Monday, December 8, 2008

Gamble's Game by Tara S Nichols

"One is fun, two is company, three is not always a crowd, but four is more, and more, and more! The idea for Gamble's Game came to me one day while I ate my lunch in a local grocery store. Inspired by my surroundings, I saw erotic potential in a stereotypically sterile environment (excluding the produce aisle, of course). " ~Tara ~
200 x 300 gg
Gamble’s Game
by Tara S Nichols
Now Available at Siren Publishing

Sensuality Rating: SCORCHING
Genre: Contemporary Erotic Romance with elements of Ménage a Trois M/F/M and Ménage a Quatre M/F/M/F
Length: 33,814 Words

A notorious player, Desiree Jones resists all attempts to trap her in a relationship. According to her, it's what made her parents miserable, and therefore, it is what would make her miserable.

Once a lover of Desiree's, Andrew Gamble doesn't agree and it is his hope to be the one who makes her see reason. Smitten from the first kiss, Gamble has not touched another woman since, so a bet to go without sounds more like an opportunity to seduce her to him.

Desiree's other competition is Joshua Tully, perpetually single and harmless, until the temptation of two week's wages are up for grabs. After that, it is open season, and the three of them do what ever it takes to push their pals over the sexual finish line. A parade of firemen visit Desiree's cash counter, a pretendsbian tryst is performed for Gamble, and a date is arranged for Tully.

Released December 1st, 2008 Siren Publishing!

Sunday, December 7, 2008

Working Out Sucks!

Okay, so I like the results from this horrible activity but do I have to be so sore afterward? *sniffle* :(

My thighs are freakin' killing me and my arms will never be the same again. I better be all perfect hotness by the time this is over!

That is all.


Until next time.

Friday, December 5, 2008

Her Knight Before Christmas by Debora Dennis

ISBN Number: 978-1-897560-10-5
Genre: Time Travel Romance
Length: Novella

Heat Index: Hot with Explicit Language

Read excerpts or buy it here!



Dreaming of the past.

Hannah Falcon loves her job cataloging medieval artifacts and setting up the displays at the Natural History Museum in New York. What she doesn’t love is her father’s steadfast refusal to let her go on any of his archeological digs, or her friends insisting she date more. When a man dressed as a medieval knight shows up in the museum, Hannah mistakes him for her friend’s latest attempt at a blind date.

Sent into the future:

Sir Gavin of Rogueforth is a battle-hardened twelfth century knight, having seen and caused his share of death in the crusades. He expects nothing more from life than to live and die by his sword. After Gavin rescues a woman and her daughter from a band of highway thieves, she sends him through time to protect another Hannah, claim her as his own and fulfill his destiny. He doesn’t expect a woman who refuses to be protected.

Timeless passion:

Can a man in chain maille convince a twenty-first century woman to follow her heart? Can a modern day woman show a medieval knight there’s more to life than being a protector? When two people from two different times explore Manhattan during the holiday season will time be an obstacle or will they find the magic to span centuries under the mistletoe?

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Movies

I love movies but I never get to the "show" (that's what we called it when I lived in Chicago) to see them. I always end up having to catch them when they come to DVD. Sure, I would love to sit there in a large theater, eat overly buttery popcorn and see my movie in surround sound but most of the time I can't.

When I was in high school it cost us $7.50 unless you got the matinee which was $4.00 or went to the dollar show. Now it costs like ten bucks and then you have to pay an arm and a leg for treats. Heaven forbid you want a hotdog. I won't even go there.

Sorry I think I may have gotten off topic. My point was, though I love movies I hardly ever get to see them in the theater... because I am cheap.
Who goes to the movies regularly? Let's see a show of hands.


Until next time.

Monday, November 24, 2008

Carnal Desires by Crystal Jordan



Centuries after the destruction of earth, several species of altered humans still survive. These shape-shifters are exciting and exotic creatures, and their human forms do little to mask their most primitive and passionate instincts...

IN HEAT
Mahlia is a snow tigress in heat and now that her tiger king has returned to rule the planet Vesperi, she can no longer deny her desperate need to mate. She greets him as a woman, but their desire for sex is uncontrollable as they come together with a primal passion.

IN SMOKE
When Lady Katryn is called back to her home world to join Lord Nadir's harim, she is curious to learn more about her weredragon nature. What she discovers is a scorching eroticism that consumes her all over.

IN MIST
Dr. Sera Gibbons is one of only two human survivors after a five hundred year cryogenic freeze. Save by the merman Bretton Hahn, she savors the way her caresses her and makes her live out her wildest fantasies.

