Leigh McKnight

Walking on the beach in January 2012

2012-01-18T21:55:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone,

Happy New Year to you all and may your year be blessed with prosperity, good health and all things positive.

My dear friend and I went to Myrtle Beach on Friday and tho it is January, the sun was shining, the ocean was ebbing and flowing and it was the most beautiful and relaxing site. Afterwards, we ate at Ryan's and talked. It was such a wonderful day and I loved it. Got to do that more often.

I am back to working on a short story that should be available for sale on www.leighmcknightonline.com, smashwords, barnesandnoble and amazon.com. This is it for now you guys. Take care and always be blessed.

Minnie aka Leigh

Ebooks are now on three additional sites

2011-10-20T18:57:00.000-07:00

Hey Y'all,

Hope everyone is well. Just wanted to stop by and let you know that not only can you get my ebooks; Champagne Dreams & Chocolate Kisses, Looking For Mr. Tonight and Satisfying The Woman In Me, from my leighmcknightonline.com website, but they are also on www.smashwords.com, www.amazon.com and pubit.barnesandnoble.com. Many thanks to those of you who have ordered my books and to you who will get your copies. They will not disappoint you. Great reading.

Until next time, I remain your author,

~Leigh Mcknight
Minnie Dix

Mama and Daddy's birthdays in August

2011-10-20T18:53:00.000-07:00

Hello All,

Mama and Daddy had birthdays during the month of August along with a number of other family members. Mama's birthday was August 5 and Daddy's was August 15. Daddy passed away in 2004 but we still remember his birthday every year.

Blessings to you all.

!Minnie and Leigh

Mama's 6 month check-up was G R E A T

2011-10-20T18:49:00.000-07:00

Hello All,

Hope you guys are well. We are fine here. Mama has her 6 month check-up on Monday and she is doing so well. We are all so grateful that Mama is doing so well. Her doctor said with all that she's been through the last 20 years, she is doing remarkably well and that we should keep up the good work. We will also keep trusting in the good Lord.

Take care and until the next time, Mama and I are sending our love to you.

~Minnie aka Leigh

Sister from ATL visits Mama and I and she removed a shard of glass from my foot

2011-10-20T18:41:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Just stopping in to say hello and hope that you all are well. Mama and I are doing well.

My sister from Atlanta came for a visit last week and Mama and I so enjoyed having her here. She did the most endearing thing for me. I had a small shard of glass in my foot that had been there for years. She saw that I was having problems with my foot. We got the peroxide, alcohol, tweezers, cotton balls, a towel and a needle. She had me to put my foot in her lap and she sterlized that needle, had me to put my feet in her lap and she was able to remove that piece of glass from my foot and I have not had a problem with that foot since that time. What a truly great sister she is and I was so grateful of the care she gave my foot.

Well, that is it for this time. To all of you, Mama and I hope you will stay well and God bless.

~Minnie aka Leigh

My ebooks are now on 3 more sites

2011-10-03T15:15:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone!

Hope you are well. Mama and I are doing great. She stayed awake most of last night but slept most of the day. I guess we will be up again tonight..lol. Oh well, I am no longer employed so her time is my time.

Stopping in today to inform you that my ebooks, Champagne Dreams & Chocolate Kisses, Looking For Mr. Tonight and Satisfying The Woman In Me are now on Amazon, Barnes and Noble -- b&n/pubit and Smashwords. I certainly appreciate your past support. Please continue to support and have your friends come along.

Blessings!

Minnie Dix aks Leigh McKnight

Next Year's family Reunion in Myrtle Beach

2011-09-16T15:52:00.000-07:00

Hello Guys,

It's been a minute since I last posted a blog. I have been spending a lot of time with Mama and have been jotting down ideas for books, short stories, etc.

My family just celebrated another wonderful family reunion a couple of weeks ago. Mama nor I attended this year but, God's willing, we will be in Myrtle Beach with the family next year.

I heard they had a wonderful banquet, including games, recognitions/accomplishments, fashion show and a talent show and I was told that it went extremely well.

Well not much to day this time but hopefully it won't be long before I will be out here communicating with you again soon. Much love to you all from Mama and I.

Peace and Love!

~Minnie aka Leigh~

Most of the family is on a cruise to the Bahamas

2011-08-22T19:28:00.000-07:00

Mama and I are pretty much on our own for the week because two of my brothers, their wives, my niece and her son drove to Florida on Saturday and boarded a cruise ship, destination Bahamas. We don't know where else they will stop in between. I know that a hurricane is brewing out there and I hope my family and all the others have safe travels.

I was sorry to hear today that Nick Ashford has died of throat cancer at age 70. RIP Mr. Ashford. I really loved the music he and Valerie Simpson made together and the wonderful songs they wrote for countless others.

Please don't forget to check out my website for a bunch of great books; children, novels, romance and humor.

Until next time, peace.

~~Leigh McKnight aka Minnie Dix~~

Mama's Birthday is this week. She and I spent some time outside today

2011-08-02T13:32:00.000-07:00

Hello All,

Just dropping in for a moment to say that after bathing and feeding Mama this morning, she and I spent a little time out on the front porch. Again, she enjoyed watching cars leaving and coming into the neighborhood.

When we returned into the house and I got her settled into her bed and gave her something to drink, I began to do some work on a manuscript, The Storm Within. It is a short story and the first draft is completed. Right now, I am just going over it and editing it some more. Tomorrow, I intend to get back on the Alzheimer's book.

Mama will be having a birthday on Friday. I don't know what we are going to do for her yet, but something special will definitely be planned.

My nephew left Monday night for Australia to perform with his group and we wish him and the guys well. Until next time, be blessed.

Love,

~~Leigh McKnight aka Minnie Dix

Nephew and group leaving USA for Australia next week

2011-07-29T18:44:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Hope all is well with you. Mama and I are great. Well, my new site is up and running and we have had a number of people to visit the site and order books. I encourage you to visit the site regularly, browse, order books and invite your friends and relatives to join you.

My nephew, Masta Killa, from Wu-Tang Clan was just on a tour of parts of Europe. That tour lasted a month and a half. He will be leaving next week for Australia and I would like all of you to wish he and the group safe travels.

Don't forget to visit my site at www.leighmcknightonline.com. Thanx.

Blessings!

Minnie Dix aka Leigh McKnight

Leigh McKnight's Fanpage was launched 7/9/11

2011-07-10T20:02:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,

Hope you all are well. Mama and I are great. Just wanted to inform you that as of July 9, 2011, my new site/fanpage was launched. I am asking you to visit the site at www.leighmcknightonline.com and bring your family and friends along and see what I am up to. Please browse through the pages, check out the excerpts and order or download some of the fabulous e-books. Please look for the following titles from my children's book collection; The Oak Trees That Talk(1 book for each season). This is a collection of character education books and Belcher, the 10th Reindeer. For the romance in you, you can order in paperback as well as the e-book, Champagne Dreams & Chocolate Kisses. We have got a little humor in 150 Reasons Why I Can't Serve On Jury Duty and for some great fiction, From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep, both in paperback. The new ebooks are Looking For Mr. Tonight and Satisfying The Woman In Me.

We will have other new e-books coming soon; such as A Day In Paradise, Part I and II and The Storm Within. Please check us out for your reading and entertainment enjoyment.

Until we talk again, blessings.

~Minnie aka Leigh

Launching new site with great books and no shipping charges on limited basis

2011-07-07T16:31:00.000-07:00

Anticipation, anticipation, but not long now. New site will be coming soon I promise. My webdesigner, Yvette Adams is great at it. She is checking and double checking and perfecting everything about the site and when it's done, it will be wonderful. Look out for great books from several genres: children, humor, fiction, romance and three new e-books. It's been a while since my site has been out there, but you will be happy and pleased with its arrival. Please go to my new site at www.leighmcknightonline.com and check it out.

