Author Archives: Sally Brandle

About Sally Brandle

Author, horse lover, gardener, pastry enabler, and thankful wife and mother. Very proud of my novels, The Hitman's Mistake, Torn by Vengeance, and The Targeted Pawn. Multi-award winning author Sally Brandle weaves slow-burning romance into edgy suspense, motivating readers to trust their instincts. Growing up as a tomboy alongside brothers prepared her to work in a male-centric industry, raise sons, and create action packed stories featuring strong women. She thrives on creating unintentional heroines who conquer their vulnerabilities and partner with heroes to outwit cunning villains.

I sat in the high school principal’s office last week…

Posted on May 19, 2023 by Sally Brandle

And so continued my quest to become a weekly 9th grade, social studies classroom volunteer. The students had adored the previous teacher who’d quit in December to have a baby, then seen a variety of substitutes. Somewhere in the mix … Continue reading →

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Finally! Spring is in the air and above ground…

Posted on April 21, 2023 by Sally Brandle

Rain, cold, and grapple kept flowers tucked undercover until recently. This clump of peonies was given to me last fall by my neighbor. I’m thrilled they survived. Were your emerging plants later this year? Blue Lake asparagus provides us with … Continue reading →

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What do you look for in a home?

Posted on March 27, 2023 by Sally Brandle

Bright and early on Tuesday morning, the hubs and I are headed to Mississippi (about thirty miles from Jackson) to help his brother pack and preen his house to sell. I’ve seen photos – it’s a roomy rambler, custom built … Continue reading →

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Care to learn how to record the memories of others and join a live discussion on writing for a changing social conscience?

Posted on February 27, 2023 by Sally Brandle

In honor of Women’s History Month, I’ve been asked to present a Zoom program at the Sno-Isle Library System in Washington on March 23rd from 11 to noon Pacific Standard Time. Anyone can join in the FREE workshop/discussion on how … Continue reading →

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Happy 2023! Wise words I put to use …

Posted on January 2, 2023 by Sally Brandle

A friend sent me these words of wisdom. I’ve been busy sorting SEVEN tote bins of photos into piles that I will keep and some to save for my two sons. Finding pictures of an activity I truly enjoyed, I … Continue reading →

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“…December 7, 1941—a date which will live in infamy…” FDR In remembrance of the day, I’m presenting additional facts on Wednesday at the West Seattle Senior Center. Come and join me!

Posted on December 5, 2022 by Sally Brandle

A BOOK INSPIRED THE JAPANESE WAR PLAN Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto conceived the Pearl Harbor attack, and Captain Minoru Genda planned it. Two things inspired Yamamoto’s Pearl Harbor idea: a prophetic book and a historic attack. The Great Pacific War was … Continue reading →

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Back to baking…

Posted on November 7, 2022 by Sally Brandle

My former day job included teaching industry pros (chefs, bakers, caterers) how to bake with traditional French pastry doughs produced by LBA. I occasionally barter tune-up baking sessions for frozen dough. Saw the Star Wars shape and needed to try … Continue reading →

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A few photos need to be purged.

Posted on October 10, 2022 by Sally Brandle

I’ve kept cherished old photos – way too many. The far left photo shows my uncle in California, whom my (Michigan) parents visited on their honeymoon – with my dad’s dour-faced parents! Mom’s on the right. Funny but its gotta … Continue reading →

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Good summer, sad summer…

Posted on September 12, 2022 by Sally Brandle

Tomatoes grew as never before with the record heat the Pacific Northwest experienced. I planted Park’s Whoppers, the slicers, from seed. A friend gifted me organic tomato fertilizer for Mother’s Day, and I’m a believer. The brick collars I created … Continue reading →

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Lance and I met new friends…

Posted on August 15, 2022 by Sally Brandle

Gentlemanly Lance recently provided a great ride in the arena for Elvin, the grandson of a riding buddy. The polite young man with a great smile earned my pony’s trust. I received home canned tomatoes and pickles for facilitating their … Continue reading →

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