And if you want to get it online rather than going to a brick-and-mortar store, here are the links:

Amazon.com
Barnes & Noble
Chapters.ca

Sunday, November 23, 2008

Editing is not the Devil?

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I've been editing non stop for about a week... maybe two weeks. Usually I hate to edit but this time I actually found some satisfaction in the process. I got to go back and get rid of the stuff I hated and add in all the pretty, flowery language I love so much. I think I may be on to something here. Hmmm. *taps chin with finger*

Okay, enough playing around. Back to editing.


Until next time.

Sunday, November 9, 2008

I Hate Commas!

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I wish I could put a big red circle and a slash through this thing. Seriously, I spent the entire day in this chair adding stupid commas to my WIP. I am terrible at punctuation so there's no doubt I needed them but God, there were so many. No doubt I am going to dream about commas tonight. *Sigh*

Am I the only one who wants to wage a freaking war against punctuation? Right now I feel so alone. *pokes out lip*



Until next time.

Saturday, November 8, 2008

Everlasting Hunger by Tawny Taylor



Release Date: 11/7/08
ISBN: 9781419918643
Publisher: Ellora's Cave
Genre: Paranormal BDSM, Menage

(click HERE to buy)

Blurb:
Raine Avery needs a job. Badly. So when she hears about a primo position she’s willing to overlook a few salacious rumors about the company’s owner, Tryphon Zade. But then she meets him, and it’s clear that at least two of those rumors are true.

He is the epitome of a wet dream.

And he is one controlling, possessive, dominating jerk.

Sons of the Twilight Tryphon and Bale Kincaid are looking for more than a well-qualified office manager. The Hunger has them in its agonizing grip. They need a woman for the Blood Bond. Raine is the perfect candidate, with her lush body, fiery red hair and temperament to match. She makes Tryphon burn, in a very good way, the submissive nature she suppresses calling to the Dom within him. But this Binding isn’t like any Bale and Tryphon have shared before. Their relationship is strained, and Raine fights Tryphon’s domination like a hellcat. But Tryphon is determined to not only prove his love for Bale but also tame Raine. She will learn the pleasure of complete submission.

CLICK HERE TO READ AN EXCERPT

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Cara's Christmas Fantasy by Lauren Murphy

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Cara's Christmas Fantasy by Lauren Murphy

Genre: Contemporary Big Beautiful Woman

Heat Rating: Bonfire

Length: Long Story-17,000 words

Price: $3.75



With their marriage on rocky ground, will Mike’s passionate plans reignite Cara’s love?


Plagued by her weight gain, Cara’s self-esteem has taken a downward spiral. No longer feeling attractive she unknowingly pushes away the one thing she truly wants; her husband’s affections.

Mike considers himself to be an understanding man but enough is enough. He wants his old Cara back--the wild, vivacious woman he met and knows is waiting to be revived. His desire for her compels him to create a plan that will bring them closer together emotionally and sexually. But will Cara be able to open her mind and body to the man she loves or will she push him away for good?

Read a full excerpt here!

Available now here!




Thursday, October 30, 2008

At Long Last I Have Finally Found It!

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Yes what you see here is an image of the cover of my favorite movie. For the longest when people would ask me what my favorite movie was I would just draw a nice long blank. I could never figure it out. I love so many movies and so many genres it was impossible for me to choose.

How did I finally choose, you ask? Why, sure I’ll tell you. I was relaxing in the comfort of my cushiony bed watching this movie for the trillionth time. The plot is forever carved into my brain and I could probably recite the dialogue on demand if you asked me (but please don’t). Anyway (I swear I am going to learn not to ramble.) as I sat there at the end of the movie crying (from joy of course) like I’d never seen it before, it hit me. “This is my favorite movie.” For me this movie never, ever gets old. It touched my little bitty heart in a special way that no other movie has ever done before. *sigh*

So now tell me, what’s your favorite movie? Are you like I used to be, all twisted and tongue tied or do you actually have an answer? You know I want to hear it!


Until next time.

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Ah L'amour!

I love, love and of course that's the main reason I like to write about it. I love it from the beginning to the end. The first time a couple meets and sparks fly. The first real date. The first kiss is especially wonderful. The first time they make love and then when they realize they are in love. To me the word love is just magical (obviously since I just used it seven times including in the title).

