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Sample Saturday! Midnight Shadow

Sample Saturday! Midnight Shadow

From my romance novel, Midnight Shadow – a black moment for the heroine – “You aren’t professing love, are you?” “And if I am?” He turned away before he answered.  “I would pity you.  Kathryn satisfies my physical needs.  And my heart…belongs to Odella.” Bria’s heart shattered into a thousand pieces.  How could she have […]

Taking It From the Beginning – Part 4

Taking It From the Beginning – Part 4

The heroine – In the last blog, I talked about the hero. It’s time for the heroine to have her moment.Heroines are easier for me to write then heroes.Part of myself goes into each heroine I create.Some of my fears, insecurities and strengths are infused into each character. As with the hero, I start writing […]

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 […]