On Friday I wrote a post for the Montana Romance Writers expressing what I believe is the only answer to the tragedy — love in all its forms. With a book it’s easy. If you don’t like a scene, you delete it and do it over. There is no “do-over” … Read More
The Bodice Rips on Page 25 (Part 22)
The Bodice Rips on Page 25 (Part 22) The Bodice Rips on Page 25 is a tongue-in-cheek contemporary and regency romance in a draft state. Warning! The ending of this story about love will not be revealed! To start at the beginning, click here. *** Two months later Jane was … Read More
The Next Big Thing…
Thanks, Lynna Banning, for inviting me to be in this tour. I met Lynna several years ago at the Monterey Bay Chapter of RWA. Like the other members, she was supportive of my dream to create a romance book. She spent hours critiquing my work, helping me become a better … Read More
California Romance Series
Ever since I was a little girl reading Nancy Drew, I’ve loved series. When I graduated to romance series, I was hooked into Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove, Robin Carr’s Virgin River and Susan Mallory’s Fool’s Gold. What makes a romance series so memorable? For me, it’s two things. Romance Series … Read More
The Bodice Rips on Page 25 (Part 21)
The Bodice Rips on Page 25 is a tongue-in-cheek contemporary and regency romance in a draft state. Warning! The ending of this story about love will not be revealed! To start at the beginning, click here. *** Jane picked up the phone on the third ring. Two weeks had passed … Read More
Enjoying Contemporary Romance Novels
I am almost eager for winter to arrive on the banks of the Clark Fork River. Winter gives me a chance to enjoy contemporary romance novels. (And get away from the wildfire smoke that has once more descended into the Missoula and Bitterroot Valleys.) Even though I read other types … Read More
The Juggling Act
I confess. I am a juggler. And there are times, like today, when all the balls in the air seem to be colliding with each other and raining down upon my head. I’m thrilled that California Wine has been accepted. I wrote a quick back-cover blurb and sent it out … Read More
Harvesting
When we go through our lives, we plant many seeds. Some are for our future growth, some impact others’ lives and some we plant, literally, in our gardens. This is the first year I’ve been able to have a garden in decades. I enjoyed the zucchini abundance, and was anxiously … Read More
From Mangia to Murder Blog Tour
This week I’m pleased to be hosting the From Mangia to Murder blog tour. Along with romances, I love cozy mysteries — don’t you? Caroline Mickelson: From Mangia to Murder A Sophia Mancini Mystery—Book One Author Bio Caroline Mickelson loves her family and loves to write. She also loves a … Read More