Next time, blessings.

~Leigh/Minnie

Launching new website today

2011-07-06T11:01:00.000-07:00

The day has come; my new webdesigner is going to launch my new site today. We've got and will be featuring books of several genres; children, humor, fiction, romance and e-books. I am very excited and I would like for all of you to visit my site, browse, enjoy the excerpts and hey order or download some books. You and I will be extremely that you did..LOL New site is www.leighmcknightonline.com.

Until next time, blessings.

~Minnie/Leigh

Taking care of Mama

2011-06-22T07:57:00.000-07:00

Good morning all,

Hope you are well and blessed!

Mama and I are great! As you may or may not know, Mama is in her hospital bed so taking care of her and changing her bed is so much easier. This morning when I pulled her bed away from the wall to change her bed, she turned and looked me in the eye and asked, "Way you taking me?" I haven't gotten used to the way she now talks, but hey, Mama talks and I am grateful. And, she can make me laugh. She is just my little comedienne.

Later when I sat at the computer to do some work, I pushed out a great big sneeze. Mama heard and said, "J-E-S-U-S." I guess I disturbed her peace and quiet, LOL!

Stay well and cool my friends and blessings to you always.

~~Minnie/Leigh~~

Working on short story called The Storm Within

2011-06-20T12:52:00.001-07:00

Hello Again,

Mama and I hope you are well. I am working on a short story today that is entitled, The Storm Within. Hopefully, I can make it available to you all very soon. I would love to know what's going on in your life. Whatever it is, I hope it has a bit of a challenge, it is enjoyable, fun and is exactly what you want to be doing. We've got one life. Let's live it to the fullest, doing the wonderful things that we find pleasing.

And, as usual, until the next time, many blessings to you.

Sweet Potato Pies

2011-06-19T23:13:00.000-07:00

I made some sweet potato pies a few days ago and they were delicious. The only problem is that I am eating too much of it. I am trying to fit into a size 14 dress for my nephew's upcoming wedding(July 2nd) but the dress doesn't fit very good. I refuse to get a size 16. Or, maybe I should since I am certain that this dress is cut really small, ha ha ha!

Next time folks!

Leigh/Minnie

YAY website will be launched any day now

2011-06-19T23:03:00.000-07:00

Hello All,

I hope all you fathers as well as mothers who have taken on the role of mothers and fathers, had a very Happy Father's Day today. Mama, my brothers and I went to the cemetery and visited my Dad and two oldest brothers. It was quite emotional, but as a family, we got through it together.

I'm a very excited camper today. My website is looking great. Can't wait for us to launch and it looks as though it going to be really soon. Look out for us. www.leighmcknightonline.com.

Until we talk again, blessings!

Minnie/Leigh

Book Signing at BooksAMillion in Charleston today

2011-06-18T21:26:00.000-07:00

Hello Out There,

Hope all is well. Well, I went to Charleston again today and did a book event at Books A Million. I continued to be received really well, meeting a lot of people and selling a lot of books. Thanks to everyone who supported me.

Yes, yes, yes, everyone as promised, the new website is coming. I will post it on FB and send emails out to notify you when it will be available. We are going to be launching three ebooks; Champagne Dreams & Chocolate Kisses(five short romantic stories), Looking For Mr tonight (fictional novel) and Satisfying The Woman In Me(fictional novel. It's taking a while but I can assure you, it's going to be worth your wait.

Until next time, blessings.

~Minnie/Leigh

Mama singing dumb, dumb, dumb, dumb

2011-06-16T07:39:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Hope you all are well. My sister is visiting from ATL and it is great. Just don't know what Mama and I are going to do when she leaves in July. She is staying the entire month of June and we are loving it.

We were feeding Mama this morning and Mama was singing dumb, dumb, dumb, dumb and we looked at each other and laughing we were wondering whether Mama was really talking about us. We will never know but it was so funny.

More Mama updates later. Please keep visiting. Thanks.

~Minnie/Leigh

Sister is visiting from ATL entire month of June and into July...YAY!!!

2011-06-13T05:43:00.000-07:00

This is such a great month for Mama and I. My sister is visiting from ATL this month and we are having such fun; playing Scrabble (I even got closer to winning this time but still no cigar), eating homemade sweet potato pie,talking and laughing and having a really good relaxed time. It is not often my sister can spend this amount of quality time with us, but we certainly are enjoying this time together.

We also watched the Mavs beat the Heat(Her for the Heat, me the Mavs this year) I have never chosen the Mavs as my team prior to this year but since My Celtics were defeated, then the Thunder, the Mavs got my vote and they won. Congratulations to the Mavs.

Procedure done today where anesthesiologist administered Propofol

2011-06-10T19:36:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

I know, it's been a minute but here I am. Not much to say today except that I had a procedure today where the anesthesiologist administered the drug, Propofol. I looked him in the eye and asked, "have you ever heard of Michael Jackson?"
He laughed and said, "Yes."
"Well, I don't want to end up like that," I said, only I wasn't laughing. Anyway in addition to them taking really good care of me and waking me up without any problems, I had about a half hour of the best sleep.

Let me back up a moment. The day before the procedure, I met with this doctor for the first time. I sat across from him at his desk and again, I looked this doctor in his eyes and I told him to please not let me die, that I had an elderly Mama that I have to take care of. He assured me there would not be a problem. Thank God, I'm alive. Well, until next time, good night all.

Blessings!

~Leigh/Minnie

Edited novels this past week, is spending Memorial Day with family & Friends

2011-05-30T12:06:00.000-07:00

Hello Out There.

I worked on manuscripts last week, submitted material to my agent, worked with web-designer in finalizing website all of which was fun and enjoyable. Today, Memorial Day, Mama and I intend to continue to enjoy family and friends. Mama had an upset stomach this morning. All three of my brothers came over and sat with us for several hours. Mama appears to be doing better--she is keeping food on her stomach now. Thank God!!!

I intend to look after Mama and spend the rest of the day enjoying whoever comes by. My sister will be coming here from ATL on Thursday. That is gonna be g-r-e-a-t!
Until next time, peace and blessings to you all.

~Minnie/Leigh

A Partly Cloudy Memorial Day

2011-05-30T11:27:00.000-07:00

Hello Again,

I hope you and your family are enjoying this Memorial Day. I am grateful for the veterans including two of my brothers and all other branches of military services for their willingness to serve in this country as well as abroad. Because they gave so much and served so well, we are able to celebrate our freedoms. I thank them one and all.

American Idol

2011-05-26T19:13:00.000-07:00

Glad Scotty is the next American Idol but I can't quite understand why Beyonce' chose to sing, 'Make Love To Me' at that venue. While I think Beyonce' is a very talented woman, I also think she should take that type of song to the award shows or Vegas. I'm not hating on the lady but there were a lot of youngsters in the audience. I am going back to my work. Trying to work on my Alzheimer's book about Mama and I. Next time you all.

Blessings!

~Minnie/Leigh

The New American Idol and The Real Housewives of N Y

2011-05-26T18:20:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Mama and I are well and we hope you are. Last night we watched American Idol and it was great to see Scotty win. That young man is going to sell some records. Tho, all of the thirteen finalists on American Idol are going to have awesome careers. I wish tham all well.

Tonight, in between work, I am watching The Real Housewives of New York. Lord, I just don't know who died and left any of them the leader of the pack. They are so full of themselves, but they make me laugh. They all have issues and need a therapist. Just saying, LOL.