One of the most unforgettable loves is our first love. Though mine crashed and burned at the end like the coyote on Looney Toons, it still holds special meaning to me. My first love taught me what it felt like to have butterflies in my stomach and long to hear the richness of his lovely voice. *sigh* Just the memories of it bring a smile to my face. The way his arms felt around me was like heaven and when his lips touched mine it was like magic. Even though it didn't work out between us I am still ever so thankful for the experience. Until him I had lived in a world without romantic love and to me that made it all worth it. So now I would like to send out a thank you to my first love for introducing me to the greatest emotion out there. I would be so lost without it.

So now that you know all about mine I want to know about yours. Tell me about your first love. Is it one of your fondest memories or would you rather forget it? Or even better, did you find that love that lasts a lifetime on your first try?

Come, come now don't be shy. We all want to know.



Until next time.

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Promo and EBooks

Last week at Romance Divas we were discussing promo ideas and if they really helped with sales or not. Okay I was really lurking and not so much discussing since I am a newbie to the publishing world.

It was very interesting to see different people's response on this subject. There are many ways to promote eBooks. Among the most popular are yahoo loop chats, regular chat room chats and blogging. I'm sure there are many more but these are the ones I tend to see for eBooks. Most people did not feel that any of these had much or any effect on sales. But there were a few that did feel their sales spiked after some form of chat.

The general consensus was that if an author wants to increase sales they need to write another book. People tend to be more comfortable buying a book from an author they've already read. So if they've read one of a particular author’s books and liked it then chances are they will buy more from that same author. This shouldn't have come as a surprise to me since that is often how I buy books. When I read a book by and author that I like I will buy up everything else they've written as well.

So tell me, do you agree or disagree?

Writers, do you find that promo really works for you? If not then what does?

Readers, do any of these promo techniques help you to find new authors to read? If not then what does?

I'd love to know everyone's thoughts.



Until next time.

Sunday, October 19, 2008

Excerpt for Cara's Christmas Fantasy Available from Shadowfire Press Novemeber 7th

Cara's Christmas Fantasy by Lauren Murphy

Genre: Contemporary Big Beautiful Woman

Heat Rating: Bonfire

Length: Long Story-17,000 words

Price: $3.75

Coming November 7th from Shadowfire Press



"I didn't think you were ever getting out of that shower." Mike's deep rumbling voice said from behind her. Her breath caught in her throat as she whirled around and spotted him standing at the door. Stuck. She hadn't brought a towel with her when she came out of the bathroom figuring that she was still alone in the house. This situation gave the deer in the headlights saying a whole new meaning.


"Well aren't you going to speak to me?" His eyes roamed over her body slow and sure. His voice curled around her like silk drawing a shiver from her naked form. All thought fled her mind until her brain was empty of everything but the sound of his voice and the heated look in his deep brown eyes.


"Hi," she whispered, her voice barely audible in the nerve racking silence hovering about the room. His foot steps echoed in her ears as he made a slow, purposeful advance toward her.
"Cara," he said against her parted lips once he'd finally reached her. He pulled her against him, touching her with his erection through his thin slacks, creating a pool of heat deep in her loins. Damn, he was hot!


She had never seen him like this, all raw and shaking with desire. Desire for her, really? His generous hands roamed over her body. When he reached her hips and ass her body involuntarily stiffened at the contact, but he pressed her closer and growled into her ear, "Mine."


Lust crashed over Cara like a tidal wave hurdling toward land. With just one single word he had stripped her of everything except the need for him and his possession of her. And God help her, she loved it. Like warm butter she melted under his artful touch. He knew exactly what to do to get her juices flowing and it had been so long, all he had to do was just look at her with those hooded eyes and she was lost.


Coming November 7th from Shadowfire Press

Sunday, October 12, 2008

My Alter Ego Got Signed!

As most of you know I've been writing for about ten years and I've been working on becoming published for about a year. Well finally the day has come. I signed a contract with Shadowfire Press (www.shadowfirepress.com) a new e publisher on Sunday for my Christmas Novella. I am so freakin excited! A dream come true. The release date is set for November 7th written under my pen name Lauren Murphy. Check out the cover and the blurb below.


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Plagued by her weight gain, Cara’s self-esteem has taken a downward spiral. No longer feeling attractive she unknowingly pushes away the one thing she truly wants; her husband’s affections.

Mike considers himself to be an understanding man but enough is enough. He wants his old Cara back--the wild, vivacious woman he met and knows is waiting to be revived. His desire for her compels him to create a plan that will bring them closer together emotionally and sexually. But will Cara be able to open her mind and body to the man she loves or will she push him away for good?


