Like Diane, I have deadlines, oh, tomorrow! Two projects have to go in, so I am a bit crazed here in the Writing Cave (and thanks to some scheduling snafus on my part, the new Victorian-set book had to be … Continue reading →
I’m writing the last chapter of Leo’s Story, my book connected to The Diamonds of Welbourne Manor. Have I mentioned it is due June 1? Because today is Memorial Day, I could not think of a better blog than one … Continue reading →
Today is Double the Fun. Amanda and Carolyn both have releases this week and we are pimping them hard, giving you the inside scoop and revealing amazing details. Leave a comment for a chance to win a cool prize which … Continue reading →
Last week I blogged about Harriette Wilson’s Memoirs. This week I’ll talk about some more aspects of the Regency courtesan’s life. Courtesans were expected to be witty and accomplished, capable of conversing with their aristocratic protectors and their friends. Harriette … Continue reading →
Last week, Blogger was being a pain, so I wasn’t able to post. I know you all missed me! So I have been writing (although a snail would mock me at how slowly I’m going!), and reading, and such, and … Continue reading →
Sotheby’s made the announcement a few days ago that one of Jane Austen’s original manuscripts is coming up for sale in mid July. It’s of The Watsons, consisting of 68 heavily corrected pages. It’s the largest existing original manuscript of … Continue reading →
Threads of Feeling is a really remarkable site. 18th Century textile tokens left with abandoned babies at the London Foundling Hospital is a flash slideshow, so if you’re on an iThing, I believe you won’t be able to view the … Continue reading →
Congratulations to the winner of my guilty where-do-you-buy-books contest: Catslady! Catslady, email me at riskies@yahoo.com with your preference: ebook of your choice of my backlist and your email address, or a signed copy of my Diane Perkins book The Marriage … Continue reading →
So, what has Amanda been doing this week? Well….. 1) Writing! One project done (I think–or maybe I’m just sick of it now), one to finish. Then one to start. And RWA in about 4 weeks. Good times. 2) What … Continue reading →
I am in the last days before turning in Leo’s Story, the book connected to The Diamonds of Welbourne Manor, so naturally I’m in panic mode. Forgive a brief blog. My son’s birthday is today so over the weekend my … Continue reading →
New from the Riskies!
Lord of Misrule by Gail Eastwood
The Wallflower's Mistletoe Wedding by Amanda McCabe
A Pregnant Courtesan for the Rake by Diane Gaston
How to Find a Duke in Ten Days by Grace Burrowes, Shana Galen, and Carolyn Jewel
Look for some changes in the Riskies community soon!
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