Monthly Archives: February 2010

Week ahead with Donna Alward

Posted on February 28, 2010 by Edie Ramer

We’re delighted to welcome Donna Alward to Magical Musings this coming Thursday, March 4th. A busy wife and mother of three (2 daughters and the family dog), Donna believes hers is the best job in the world; a combination of … Continue reading →

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Lovely Gifts

Posted on February 26, 2010 by LaDonna

I read a heartwarming story online this week, and wanted to share in case you missed it. Since these stories are manna for most writers, it seemed appropriate here at Magical. It involves a 25 year anniversary celebration, a Nikon … Continue reading →

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Guest blogger: Abby Gaines with Giveaway

Posted on February 25, 2010 by Michelle Diener

Creating Complex Characters Using Birth Order Why are so many romance novel heroes the oldest or only child in their family? Same goes for heroines, for that matter, and for protagonists in other genres… One reason is that authors need … Continue reading →

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The Power of Two

Posted on February 24, 2010 by Michelle Diener

Or three, or even a whole loop. I joined a word challenge this month. The goal is 50,000 words. I’m not there yet. In fact, my performance hasn’t been as good as I’d hoped, but it has been steady. I’ve … Continue reading →

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Go for the Heart

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Edie Ramer

Last Friday, LaDonna blogged about being emotionally affected by movies and books. This reminded me of the segment director James Cameron did on The View. His latest film, Avatar, is the biggest grossing movie of all time. In his interview, … Continue reading →

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Caffeine

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Liz Kreger

“A compound which is found in tea and coffee plants and is a stimulant of the central nervous system.” That’s from the Oxford University Press. It seems like every writer lives on caffeine in some way, shape or form. It … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead with Abby Gaines

Posted on February 21, 2010 by Michelle Diener

We are thrilled to welcome Abby Gaines to Magical Musings this coming Thursday, 25th February. I cyber met Abby because we both work as volunteers for the RWA Women’s Fiction Chapter on the website committee. Abby is one of those … Continue reading →

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Review: A Cup of Light by Nicole Mones

Posted on February 20, 2010 by Michelle Diener

This book was a sensual pleasure. This second novel by the author of Lost in Translation is a wonderful mix of delighting the senses with art and with love. Lia Frank, a porcelain expert for a high-end auctioneers (think Sothebys), … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Saving CeeCee Honeycutt by Beth Hoffman

Posted on February 20, 2010 by LaDonna

I loved this debut book! Beth Hoffman’s voice is unique and rings true. She’s the real deal in southern fiction. The adventure begins when twelve-year-old CeCe Honeycutt is rescued by an unknown great aunt, Tootie Caldwell. CeCe’s tiara toting mama … Continue reading →

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When Fact Meets Fiction

Posted on February 19, 2010 by LaDonna

I recently watched the Children of Huang Shi, and chose the title because it looked interesting and promised to be a great adventure. I really had no idea the impact this movie would have on me. To give you a … Continue reading →

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