, 2012 Now here's something you won't find anywhere else: The Top Three Best and Worst Moments of p.m.terrell's Life! Visit her at Books are Magic.
July 17, 2012 Find out where p.m.terrell gets her inspiration, her plot and character ideas, and expertise at Rogue Angels. Read two excerpts from Vicki's Key - one romantic and one involving a murdered man.
July 16, 2012 Ever wonder how p.m.terrell selects the character whose eyes the reader sees through? Find out why some of her main characters are female and some are male and how the sex determines the way they see the world - and describe it to you. Visit her at Live to Read Blogspot.
July 16 - August 3, 2012

p.m.terrell embarked on a Virtual Book Tour of blogs, interviews and book reviews of her latest book, Vicki's Key. If you haven't been able to attend one of p.m.terrell's talks and signings in person, you'll love reading all the behind-the-scenes scoop on her books and career!

The beauty of a blog tour is her interviews, book excerpts and reviews are kept online.

May 29, 2012 p.m.terrell was the keynote speak at the Annual Dinner for the Friends of the Robeson County Public Library. She spoke about the publishing industry, Book 'Em North Carolina and her books sets in Lumberton - Vicki's Key, Exit 22 and her soon-to-be-released Secrets of a Dangerous Woman.
May 19, 2012 If you missed p.m.terrell's live radio interview at Suspense Magazine, you can now listen to it online at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/suspensemagazine/2012/05/19/suspense-radio--extended-edition. Her interview begins around the 60 minute mark and continues for half an hour.
April 23, 2012 p.m.terrell spoke at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke about her writing and research into Chinese history, the Tibet takeover, and Chinese-American relations for her suspense/thriller, The China Conspiracy
April 17, 2012 p.m.terrell spoke at the beautiful new Quisenberry Library in Clinton, Mississippi about her newest suspense/thriller, Vicki's Key, including behind-the-scenes information. Her talk was followed by a book signing of all her books.
March 29, 2012 p.m.terrell spoke at Carroll Middle School in Lumberton, NC on Thursday, March 29 at 5:30 pm for Family Literacy Night about her writing, what influences her stories and the impact reading and writing has had on her life. Her talk was followed by a signing of her books.
March 27, 2012

 p.m.terrell had the nationwide launch of her 13th book and 1st series, Vicki's Key, at the Carolina Civic Center in downtown Lumberton, North Carolina on March 27, 2012 at 7:00 pm. She revealed all the behind-the-scenes information about Vicki's Key, the scenes and people from Lumberton who are in the book, and how Lumberton has inspired her to write an entire series set there-including a scene set in the Carolina Civic Center! Her talk was followed by a book signing.
March 24, 2012 Read about p.m.terrell on Fresh Fiction, the inside story of the writing of Vicki's Key and how a particular Celtic Character changed the book.
March 15, 2012 p.m.terrell spoke at the Lumberton Citizen's Academy at the Lumberton, NC Police Department on Thursday, March 15 about the true stories behind her crime novels. The talk was followed by a book signing.
March 13, 2012 Read p.m.terrell's guest blog at fellow author Erin O'Riordan's blogspot, Pagan Spirits, about the writing of Vicki's Key and the CIA psychic spy program.
February 25, 2012

 

p.m.terrell was joined by more than 75 authors and 6 publishers at the First Annual Book 'Em North Carolina writer's conference and book fair! The event took place on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at Robeson Community College in Lumberton, North Carolina. The event was free and open to the public. Book sales benefit literacy campaigns in Robeson County. For more information and a full list of authors, visit www.bookemnc.org.  
May 26, 2011 p.m.terrell provided a very special presentation at The Osterneck Auditorium in Lumberton, North Carolina at 7:00 pm, as she gave behind-the-scenes glimpses of the writing of her books and Lumberton's influence on her writing. Her talk was followed by a book signing.
May 25, 2011 p.m.terrell spoke at the Robeson County Public Library in Red Springs, North Carolina at 3:00 pm, about her career. Her talk was followed by a book signing.
May 25, 2011

 

p.m.terrell spoke at the Kiwanis Club Luncheon at 12:30 at the Pine Crest Country Club in Lumberton, North Carolina, about her career and the influence Lumberton has had on it.
May 25, 2011

 

p.m.terrell spoke on Wednesday, May 25 at 10:00 am at the Robeson County Public Library in Pembroke, near the University of North Carolina about her career. Her talk was followed by a book signing.
May 24, 2011 p.m.terrell spoke at the Lumberton Rotary Club Luncheon at 12:30 at the Village Station in Lumberton, North Carolina, where she spoke about her career and how Lumberton has influenced it.
May 24, 2011 If you couldn't join her in person, listen to p.m.terrell on Talk Radio in Fairmont, North Carolina at 11:00 am, as she talks about the stories behind her newest book, The Banker's Greed. Check back for an Internet link to this interview if you're located outside the regular listening area!
April 26, 2011 p.m.terrell appeared at the G. Chastaine Flynt Library in Flowood, Mississippi. She discussed the inspirations for her critically acclaimed suspense/thrillers and historical novels, including her recent release, The Banker's Greed. Her talk was followed by a book signing.
April 26, 2011 p.m.terrell appeared at the beautiful new Quisenberry Library in Clinton, Mississippi, where she discussed her critically acclaimed suspense/thriller, The Banker's Greed, including behind-the-scenes information! Her talk was followed by a book signing.
April 25, 2011 If you didn't make it to one of p.m.terrell's and T. Randy Stevens' events in person, check out a unique interview with p.m.terrell at Working Stiffs, where she discusses her inspiration for ending each chapter with a cliff-hanger - and how she avoids the "drag" in the middle of her books that some authors experience.
April 25, 2011

 

If you were unable to join p.m.terrell and co-author T. Randy Stevens in person, you can catch her on Hot Radio Now with host Valerie Connelly. It originally aired on Monday, April 25. 
April 8, 2011

p.m.terrell and co-author T. Randy Stevens appeared together again on Friday, April 8 when they signed their books and spoke to readers one-on-one at First Farmers Bank located in downtown Columbia, TN on S. Garden Street.
April 8, 2011 p.m.terrell and co-author T. Randy Stevens appeared together on Thursday, April 8 when they spoke at the Columbia Kiwanis Club's luncheon at the Memorial Building in Columbia, TN. Their talk was followed by a book signing.
April 8, 2011 p.m.terrell and co-author T. Randy Stevens appeared together on Thursday, April 8 when they spoke at the Columbia Rotary Club's breakfast at the Memorial Building in Columbia, TN. Their talk was followed by a book signing.
April 8, 2011 If you didn't get to one of p.m.terrell's and T. Randy Stevens' events in person, check out "5 Minutes with an Author" where p.m.terrell chats about her life as a writer on AuthorScoop.com!
April 7, 2011 p.m.terrell spoke at The Maury County Public Library in Columbia, Tennessee about her writing career, what inspires her plots and characters, and the collaboration efforts on The Banker's Greed. Her talk was followed by a book signing of all her books.
April 7, 2011

p.m.terrell and co-author T. Randy Stevens appeared together on Thursday, April 7 when they signed their books and spoke to readers one-on-one at First Farmers Bank located in downtown Columbia, TN on S. Garden Street.
April 7, 2011 p.m.terrell and co-author T. Randy Stevens spoke on Thursday, April 7 at the Columbia Rotary Club's luncheon at the Memorial Building in Columbia, TN. Their talk was followed by a book signing.
April 6, 2011 p.m.terrell and co-author T. Randy Stevens spoke on Wednesday, April 6 at the Lewisburg Rotary Club's luncheon at Russell's at The Warehouse. Their talk was followed by a book signing.
April 6, 2011

