Author Archives: Amy Atwell

About Amy Atwell

Amy Atwell is a storyteller at heart. After fifteen years in professional theater, she turned from the stage to the page to write contemporary capers and historical tales that combine romance and adventure. Her books are available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble. When not writing, she runs the online author communities WritingGIAM and Author E.M.S.

Back To School – The Writer Way

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Amy Atwell

I feel like there’s been a theme going on here at Magical Musings, and it hasn’t been by design.  Michelle began it last week with her post on Writer and Reader Events.  Then Marilyn posted on Friday about Teachers Who … Continue reading →

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Throwing Rocks with Guest Angi Morgan

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Amy Atwell

It’s my pleasure to welcome our guest, Angi Morgan, today. Angi and I first met in 2004—back when having our books published was still a dream. Since then, she’s become a fierce friend and a valued critique partner. Angi writes “Intrigues … Continue reading →

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What’s Your Favorite Time Period? (Giveaway!)

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Amy Atwell

Update: Our winner for the 2 paperback books is Kristine Radgman.  I’ll be in touch with you via email to get a mailing address. Congrats!! I am a sucker for historical fiction. I love to lose myself in a different … Continue reading →

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Dangles and Studs

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Amy Atwell

Update: We picked a winner for the iTunes card, and it was comment #1—Casey Clifford!  Congrats, Casey, I’ll be in touch about sending you your prize! Spring is finally in the air in Florida—I swear, it was colder in March … Continue reading →

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From Stacks to Lists—What’s On Your To-Be-Read?

Posted on March 19, 2013 by Amy Atwell

Whether it’s a stack or a list, all bookworms have one.  The To-Be-Read (TBR) Pile.  No matter how many books I read, my pile never seems to get smaller.  Oh, I hide it now.  I invested in digital e-reader devices, … Continue reading →

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Regimens

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Amy Atwell

I’ve always thought of myself as a spontaneous person. I love to travel, see and do new things, do a variety of tasks.  I don’t like the idea of doing the same ol’ boring thing all the time.  Even when … Continue reading →

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Sisters

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Amy Atwell

My sister is visiting this week, and it’s always an event when she and I get together. For years, we’ve lived in totally different parts of the country (currently, I’m in FL, and she’s in Maine), and we only see … Continue reading →

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New Beginnings: Guest Author Cathy Perkins

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Amy Atwell

It’s my pleasure this morning to welcome fellow Golden Heart finalist (2008) and Carina Press author, Cathy Perkins as my guest.  Cathy is a member of the Mystery Writers of America and International Thriller Writers. She writes predominantly financial-based mysteries … Continue reading →

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The Social Life of a Writer (and Giveaway!)

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Amy Atwell

Update: I’ll be contacting the following commenters to get mailing information for their free books.  Thanks! Margery Scott—Cynthia Eden’s DEADLY FEAR Casey Clifford—AMBERSLEY Liz V.—Angi Morgan’s DANGEROUS MEMORIES Barbara Elness—Laurie London’s BONDED BY BLOOD Leslie Tremayne—AMBERSLEY I have to laugh. … Continue reading →

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Out With the Old and In With the New

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Amy Atwell

Happy New Year, everyone!  I’m sure you’re tired of hearing it. Heck, I’ve already mastered the skill of writing 2013 on the dates on checks, but this is my first blog of the new year.  I didn’t make a lot … Continue reading →

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