Got to run. Until next time, many blessings to you.

~Leigh/Minnie

Fish lunch with baby brother, Robert

2011-05-06T17:44:00.000-07:00

Hello dear friends,

Today was another terrific day but as always it is great when my baby brother comes by with food. Today he brought fish sandwiches and lemonade for us. We had a nice meal, conversation and we watched tv.

Blessings to you all!

Book Signing/BooksAMillion/Saturday/Florence, SC

2011-05-06T17:37:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

I will be doing a book signing tomorrow, Saturday, May 7, 2011, from 2 - 6pm, at Books A Million in Florence, S.C. Come out and check out From My Front Porch, the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep and moi. It will be great to see you. Take care and be blessed.

Thanks!

~Leigh

IDOL Dumps Jacob

2011-05-05T19:19:00.000-07:00

Hello my friends,

Hope you are all doing really well. Mama and I are great.

Well, Jacob is no longer on American Idol. It appears America didn't vote for him as we did for some of the other contestants because his not being there now has nothing to do with his talend. That young man is very talented. Don't worry Jacob, better days are coming.

Blessings,

~Leigh

leighmcknightonline.com new website is coming

2011-05-05T16:20:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,

I hope everyone is well and looking forward to a wonderful Mother's Day weekend. I am.

This note is to remind you that my new website will be coming soon. You'll be able to communicate with me and see what I'm up to. Another great feature is that you'll be able to view my books on my website and order if you'd like to. I'll have a number of genres; children books, humor, short romantic stories and novels. So please check back from time to time and check me out.

Continue to stay blessed and we will talk again soon.

Blessings,
~Leigh

Fan loves my work

2011-05-03T21:02:00.000-07:00

Hello out there,

I hope that you all are well and really blessed. I am.

I got a call from someone who purchased my books, From My Front Porch and the sequyel, Sinners Never Sleep and she told me how much she loves the books. In fact, she said she loves them so much that she would like the story to continue. What do you think. I am thinking about it tho not making any promises.

Well, my team, the Celtics lost a second game to the Heat tonight. Hope the Celtics get it together for the next four games in Boston.

I was also really proud to know that Derrick Rose, a 22 year old Bulls player is the youngest MVP in NBA's history. Congrats to Derrick Rose on his accomplishments.

Until next time, be blessed!

~Leigh

CELTICS LOST TO HEAT ON SUNDAY

2011-05-02T21:20:00.000-07:00

Hello you all,

How are all you sports fans. I was so disappointed yesterday when my favorite team, The Boston Celtics lost their first game in the second round, to The Miami Heat. And, just why was Paul Pierce thrown out of the game. The ref should know that I was none too pleased with that move and I hope he minds himself next time. Altho disappointed with the first game, I am still hopeful. Come on Boston Celtics and let's get four wins. You can do it.

Until next time boys and girls, I remain,

~Leigh

New neighbors in the neighborhood

2011-05-02T20:53:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday to you all,

For years, we've had the same neighbors but recently they have built five new houses in my neighborhood and three of them are now occupied. The neighbor next door came over this morning and we had coffee together. She talked about making strawberry and peach perserves and later, she will make fig perserves. I have a uge fig tree in Mama and my back yard that bears lots of figs each year. My neighbor planted two which I am certain will bear fruit in years to come. She intends to share the perserves with me. I thought that was nice of her.

Well Osama Bin Laden is dead, and no Americans were harm. That was a well executed plan to go into that mansion in Pakistan, take care of Bin Laden and dispose of his remains. It's just good to know that he can't hurt anyone else.

Just put Mama to bed for the night and it's time for me to do the same, of course after I watch Jerry Springer. That's my comic relief. Until next time, take care and God bless.

~Leigh

The Royal Wedding

2011-04-29T21:54:00.001-07:00

Hello All,

Hope everyone is well. For the past few months, we have been inundated with news about the Royal Wedding, William and Kate. Indeed it was a gorgeous wedding, one I'm sure every little girl wishes she could have one day. The couple appear to have a real genuine love for each other. I hope that is the case and that their feelings for each other last forever. I believe they deserve it. What I hope also is that the media not haunt them and allow them to live their lives and enjoy their family and friends in peace.

I didn't wake at 4am to see the wedding, but have seen a number of repeats. However, I did see, at the time it happened when William kissed Kate, his new bride, from the terrace(twice). It was beautiful and costly, but now back to the real world.

I am hoping to have a new website launched very soon. I hope you all will visit it often and invite others to come along and share the experience. Take care all of you and until next time, I remain,

~Leigh

Family going to the beach for a few days

2011-04-27T14:45:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,

I hope you guys are having a fantastic day. Well some family members are going to the beach for a few days. I choose not to go and take Mama. Don't want to take her that far away from home anymore. They came by to make sure Mama and I were okay--we are.

Now, why won't the Donald go after creating jobs and give out some good tips on the budget situation. He says he's brilliant. I just want to say, give it a rest Donald, the birth certificate situation appears to be settled. He is still questioning how the president got into those Ivy League schools. His opinion was affirmative action. I like the Donald but I'd also like for him to give it a rest.

That's all for now. Will check with you all later.

~Leigh

Aretha Franklin will perform on The View on Thursday

2011-04-26T08:44:00.000-07:00

Hello All,

Hope everyone is doing fine and is having a blessed day. Mama and I are great.

To all you Aretha Franklyn fans, she will be performing on The View on Thursday of this week, ABC(Channel 5 for me) at 11:00 am. I can't wait to see her. As always, she will be AWESOME!!!!!!!

Until next time, I am bless; you be as well.

~Leigh

Beautiful Easter Sunday spent with family and friends

2011-04-25T20:56:00.001-07:00

Hello you guys,

I hope you all had a fabulous Easter with your family and friends. I certainly did. I got Mama up, fed and dressed and two of my brothers, their wives, some of their children and grandchildren and other friends came to the house after church. I had the kids to promise that they would show Mama and I their Easter outfits. They all looked really nice. After the kids changed into their casual clothing, we got involved in our family traditional Easter Egg hunt. The kids were running around, giggling as they chased each other and found eggs. They were having such fun that I decided to join in and I managed to find two eggs myself. The kids felt badly for me and gave me two extra eggs so I shared them with my friend.

Later that afternoon when Mama and were alone, she took a nap and I turned on the computer and did some work on a script, sent some e-mails, made some Facebook posts and afterwards, I took a much needed nap also. It was a beautiful day and we enjoyed it with family and friends. I hope your day was as good or even better. Until next time, God bless.

~Leigh

Watching the rain fall and caressed the Azales Bushes

2011-04-22T16:04:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,
This has been the most relaxing day. Decided to spend most of it with Mama, giving her lots of attention. After Mama and I got up this and got ready for our day, we went into the foyer, opened the front door and I sat on the floor next to Mama's chair in front of the outside glass door and we watched the rain fall on the Azales bushes, the Dogwood trees and the grass. It was lovely. Later, we had a nice meal and early evening, my brother brought us a great salad.

Take care you all until next time. Mama and I are going to watch the Celtics play New York.

Blessings,
Leigh & Mama

My sister is visiting from Atl

2011-04-05T19:38:00.000-07:00

My sister is visiting from ATL and we, as always, have been having the best time. Her grandson had a birthday party at Chucky Cheese on Saturday early afternoon and my brother who retired from the Army after 25+ years was given a Retirement Party that evening. Mama and I are doing well. I am thinking about taking her for a little ride tomorrow if the weather is good. Until we talk again, take care and be blessed.

