So you want to romance a romance author... Good luck. No really, good luck. We can be cynical or down right mushy--- both of which may be hard to take. There are a wide range of romance authors out there. I'm a dramatic, comedic, sarcastic one which is an odd combination in itself. If you want to impress us, you need … [Read more...]
Unveiling Author Stereotypes
Hello again, It seems any movie I watch that showcases a writer portrays them as a basket case, socially awkward, drunk, or erratic. So, I thought it was high time to divide the truths from the stereotypes. 1. Drunkards. We aren't all drunks. Actually, at least half the writers I associate with on a regular … [Read more...]
Feathers from Heaven
The past several months I find feathers on a daily basis. Multiple feathers. Some are small and white, others are large black and brown feathers mixed with white. I may find them in my hair when I wake up in the morning, in the parking lot, on the side walk, by the pool, basically in every random place you could think … [Read more...]
Novel Locations for Authors
As an author, I tend to put Southern charm in my books. There have even been instances when I use British or French characters because of my background. This is a subconscious thing most of the time. Why do authors tend to keep to the same location when they write? Simply put, we know that area well and it is usually a … [Read more...]
Groupies & Alanis Morsette
Hi lovelies, As a female singer-songwriter, people usually have 2 thoughts when I'm at a gig: 1. "She must be the groupie." Riiight because my boyfriend is carrying the guitar? (FYI, I insisted on carrying the guitar case myself from then on) and 2. "Oh look, an Alanis Morsette cover artist." I've … [Read more...]
