Category Archives: Contemporary Romance

A Midriff Bulge or a Sagging Middle?

Posted on June 15, 2020 by

One of the things I’ve noticed as a writer is the phenomenon known as the what-the-hell-is-supposed-to-happen-next syndrome, otherwise known as the missing, or the over-congested, or the oh-so-boring middle. I’ve only written 10 books, but I’ve read at least a … Continue reading →

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Send a note, spread cheer, take a breath.

Posted on March 30, 2020 by

Old-fashioned, written words bring a smile to my face. How about yours? I’m blessed with the luxury of a combined writing office and craft room. For special notes, I use my card making station, below. The calming lake view helps … Continue reading →

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Signing Sightings

Posted on March 2, 2020 by

Not exactly easy, carrying around a suitcase full of books, bookmarks, candy and other assorted swag and treats, but I do it as often as I can. What am I talking about? Book signing, of course. I’ve done quite of bit … Continue reading →

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By Rote with Ryan: Criticism

Posted on October 21, 2019 by

Criticism : How to give it as a reader and take it as a writer. Raise your hand. Who here likes criticism? Be honest now. Some might enjoy giving it, but almost no one likes receiving it. Am I right? … Continue reading →

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New Hat: Published Author! by Janina Grey

Posted on April 30, 2019 by

I’ve always joked that I have multiple personalities in reference to the numerous different hats I wear at any given moment. In reality, these hats complete me. And now I have one more to add to my wardrobe. First, there … Continue reading →

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Springtime Friendship

Posted on April 22, 2019 by

Spring presents a fresh and friendly start to life on multiple levels. The photo shows my garden glistening from the Good Friday shower. Rhodies, rosemary, and unknown shrubs bloom into splashes of welcomed color. Neighbors and a friend in nursing … Continue reading →

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New Book, New Buds, New Barn for 2019

Posted on January 21, 2019 by

Nope, I’m not getting a barn, but moving Lance. Sounds easy? Not with a nervous gelding who turns 29 in May. Is is necessary? That’s the deliberation. Three of my trail riding friends moved their horses last month. We live … Continue reading →

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Is It Easier to Write Paranormal Romance?

Posted on May 2, 2018 by

Is it easier to write paranormal, as opposed to contemporary romance? Once upon a time (right about the time I decided I wanted to write paranormal), my gut reaction to that question was a resounding yes. I mean, come on. … Continue reading →

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Channeling Nora

Posted on November 3, 2017 by

Every voracious reader, including those of romance, has their favorite authors. Genres. Heat levels and writing styles. And what choices we have! Romance novels, with all their various genres and subgenres, can be had in whatever length we prefer, from … Continue reading →

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Besieging the Boundaries

Posted on February 20, 2017 by

Can you define the difference between between genre and literary fiction? I can’t believe I spent over $50,000 on an MFA in Creative Writing and found I could not. I was recently invited to sit on a Revision Panel by a … Continue reading →

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