Laurie E. Notch is a published author of nonfiction, fiction, and cyber graphic novels. She has lectured at Tufts University among other colleges in the U.S., Europe, Africa, and Asia. She is the President and

Elizabeth Wyrwicz is our resident graphic artist and layout editor.She is also a very talented fantasy artist and graphic designer who currently resides in Maine. Growing up in New England she takes most of her inspiration from the natural beauty of  ‘home’. A brand new recruit, she hopes to bring a creative attitude to the group! Lissa also works as a freelance artist. Contact Elizabeth at: slushanator@gmail.com  

Mary Regan is a media/PR specialist with Anyway! PR. She has been a contributing editor for Adventures for the Average Woman and is the primary promoter for Wasted Minds Entertainment and its film projects. Ms. Regan holds a B.A. in Communication from the University of Southern Maine.  She is a lifelong learner, having taken graduate-level

Claudia Aragon, Contributing Editor and writer. (See Claudia’s bio on our authors’ page 1)

Paul Karwowski, Contributing Editor and writer. (See Marcelline’s bio on our authors’ page 1.)

David Keith, Contributing Editor. (See Dave’s bio on our authors’ page 2.)

Barbara McLay,  Contributing Editor (See Barbara’s bio on our authors’ page 2.)

Coming Soon! Video testimonials!

If you’re an author who has been published with us and  have a web-cam, cell-phone-cam, or hand-cam, then by all means send us your testimonials about what IdeaGems has meant to you!

Or if you simply want to promote your book, we’ll run that as well. Send a YouTube link, website, URL, or a video file under 20 MB, and we will post it! Just email it to: ideaegms@aol.com

Here’s what writers have said so far

“I will never forget that you published my very first piece, and you made me so happy!”-- Beate Boeker, Author of Take My Place    www.happybooks.de

“You have done a lot for me, giving me a stage to display my work and support in your oh so kind e-mails.” -  Margaret C. Elam, Author of The Gift   www.wolfetales.com 

“I will always remember you for giving me that chance that allowed me to believe in myself and my work.” - Genita Hill, author of My Very Special Brother, www.mailmombooks.com

““Terrific magazine!!! I'm very impressed with the variety of entertainment value. Many kudos to you, and thank you so much for including me. ... ...simply stated, you're awesome.”  - Michael Mehas, Author of Stolen Boy, www.stolenboy.com

Thanks Laurie. [My story] looks great! And thank you very much for the picture you chose for my page. It's beautiful!” - Ali Alavi, Author of The Autumn of Traces and Enchantment   www.saalavi.com .

“Your work is very motivational!“- Dr. Rosalie Contino, Author of Born to Create

”I loved Walter Mitty, very interesting and I'd like to know more!!! Let's make a difference together.“ - Mary Gleeson, Executive Producer, Lighthouse Entertainment Productions and author of Reality Bites http://www.lemgllc.com/management.htm

“Thank you for your encouraging and kind words!” - Beate Boeker, Author of Wings to Fly, http://www.happybooks.de/

“Thanks for the wonderful spot for High Spirits in your e-zine.” - Dianne Salemi, Author of High Spirits.

“You're absolutely the best!” - Christy French, Author of The Body Guard and the Dog Show

Every issue purchased helps support us in giving writers a chance to showcase their work. We’re always looking for stories, articles, poetry, artwork for our quarterly issues, including our upcoming issues. So send us your submissions now and get published today