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Inspirational Quote Monday! – 12

Inspirational Quote Monday! – 12

Here’s the quote for the week – “I love writing.  I love the swirl and swing of words as they tangle with human emotions.”  – James Michener

Romance Novel – Sample Saturday!

Romance Novel – Sample Saturday!

An excerpt from my romance novel, Midnight Shadow – the hero comes face to face with his enemy! – The Midnight Shadow! In my castle! “You!” Terran instinctively reached for his sword, but it wasn’t there. He wasn’t dressed for  battle. He opened his mouth to shout for the guards, but the Midnight Shadow hit […]

Inspirational Quote Monday! – 11

Inspirational Quote Monday! – 11

Here’s the quote for the week – ““To write what is worth publishing, to find honest people to publish it, and get sensible people to read it, are the three great difficulties in being an author.” – Charles Caleb Colton

Sample Saturday! – A Knight of Honor

Sample Saturday! – A Knight of Honor

From my romance book, A Knight of Honor – A tempting offer between the hero and heroine – Slane moved down the stairs. “I’ll wager your freedom and a month’s pay against your staying with me until we reach Castle Donovan.” He saw the glimmer of interest in her eyes. Bless her greedy little heart, he […]

Taking It From the Beginning – Part 3

Taking It From the Beginning – Part 3

The hero – As I’ve said, I am a tried and true pantser. I will sometimes start a book without doing any back story for my characters. For me, it’s an ideal way to get to know them. I start writing knowing that my first draft will not be my last. I’ve already written a […]

Sample Saturday! – The Angel and the Prince

Sample Saturday! – The Angel and the Prince

A sample from my romance ebook The Angel and the Prince – Enemies face off – “What do you want from me?” Perhaps it was ridiculous, Ryen thought. Men never seemed to have a problem with taking what, or who, they wanted. Maybe I’m making it more complicated than it should be. He is my […]