 

p.m.terrell and co-author T. Randy Stevens appeared together on Wednesday, April 6 when they spoke at the Franklin Rotary Club's breakfast at Vanderbilt's Legends Club in Franklin, TN. Their talk was followed by a book signing.
April 5, 2011

 

p.m.terrell spoke at the Nashville Metropolitan Government Archives located in Green Hills in Nashville, Tennessee at 7:00 pm, as she discussed her critically acclaimed suspense/thriller, The Banker's Greed, including behind-the-scenes information. Her talk was followed by a book signing.
April 5, 2011

p.m.terrell met Jim Neely at the Nashville Metropolitan Government Archives located in Green Hills in Nashville, Tennessee. The Neely family and their migration westward during pioneer days and the founding of Fort Nashborough is the subject of terrell's most popular title, Songbirds are Free, and her award-winning book, River Passage. Jim Neely is spearheading the efforts for a Neely Family YDNA Project. If you are a male descendent in the Neely family and wish to participate, please contact us.
April 5, 2011

The Launch continued on April 5, 2011 at noon when p.m.terrell and co-author T. Randy Stevens spoke at the Spring Hill Kiwanis Club's luncheon at Applebee's in Thompson's Station, TN. The event began at 12:00 noon. Their talk was followed by a book signing of The Banker's Greed and all of terrell's suspense/thrillers and historical suspense.
April 5, 2011

p.m.terrell with co-author T. Randy Stevens

The Banker's Greed Nationwide Launch began on April 5, 2011 in the Nashville, TN Metropolitan Area! p.m.terrell and co-author T. Randy Stevens spoke at the Spring Hill Rotary Club's breakfast meeting at the Tennessee Children's Home in Spring Hill, TN. Their talk was followed by a book signing.

 

October 16, 2010

p.m.terrell with fellow author Janet Evanovich
at Book 'Em New Hampshire

p.m.terrell appeared at the Seventh Annual Book 'Em Virginia event, an event she co-founded with fellow author and law enforcement officer Mark Kearney, on Saturday, October 16 at the Kate Collins Middle School in Waynesboro, Virginia. It included dozens of authors speaking one-on-one with fans and selling and signing their books, as well as a variety of solo talks and panel discussions. Check out the Book 'Em website for more information.

 

October 4, 2010 p.m.terrell appeared on the radio program Hot Radio Now on Monday, October 4. If you are outside the Nashville area or you missed the original airing, you can listen to it on the Internet.
September 30, 2010 p.m.terrell appeared at the Hooks Community Center in beautiful St. Pauls, North Carolina for a special benefit for the library in St Pauls. A portion of the proceeds from each book sold was donated to the Annie Hubbard McEachern Public Library.
September 27, 2010 p.m.terrell appeared on the radio program Make a Difference on Monday, September 20. If you missed the show or you are outside the Milwaukee area, you can listen to it on the Internet.
September 16, 2010 p.m.terrell provided a glimpse into the true life stories that inspired each of her books on September 16 at the Carolina Civic Center Historic Theatre in Lumberton, North Carolina. She told stories that have never been heard anywhere else, such as the inspiration for the opening murder scene in Exit 22, the real-life inspiration behind the plot in The China Conspiracy, what a writer's life is really like behind the scenes, and more. Her talk was followed by a book signing of all her suspense/thrillers and historical work.
September 16, 2010 p.m.terrell spoke to the MCM 2100 Introduction to Mass Communications class at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke on Thursday, September 16 as a guest of Professor Dandan Liu. She took students behind the scenes to the marketing and promotional efforts required by many publishers: the world of book touring, press releases, consumer shopping/buying habits, the use of websites for marketing, and much more. See pictures below!
During the Presentation at UNCP Students from the Mass Communications Class Speaking with an Aspiring Writer With Professor Dandan Liu
July 12, 2010 p.m.terrell  spoke about Mary Neely's true story on Kick A** Women in History! on July 12. If you missed the original airing of this radio show, you can listen to it here.
May 12, 2010 On May 12 p.m.terrell spoke at the G. Chastain Flynt Public Library in Flowood, Mississippi. She discussed her award-winning book, River Passage, and the true story that inspired the book. She displayed a slide show of photographs taken as she followed the path of the ill-fated Donelson Journey of 1779-1780. Her talk was followed by a book signing.
May 11, 2010 p.m.terrell returned to Mississippi! On May 11 where she spoke at the beautiful new Clinton Public Library in Clinton, Mississippi. She discussed her award-winning book, River Passage, and the true story that inspired the book. Her talk was followed by a book signing.
February 1, 2010 p.m.terrell spoke  to the Tabor City Book Club on Monday, February 1 about her contemporary suspense/thrillers, her historical suspense/adventures, and upcoming works. Her talk was followed by a signing of all her books.
January 14, 2010 p.m.terrell spoke  at Fun & Fellowship at the First Baptist Church in Lumberton, NC on Thursday, January 14 about her latest  historical suspense/adventure, River Passage. The talk was followed by a book signing.
November 9, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke at the Blue Ridge Regional Library in Martinsville, Virginia on Monday, November 9. She discussed her award-winning book, River Passage, and the true story that inspired it. She also displayed a slide show of photographs taken when she followed that fateful river voyage as she researched the true events for the book. Her talk was followed by a book signing.
November 3, 2009 p.m.terrell appeared live on the Blue Ridge Regional Library's television show, Cover to Cover, on November 3, 2009 (watch it on the web). She discussed her award-winning book, River Passage, and the true story that inspired it.
October 25, 2009 p.m.terrell appeared with several of her author friends at Falls River Books in Raleigh, North Carolina, where she participated in a panel discussion beginning at 1:00 pm, followed by a book signing. Falls River Books is located in the Falls River Town Center at 10940 Raven Ridge Road, across from Ace Hardware.
October 15, 2009 p.m.terrell returned to the Osterneck Auditorium in beautiful downtown Lumberton, North Carolina on October 15 at 7:00 pm for a presentation on her latest book, River Passage, the exciting new adventure/ suspense about the true story of Mary Neely and her journey westward with the ill-fated Donelson Party in 1780. Her talk was followed by a signing of all her books.
October 6, 2009 p.m.terrell was interviewed by host Valerie Connelly on Calling All Authors in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Tuesday, October 6 at 5:00 pm. She discussed her latest book, River Passage, and writing historical adventures inspired by true stories.
September 25, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke at the Columbia, TN Kiwanis Club on Friday, September 25. She discussed the founding of Nashville and the settling of Middle Tennessee with fascinating information about John Donelson's first voyage from Virginia to Fort Nashborough in 1779-1780 and her latest book, River Passage.
September 24, 2009

p.m.terrell joined her good friend, Randy Stevens, the Chairman and CEO of the First Farmers and Merchants Bank in Columbia, Tennessee, for a special booksigning on September 24. She signed copies of her latest book, River Passage, and spoke to fans about the true story behind the book. Many, many thanks to the bank and employees for rolling out the red carpet!

