Monthly Archives: July 2010

Deadlines & Stress

Posted on July 31, 2010 by C. Margery Kempe

The best thing about getting lots of things published is having lots of happy readers as well as all those lovely covers to gaze at with delight and of course (one hopes) a growing balance of royalties. The bad thing, … Continue reading →

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It’s so hot!

Posted on July 31, 2010 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

The temperature’s been rising and I’ve been inside beside the ac trying to stay cool.  While editing, I’ve been licking popsicles.  Hmm.  Sounds like a scene just popped into my mind for something new. I’ve also been booking new and … Continue reading →

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Romance Authors: Like to Guest Blog?

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

You’re probably wondering why I’m asking.  For the next two to three months, we are offering the opportunity to romance authors to guest blog.   You can write on a variety of subjects.  Please, read the page called About Nights … Continue reading →

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It’s Mason. It’s Thursday. I’m in Orlando.

Posted on July 28, 2010 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

On the flight over here I ran into two Toronto Romance Writers chapter members. We chit chat before we boarded. I meet up with Toni Kelly, and we went for lunch. She eats healthy food but I won’t hold that … Continue reading →

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What Have You Got to Lose?

Posted on July 27, 2010 by Toni Kelly

I lectured a co-worker this week at my job (the other job besides writing)—one of many flaws, I tend to be a bit preachy at times. But my intentions were really good. This co-worker wants to go places, do things … Continue reading →

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More on Interviews

Posted on July 26, 2010 by ldowns2966

Recently I was watching a movie on DVD, doesn’t matter which one really. Anyway, afterward, I decided to watch the special features that come on most DVD’s. One of the actors was asked what was it like to play their … Continue reading →

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It’s Mason Monday. I’ve found the perfect dress so now I’m ready to go to Orlando.

Posted on July 25, 2010 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

Those of you that come by my blog know, I’m French. My critique partner is up for a GH (Golden Heart for Romantic Suspense.) She invited me as her date to the Award Ceremony. Since the announcement I was asked … Continue reading →

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A Good Cry

Posted on July 24, 2010 by C. Margery Kempe

The romance industry prides itself on the reliability of the HEA (or at least the HFN), but sometimes you need the purging goodness of a real good cry.  That’s when you drag out your dog-eared copy of Little Women or … Continue reading →

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Excitement is Necessary for Writers!

Posted on July 23, 2010 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

The life of a writer isn’t just sitting in front of the computer and writing. If that’s all you do, you’ll burn your brain. LOL The quest to find exciting things to recharge the brain is imperative. Romance author Cat … Continue reading →

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The Loving Couple and Frankenstein

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

I’m also attracted to the classics, and at times a bit of news crosses my computer screen that delights me down to my toes. The complete article comes from The Chronicle Review http://chronicle.com/article/The-Birth-of-Frankenstein-/27400 I was unaware that scholars have argued … Continue reading →

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