Minnie Dix aka Leigh McKnight

Favorite team

2011-04-05T19:27:00.000-07:00

My favorite team, The Boston Celtics won their game tonight over the 76ers. Go Celtics. I'm still packing up books to be shipped to my distributor in Florida. They ordered 150 copies of my children's books, The Oak Trees That Talk(one book for each season and Belcher, The 10th Reindeer).

Mama eats two dinners so I'm about to feed her a light meal. She tends to sleep better when she has a full stomach. Take care you all and I will be talking with you soon.

Blessings,
Minnie Dix aka Leigh McKnight

Great weekend for book signings

2010-08-30T11:30:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,
This has been a great weekend for my family, friends and I. It was a terrific drive to Florence on Friday to Books A Million where I did my book signing. Event went well and I so appreciate all the love. I sold out of FROM MY FRONT PORCH and there wewre only 2 copies of SINNERS NEVER SLEEP left on the table. I drove to Charleston, SC on Saturday and sold a ton of books at that event as well. Thanks to everyone who came out and shared their love with me. I walked away from each event with many great friends. I love all of you.

Blessings.

~Leigh

Book Signing at BooksAMillion in Florence today went really well

2010-08-27T21:41:00.000-07:00

Hello You All,
I haven't blogged in a while, problems with computer, but glad to be back on the scene. I had a nice drive over to Florence from Sumter, SC today for a book signing. I sold out of FROM MY FRONT PORCH and there were only 2 copies of SINNERS NEVER SLEEP left. I met so many nice people and I want to thank them all for their love and support. I certainly couldn't do this without them.
Well, Mama is asleep in her chair so I gotta run and put her to bed. Good night all and we will talk again soon.

Blessings.

~Leigh

Mama and I had breakfast in yard while brothers pressure washed house

2010-08-06T13:34:00.000-07:00

It was a nice breezy morning on Wednesday and Mama and I had breakfast outside while my brothers, Jerry and Robert pressure washed our house and did some yard work. Mama enjoyed the wonderful breezes as I fed her. It was a great morning.

Mama and I returned to the inside nearly 1pm. I hope you are enjoying your summer.

Blessings to you all.

~Leigh

Mama is sleping, I'm watching the rain. It's a very nice afternoon

2010-08-06T13:23:00.000-07:00

It's the day after Mama's birthday. She had a wonderful day; lots of contacts and well wishes. Thanks to all who showed Mama so much love.

It is raining this Friday afternoon, Mama is asleep and I'm watching the rain fall and I am enjoying it. It is a wonderful afternoon. Tomorrow, I go to Books A Million, Northwoods Mall, Books A Million to do book signing of books From My Front Porch and sequel, Sinners Never Sleep.

Soon, I will shampoo my hair and later do a couple of hours of editing one of the books I am working on, A Day In Paradise.

Everyone be safe and stay cool in the midst of all the heat we are experiencing. Blessings.

~Leigh

FROM MY FRONT PORCH AND SINNERS NEVER SLEEP

2010-08-02T20:53:00.000-07:00

Hey You all,

If you are looking for some really good summer reading that is easy to read, enjoyable and fun, please buy or order my novels, From My Front Porch and the sequel Sinners Never Sleep. Great books, great reviews and they don't disappoint. Thank you so much for your support.

Blessings!

~Leigh

Hoping for Cooler Temperatures

2010-08-02T20:42:00.000-07:00

We are in the middle of Summer and it is entirely too hot. Mama and I are hoping for cooler temperatures so that she can go out.

I want to let you know that I had two book signings this past weekend; Friday, Books A Million in Northwoods Mall, Charleston, SC and Saturday at Books A Million in FLorence, SC. Each went well. I certainly appreciate the love that I receive from you all and I can't thank you enough.

For those of you who are not familiar with my books, they are From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. I would appreciate it if you would buy or order them online.

Take care you all and Blessings always. Love ya!

~Leigh

Sold Out Book signing at Book A Million at Concord Mills North Carolina

2010-07-25T19:30:00.000-07:00

Hello Again!

I did a book signing at Concord Mills Books A Million in North Carolina on Saturday and fortunately, we sold out. When I signed my last two books, From My Front Porch & Sinners Never Sleep, there were still others around the table who wanted to buy books from me. I am so appreciative of all the love that was shows me in North Carolina and I will be calling as the manager requested to do another signing real soon.

So often I have had to cancel book signing events because of Mama's illness but God is good. He allows me to do well every time I am able to do an event and I am truly grateful. And, I want to express my heartfelt thanks to each and everyone of you who love and support me. Thank you and I love you all right back.

Blessings to you all.

~Leigh

Thank you for buying my books, From My Front Porch & Sinners Never Sleep;please continue to do so.

2010-07-18T23:17:00.000-07:00

Hello All,

I want to thank all of you who bought my books, From My Front Porch & the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. I also want to express my sincere appreciation of the fact that you come out in large numbers and support me at my book signing events. My book signing event at Village at Sandhill, Books A Million this past Saturday went very well. Thank you all so much for all the love you continue to show me. I appreciate you supporting me this way and since I ain't too proud to beg(lol), I am asking you to please continue to do so and have your friends and family members to do so as well.

Take good care of yourself until we communicate again. Please check out my site, www.leighmcknightonline.com and continue to follow my blog and twitter. I love you all.

Blessings.

~Leigh

Mama and I are relaxing on this wonderful Sunday Afternoon

2010-07-11T10:30:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

It's one of those beautiful, lazy Sunday afternoon. Mama is keeping herself entertained and in between relaxing in my recliner, I am posting stuff on the computer. Gotta love this Sunday. What are you doing? Looking forward to my book signing in Books A Million, Sandhill Shopping area, Columbia this upcoming Saturday. Hope to see some of you there. Enjoy your family and your day!

Blessings.

~Leigh

Mama is fiesty but book signings are going great

2010-07-10T21:38:00.000-07:00

Hello, hello, hello,

I hope you all are well. Mama and I are great when she isn't fighting or just being fiesty. Whatever, she is still the love of her children's lives. It is time for me to put her to bed for the night but wanted to tell you all how well my book signing went today. I did a signing at Books A Million, Northwoods Mall in North Charleston and it went extremely well. The store is having their major book sales this and next week and they asked me to come back this coming weekend but no can do because I have something else scheduled. I graciously thanked them for being so generous to me, allowing or asking me to come in to their store so regularly to do signings. The stores are great to me and I appreciate it so much.

Good night all. I'm putting Mama to bed and I think I'm gonna put myself to bed as well. Thank a thousand times over for all your support of me. I love you all.

Blessings.
~Leigh

Renovations on the 2 bedrooms are completed--yippee

2010-06-26T15:22:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,
Thank goodness, the renovations on the two bedrooms are now completed but now the real work begins. I don't mind because it is looking so good. How are you all doing. Please continue to follow my blog, www.leighmcknight.blogspot.com, Twitter and visit my site, www.leighmcknightonline.com and let me not forget to ask you to please purchase my books; From My Front Porch and Sinners Never Sleep. Thank you in advance for your wonderful support and generosity. Love you all.

Leigh

The two bedrooms have been converted into one, now the painting will begin

2010-06-19T21:44:00.000-07:00

The contractor has been working in Mama and my home most of the week, converting two bedrooms into one and that phrase of the work is done. Monday, the painting will begin--Midday yellow and white. It should be pretty. Mama likes yellow so most of the house is now yellow. I had a book signing in Charleston at Books A Million today (I changed from Fayetteville and went to Charleston instead and the event went very well, even after a slow start. Anyway, after I drove back to Sumter from Charleston, I went out shopping for bedding and curtains for Mama and my new room and saw some great things that I will get. I was just too tired to stand in any line and wait on making the purchases, but Monday after another dental appointment, I will go back to Anna's Linen and rack up on some really pretty things.

