Author Archives: BelleAmiAuthor

About BelleAmiAuthor

I am an author of Romance/Suspense/Sexy/Hot Novels. I'm a mom, a gourmet chef, a pianist, an avid spinner, a skier, and a lover of life!

My Reflection for Holocaust Memorial Day

Posted on May 5, 2019 by BelleAmiAuthor

Having just passed Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, I’d like to reflect on the short but unforgettable life of Anne Frank.             Anne Frank was born June 12, 1929, one week later, my mother Dina Frydman was born on June … Continue reading →

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The Dreaded “Blurb”

Posted on March 17, 2019 by BelleAmiAuthor

One of the hardest things for a writer to write is the dreaded blurb. How does one condense several hundred pages into a few paragraphs? How to capture the essence of a complicated story, your labor of love, and compel … Continue reading →

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Judging the RITA Awards

Posted on January 27, 2019 by BelleAmiAuthor

Hello, fellow word warriors. I hope your year has begun with your dreams and goals, renewed and your determination to be productive in your writing on track. January is the time of year when those of us who’ve put our … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Short Story

Posted on December 9, 2018 by BelleAmiAuthor

This time of year is so hectic and I’m in edit on one book and writing the last ten thousands words of another. I was honored to be included in a Christmas Anthology published by RWA LARA last year entitled … Continue reading →

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The Dreaded Blurb

Posted on October 21, 2018 by BelleAmiAuthor

One of the hardest things for a writer to write is the dreaded blurb. How does one condense several hundred pages into a few paragraphs? How to capture the essence of a complicated story, your labor of love, and compel … Continue reading →

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Seven Books I Wish I’d Written

Posted on September 2, 2018 by BelleAmiAuthor

I’ve read thousands of books and loved so many of them. However, I thought I’d share seven of them with you. Not necessarily my absolute favorites, but books worthy of your time. I review books as well as write them, … Continue reading →

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What is Romance Suspense?

Posted on July 15, 2018 by BelleAmiAuthor

When I decided to tackle the romance/suspense genre I had no idea where it would take me. I didn’t know anything about creating stories that not only had to satisfy a romantic ideal but needed to weave a tapestry of … Continue reading →

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The Unintended Consequences of Divorce

Posted on May 27, 2018 by BelleAmiAuthor

I thought I’d have a little fun today. So many serious things to contend with. I decided to whip up a little recipe for laughter. Is there anything funnier than life? All of us have experienced the devastation (sometimes joy) … Continue reading →

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How Thick Does an Author’s Skin Need to Be

Posted on April 8, 2018 by BelleAmiAuthor

It’s times like these that an author would do well to grow a thick skin, perhaps something like that of a rhinoceros, or better yet a porcupine. Something that protects from the barbs, and sharpened teeth of a mad, frothing at the mouth, rabid reader. Continue reading →

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Belle Ami, Book Blurbs & Da Vinci by Stacy Hoff

Posted on April 6, 2018 by BelleAmiAuthor

Originally posted on Nights of Passion:
Hello Passionate Readers! Today I have a treat for you—author Belle Ami! Thank you Stacy Hoff and Nights of Passion for hosting me on your wonderful blog. One of the hardest things for a…

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