Shown at left: Leesa Stevens, p.m.terrell, and Randy Stevens. Randy assisted p.m.terrell with her last contemporary suspense, Exit 22. They are currently co-writing a contemporary suspense/thriller for release in 2011!

September 24, 2009

p.m.terrell spoke at the Columbia, TN Rotary Club on Thursday, September 24. She discussed the founding of Nashville and the settling of Middle Tennessee with fascinating information about John Donelson's first voyage from Virginia to Fort Nashborough in 1779-1780 and her latest book, River Passage.
September 22, 2009

The nationwide launch for p.m.terrell's latest historical suspense/adventure, River Passage, based on the true story of Mary Neely and the ill-fated Donelson voyage of 1780 was held on September 22 at the Nashville Metro Archives. Terrel spoke about this exciting journey, in which settlers faced Chickamauga Indians, a small pox epidemic, near starvation and frostbite, and showed photographs and video taken as she followed the Donelson Party's river voyage westward from Virginia to Fort Nashborough.
September 22, 2009 p.m.terrell conducted a special encore talk at the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library located at 350 North Wood Avenue in Florence, AL on September 22. She spoke about the sequel to River Passage, Songbirds are Free, and the true story of the abduction and captivity of Mary Neely by Shawnee warriors from 1780 to 1783. Her talk was followed by a signing of all her books.
September 21, 2009 p.m.terrell returned to the Maury County Public Library in Columbia, Tennessee on Monday, September 21, 2009. She displayed a slide show about the harrowing true story of the Donelson Party and their journey westward in 1780. It was a journey that Mary Neely was on with her family, and one that inspired terrell's latest book, River Passage. The talk was followed by a signing of her historical books, Songbirds are Free and River Passage.
September 21, 2009 p.m.terrell conducted a special pre-release talk in Florence, Alabama on Monday, September 21, 2009 at the University of North Alabama. She spoke about the role Northern Alabama played in founding and settling the Cumberlands; the Indian attacks that took place at Muscle Shoals along the Tennessee River, and the true story behind the historical suspense/adventure, River Passage. The talk was followed by a signing of her historical books, Songbirds are Free and River Passage.
September 20, 2009 p.m.terrell made her first appearance in Tuscumbia, Alabama on Sunday, September 20, 2009. She spoke at Coldwater Books at 101 West 6th Street about her latest historical suspense, River Passage, based on the true journey of the Donelson Party in 1780. It is the second book in the Mary Neely series.
July 31, 2009 Just when you think you know all about p.m.terrell, she can surprise you! Be sure to listen in on Fran Stewart's radio program on Voice America; it originally aired on July 31. Fran interviews p.m.terrell about her REAL passion!
July 25, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke on "Keeping Them on the Edge of Their Seats: Writing the Suspense/Thriller" at Austin Peay State University on Saturday, July 25.
July 25, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke on "Captured by Shawnee Warriors: The True Story of Mary Neely" and "Writing the Historical Novel" at Austin Peay State University on Saturday, July 25.
July 24, 2009 p.m.terrell  participated in a special group book signing and reception at the Clarksville Writers Conference Banquet at the Clarksville Country Club on Friday, July 24. 
July 23, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke at the Clarksville Writers Conference in Clarksville, Tennessee on Thursday, July 23, during a Tour Bus Stop at the Neely Log Cabin on Madison Street in Clarksville. p.m.terrell showed the Indian Escape Room built onto the house and provided a brief history of the Neely family's journey to Fort Nashborough, the building of their home, and the tragedies that befell the family as a result of numerous Indian attacks.
May 21, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke at the Maury County Public Library at 211 W. 8th Street in Columbia, Tennessee at 7:00 pm about her latest contemporary suspense/thriller, Exit 22. The talk was followed by a signing of all her books.
May 20, 2009 p.m.terrell appeared in Columbia, Tennessee for a special talk to the Columbia "Thursday" Book Club at 1:00 pm on May 20. The Book Club had selected Songbirds are Free as their monthly read and submitted a book review to the Columbia Daily Herald. She spoke about her writing career and the true stories behind each of her titles. Her talk was followed by a signing of all her books.
May 19, 2009 p.m.terrell returned to Nashville, Tennessee for a special encore presentation at the Nashville Metro Archives on May 19 at 7:00 pm. She discussed the true story of Mary Neely's capture by Shawnee warriors near Fort Nashborough in 1780, and for the first time, she discussed the release of the next book in the Mary Neely saga, River Passage, due to be released in the fall of 2009! Her talk was followed by a book signing of all her titles.
May 16, 2009 As The New Bern Literary Symposium continued in New Bern, North Carolina, p.m.terrell participated in a fascinating panel discussion on Saturday, May 16 from 10:00 to 11:30 am at the New Bern-Craven County Public Library at 400 Johnson Street. Topics included how she writes her books, how she got published, and advice for aspiring writers.
May 15, 2009 p.m.terrell appeared at The New Bern Literary Symposium in New Bern, North Carolina, beginning with the Reception and Awards Ceremony at the Bank of the Arts, 371 Middle Street from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.
April 2, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke at the G. Chastaine Flynt Memorial Library in Flowood, Mississippi on April 2. She gave a slide show presentation with photographs taken while following in Mary Neely's footsteps after her capture by Shawnee warriors.
April 2, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke at the Willie Morris Memorial Library in Jackson, Mississippi on April 2. She discussed her career in writing and provided an overview of her suspense/thrillers and the true stories behind them, involving trucking kickbacks, voting machines, illegal immigration, stolen identities, the oil industry and bank fraud.
April 1, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke to a Clinton, MS Book Club at the Clinton Visitor's Center in Clinton, Mississippi on April 1. She discussed Songbirds are Free, which had been chosen as the Club's Book of the Month, and the true story of Mary Neely.
April 1, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke at the Festival of the Arts sponsored by Hinds Community College in Raymond, Mississippi on April 1. She discussed the true story behind Songbirds are Free, including a slide show presentation with photographs taken while following in Mary Neely's footsteps after her capture by Shawnee warriors.
March 26, 2009 p.m.terrell was the keynote speaker at Virginia Tech's Staff Appreciation Day celebration in Culpeper, Virginia. She discussed her career in writing and provided an overview of her suspense/thrillers and the true stories behind them, as well as providing photographs from her journey tracing Mary Neely for the book Songbirds are Free.
March 12, 2009 p.m.terrell spoke to the Novel Friends Book Club in Whiteville, NC, who selected Songbirds are Free as their Book of the Month. She spoke about the true story of Mary Neely and her experiences as she followed in Mary's footsteps doing research for the book.
March 3, 2009 Watch p.m.terrell live on the Blue Ridge Regional Library's television show on March 3, 2009 at 2:00 pm or watch it on the web. It will be kept in an archive on the web for viewing any time! She'll be discussing her most popular contemporary suspense/thrillers, The China Conspiracy and Exit 22.
January 25, 2009 p.m.terrell appeared at the Ruby McCray Memorial Library in Lake Waccamaw, the location of many of the scenes in her latest book, Exit 22. After a talk and a slide show filled with photographs that inspired the scenes in the book, p.m.terrell signed copies of Exit 22 and many of her other suspense/thrillers.
November 13, 2008 A very special thanks to Washington, NC's Chief of Police G. Mitchell Reed for hosting p.m.terrell's first public appearance in Washington, North Carolina, where she spoke at Brown Library on Thursday, November 13. Her talk was followed by a book signing of Exit 22 and several of her other titles.
October 30, 2008 Can't make it to one of p.m.terrell's personal appearances? Then listen to a special interview on Blog Talk Radio!
October 24, 2008 p.m.terrell appeared in Natchez, Mississippi on Friday, October 24, 2008 at the Mississippi Library Association's 2008 Conference, where she spoke on "Staging Author Events at Your Library" to librarians and Friends of the Library. The talk was followed by a book signing.
October 21, 2008 p.m.terrell returned to the Clinton Public Library in Clinton, Mississippi on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at 12:00 noon for a Brown Bag Luncheon, special talk and slide show about her latest suspense/thriller, Exit 22. The talk was followed by a book signing.
October 18, 2008 p.m.terrell returned to the Powhatan Public Library in Powhatan, Virginia on Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. for a special talk and slide show about her latest suspense/thriller, Exit 22. The talk was followed by a book signing.
October 18, 2008

