Monthly Archives: February 2006

Tired of Tingles

I write romance. I read romance. There are sweet romances, stories that don’t have a lot of sex. There are chick lit, stories that have sex but told in a matter-of-fact way. Most books, mine included, have sex scenes that … Continue reading

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Nora Robert-Less

Okay … I’ll admit it. I have NEVER read anything by Nora Roberts. There! I said it. Whew! I feel like I’ve taken the first step in a ten step treatment by admitting the unimaginable. Everyone I’ve spoken with absolutely … Continue reading

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Two timing

Yep, I’m two timing at the moment. I feel terrible about it. I’ve left some much-loved characters battling both internal and external conflict, and because I didn’t have access to their file due to the really annoying power cuts I’m … Continue reading

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Guest Blogger: Amy Knupp

Amy Knupp is proof that “pondering” pays off. Her Harlequin Superromance, UNEXPECTED COMPLICATION, will be on the shelves in April. Less than two months! It’s her first book, and she’s already sold Harlequin a second Superromance. Amy’s one of the … Continue reading

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Writing Advice from Bestselling Authors

On Tuesday, Valentine’s Day, Tess Gerritsen wrote a fabulous blog on MurderSheWrites about digging deeper, finding emotion in every scene. As it happens, this is the perfect advice for me. I’ve felt that depth is missing from my characters, that … Continue reading

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Review: SIZE 12 IS NOT FAT by Meg Cabot

Author: Meg Cabot ISBN: 0060525118 Publisher: Avon Trade SIZE 12 IS NOT FAT is a chick lit without attitude. Heather Wells, former top teen sensation, loses her recording contract and her boyfriend, then her mother takes off with her savings. … Continue reading

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WIZARDS, WITCHES AND GHOSTS … OH MY

It’s a great time to be writing Paranormal Romances, ain’t it? We’re still riding the crest of the wave, enjoying the popularity of magic, ghosts and things that go bump in the night. There is no limit on what we … Continue reading

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The winner!

Firstly, thank you to everyone who commented over the last week. We saw some new names and it was lovely to hear from you. Well done to Rhonda, you win this month’s prize. I got my three and a half … Continue reading

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Guest Blogger: Allison Brennan

I’m honored to introduce our Valentine Day guest blogger, Allison Brennan. Her first book, THE PREY, came out last month and debuted on the New York Times extended bestseller list at #33. It’s been on the USA Today bestseller list … Continue reading

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Runaway Characters

There’s a saying that the way to make God laugh is to tell Him your plans. My characters are laughing a lot too, and the joke’s on me. I’m not a detailed plotter, but I do make a rough plot. … Continue reading

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