Category Archives: Reader News
Author News: Current Projects, Memories, and Some Fun Photos
We're finally seeing some sun in my area, but I'm hoping not to come down with a case of spring fever. We'll see how that goes.
Active Writing Projects
My works in progress include a romantic suspense novel set in an Irish castle. I had hoped to finish editing the sample chapters and develop a proposal for … Continue Reading ››Writing Poem
If you have ever wondered what it is like to write a book, this poem will give you a glimpse into the often-frustrating world of creative writing. If you know all too well what it's like, this writing poem will most likely have you nodding your head.
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The Terabithia Grove
I'm at the library right now. Our internet service provider decided to shut off our outdated modem, so I'm here to access the internet. They'll replace the modem, but that will take a few days. Of course, no time would be convenient for such a disruption, but at least I'm gleaning something positive.
I've wanted to … Continue Reading ››
Starting Again
I don't really believe in writer's block, so I won't say I had a case of that in recent weeks. However, my mind, spirit, and body do need to be in harmony for me to create. That's not to say that everything has to be ideal before I can write, but I am human and … Continue Reading ››
Sad and Happy News
I'll give the sad news first, so we can move onto happier things.
Lady Guinevere, the sweet little cat I owned for over 22 years, passed away of renal failure this month. It wasn't unexpected, given her age and failing health, but we miss her dearly. For the past three months prior to my cat's death, I … Continue Reading ››
Golden Daughter by Anne Elisabeth Stengl (Cover Reveal and Giveaway)
Admittedly, I have a thing about fantasy series with the word tales in the title, but who needs a reason to enjoy the Tales of Goldstone Wood series by Anne Elisabeth Stengl? Anne very kindly served as a blog host during the blog tour for Continue Reading ››
Robber’s Roost & Giveaway Winner
When I explored Robber's Roost, a stagecoach stop in Montana, it was really special. I took lots of pictures. Can't you just see a stagecoach swinging in through that gate?
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Courtly Love in Medieval Times
In medieval times arranged marriages were common and often more about duty than romance. The cult of courtly love cast aside marital constraints in favor of a concept of unrequited love on a higher plane than the physical.
This notion naturally led to trouble.
The idealized image of a lady favoring a knight who fought in a … Continue Reading ››