p.m.terrell returned to Waynesboro, Virginia for the Fifth Annual Book 'Em Virginia! event on Saturday, October 18, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. More than 60 authors joined p.m.terrell, including Dirk Robertson from Scotland, crime author Mark Kearney, L. Diane Wolfe, and more. Check out more pictures at this link! For more information, go to www.bookemfoundation.org.
September 18, 2008

p.m.terrell appeared at the Osterneck Auditorium in downtown Lumberton, North Carolina, where terrell's latest release, Exit 22, takes place!

She spoke about the locations in and around Lumberton and Lake Waccamaw that inspired scenes in the book, the characters in this book (who will also be making appearances in upcoming books), and how she pieced together the plot in Lumberton, Robeson County and Lake Waccamaw. Check out pictures from the event!

September 6, 2008

p.m.terrell appeared in St Louis, Missouri for the first time at a special event hosted by the Sisters in Crime, St Louis Chapter. She discussed her how-to book for authors, Take the Mystery out of Promoting Your Book, and what writers can do to promote and market their books and increase their book sales!

Shown at left: p.m.terrell with Joanna Campbell Slan, the author of Paper, Scissors, Death. Be sure to check out her web site and blog! Joanna is also the current President for the St. Louis chapter of Sisters in Crime, and graciously hosted the event with p.m.terrell in St. Louis on Saturday, September 6, based on terrell's book, Take the Mystery out of Promoting Your Book.

September 4, 2008

 

The nationwide launch of p.m.terrell's latest contemporary suspense/thriller, Exit 22, was a rousing success! Special thanks to First Farmers and Merchants Bank CEO, Randy Stevens, shown at left with p.m.terrell and Randy's lovely wife, Leesa; Randy provided technical assistance on bank fraud during the writing of this book, and hosted the launch party at F&M's headquarters in Columbia, Tennessee! The kick-off began with a talk at The Columbia Rotary Club, followed by a signing of all her titles at F&M Bank in downtown Columbia. Check out the pictures!
September 3, 2008 p.m.terrell returned to Columbia, Tennessee, where she spoke at the Cosmopolitan Club & luncheon as a guest of Mrs. Sarah High. She spoke about her writing career, her contemporary suspense, and about the true story of Mary Neely and the writing of Songbirds are Free. Her talk was followed by a signing of her latest books.
September 2, 2008 p.m.terrell spoke at the Nashville Metro Archives at 3801 Green Hills Village Drive in Nashville, Tennessee about the true story of Mary Neely's Indian abduction and captivity, and the writing of Songbirds are Free. Her talk included a slide show of photographs taken when she followed in Mary's footsteps. A book signing followed. Many, many thanks to Nashville Metro Archivist Ken Fieth for hosting the event! 
June 28, 2008

On Saturday, June 28,  p.m.terrell appeared at Page After Page Bookstore, 111 South Water Street, Elizabeth City, North Carolina at the For the Love of Books Book Festival. At left is Mary Pittman, who makes a cameo appearance in p.m.terrell's upcoming suspense/thriller, Exit 22. Check out more pictures from the event here.
May 24, 2008 p.m.terrell participated in the first Charleston, SC Book 'Em Event held on Saturday, May 24 in Mount Pleasant, SC. The event was hosted by the Charleston County Sheriff's Department. Proceeds went to increasing literacy and reducing crime in Charleston County. p.m.terrell is a co-founder of The Book 'Em Foundation, along with Officer Mark Kearney of the Waynesboro, VA Police Department.
May 3, 2008

p.m.terrell appeared at the Maury County Public Library in Mount Pleasant, TN on Saturday, May 3 and discussed Mary Neely's true story and the writing of Songbirds are Free. The event was followed by a signing of all her books.
May 2, 2008 p.m.terrell appeared at Borders Book Store in Clarksville, TN on Friday, May 2. Many thanks to all who braved the tornadoes to come and hear her speak! Her talk was followed by a book signing of Songbirds are Free.
May 1, 2008

p.m.terrell appeared at the Maury County Public Library in Columbia, TN on Thursday, May 1 and discussed Mary Neely's true story and the writing of Songbirds are Free. The event was followed by a signing of all her books.
April 1, 2008 p.m.terrell continued her Mississippi Tour at the Clinton Public Library at 111 Clinton Blvd in Clinton, Mississippi. The event was hosted by the Friends of the Library. It included a Brown Bag Luncheon and a special slide show depicting Mary Neely's true story and the story behind the writing of terrell's latest book, Songbirds are Free. The event was followed by a signing of all her books.
March 31, 2008

p.m.terrell appeared in Mississippi for the first time with a kick-off at the Central Mississippi Regional Library in Brandon, Mississippi. The event began at 6:00 p.m. with a special slide show depicting Mary Neely's true story and the story behind the writing of terrell's latest book, Songbirds are Free. The event was followed by a signing of all her books.

Shown at left with p.m.terrell is Charla Mitchell Jordan, the Southeastern Division Vice Chairman of Women's Issues for the Mississippi State Society DAR.

March 13, 2008 p.m.terrell returned to Fun & Fellowship in Lumberton, North Carolina, where she spoke about her latest book, Songbirds are Free, and the true story of Mary Neely's abduction at the height of the Revolutionary War. The talk began at 11:00 am at the First Baptist Church on Chestnut Street in the Fellowship Hall.
January 15, 2008

 

p.m.terrell spoke to the Daughters of the Revolution (DAR) in Lumberton, North Carolina, about the true story of Mary Neely's abduction at the height of the Revolutionary War on Tuesday, January 15, 2008. The talk was followed by a book signing of her latest books.
December 13, 2007 p.m.terrell appeared at the Powhatan Public Library at 2270 Mann Road in Powhatan, Virginia on December 13, 2007. She displayed a slide show with pictures taken during her time retracing Mary Neely's path after her Indian abduction, and spoke about Mary's captivity and eventual escape and journey home. The talk was followed by a book signing of her latest books.
December 4, 2007 p.m.terrell was a guest on Global Talk Radio's program, Calling all Authors, on Tuesday, December 4, 2007. She discussed her latest book, Songbirds are Free, and the true story of Mary Neely. She also discussed the differences between writing and promoting an historical work versus her earlier contemporary suspense books. Listen to the entire radio program here.
November 10, 2007 p.m.terrell spoke at a meeting of the Staunton Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution in Staunton, Virginia on Saturday, November 10, 2007. Many thanks to all of the wonderful people there, including Chapter President Janie Sherman. Terrell spoke about the true story of Revolutionary War Era settler Mary Neely and her Indian capture.
October 20, 2007

p.m.terrell with author Diane Wolfe
Diane will be appearing in
Lumberton, NC on January 17, 2008