To those of you who haven't gotten my two newest books, From My Front Porch and sequel, Sinners Never Sleep, please pick up a copy from your favorite book store or order online at Amazon.com or urbanbooks.net.

Until next time, take care and be blessed.
~Leigh

Renovations will begin in my home tomorrow--yippee!!!

2010-06-14T00:04:00.000-07:00

Well, finally I've decided to do some renovations to my home. Converting two bedrooms into one and the work will begin tomorrow. ALso, followers, please get my two newest books, From My Front Porch and sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. They will not disappoint. Got to get to bed now because I am in for a very long day tomorrow. Night to you all. Blessings.
~Leigh

Sister coming from ATL for a couple of weeks visit--good, good, good

2010-06-06T14:23:00.000-07:00

Hello There,

My sister and her grandson, Kwany are coming from ATL to visit Mama and I for a couple of weeks. We are planning to do a lot while she is here, including a trip to Charleston, the beach and we will do some shopping.

Another reminder that I am the author of From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep and I would like it very, very much if you would go out and get copies or order online. Come on, they are great Summer reads.

Stay tuned folks, another book will come out soon.

Love to you all: XO XO XO.

~Leigh

Author of From My Front Porch and sequel, Sinners Never Sleep

2010-06-05T17:18:00.000-07:00

Hey Y'all,
How you guys doing? I'm doing okay but the last couple of days, Mama hasn't walked. We used the wheelchair quite a bit the last couple of days. I see the progression of the illness and it is difficult to watch but she's with me and all is good.

Now, for those of you who are not familiar with my most recent books; they are From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. Please go out and purchase a copy. Or, if you prefer,you can go on line and order. Remember to read these two books before my next project comes out.

Love to you all and blessings.

~Leigh

About to have renovations done-turning two bedrooms into one

2010-06-01T18:04:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,

I am excited today because the contractor came by and talked with me and my brothers about some renovations in Mama and my home. We are combining two bedrooms into one which hopefully will be a nice room where I can set up a small area as an office, or at least put my computer and desk.

Now for the good stuff, both of my books, From My Front Porch and especially the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. I am thinking about self-publishing my next book, Looking For Mr. Tonight. If I do, it will be on the market before Christmas. Look guys, I ain't too proud to beg, to those of you who don't have my books, please go out and buy them or order from Amazon.com or one of the chain stores. Help me out here, people and in advance, I thank you..lol.

Blessings to you all.

~~Leigh

2 great book signings this weekend, my nephew, Chris McKnight from ATL visits, Boston Celtics wins Eastern Division

2010-05-30T16:53:00.000-07:00

Hello All,
It's been a minute since I've blogged. I did book signings at Books A Million stores on Friday(Charleston-Northwoods Mall) and Fayetteville and both went well. I signed my two most recent books, From My Front Porch and sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. I hear they are great books. Please get a copy...:) and tellme what you think.

My favorite team in the NBA is the Boston Celtics (favorite player is Shaq/Cavs) won the Eastern Division. I am so happy about that. Now, I hope they put it to the Lakers.

My naphew, Chris McKnight is visiting Mama and I. He lives in ATL. Our talks are wonderful as we are reliving long ago when he and his family returned from overseas and lived here until they bought a home. It was great and I miss them from being here but hey everyone is grown now. I enjoy his visits.

Got to go and check on Mama. Once again, please go out or order online my books, From My Front Porch and Sinners Never Sleep. The books will not disappoint. Thank you so much and be blessed.

~Leigh

A Beautiful Mother's Day for Mama and I

2010-05-10T12:09:00.000-07:00

Hello All,
My mother and I had a wonderful Mother's Day. We got cards, gifts and flowers. My brother, Robert and his wife, Lillie gave Mama a beautiful bouquet of white roses, they gave me a gift package of body logion and shower gel. Beautiful. My brother, Jerry and his wife, Doritha gave me a beautiful card. The card company did an appropriately beautiful job on the imprinted portion of the card, but when my brother wrote, 'thank you for being the mother to our sisters, brothers and our parents,' I completely lost it. Tears flowed. I would trade my family for all the tea in China. Meaning, I wouldn't take anything for them.

To those of you who have read my books, From My Front Porch and sequel, Sinners Never Sleep, I want to thank you so much for your support, and I hope you have enjoyed them.

One of my upcoming books is LOOKING FOR MR. TONIGHT. I would appreciate your continued support so please be on the look out for my upcoming books.

My book signing at Books A Million in Charleston this past Saturday went very well. It amazes me the generousity of people. As I was doing a book signing, one customer, a lady who owns a boutique, was buying two sets of my novels, Front Porch and Sinners. I mentioned that I had done a book signing at a boutique in Florence a few times and how well it went. She thought it was a good idea, then she purchased an additional 10 copies of each book which brought her total purchase to 24 books. I thanked her perfusely and I went out to my car and brought her several free copies of a book of short romantic stories, Champagne Dreams & Chocolate Kisses, that I wrote under my birth name, Minnie Dix and gave to her.

I got to get back to writing. Take care my friends and be blessed.

~Minnie Dix aka Leigh McKnight

I've got a virus; chills, fever and not feeling good

2010-04-28T20:16:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Well, after so many family members and friends who got this virus, I came down with it. I've got chills and fever and just don't feel good at all. To those of you who aren't familiar with my work, please pick up a copy of my books; From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. You will enjoy them. Blessings to you. I am going to bed. This girl needs some rest.

~Leigh

Why can't dentist do all work in a couple of weeks instead of a couple of years?

2010-04-27T09:22:00.000-07:00

Hello All,

I went to the dentist again on yesterday. Why do dentist stretch out work that they do that can be done in a few appointments not like I have a problem with all twenty-eight teeth that I do have. I did some writing last night on a new book. Not sure when it will be finished. Again, to those of you who aren't familiar with my work, I have two novels on the market by Urban Soul. The books are From My Front Porch and sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. Please buy or order online my books and let me know your thoughts.

Thanks again to those of you who supported me this past weekend at Books A Million stores in Charleston on Friday and Fayetteville on Saturday. Both signings went well. Until next time, be blessed.

~Leigh

Book Signings at BooksAMillion in Charleston and Fayetteville went well

2010-04-26T10:21:00.000-07:00

Hello You All,

Just writing to say that my book signing at Books A Million in Charleston and Fayetteville this past weekend went well. People are still buying From My Front Porch and the sequel Sinners Never Sleep. Thanks to all of you for your support. Those of you who haven't read the books yet, please buy or order a copy soon. Remember, there are more hot and spicy, slice of life books to follow. Read and enjoy!

Blessings to you all until next time!

~Leigh

Writing most ot the day

2010-04-19T20:10:00.000-07:00

Hello You All,

Not much to say today because I have been writing most of the day. Very close to completing another project. Want to finish so that I can get back to reading some more. Booked several more stores today for book signings, which I will post later.

If you haven't read any of my books, please check them out. They are From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. Don't forget to follow me on Facebook, Twitter and visit my website, www.leighmcknightonline.com for information on how you can follow me. Please feel free to comment on my blog or sign my Guestbook on my site.

Thanks for being there for me. And, until next time, I am,

~Leigh

Book Signing, Waldenbooks in Charleston on Friday and Sumter Mall on Saturday

2010-04-17T22:03:00.000-07:00

I hadn't done a book signing in Waldenbooks in Charleston on corner of Meeting and Market Streets since last year but it was great being in that store again. I was saddened that one of my favorite managers in the Charleston stores has left. The signing went okay..It has gone better but it was such a beautiful day and there was some sort of air show going on so there wasn't much of a crowd.

