My friend, Irene Westcott, writes the kind of fiction that sticks with you. You'll find yourself thinking about her characters long after you've finished one of her stories. Links to…

Another of my super-talented pals is Bradley Materewicz. He is both a painter and a sculptor. I love his Giacometti-esque paintings. You will, too. www.bradleymaterewicz.com

My high school prom date, Katherine Ace, is a professional artist. I've followed her career over the years and her work just gets better and better. She is a staple…