 

p.m.terrell returned to Waynesboro, Virginia for the fourth annual Book 'Em Virginia! event on Saturday, October 20, 2007 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

More than 60 authors, including New York Times Best-Selling Authors Catherine Coulter and Ellen Hopkins and scores of award-winning authors signed their books and provided free talks. Also attending was Dirk Robertson, who has returned four years in a row from Scotland!

p.m.terrell, along with Officer Mark Kearney of the Waynesboro, Virginia Police Department, founded The Book 'Em Foundation in 2004. For more information, go to www.bookemfoundation.org.

October 9, 2007 p.m.terrell spoke at The Williamson County Public Library at 1314 Columbia Avenue in Franklin, Tennessee. This event was open to the public.

The event began at 7:00 PM with a discussion of the true story behind Songbirds are Free - Mary Neely's capture by Indians near Fort Nashborough, her two years in captivity, and her escape. The talk was followed by a book signing. Thank you, Janice Keck, for arranging the event. And a VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU to the special lady who has carried Mary's memory with her for the past 22 years!

October 8, 2007 p.m.terrell spoke at a joint meeting of book clubs at The Westhaven Residence Hall in Franklin, Tennessee. This event was also open to the public. The event began at 6:30 PM with wint and cheese. p.m.terrell's talk begans at 7:00 pm in the theatre, where she showed a film of Mary Neely's travels and experiences. The talk was followed by a book signing of all of her suspense/thrillers. Many thanks to Connie Brewer and the wonderful staff at The Residence Hall for hosting the event.
October 8, 2007 p.m.terrell spoke to four classes at The Martin Luther King Magnet School in Nashville, Tennessee. She displayed a slide show of the places Mary traveled and the people and things she encountered after her Indian capture. Many thanks to School Librarian Cami Townsel for facilitating the event!
October 7, 2007

p.m.terrell toured the real log cabin home built by Mary Neely's father, William, only a few short months before his death and Mary's Indian capture. Many thanks to JoAnn Weakley of Historic Collinsville for locating the house, and to Nate Karlin for making the story front page news! Read the online article here. Check out more information on the home by clicking on the "Mary's Home" link here. After the media event and tour, Ms. Terrell had a private meeting with proprietor Phila Hach, who rescued the home from destruction in 1968. Thank you for your hospitality!
October 6, 2007 p.m.terrell appeared at Mansker's Station in Goodlettsville, Tennessee in conjunction with Mansker's Station's Fall Encampment. She spoke twice during the day and was available all day for signings of her latest book. Special thanks to Ashley Staley, who arranged the talks and signing. Ms. Terrell's latest release, Songbirds are Free, continues to be available at the Mansker's Station Gift Shop.
October 5, 2007

shown above:
standing, L to R:
Randy Stevens, Leesa Stevens, John Neelley, Jr.;
seated, L to R:
Don Terrell, p.m.terrell, John Neelley, Sr.

Thank you, Randy Stevens and the fantastic staff at First Farmers & Merchants Bank in Columbia, Tennessee, for rolling out the red carpet for p.m.terrell!

The day began with Ms. Terrell's talk at a special joint meeting of the Columbia Rotary Club and Columbia Kiwanis Club, followed by a book signing.

p.m.terrell with Faye Tucker and Kathy Gandy
 at the joint luncheon of the Kiwanis Club and Rotary Club
of Columbia, TN

Then around the block to the headquarters building of F & M Bank, where Ms. Terrell continued to sign books for a steady stream of visitors for more than two hours! Many, many thanks to all the wonderful folks who came out to see Ms. Terrell on her first public appearance in Columbia, and special thanks to the F & M family!

September 20, 2007

Thank you, Lumberton, North Carolina, for hosting the nationwide launch of p.m.terrell's latest book, Songbirds are Free, on Thursday, September 20 at the Osterneck Auditorium! Check out the pictures from this event, that marks the start of the book tour!

Terrell spoke to a packed audience about the true story behind Mary Neely's capture, captivity, escape and journey home.

May 23, 2007 Thank you, Cario Middle School of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, for rolling out the red carpet for p.m.terrell on May 23! Ms. Terrell enjoyed speaking to approximately 1,200 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students as well as a special, hand-picked group of 100 students interested in a writing career. Thank you for making the day so enjoyable!
March 23-24, 2007 p.m.terrell spoke at the Writer's Seminar in the Spring Book Show 2007 in Atlanta, Georgia, where authors and publishers came together for two full days of events! She spoke about the author's role in planning book tours and signings, obtaining media attention, and what to do-and not do-at book signings and appearances.
February 12, 2007 p.m.terrell appeared at another book club in Lumberton, North Carolina as a guest of Martha Averitt, where she discussed her latest books, the exciting line-up of authors appearing at the Osterneck Auditorium in Lumberton, and the true stories behind her books.
January 26-27, 2007

 

Murder Goes South - and p.m.terrell was there!

p.m.terrell appeared at this special event hosted by the Smyrna, Georgia Friends of the Library, Sisters in Crime, SEMWA and Barnes and Noble! p.m.terrell joined Stephen Womack, Margaret Maron, Stephanie Bond, Norman Chastain, Sallie Bissell, Patricia Sprinkle, Craig Faris and others on January 26 and 27 at the Smyrna Community Center in Smyrna, Georgia.

January 23, 2007 p.m.terrell appeared at the Ashtole Book Club in Fairmont, North Carolina on January 23. She discussed the true stories behind her suspense/thrillers Kickback, The China Conspiracy and Ricochet!
January 11, 2007

p.m.terrell appeared at The Osterneck Auditorium in Lumberton, North Carolina on Thursday, January 11 at 7:00 p.m. She spoke to aspiring writers about how to Take the Mystery Out of Promoting Your Book! She provided valuable information on the writing life, the publishing industry, the author's role in promotional campaigns, and tips on scheduling book tours and signings, getting the necessary press to make your events a success, and lots more!