My signing in Sumter went pretty good. Although, I have done a lot better here as well. The manager told me that they still sell a high number of my books so I am just greatful for everything and everyone who come out in support of me. I am still working on a number of other projects and will notify when something new is coming out. Please go out and buy or order my books online. The books are From My Front Porch and sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. Thanks so much.

Blessings to you all until next time. Love to you all!

~Leigh

Book Club will be discussing From My Front Porch

2010-04-14T20:22:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Just a note to say that a book club at JaveNook Books will be discussing From My Front Porch during the month of May. I am excited about that. It's is already late and I have to put Mama to bed so I will talk with you later. By the way, please go out and buy or order online my books, From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. I appreciate you very much and have a great evening.

~Leigh

A Beautiful Sunday Afternoon to Run Errands Or Just Relax

2010-04-11T12:18:00.000-07:00

Hello out there,

Well, it's Sunday again and my time to spend several hours away from home to either go shopping, a drive, visit Swan Lake or whatever I want to do. Two of my brothers, Jerry and Robert, came in and took care of Mama after church today while I took some Minnie/Leigh time. When I returned home, Mama was asleep and only one brother was here. Those boys are manning up. They don't like to be here with Mama alone--simply put, one can't handle her alone.

Still relishing in the fact that my book signings over the weekend went very well. I did BookAMillion in Florence Friday afternoon and BooksAMillion in Northwoods Mall in Charleston on Saturday. I signed my books, From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. Thanks to each and everyone of you who came out and supported me. I take nothing for granted and I love you all dearly. Until next time, Blessings to you all.

~Leigh

Book signings at Books A Million in Florence and Charleston

2010-04-10T21:48:00.000-07:00

Here I go again; Often times, due to family situations, I do book signings at the spur of the moment. The stores are so gracious to me, they always keep plenty of my books on hand so that if I want to do a signing of my two books, From My Front Porch and sequel Sinners Never Sleep, I can call only days in advance and they will have me come in and do a signing. I can't thank the few stores that I do go to, enough. They even encourage customers to purchase my books when I am not there. It doesn't get any better than that.

I did a repeat signing at BAM in Florence again this Friday night and it went well. I alwo did a signing in Charleston at BAM in the Northwoods Mall. Charleston always goes well. Many thanks to all the wonderful people who support me. I simply couldn't do it without so much support. Thank God and thank you too.

For those of you who are not familiar with my books, please go out or go online and purchase From My Front Porch and Sinners Never SLeep. I would appreciate it very much.

Mama and I are going to bed now. Have a good night you all and enjoy the rest of the weekend.

~Leigh

Book signing in Florence and Charleston this weekend

2010-04-07T11:42:00.000-07:00

Hello Again,

Will be doing book signings back at Books A Million in Florence on Friday, April 9, 2010, beginning at 3:30. I will be signing From My Front Porch and the sequel Sinners Never Sleep. I will also be in Charleston at Books A Million in Charleston, Northwoods Mall on Saturday beginning at 2 pm. If you are in the area, please join me. I know as always, it will be a blast!!!

Love to you all.

~Leigh

Book Signings in Florence, SC at Books A Million and Barnes & Noble

2010-04-05T19:01:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone,

Just wanted to drop a note to say I did two book signings this past weekend(both in Florence, SC. The books are From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. I was at Books A Million on Friday and though I didn't sell as many books as I normally do at that store, I sold several dozens at Barnes & Noble on Saturday. I was pleasantly surprised that I got to meet several of my Facebook friends and their families and one of the reviewers for Rawsistaz. They were all very nice and we had wonderful talks and some of them bought books which I appreciated very much.

I took my Mama with me both days over the weekend and though I believe she got a little tired on Saturday, I could tell she was enjoying riding around in the wheel chair enjoying seeing all the people while her sitter shopped. I just want to say how accommodating the stores are with me. They don't have a problem with how long I stay. If I want to leave for a minute just to check on Mama, they don't have a problem with that. And, the nice thing is that they allows me to come whenever I want to.

I just want to thank everyone who supports me, come out and ask questions about publishing or just to talk. I enjoy it all and feel priviledge that God has put so many wonderful people in my life. Thanks to you all and I love you.

~~Leigh

Beautiful trip to Charleston along with my mother and her sitter for my book signing at Books A Million

2010-03-26T21:10:00.000-07:00

Hello all,

My mother and her sitter accompanied me to my book signing at Books A Million in Charleston today and it was so special having her there. We took her wheel chair and she was able to go with the sitter and shopped while I met new people, reacquainted myself with some old friends and signed some books.

There is a number of events going on in Charleston this weekend so the mall wasn't very crowded, but I did pretty well and I was grateful for the wonderful people who supported me and to the ones who said they would at a later time.

The two books that I am promoting are From My Front Porch and Sinners Never Sleep. Not only are these book wonderful, enjoyable reads, they also make wonderful gifts. Don't forget Mother's Day is coming up soon so this would make a terrific gife for all the women in your life and it is very easy shopping.Love to you all until we meet again. Blessings.

~~Leigh

Book signing in Charleston went well

2010-03-19T18:55:00.000-07:00

Hello all,

Stopped in to share with you that the book signing in Charleston went very well today. Granted, some times, I do better but today was great. I was at Books A Million for only a couple of hours but it went really well and I am grateful for all the friends who supported me. I appreciate each and every one of them more than I can say. Thanks to you all and to those who are interested enough to read my blogs. I love ya.

I am really getting into this time change this year. After my book signing in Charleston today, I drove home and took Mama out for a nice ride and diet sodas and we got home before dark. I'm loving this.

Until next time, take care and be blessed.

I love you much.
>Leigh

Upcoming book signings

2010-03-18T20:20:00.000-07:00

Hello everyone,

Just stopping in for a moment to tell you about two upcoming book signings this weekend. Friday, March 19, 3:30 pm, I will be at Books A Million in Charleston at the Northwoods Mall, and Saturday, March 20, 2:00 pm, I will be at Books A Million in Columbia, SC at Harbison. Hope to see many of you out there. You have been so supportive of me and I can't tell you how much I appreciate it. Thanks so much.

Love and blessings to you all.
~~Leigh

PS I gotta tell you, most of today, I watched The Housewives of New York. With their jobs, writing books, singing, those women still don't have enough to do. So much nothing about nothing.

Book Signing at Books A Million/Village at Sand Hill

2010-03-13T21:33:00.000-08:00

Hello to all you bloggers out there.

I haven't been out here for a while now. Had root canal done and was out of it for a bit but I'm on the move again. I did a book signing today at Books A Million/Village at Sand Hill and I sold all but several copies of my novel, From My Front Porch, and we sold out the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. In additional to having former co-workers, new and old friends come out and supported me at this event, one friend whom I met several weeks ago who bought only Sinners because that was the only title we had, she went to another book store and bought Front Porch. She sent me a nice e-mail telling me how much she loved my books and she came with her family to my book signing today and bought two additional sets of my books. Marsha is wonderful and I love her. What a friend she is.

I've got other book signings coming up this week: Friday, Books A Million/Northwoods Mall/Charleston and Saturday, Books A Million/Harbison/Columbia. Please come out and join me and let's get to know each other. Also, I want to thank each and every one of you who have supported and cared about me and my mother and always ask about her. You guys are great and I love you all. Blessings to you all.

>>Leigh

Book signings in Charleston and Sumter this weekend

2010-02-20T21:25:00.000-08:00

Hello out there,
It's kinda late and almost time to put Mama to bed but I wanted to say hello to you and to express my profound thanks for your friendship and support. You came out this weekend in Charleston and here in Sumter, S.C. and supported me immensely. I signed both books, From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. Please check out my website, www.leighmcknightonline.com and feel free to sign my Guestbook and share your feelings with me. Please follow me on twitter, Facebook and continue to follow my blog.