Until Next Time.

Monday, October 6, 2008

Fantasy Workshop at Romance Divas

Please join us at Romance Divas THIS WEEKEND!

Friday October 10th and Saturday October 11th, we will be joined by some huge names in fantasy and fantasy-romance for a workshop on what the difference really is between the two genres.

Sunday, September 28, 2008

Is Writing Always So Hard?

I always seem to have some type of issue when it comes to writing, here are a few. I have a great idea in my head but then when I write it, it doesn't sound as great as I thought. I get to the end of the story and get completely stumped. I try and edit and no matter what I type it all reads like crap. I'll just stop the list there before I depress you even further. My point is that while I didn't expect writing to be supper easy I didn't expect it to be so difficult and complex.

On one hand the complexity is what makes it fun on the other hand the complexity is what makes it so difficult. Did I just confuse you? I hope not. Anyway I don't know how it's possible to enjoy the one thing that frustrates me to no end but apparently it is.

Non-writers seem to think that writing is cake. You sit down and write whatever comes to you and voila that's all there is. These people have obviously never stepped foot into the world of writing/publishing/editing. If they had they'd know better and stop saying such ridiculous things in ear shot of us writer folk who want to do them bodily harm for saying such blasphemous things.

However, through it all I have maintained my love for writing which tells me that I am right where I need to be. So with that in mind I think I'll head off to do some more work on my WIP. My characters have finally decided to clue me in on where this story needs to go so I need to get it out before they decided to clam up on me again.


Until next time.

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

The Rapture by Missy Lyons

The Rapture

The Rapture
Missy Lyons
Price $2
September, 2008
ISBN 978-1-60659-030-0

The lure of a demon lover is difficult to resist, and impossible to leave, because sex is highly addictive. Sex with a demon is known as the rapture, since it brings absolute pleasure so intense that it is almost painful. But is the price worth gambling your life and your freedom?

Now available exclusively at Phaze Books. Click here to purchase.


You can read more at Missy Lyon's webiste.

Sunday, September 21, 2008

Where Did My Life Go?

Seriously, if you've seen it please let me know. I used to have so much more time, which seems ridiculous since the number of hours in the day haven't changed. I used to be a video game junky, read whenever I felt like it, shop without feeling rushed and whole slew of other things that I just don't have time to list. Now, all I seem to have time for is the day job, working out (gotta lose the baby fat) and maybe some writing if I don't fall asleep as soon as dinner is over.

*sniffle* Is this what I signed on for? Is there ever going to be a time when I get to enjoy my life, even for a little bit? I always feel so rushed and pressured to get things done. Every day I try and plan things so that I can have just an ounce of me time but it never works out that way. By the time I get done with my responsibilities (God, I hate that word) all I want to do is sleep.

Every day mirrors the one before it and by the end of the week I crash. I Feel like I am going around in circles to hurry through my day to get things done so I can get in bed at a decent hour just so I can get up and do the same thing over and over. Please tell me I’m not the only one or I may be forced to take a head first leap off the balcony. Okay it's not that high so you don't really need to worry...

Alright, I think I've complained enough for the day. It's time to go back to my WIP.


Until next time.

Thursday, September 18, 2008

Piercing the Veil by RG Alexander

PIERCING THE VEIL, Available September 17th from Ellora's Cave
Genre: Paranormal erotic romance/menage



Here's the blurb:
Twins Hawk and Val are Fianna warriors under the vengeful curse of a scorned goddess. Following the prophecy in the Book of Veils, they search for the one who can help them retrieve the Claiomh Solais before their enemies get the chance. Their quest leads them to Linnea. One touch and there can be no doubt that they have found their match. But will she accept them once she knows the truth?

Linnea is no one special. So why is she on the run from evil faeries and her egotistical ex? Why is she suddenly spending time in the company of dragons, druids, and one kinky Viking with a split personality? All she knows is she has to keep her daughter safe from those who hunt her, and her heart safe from another betrayal.

To protect one gifted child and all of humanity from the dark god that seeks retribution, they must learn to trust each other. To have a future together, they must find the perfect balance.

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Purchase at Ellora's Cave and don't forget to visit RG's website.

The Fallen by Gwen Hayes

 


“The Fallen” by Gwen Hayes

ISBN: 1-60504-196-3
Length: Short Story
Price: 2.50
Publication Date: September 16, 2008
Cover art by Anne Cain

Love will redeem them…or damn their souls.

