<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[JulieMayMorrill]]></title><description><![CDATA[Where history meets humor in every tale]]></description><link>https://julie353.wixsite.com/juliemaymorrill/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:56:12 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://julie353.wixsite.com/juliemaymorrill/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Charming Inspiration Behind Bobo: A Quirky but Lovable Dog in A Widow's Whim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dogs often bring unexpected joy and character to stories, and in my first historical romance novel, A Widow's Whim , the dog named Bobo adds a unique charm that readers have come to love. Bobo’s character is not just a product of imagination but inspired by a real dog with an unforgettable personality. This post shares the delightful story behind Bobo’s creation, the real-life adventures that shaped him, and how such a quirky companion enriches storytelling. Bobo’s peaceful nap during a...]]></description><link>https://julie353.wixsite.com/juliemaymorrill/post/the-charming-inspiration-behind-bobo-a-quirky-but-lovable-dog-in-a-widow-s-whim</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d53cd1f2ad0bf9f6ff1943</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:23:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4360f_16c7ce94d0fc4cea839dbf9558511f68~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Julie Morrill</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Joys and Jokes of Being Published: When Your Publisher Turns into a Creative Pest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Getting published by a traditional publisher feels like winning the literary lottery. After countless rejections, late nights, and endless edits, your book finally has a home. It’s a moment of pure joy and validation. But here’s the twist: the stereotype about publishers constantly pestering authors to “Write more!” and “Market harder!” is not just a myth. It’s real. I adore my publisher. They believed in my work when no one else did, and they’ve helped me reach readers I never imagined....]]></description><link>https://julie353.wixsite.com/juliemaymorrill/post/the-joys-and-jokes-of-being-published-when-your-publisher-turns-into-a-creative-pest</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c5fd0360f0b8e1134f4e54</guid><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 03:49:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4360f_437a7c18d01c4980bbfa57a06c0b2524~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Julie Morrill</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Local History Inspires My Writing]]></title><description><![CDATA[When I sit down to write, the stories I create are deeply rooted in the history of the place I call home. The rivers, forests, remnants of rutted wagon trails, landmarks, and events that shaped my community provide a rich backdrop for my novels. This connection between local history and storytelling fuels my creativity in a very real way. Etna's Main Street, 1905 How Etna Inspired "A Widow's Whim" A lot of my debut novel takes place on Etna's Main Street in the 1890s. Walking along this and...]]></description><link>https://julie353.wixsite.com/juliemaymorrill/post/how-local-history-inspires-my-writing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6999e26f33aebccb4866dcce</guid><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 17:16:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4360f_d4c46a32bf984171a87f7abf8897c505~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Julie Morrill</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Rejection can Lead to Publication]]></title><description><![CDATA[I've been writing my entire life--from children's stories to dabbling in screenplays to eventually testing my mettle with full-length manuscripts. At 57 years of age, I can say it has been a long journey. How younger writers get their work traditionally published is nothing short of astonishing--especially now that I know the hours and years of labor required for such a task. Why did I commit myself to be published by a standard publisher, rather than self-publish? Because of low self-esteem...]]></description><link>https://julie353.wixsite.com/juliemaymorrill/post/how-rejection-can-lead-to-publication-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691a31ac80f146b984dec31e</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 20:20:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/76903f8e1cbb42c58d4335bf5bccef66.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Julie Morrill</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tune in to KRYVR Retro River Radio with Julie May Morrill]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a world filled with endless streaming options and digital playlists, there’s something special about tuning into a radio station that...]]></description><link>https://julie353.wixsite.com/juliemaymorrill/post/tune-in-to-kryvr-retro-river-radio-with-julie-may-morrill</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e28f42f52b91fcf63434b2</guid><pubDate>Sun, 05 Oct 2025 15:33:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4360f_d4ef11d8b31f4058864aca8e77125a54~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Julie Morrill</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exploring History: Julie May Morrill's Novels]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 1890s was a fascinating decade filled with change and innovation. It was a time when the world was on the brink of modernity. Julie...]]></description><link>https://julie353.wixsite.com/juliemaymorrill/post/exploring-the-1890s-julie-may-morrill-s-historical-novels</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c90fc05892bef5c4e02590</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:20:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/d4360f_ccf19ae86d5b48cf8283609e8680bfc2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Julie Morrill</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>