I spent this weekend at my RWA chapter’s Cleveland Rocks Romance Conference, which was wonderful. So wonderful, in fact, I thought I’d share with you some reasons why, if you’re a writer, you should attend a writers’ conference too. 1. You meet other writers. Writing is a solitary occupation. We spend a lot of time in Read More
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Author Interview: Anita Kidesu
Today we take a walk on the wild side with erotic romance author Anita Kidesu. Anita’s debut novel, South Seas Seduction, was released in March by The Wild Rose Press. Welcome, Anita! Tell us a bit about you. Where do you live, and how long have you been writing? Hi all. I’m happy to be Read More
Happy Mother’s Day!
Today is Mother’s Day in the United States. It is a day when many moms are served burnt toast and runny eggs prepared by their devoted offspring; others get taken out for brunch. Every mom celebrates differently–some spend their day with the kids, and some go out and pamper themselves, leaving the kids at home with dad. Read More
Grey Towers of Durham
My debut novel, Stirring Up the Viscount, takes place in County Durham in northeast England. I lived in Durham for a year in the mid-80s, while I attended the University of Durham. I was struck by the city’s beauty and grit back then, and found it an inspiring setting for a romance all these (many, Read More
Good Vibrations
On the recommendation of a friend, I recently watched the movie Hysteria, a Victorian romp (you’re thinking there’s no such thing, aren’t you?) about the invention of the vibrator. I refuse to say it was hysterical, but it was pretty funny. Underlying it, however, is the very real history of women’s sexuality, and the utter Read More
Author Interview: Abigail Owen
Today I welcome author Abigail Owen, whose novel, Andromeda’s Fall, was released by The Wild Rose Press in December 2014. Thanks for visiting, Abigail! Tell us a bit about you. Where do you live, and how long have you been writing? My name is Abigail Owen. I was raised in Texas but now live in Read More
Author Interview: Christy McKee
Today fellow Ohio girl and NEORWA chapter-mate, Christy McKee, sits on the hot seat. Christy’s latest book, The Truth About Lilly, was released on Valentine’s Day. Welcome, Christy! Tell us a bit about you. Where do you live, and how long have you been writing? Thank you so much for having me today. For starters, Read More
The Surprising Truth About Contractions
I use contractions when writing dialogue. When I don’t, the language can seem stilted and unnatural. I have long wondered how common contractions were in days past, but I was afraid to look it up and find that they weren’t common, because then I would have to make a decision: use historically inaccurate language to make Read More
Author Interview: Louise Lyndon
Today I welcome Louise Lyndon, a fellow Wild Rose Press author. Louise’s debut novel, Of Love and Vengeance, released on December 19, 2014. Welcome to the blog, Louise! Tell us a bit about you. Where do you live, and how long have you been writing? Currently, I live in Melbourne, Australia. And I’ve been writing Read More
Author Interview: Marlow Kelly and a Giveaway!
I am very pleased to welcome author Marlow Kelly, whose most recent historical romance, A Woman of Love, was released by The Wild Rose Press on March 4. Thanks for visiting today, Marlow! Tell us a bit about you. Where do you live, and how long have you been writing? Hi, my name’s Marlow. I Read More