I've got a really good suggestion for a terrific novel you might want to read. Why not join me in reading Hostage of Lies by Maxine Thompson. This is a fantastic book that offers so much history. I wouldn't be surprised if this book is a required reading book in many schools. I will report back on my review of the book when I am finished. I'm getting close but don't want toe story to end.

Well good night for now and as always blessings to you.

~Leigh

Website updated and beautiful

2010-02-16T22:28:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone,

Great to talk with you again. So many of you call me, e-mail Facebook and just generally keep in touch with me and support me. That is awesome and much appreciated. Many of you have contacted me and said you were unable to rate my novels, From My Front Porch or Sinners Never Sleep on Amazon, well my web mistress, Tee C. Royal has remedied that. Tee always keeps me straight. She does a fabulous job of making sure I have exactly what I want and need on my site. She is wonderful. professional and I appreciate her very much. Please go to my website, www.leighmcknightonline.com and check out her work. Also, please click onto Guestbook and click link that will allow you to rate my novels. That would be greatly appreciated. Once again, thank you for always being there and supporting me. Always know that I enjoy the emails, Facebook notes, phone calls, etc from you. Please keep it up and I look forward to seeing you soon.
Much love,
~Leigh

Working on new novel and glancing at Mama's Valentine's Day flowers

2010-02-15T13:24:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone,
I got lots of nice things for Valentine's Day, but I didn't get any flowers y'all. Mama did tho. I guess I should say to her, 'you go girl.' Just kidding. She loves her beautiful bouquet and I love seeing the beautiful smile on her pretty face.

Also, just wanted to report that because of all the support you've given me, my novels, From My Front Porch and Sinners Never Sleep are doing well. Thank you so much. I have recently completed two more novels, Looking For Mr. Tonight and Satisfying The Woman In Me. Right now I am focusing on a new book, A Day In Paradise. It is about a third of the way finished. Please keep in touch by following me on Twitter, Facebook, my websites, www.leighmcknightonline.com, www.minniedix.com, www.leighmcknight.blotspot.com, or email me at leigh.mcknight08@gmail.com or minnie_dix@yahoo.com. You may sign my Guestbooks on the sites. I welcome your comments and I will keep you posted on when my next book will be released. Thanks again, keep the faith and always be blessed.
Love to you all,
~~Leigh

Was called by a book store to come in and sign books

2010-02-14T14:30:00.000-08:00

I was called and asked if I could come in and autographed some of my books for this President's and Valentine's Day weekend. I gladly obliged and while I was sitting on the floor of book store autographing books, I sold two copies of From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep.

I just finished editing Looking For Mr. Tonight and Satisfying The Woman In Me. I am also reading Hostage of Lies by Maxine Thompson. It is such a good book. I can't wait to see where Titi's journey ends once she unfolds all the lies of her past. A wonderful read.

I hope you all are enjoying the snow and again, have a Happy Valentine's Day!
Until next time, love to you all.

~Leigh

It's snowing in Sumter, SC

2010-02-12T21:29:00.000-08:00

It is snowing in Sumter, SC, and it is beautiful. The grounds, dogwood trees as well as the other trees are covered with snow. It looks like a winter wonderland--a picture postcard. My sister is visiting from Atl and we are playing Scrabble, eating snacks, having ice cream and chilling. We are having a very fun time.

I am working on several pieces, edits, re-writes, etc. But for those of you who haven't yet read any of my work, please check out my novels, From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. Until next time, be blessed!!!

~Leigh

Book Signing in Fayetteville, NC at Books A Million

2010-02-07T13:39:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone,
I want to thank each and every one of you for coming out to join me at my book signing yesterday at Books A Million in Fayetteville, NC. I signed my novels, From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. It went amazingly well and I can't thank you enough. There were many highlites. Not only did I have customers buying 2 books, but some bought 6 and even 8 which I was extremely grateful, but one person who supported me her husband's older brother is married to one of my first cousins and to top that, my brother and his wife were at a family reunion meeting with that first cousin and her husband of the person who bought books from me. How weird was that. Small world even. Later everyone until next time. Blessings to you always. Mama and I are going to play around with some checkers. Again, many thanks to every one.

Love to you all,
~~Leigh

Book signing in Fayetteville

2010-02-01T21:21:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone,
Please join me at Books A Million in Fayetteville, North Carolina, on Saturday, February 6, 2010, 2pm - 6pm. I appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again. Take care and thanks so much.
Blessings,
~Leigh

Please follow me on Facebook, Twitter and visit my sites

2010-02-01T21:12:00.000-08:00

Hello, it's me again. I'm going to keep it short tonight. Just watched BET Honors 2010 and am extremely proud of the receipients and their achievements. Just a quick stop to ask you to follow me on Facebook, Twitter and check out my site from time to time, www.leighmcknightonline.com and www.minniedix.com and sign my Guestbooks. Also, please check out my new novels, From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. You'll be happy that you did.
Blessings to all,
~Leigh---Minnie

Pleasant Sunday Afternoon

2010-01-31T13:39:00.000-08:00

Hello to you all,
Spending the day alone. Brothers took Mama out for a while and after having a nice nap, I got up, got some coffee, put me feet up and began channel surfing. I have decided to not do any work again today. Last year was pretty busy what with all the book signings and writing. I don't necessarily see this as a waisted day. When I decide to work again, I will return to it reinspired, reinvigerated and ready to go. SOme times we just need to take a break and just chill. That's exactly where I am right now and gosh, it feels wonderful.

PS: Don't tell my brothers but I know they were afraid to take Mama out alone that's why they double teamed her, ha ha ha ha ha.

A cold and rainy but relaxing day

2010-01-30T18:43:00.000-08:00

Two years ago today I lost my second oldest brother, George. He was such a gift; everyone who met him cared about him. He was that kind of person. This morning started off not so well, lots of crying, then some praying. As it turned out, Mama and I enjoyed watching the rain, television, we ate and napped. The day turned out to be pleasant inspire of all the losses we are experiencing. Blessings to all.

Book Signing

2010-01-27T19:15:00.000-08:00

Hello out there, it's been several days since my last contact. Just stopping by tonight to inform you that I am doing a book signing here in Sumter on Friday, Feb. 26, 2010, Waldenbooks, Sumter Mall, beginning at 3pm and ending at 6pm. The books I will be signing will be From My Front Porch and Sinners Never Sleep as well as my books under my birth name; Champagne Dreams & Chocolate Kisses, 150 Reasons Why I Can't Serve On Jury Duty, The Oak Trees That Talk and Belcher. You have been so supportive of me for many years and I thank you again for that. Please come out and join me at Waldenbooks on Friday. I look forward to seeing many of you out there. Until then, thank you so much, take care and be blessed!!

~~Leigh McKnight aka Minnie Dix

Books: From My Front Porch and Sinners Never Sleep

2010-01-24T20:34:00.000-08:00

Once again, I would like to extend my profound appreciation for all the support that I have received for my work. Please follow me on Twitter, Facebook, my website, www.leighmcknightonline.com and continue to follow me on my blog. Also, please don't forget to get my books; From My Front Porch and sequel, Sinners Never Sleep, read them and leave a comment on my blog or my website. Thank you one and all.