As Darkfall gains a foothold in the small coastal town of Serendipity Falls, Bridget, a witch and healer, fights a battle on two fronts. Against the chaos bleeding through the fissures of a cracked portal between realms, and against her attraction to a fallen angel with his own agenda. Talon’s dark ways and mysterious magics go against everything she believes in, but he’s the only man she’s ever loved.

Talon, forever haunted by his fall from grace and his ceaseless desire for the headstrong Bridget, longs for what he can never possess. Though he is no longer her guardian, she tempts him with pleasure he can never touch and emotions he can never reveal.

Caught on opposite sides in a war between good and evil, they struggle against their mutual passion. Then an ancient prophecy points to the one who will break the portal wide open and shift the balance of power: Bridget. She has no choice but to turn to Talon, and the love that will damn their souls—or save the world.

Warning: Contains graphic sex worth falling from grace for. And a dark, fallen angel with voyeuristic tendencies—if you’re into that sort of thing.


Read An Excerpt Online

Sunday, September 14, 2008

Time for a Poem

Poetry is where everything started for me. I was required to write a poem for a class in high school. I didn't even think I could do it but went ahead and pushed through it anyway and changed my life forever. I have been hooked on writing since that day and I will be forever thankful to that teacher for making me broaden my horizons. Now my focus is more so on writing stories but I do still write the occasional poem from time to time and I love to share them. This one won first place in a contest and I am most excited about sharing it with you. It's about my son. :)


My Gift

Little hands dance across the plains of my face


Small features shine with a tiny dimpled smile

Caressing my heart with warm tenderness

I place gentle kisses on smooth, flawless skin

And sigh inside as my emotions gather,

Overflowing, my spirit is filled to the brim

With love unconditional bursting within

Delight overwhelms and your beauty overtakes

So pure and untarnished so honest and true

Only joy could reside in one such as you.

© Lauren Murphy, All rights reserved

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Song of the Sea by Cassandra Curtis

Shifting Tides: Song of The Sea full scale

Song of The Seaby Cassandra CurtisISBN-13: 978-1-60272-379-5 (Electronic)Available September 14, 2008

Sequel to Amber Heat best-seller Shifting Tides: Beneath A Midnight Sea…

When a mafia don’s bride-to-be goes missing, Peter Varien is hired to find her. Varien, an ex-cop turned private eye, takes the job despite the warning bells going off in his head.

He manages to track down the missing woman to a nightclub in Memphis, where she’s belting out jazzy torch songs with the boys in the band. She’s every man’s desire, with a body born of sin and a voice that enthralls, putting men under a sexual spell.But it’s a spell under which Peter is determined not to fall.Vivilyn Ondine is having the time of her life, given the power over human men through the control she wields as a sea siren. She’s never fallen in love, never truly surrendered–until she meets the handsome private investigator.Soon, Peter and Vivilyn are in a race against time, and must join forces to defeat a dangerous enemy who will stop at nothing, even murder, to capture Viv and force her to reveal the location of the magical pearl known as the Soul of The Sea.

Genres: Shapeshifter / Fantasy / Witchcraft / Magic / BDSM (Light) / Action / Adventure / Mystery / Detective / Romantic Comedy

Heat Level: 3Length: Novella (26k words)

To purchase go here: http://www.amberquill.com/AmberHeat/SongSea.html

Tuesday, September 9, 2008

Come Join Us for a Workshop at Romance Divas!

Kick A$$ Characters By Authors Who Know How To Kick A$$

September 12-13 at Romance Divas


Featuring:
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Want to know how to write authentic action, suspense, law enforcement, and military romance? Ask authors who know firsthand! Romance Divas is hosting a 2-day workshop with some of the hottest names in the genre. It will take place at the Romance Diva Forum. All are welcome. To get access to the forum you will need to register by entering the site and clicking on Forum.

Sunday, September 7, 2008

Shout Out to My Mother

Today my mom got me thinking about how we treat the ones that we care about and love. Sometimes when she is at church the minister (who is actually my godfather) has the congregation to call someone special and bestow on them a blessing or a prayer or just something positive to let them know that someone is thinking of them. As I spoke with her I realized that every time without fail she calls me. She tells me how much she loves me and supports me (we tend to fight a lot about my future but only because she cares *g*) and that she loves the rest of the family (the man, the boy and the teenager) and to let them know.