November 29, 2006 Thank you, Kiwanis Club of Lumberton, North Carolina for giving p.m.terrell such a warm reception at the luncheon on Wednesday, November 29 at the Black Water Grille. She spoke about the true stories behind her suspense/thrillers, Kickback, The China Conspiracy and Ricochet. Thank you, Michael Jaenicke of The Robesonian Newspaper, for the invitation to appear.
November 18, 2006

 

p.m.terrell and her good friend Suzanne Adair appeared together at Dee Gee's Books in downtown Morehead City, North Carolina on November 18 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. She signed her latest suspense/thriller, Ricochet, her how-to book, Take the Mystery Out of Promoting Your Book, and her books The China Conspiracy and Kickback.
November 16, 2006

 

p.m.terrell spoke to the Hopewell Community Writer's Group at the First Presbyterian Church Annex in Hopewell, Virginia at 4:30 pm on Thursday, November 16. She discussed the publishing industry, the writing life and her latest books, Take the Mystery Out of Promoting Your Book and her latest suspense/thriller, Ricochet. The talk was followed by a signing. Many thanks to all the folks who came out to see her, especially with strong storms and tornadoes throughout the east coast!
November 9, 2006 p.m.terrell spoke at The Reviewer's Club in Lumberton, North Carolina. Their motto is "To Read is to Grow." She discussed her newest books, Ricochet and Take the Mystery out of Promoting Your Book, and signed books at this special event. She also announced the coming appearances of several of her author friends, who will be appearing in Lumberton in 2007. Click here for the complete schedule!
November 3-5, 2006

 

p.m.terrell Goes to Hollywood!

p.m.terrell traveled to Hollywood with a special delegation of Sisters in Crime members to meet screenwriters and producers, including a breakfast at Sony Studios and a walking tour with sneak peeks of shows and movies in production and a private meeting with industry executives. Talks are currently underway to bring her books to the big screen.

October 20-21, 2006 p.m.terrell appeared at the Crystal Coast Book Festival in Morehead City, North Carolina. She was one of the guest authors honored at a dinner and fund-raiser entitled "A Murderous Affair at the Waterfront" on Friday evening, October 20 at 6:30 pm. The following day, she conducted a talk, reading, and discussion of her books at the Morehead City Public Library, followed by a book signing.
October 14, 2006 p.m.terrell appeared at the Third Annual Book 'Em Event in Waynesboro, Virginia, along with dozens of her friends in the literary world. The event was held at the Waynesboro High School and sponsored by the City of Waynesboro. The Waynesboro Police Department was the host. The event included dozens of talks as well as book signings. ms. terrell is a proud co-founder of The Book 'Em Foundation, which promotes and funds literacy projects.
October 12, 2006 She appeared at The Work Factory at 1113 W. Main Street in Richmond, Virginia on Thursday, October 12 at 6:00 pm - home of Work Magazine and dozens of popular mainstream fiction and non-fiction! She spoke about the path to publishing and the author's role in the promotional campaign.
October 3, 2006 Thank you, Rotary Club of Lumberton, North Carolina for giving p.m.terrell such a warm reception at the luncheon on Tuesday, October 3 at the Black Water Grille. She spoke about the true stories behind her suspense/thrillers, Kickback, The China Conspiracy and Ricochet. Thank you, B.G.French, for the invitation to appear.
September 16, 2006 p.m.terrell participated in The First Writer's Rally in Charleston, South Carolina on September 16, 2006. The event was hosted by Southern Charleston University. A portion of all book sales were donated to Parents Anonymous. Dream-a-lot Books handled sales. More than a dozen authors were available to talk to attendees and sign books at this event.
September 14, 2006

Thank you, Lumberton, North Carolina for the warm reception held at the Osterneck Auditorium on Thursday, September 14, 2006 in honor of p.m.terrell's latest suspense/thriller, Ricochet.

Robeson County Public Library hosted the event. p.m.terrell spoke about the role Lumberton and Robeson County played in the book.

It was announced at this event that Lumberton High School has selected terrell's book, Ricochet, as a reading assignment this school year!

September 12, 2006

 

Many thanks to the New Hanover Public Library at Carolina Beach for hosting p.m.terrell and co-conspirators Jim & Joyce Lavene and Judy Nichols at the Carolina Beach Mystery Book Club on Tuesday, September 12.

The authors answered questions from the audience about their books, the writing life, the publishing industry, and their latest releases.

September 9, 2006

p.m.terrell appeared in Lebanon, New Hampshire, alongside best-selling author Janet Evanovich, Archer Mayer, Sarah Stewart Taylor, Ernest Hebert, Debra Doyle, James MacDonald, Hugo-award winning author James Patrick Kelly and Peter Kass. ms. terrell is the proud co-founder of the Book 'Em Foundation and a proud participant in New Hampshire's First Annual Book 'Em Event!

Shown at left: p.m.terrell with Janet Evanovich. Check out more pictures of the event!

 

May 11, 2006

Many thanks to all the wonderful folks in Robeson County who attended the Carolina Conspiracy panel discussion and signing with p.m.terrell at the Osterneck Auditorium on Thursday, May 11, 2006 in downtown Lumberton, North Carolina.

Authors who appeared with p.m.terrell included (left to right) Joyce Lavene, p.m.terrell, Elizabeth Craig, Jim Lavene, Joanne Clarey, Dixie Land, Lynette Hall Hampton, and Helen Goodman.

March 25, 2006 p.m.terrell appeared at the Virginia Festival of the Book on Saturday, March 25 in Charlottesville, Virginia. Other authors attending the Festival included David Baldacci, Barbara Kingsolver and many others. You could find p.m.terrell at the Palari Publishing booth. Palari is releasing her upcoming how-to book for authors entitled Taking the Mystery out of Book Signings. It will be released this fall along with the much-anticipated sequel to Kickback, entitled Ricochet
February 9, 2006 

Many thanks to everyone who attended p.m.terrell's talk at the Osterneck Auditorium in downtown Lumberton, North Carolina on Thursday, February 9. ms. terrell spoke of the true stories behind the writing of Kickback and The China Conspiracy, and for the first time, spoke in detail of her upcoming book, Ricochet, which will be released in the fall of 2006. The talk was followed by a book signing.

Special thanks to Bob Fisher of the Robeson County Public Library and the Friends of the Library for hosting the event.

January 12, 2006 

Many thanks to all the wonderful people who attended the Fun & Fellowship event at First Baptist Church in Lumberton, North Carolina on Thursday, January 12 and who showed such a warm welcome to p.m.terrell! They certainly proved the real meaning of Southern Hospitality!
December 3, 2005  p.m.terrell appeared at the Joseph-Beth Booksellers in Charlotte, North Carolina, along with The Carolina Conspiracy authors Daniel Bailey, Richard Helms, and Joyce & Jim Lavene. C-SPAN even covered the event for their series on literacy across America!

November 19, 2005 

Many thanks to all the wonderful folks who attended the Union County Public Library's presentation of The Carolina Conspiracy on Saturday, November 19, 2005 in Monroe, North Carolina!

p.m.terrell appeared with her friends and co-conspirators (from left): authors Richard Helms, p.m.terrell, Daniel Bailey, Jim Lavene, Joanne Clarey, Helen Goodman, and moderator Joyce Lavene (not pictured). The panel discussed the writing life, the publishing industry, their latest books and newest projects, and fielded questions from the audience.

November 17, 2005  p.m.terrell spoke to the Plant It & Pray Garden Club in Lumberton, North Carolina on November 17. She spoke of the writing of Kickback and The China Conspiracy. The event was followed by a signing of both books. Many thanks to Pat Thompson and all the wonderful folks who attended!
October 22-23, 2005  Many thanks to all the folks who came out to the Second Annual Book 'Em Event in Waynesboro, Virginia. Unfortunately, p.m.terrell ruptured a disc two days before the event and was unable to make the trip from her home in North Carolina. Rest assured she will be there next year and hopes you'll join her on October 14, 2006!
October 13, 2005  p.m.terrell made her first public appearance in Lumberton, North Carolina to speak to a book club. Many thanks to Ellen Warwick and all the wonderful folks who showed up to hear about the writing of Kickback and The China Conspiracy!
August 27, 2005  p.m.terrell conducts her first book signing in North Carolina and participates in a panel discussion at Barnes and Noble in Charlotte, North Carolina.