Love always,
~Leigh McKnight

The reason I write

2010-01-24T20:09:00.000-08:00

There are a number of reasons why I write. As I child I stuttered badly, but I always felt I had something to say that I wanted others to hear. I was teased while in elementary school so badly that I made it up in my mind that I was going to say what I had to say. When the words did come out, they did so in a flash and no one understood me anyway so the problem was still there. So early on my parents taught me to read and write. As a child I loved telling stories which more often than not, I wrote them down(went thru quite a bit of paper, too). By writing stories, reports at work, etc, I was able to communicate my thoughts.

The love of writing followed me and I decided to write songs, scripts, book. Now I am an author, writing under a pen name, Leigh McKnight. My birth name is Minnie Dix and I have written a number of books. My first published piece was in 1996,a short story, The Storm Within,From My Front Porch, self-published in 1997, 150 Reasons Why I Can't Serve On Jury Duty(humor), a series of children books, The Oak Trees That Talk(4 books), Belcher, The 10th Reindeer, The Reindeer That Missed The Flight, Champagne Dreams & Chocolate Kisses(short romantic stories. My First novel, From My Front Porch was recently re-published by Urban Soul under two titles, From My Front Porch and Sinners Never Sleep.

I enjoy writing and I am working on several other projects. I am just grateful to have a voice in doing what I so love and I truly want to thank so many of you for loving me and my work. Blessings to you all.

Much Love,
~~Leigh

George Clooney spearheading event for Haitians disaster

2010-01-22T11:38:00.000-08:00

That George Clooney is some kind of guy, the way he is always giving back, helping others. Not only is he a wonderful actor but a terrific humanitarian and all around nice guy. We love you Mr. Clooney and thanks for all the good work that you do, on and off the movie set.

~~Leigh McKnight

Prayers for people of Haiti--Booksigning

2010-01-22T11:10:00.000-08:00

Hello out there,
Isn't it just amazing that survivors are being pulled from the rubbles in Haiti everyday, changing the climate in so many instances. All couldn't be saved but we are grateful for the ones who were. God continues to be with the Haitian people and everyone involved in assisting them.

On a happier note, I will be doing a book signing in Charleston, Northwoods Mall on Sat, Jan 23, 2010 beginning at 2pm until round 6pm. My books are From My Front Porch and Sinners Never Sleep. Anyone in the area, please come out and join me. I want to thank all of you for your continued support. You have been wonderful and I can't express my appreciation enough. Love to you all and tontinued to be blessed in the New Year!

Love to all,
~~Leigh

Book signing in Charleston Books A Million 1/23/10

2010-01-18T17:37:00.000-08:00

Hello Bloggers,
It's been a minute since I talked about my book signings for my two novels, From My Front Porch and sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. Please come out to Books A Million in CHarleston at Northwoods Mall, Saturday, Jan 23, 2010 beginning 2pm. Expect to be there several hours. Please come out and join me and as always, you know how much I appreciate your support.

Love you all,
~~~Leigh

It's a shame that Wyclef Jean has to defend his charity

2010-01-18T12:39:00.000-08:00

It is a shame that Wyclef Jean who obviously loves his country and has supported his people for many years, has to defend his charity in the midst of the disaster Haiti is going through. I have always found it that people tend to talk about people who are affecting change--making a difference. A lot of time people who talk about others, trying to pull them down is not doing one single thing themselves to try to help and that is the real shame. A lot of them are people who have pockets of shame, embarrasing situation that they are trying to hide themselves or have little or nothing to contribute to human kindness. I say to those who has nothing positive to say, rather than trash someone who is bending his back doing the humanitarian thing to the utmost helping as well as involving others to help, WHY DON'T YOU JUST SHUT YOUR MOUTH??????

In the meantime, I know the people of Haiti appreciate what Wyclef Jean and others are doing to help and I hope God continues to bless each of us who do help.

~~Leigh

Rapid relief for the Haitians

2010-01-13T15:42:00.000-08:00

Mama and I are praying for rapid relief for the Haitians family and friends involved in the earthquate. Such devastation, so much sadness. I have already made a donation thru Unicef and we are going to do one thru the Clinton Foundation also.

On a happier note, I did a little writing today on a new novel which will be my third after From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. Please go out and get the novels and let's have some lively discussions. Thanks you all.

~Leigh

Haiti Earthquake!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2010-01-12T22:07:00.000-08:00

Thoughts and prayers go to the people of Haiti in the wake of the recent devastating earthquake. My family and I pray that they will be able to rebuild their lives and communities very soon with all our help. God be with them. Blessings to the entire world!!!!!!!

Have you checked out my novels yet?????????

2010-01-11T21:38:00.000-08:00

Hello out there,
Trying to do edits on an upcoming novel, A DAY IN PARADISE. It's a good one, you all!!!By the way, any of you tried my previous two novels, FROM MY FRONT PORCH and the hot sequel, SINNERS NEVER SLEEP? If the answer is YES? Good,thank you!!!! But if your ansawer is NO? Hey, you got to get them both. They don't disappoint. Thanx so much!!!!!

Take care and be blessed until the next time.

~Leigh

Book Signing

2010-01-07T16:27:00.000-08:00

My first book signing of the decade is Saturday, Jan 9, 2010, from 2pm - 5 pm at Books A Million, Sandhill Shopping Center, Columbia, SC. I will be signing my two books by Urban Soul, FROM MY FRONT PORCH and the sequel, SINNERS NEVER SLEEP. Pls check out my site, www.leighmcknightonline.com, follow me on twitter and Facebook. Come out and join me at the book signing. Thanks to you all.

Speeding

2010-01-06T20:05:00.000-08:00

Got a speeding ticket a few days ago. I gotta start leaving home on time to get where I gotta go. Getting a speeding ticket was not a bright way to start a new decade.

Sugar free banana pudding

2010-01-05T17:04:00.000-08:00

Mama is having the time of her life eating her treat--sugar free banana pudding! Go Mama. Gotta love it!

A Beautiful Day

2010-01-05T15:23:00.000-08:00

Those of you who are familiar with me know that I am the caregiver for my mother who has Alzheimer's disease. Some days are more difficult than others but every day with her is a blessing. Today, we braved the cold and went out for a while. Momma does not appreciate the brisk air as much as I do and she usually attempts to retreat to the comfort of the warm house. Since I had errands to attend to, I had to foil her attempt. Once we were out, she behaved beautifully! We ended up having a lovely day. Thank God for small favors.

Momma is relaxing while I prepare dinner and a special treat for her. She deserves to be rewarded frequently just for having been such a wonderful mother, but if ever she earned a bit of pampering, it was today.

Momma and I hope that you had a beautiful day as well. If not, hopefully, you'll get the chance to make it happen tomorrow.

Good night and be blessed!

~Leigh

How are you sleeping?

2010-01-04T16:45:00.000-08:00

Alicia's trying to sleep with a broken heart but Sinners Never Sleep! I love this song. Enjoy!

Be blessed.
~Leigh

Starting 2010 with a BANG!

2010-01-01T15:22:00.000-08:00

We've closed the book on 2009 and ushered in 2010. I don't know about you, but I brought the year in with a bang! The new year found me celebrating with the people who are dearest to me. Once that party was over, I settled down to begin scheduling book signings, editing my next novel and generally gearing up for a successful 2010.

I have thoroughly enjoyed staying connected with my friends, many of whom are fans of my work, and I look forward to meeting lots of new friends. For those of you who are not familiar with my work, I currently have two novels available, From My Front Porch and the sequel, Sinners Never Sleep. Please visit my website to read an excerpt.

As always, thank you for your continued support. Have a blessed and happy New Year!!

Sincerely yours,

Leigh

Leigh McKnight

2009-10-27T20:20:00.000-07:00

Sumter author Minnie Dix writing as Leigh McKnight's second novel was released October 2009. This is the sequel to her first novel, From My Front Porch. Wonderful reads. Please check them out.