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I’m Dede Montgomery, 6th generation Oregonian, author of six books, and regular blogger.
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A Map of Her Own is a dual-timeline novel set along the Columbia River, following two working-class women a century apart as they search for autonomy, purpose, and a life of their own.
Recent Blogs
- Eight Years on Two Electric Wheels
I had no intention to buy an ebike back then. After all, I was committed to ride my non-electric bike the 26 mile roundtrip (with hills) to OHSU for work. Even if it was exhausting. Even if there was no way I’d have my act together to ride more than two days a week. Even … Continue reading Eight Years on Two Electric Wheels - Making it BIG as an Author
Now that I have your attention, I’m sorry to burst your bubble. I am not here to share fine secrets about blowing your book or your bank account out of the water. Rather to tease into this idea. It often happens as I peruse various author groups on social media, I see someone newer to … Continue reading Making it BIG as an Author - Willamette University and the Fate of Perpetual Scholarships
I’ve been thinking about higher education. (When I haven’t been worrying about drought, fire and politics.) I can’t imagine what tuition might be when my little grand guy is of the age to consider it. And then, as importantly, current cuts at the federal level, devastating academic research and its spillover impact to students, faculty … Continue reading Willamette University and the Fate of Perpetual Scholarships