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Chicago Roller Skating History is Available for Purchase
I’m excited to report that my book, Chicago Roller Skating History: 1880-2025, is available for purchase at ChicagoSkateHistory.MarcieWrites.com. Here are five reasons you should buy…
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Lessons Learned on My Book Writing Journey
Great news! I ordered an author copy of my book, Chicago Roller Skating History, on Tuesday, December 2, 2025. An author copy is a single…
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Update on My Book – September 2025
In April, I wrote that my book was almost done. I thought it was true because the first round of editing was done Man, was…
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God Has Separated Me
When God separates you, it isn’t bad. It isn’t good. It just is. Being in this situation is uncomfortable, but it’s for your good.…
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My Chicago Roller Skating History Book is Almost Done!
I started inquiring about roller skating in Chicago in 2009 at Markham Roller Rink in Markham, Illinois. Now I am proud to share that my…
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It’s About Time
“It’s about time.” That was the response from three different people who I had told that my book had finally gone to the editor. The…
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You Are Where You Are Supposed to Be
Over a period of two days two people told me, “Your book should have been done by now.” Years ago, I would have allowed…
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Headshots of Amber Carroll of Crafted By Carroll

I had the pleasure of taking headshots of Amber Carroll, the founder of Crafted by Carroll. She makes and sells candles, diffusers, room sprays and…
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Are You Doing Things You Want to Do?

Are you doing things you want to do? If not, why? If you are doing things you want to do, please share what they are…