August 6, 2005

 

 

p.m.terrell and her Carolina Co-conspirators Joyce and Jim Lavene, Judy Nichols and Daniel Bailey appeared at The Happy Bookseller in Columbia, South Carolina.

Shown from left to right: Joyce and Jim Lavene, p.m.terrell, Judy Nichols, and Daniel Bailey.

March 21, 2005  Three of p.m.terrell's poems were published online in the Sisters in the Lord Magazine during the week of March 21. 
Entire month of March, 2005  p.m.terrell "appeared" online at Boomer Women Speak during the entire month of March, where she was available to chat with visitors online about the writing life and The China Conspiracy.
March 12, 2005  p.m.terrell appeared at the Writer's Workshop at the Chesterfield Library in Chesterfield, Virginia. She spoke on "Taking the Mystery out of Mysteries", the writing life, and the publishing industry. The event was sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The event ended with a signing of Kickback and The China Conspiracy.
October 22, 2004  p.m.terrell appeared at The First Annual Book 'Em Event in Waynesboro, Virginia, where she signed Kickback and The China Conspiracy, participated in welcoming the crowds at the opening ceremonies, and served as the facilitator for the first panel discussion, Real Life Mysteries.
October 6, 2004  p.m.terrell spoke to the Mystery Reading Group at the Tuckahoe Public Library in Henrico, Virginia on Wednesday, October 6, 2004. She spoke of the stories behind her suspense/thrillers and the art of writing.
October 4, 2004  p.m.terrell conducted the 2nd session of the Writer's Workshop on Monday, October 4, 2004 at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia. This month's topic: What Comes First? The Characters or the Plot?
September 26, 2004  p.m.terrell was interviewed by Barbara Berlin on the PBS show Perspectives about her work with the Book 'Em Foundation and The First Annual Book 'Em Event.
September 22, 2004  p.m.terrell spoke at the Reader's Club at the Department of the Army, Defense Supply Center - Richmond, on Wednesday, September 22, 2004, where she talked about the real life story that inspired the writing of Kickback.
September 20, 2004  p.m.terrell was the keynote speaker at the Midlothian Women's Club on Monday, September 20, 2004, where she spoke about the real stories behind Kickback and The China Conspiracy.
September 13, 2004  p.m.terrell conducted the 1st session of the Writer's Workshop on Monday, September 13, 2004 at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia. This month's topic: Finding the Time to Write.
August 19, 2004  p.m.terrell provided a presentation on The First Annual Book 'Em Event for the Community Writer's Club at Weston Manor in Hopewell, Virginia.
August 2, 2004  p.m.terrell hosted a special session of the Writer's Workshop on Monday, August 2, 2004 at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia, where participants read excerpts from their own writings.
July 5, 2004  p.m.terrell conducted the 6th session of the Writer's Workshop on Monday, July 5, 2004 at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia. This month's topic: From Getting Your Book Sold to Getting it SOLD.
June 12, 2004  p.m.terrell appeared at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia, where she signed copies of The China Conspiracy and Kickback.
June 7, 2004  The 5th session of the Writer's Workshop was held on Monday, June 7, 2004 at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia. This month's topic: The Publishing Industry.
May 3, 2004  The 4th session of the Writer's Workshop was held on Monday, May 3, 2004 at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia. This month's topic: Writing is Rewriting.
April 5, 2004  The 3rd session of the Writer's Workshop was held on Monday, April 5 at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia. This month's topic: Character Development.
March 1, 2004  The Writer's Workshop conducted at Little Professor Book Center continues to grow in popularity. The last session was held on March 1, 2004 at 6:30 PM to a full crowd. It was followed by a signing of The China Conspiracy and Kickback.
February 21, 2004  In her first appearance in Lynchburg, Virginia, p.m.terrell appeared at Barnes and Noble, signing her wildly successful suspense/thriller, The China Conspiracy.
February 17, 2004  p.m.terrell appeared at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia. She spoke about her Path to Publishing in a series entitled Evening with an Author. The event was followed by a signing of The China Conspiracy and Kickback.
February 11, 2004 

p.m.terrell spoke to the Mystery Lovers Book Club at Creatures 'n Crooks in Chesterfield, Virginia on February 11, 2004, followed by a signing of The China Conspiracy and Kickback.

February 2, 2004  p.m.terrell hosted the second round of the wildly successful Writer's Workshop at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia to a standing-room-only audience. This month's topic was "Finding the Time to Write". For information on the remaining events in this series, contact (804) 777-9388.
January 31, 2004  p.m.terrell spoke at the District Meeting of the Optimist Club in Midlothian, Virginia. Her speech was followed by a signing of her suspense/thrillers, Kickback and The China Conspiracy. Ms. Terrell donated 50% of the proceeds to The Optimist Club's Childhood Cancer Campaign, raising $445 to help combat childhood cancer.
January 5, 2004  The new year started off with a bang at Little Professor Book Center, where the first group of the Writer's Workshop attendees completed the six-month course by reading excerpts from their manuscripts. Genres ranged from science fiction to poetry to everything in between! Visit upcoming events to view dates and times for the next group of classes, conducted by p.m.terrell.
December 21, 2003  p.m.terrell appeared at Books-a-Million at Potomac Mills in Woodbridge, Virginia. Her fingers were actually bruised from signing her name so many times--and for that, she is very grateful to all her fans who purchased The China Conspiracy!
December 20, 2003  p.m. terrell appeared at Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia, where The China Conspiracy was a sell-out!
December 14, 2003  p.m.terrell appeared at B. Dalton at Chesterfield Towne Center in Chesterfield, Virginia. Thanks to all the great folks who came to see her this weekend and purchase The China Conspiracy and Kickback!
December 13, 2003  p.m.terrell came close to selling out at Barnes and Noble, Commonwealth Center in Chesterfield, Virginia on Saturday, December 13.
December 12, 2003  p.m.terrell spoke about the writing life and publishing industry at Waynesboro Public Library in Waynesboro, Virginia. The event was followed by a signing. Proceeds from the sale of her books went to Central Shenandoah Crime Stoppers.
December 6, 2003  Many thanks to the folks at Price & Sons Good Old Books, and all the wonderful people who purchased The China Conspiracy and Kickback!
December 5, 2003  The signing originally scheduled for Friday, December 5 at The Bookstack in historic downtown Staunton, Virginia will be rescheduled due to the major snowstorm that blanketed the area on Friday.

December 1, 2003

 

The Writer's Workshop at Little Professor Book Center was standing room only on December 1 at 6:30 pm, when p.m.terrell discussed "From Getting Your Book Sold to Getting it SOLD".

Many thanks to all the wonderful folks who attended the Writer's Workshop over the past six months. In January, students will be reading from their own manuscripts written throughout this six-month course!

