Monthly Archives: March 2014

Spring Weekly Paranormal-Scope

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

While I’m not qualified in any way to read neither stars nor planets, I am intimately linked with the paranormal in the world. In many ways, so are you. The Paranormal-Scope is for entertainment purposes only and is not meant … Continue reading →

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You Can Almost Taste It!: The Art of Writing the Sense of Taste

Posted on March 30, 2014 by Jenna Jaxon

Picture a candlelit dinner that ends with dry champagne and juicy strawberries dipped in dark chocolate, the sweet and tart flavors mingle on the characters’ tongues as they look into each other’s eyes and think about a mingling of another … Continue reading →

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Saturday Rain is the Best & Remember A Little Boy That Needs Us

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

Well, no dog photos. 😦   Leia got a lot of nice pet names.   I’ve had a lot of pets in my life.  There was Daphne (Shepherd mix), Bandit (beagle) Amy (gray tiger cat), Fiona (Blue Russian cat that … Continue reading →

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Stage Fright

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Marian Lanouette

What are you reading this week? I’m reading Fringe, The Zodiac Paradox by Christa Faust. This week I’m a bundle of nerves. I’m teaching a class tomorrow for the first time. I’ve done appearances, television shows and library appearances and … Continue reading →

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Thursday With Gerri by Gerri Brousseau

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

It’s been quite a busy week for me. Last Friday I taught my “Importance of Secondary Characters in Literature” class at UConn. It was just okay. I was very nervous. I mean the shaking in my shoes, stomach churning, feeling … Continue reading →

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The Evolution of Art

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Toni Kelly

Okay, so my title says “art” but that’s only because I see writing as an art form. Either way, I’ll reference what many may consider traditional art forms and those that have been born due to the advancement of our … Continue reading →

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Naming Contest by Leia Shaw

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

I’m following Susan’s lead with the dog thing. First of all, thank you to the other bloggers for letting me have the little button above for the fundraiser for my son. I won’t harp on it because you can click there … Continue reading →

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Weekly Paranormal-Scope

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

While I’m not qualified in any way to read neither stars nor planets, I am intimately linked with the paranormal in the world. In many ways, so are you. The passing of the Spring Equinox will bring new ideas and … Continue reading →

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“A Rose By Any Other Name”: Using the Sense of Smell in Romance Writing

Posted on March 23, 2014 by Jenna Jaxon

Romance writers should always use all five senses into their writing.  This strategy will put our readers into the virtual bodies of our heroes and heroines by showing how those characters are feeling.  Most romance readers want to vicariously experience … Continue reading →

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Have a Light Heart and Enjoy the Day!

Posted on March 22, 2014 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

There are many important things to talk about.  First you will see a new button on the menu.  We are devoted to help Leia Shaw’s son Teo get a therapy dog. We have only raised a quarter of the money … Continue reading →

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