When she was speaking to me I couldn't help but feel blessed to have parents that love and care for me the way that they do (they have always been very involved parents but I try not to hold that against them lol) and so I told her so. She thought it was sweet and said that she felt blessed too. She finished with her blessing and said she loved me then got of the phone. I couldn't expect her to stay on the phone too long since she's sitting on the platform with the choir.

My mom treats everyone that she loves with this same care and compassion even when she doesn't receive it in return. I have learned a lot from her over the years and this is definitely one of the most important lessons. One day I hope that my children will feel this way about me, though at the moment I am ready to strangle my one year old since he is spitting on my arm. *Sigh*

Anyway, I said all that to say this, thanks mom. You rock! :D




Until next time.

Monday, September 1, 2008

Trying Not to Strangle my Muse (But it is so not working)

My journey through romance has been a fun one, but a trying one thus far. Lately I've been having more days were I want to bang my head on the keyboard in hopes that some words may fall out that will actually move my story along. I'm sad to say that it hasn't been so good so far. Though I’ve made SOME progress it feels very small in comparison to what I was hoping for. For the past few months I have been feeling bogged down, like I have an anvil sitting on my shoulders and no matter what I do I can't shrug it off.


I'm torn because I feel like if I try to force it then everything that comes out will be total crap and then I would be irritated. On the other hand I feel like I am letting precious time tick by as I sit here not really making much progress. God, I feel so lost.

Luckily I have a gang of people who encourage me on a regular bases and force me not give up (under threat of extreme consequences.) If it wasn't for them I fear that I would have given up long ago. I love writing, don't get me wrong, I just don't have any patience. I always want things to happen immediately and I get frustrated when they don't. Trust me; I know this is something I need to work on. So with that being said I am going to open my WIP and wait patiently for some ideas to come to me so I can continue this story. Ack!


Until next time.

Sunday, August 24, 2008

Taking a New Direction

I have been ridiculously unmotivated for a few weeks. I think it stems from the fact that I thought I was ready to work on this story but the truth is that I’m not. This is the longest story I have ever written by far (60K and climbing as I edit) and it needs work. It was written as a fast draft so now going back to do the edits is rough. Not to mention that my writing in the present versus my writing then has grown by leaps and bounds. While this is a good thing I am doing a lot of rewriting of whole scenes instead of adjusting some wording here and placing a comma there.

This story is really close to my heart and I AM going to finish these edits but I think that I've been rushing it. I want to finish this story so badly that I can taste it and I have no patience. Regardless of how I feel about the situation the story seems to have a mind of it’s own and I am forced to play a waiting game. Oh well. I’m going to have to pull something else out and work on that instead until this story calls to me again. Whenever that is. *sigh*

Anyway the story I’m working on is called “What Doesn’t Kill You” and no it is not a thriller lol.

Here is the blurb:

After Talia’s grandmother looses an ugly battle with breast cancer, life looses all meaning. That is until she meets Mark. His sincerity and sexy grin sparks something inside her that she long thought she'd lost. Passion.

Divorced with a three year old daughter, Mark isn't looking for love, but for Talia he is willing to take a chance. Her witty banter and playful antics intrigue him, but he senses something is keeping her at a distance. Can Mark reach past the fortress that is forever guarding Talia’s heart or will her overbearing insecurities be the force than finally succeeds in driving him away?



Until next time.

Sunday, August 17, 2008

So I Seem to be at a Standstill

I am having a heck of a time trying to edit this WIP. The weird part is that I really love this WIP and I really love editing it, but something is holding me back. Every time I sit to work on it I just can't do it. I can't even make myself click the icon to open the file. Oh God, what is wrong with me!


There are so many ideas floating around my head for this story. I can see it all playing out the way I want it to. I wrote this story In January and my writing has grown so much since then. As I edit I find myself saying a whole lot of, "God what was I thinking when I wrote this." But the great thing about this is I actually realize what needs to be fixed and I actually know how to do it!

Now if I could just get my butt in gear and move this thing along I could sub it. *sigh*
Well I've gone on long enough about this topic I'm going to try and edit. *wink*

Until next time.

Sunday, August 10, 2008

A New Journey

Welcome and thank you for joining me on my newest journey of life and love. Romance and writing have both been big parts of my life for many, many years. Now I feel the time has come for me to share this love with others. My thoughts, ideas and works in progress (WIPs) will all be shared on this blog and I hope you will love reading them as much as I will love writing them. I want to take the time to thank all of the people who have encouraged me thus far. Without you I never would have had the courage to embark on this adventurous journey. Now sadly I must go (to work on those most dreaded...er I mean beloved edits.

Until next time.