November 30, 2003  Although p.m.terrell appeared at Books-a-Million in Potomac Mills at 1:00 pm on Sunday, November 30, there were no books in stock for her to sign, of either Kickback or The China Conspiracy. Her apologies to all the fans who came out to purchase her books!
November 29, 2003  p.m.terrell made her first appearance at Books-a-Million in Staunton, Virginia. Many thanks to the staff there and all the great folks who made the signing a success!
November 28, 2003  p.m.terrell came close to selling out of both Kickback and The China Conspiracy at B. Dalton Booksellers at Chesterfield Town Center on Friday, November 28. Only three books remained at the end of the signing!
November 23, 2003  p.m.terrell appeared at Chesapeake Square Mall on Sunday, November 23 in support of Chesapeake Crime Line. Forty percent of the proceeds from the sale of her books, Kickback and The China Conspiracy, were donated to Chesapeake Crime Line to help in paying rewards to anonymous callers providing information helpful to law enforcement in solving crimes.
November 15, 2003  Many thanks to all the wonderful folks who came out to see p.m.terrell when she appeared at Books-a-Million in Williamsburg, Virginia.
November 3, 2003  p.m.terrell conducted the Writer's Workshop at Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia. This month's topic: The Publishing Industry: Getting an Agent and a Publisher. This series of workshops have been so successful that they will be repeated beginning in February 2004. For more information, contact (804) 777-9388.
November 1, 2003  p.m.terrell was the keynote speaker at Delta Kappa Gamma Society International's annual conference, hosted by the Zeta Chapter at Meadowbrook Country Club in Chesterfield, Virginia. She spoke on the important role that teachers play in encouraging students to write and read. Be sure to check back for pictures and more information on this event.
October 23, 2003  p.m.terrell spoke at N.B.Clements Jr. High School in Prince George, Virginia. Her talk included the story behind the writing of Kickback, her debut suspense/thriller; her involvement with Crime Solvers; and inventions that have helped aspiring authors. Click here to view pictures of this event...
October 22, 2003  p.m.terrell was the keynote speaker at the Celebrate Women! conference held in Front Royal, Virginia. Her speech was followed by a signing of Kickback and The China Conspiracy.
October 17, 2003  p.m.terrell appeared at Rolleighdon Books in beautiful, picturesque Farmville, Virginia, where she signed copies of Kickback and The China Conspiracy. Many thanks to the wonderful folks who came to see her there! This wonderful, quaint book store is definitely worth a drive to experience.
October 16, 2003  p.m.terrell spoke to The Hopewell Writer's Group about Character Development and tricks-of-the-trade in developing believeable, well-rounded characters. The talk was followed by a signing of Kickback and The China Conspiracy.
October 6, 2003  p.m.terrell conducted the Writer's Workshop at Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia. This month's topic was Writing is Rewriting, which included an overview of the various forms of editing, as well as what to expect from the editor(s) at the publishing house.
September 27 and 28, 2003  Signings originally scheduled at Barnes and Noble in Ellicott City and Towson, Maryland are being rescheduled due to the affects of Hurricane Isabel. Please check our Upcoming Events page for the new dates.
September 20, 2003  The White Stone Volunteer Fire Department's Country Fair in Lancaster County, Virginia will be rescheduled from the original September 20 due to the damage and destruction brought by Hurricane Isabel. Please check our Upcoming Events page for the new dates.
September 13, 2003  p.m.terrell's The China Conspiracy sold out at her first appearance in Arlington, Virginia at Books-a-Million on September 13, 2003!
September 12, 2003  p.m.terrell appeared at Barnes and Noble at Commonwealth Centre Parkway in Midlothian, Virginia on September 12. Look at the Upcoming Events page for an encore appearance!
September 8, 2003  p.m.terrell the 3rd session of the Writer's Workshop at The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia, on Character Development.
August 23, 2003  Books-a-Million in Williamsburg, Virginia, in p.m.terrell's first public appearance in Williamsburg!
August 17, 2003  Wal-Mart in Gloucester, VA. Proceeds were donated to the Gloucester Crime Line to help pay rewards to anonymous callers who provide information on crimes occurring in the area. Gloucester Crime Line pays up to $1,000 for information that is helpful to police. 
August 16, 2003  Barnes & Noble on Huguenot Road in Chesterfield
August 9, 2003  B. Dalton in Bethesda, Maryland--p.m.terrell's first appearance in Maryland
August 4, 2003  Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia: second Writer's Workshop, focusing on plot development and story lines
August 2, 2003  Books-a-Million in Colonial Heights, Virginia
July 26, 2003  For the second year in a row, p.m.terrell came close to selling out at B. Dalton in Chesterfield, Virginia--only two copies of The China Conspiracy remained
July 19, 2003  Price and Sons Good Old Books, Midlothian, Virginia
July 12, 2003  Barnes and Noble, Glen Allen, Virginia - sell-out!
July 7, 2003  Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield Virginia: first Writer's Workshop of a six-part series; standing-room-only!
June 28, 2003  Rappahannock Regional Library, sponsored by Spotsylvania Crime Solvers
June 14, 2003  The Book Stack in Staunton, Virginia
June 7, 2003  Creatures and Crooks in Chesterfield, Virginia
May 31, 2003  Little Professor BookCenter at Chesterfield Meadows Shopping Center in Chesterfield, Virginia
May 22, 2003  Richmond Optimist Club at the American Legion in Richmond, Virginia
May 10, 2003  Carytown Books in Richmond, Virginia
May 2-3, 2003  Price and Sons Good Old Books in Midlothian, Virginia
April 17, 2003  Crime Solvers Media Banquet in Dewitt, Virginia
March 29, 2003  Virginia Crime Stoppers Association in Winchester, Virginia
March 29, 2003 Handley Public Library in Winchester, Virginia
March 11, 2003  Kate Collins Middle School in Waynesboro, Virginia and McSwain Elementary School in Staunton, Virginia
February 13, 2003  The Little Professor Book Center in Chesterfield, Virginia
December 7, 2002  Price and Sons Good Old Books in Midlothian, Virginia
November 9, 2002  Culpeper Crime Solvers fund-raiser, Culpeper, Virginia
October 27, 2002  Wal-Mart in Staunton, Virginia, sponsored by the Greater Shenandoah Crime Stoppers
October 26, 2002  The BookStack in Staunton, Virginia
October 25, 2002  Staunton Public Library, sponsored by the Greater Shenandoah Crime Stoppers
October 24, 2002  The Little Professor Book Center, An Evening with an Author
October 12, 2002  Peninsula Crime Line's 20th Anniversary Dinner and Celebration
October 5, 2002 Manassas Fall Jubilee, sponsored by the Manassas City Crime Solvers.
September 21, 2002 Hooray for Hopewell! event, sponsored by the Hopewell-Prince George Crime Solvers.
September 7, 2002 Spotsylvania Library, Blue Collar Crime in a White Collar World, sponsored by the Spotsylvania Crime Solvers.
August 17, 2002 Little Professor Book Center at Chesterfield Meadows Shopping Center in Chesterfield, VA.
August 10, 2002 Horizon of Hope, sponsored by the American Cancer Society.
July 6, 2002  Tower Books at Willow Lawn in Richmond, VA.
June 29, 2002 Price and Sons Books in Midlothian, VA.
June 22, 2002 B Dalton Booksellers at Chesterfield Towne Center
June 15, 2002 Creatures and Crooks Bookshoppe in Chesterfield, VA.
May 3-5, 2002 Book Expo America, Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City.
March 21, 2002  The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation, pre-release private booksigning.

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