Do you Listen to Audio Books?
First, allow me to apologize for missing two Wednesdays in a row. Crazy times at RWA, but I warned you-all and expected I might not be able to post that week. But last week? I didn’t go back to work … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: July 2013
In memory–Joanna Fulford
(Back in January, Harlequin Historical author Joanna Fulford visited the Riskies to talk about her contribution to the “Castonbury Park” series, and her fascinating research on Spain and the Peninsula War. Sadly, Joanna passed away last week after a sudden … Continue reading
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Wanted: A Strapline!
This must be our time for asking for help from our readers. Megan asked for help for finding examples of heroines for her HSCD (handsome, snarky, charming duke). Susanna asked for what risks readers thought Riskies should take. And I … Continue reading
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And the winner of Maggie Robinson’s contest is…
Janie McGaugh! Congrats, Janie, Maggie will be in touch.
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Wanted: HSCD
Like many of the Riskies, I attended RWA2013 last week, and am still tired–but enthused. As in years past, I roomed with fellow Risky Carolyn Jewel, who remains one of the savviest and sharpest writers I know; she’s been blogging … Continue reading
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A Dream Defiant (with giveaway!)
Like other Riskies, I’m recently returned from the RWA conference. I stayed a few days extra for a family reunion, so I haven’t had much time yet to digest what I learned. The second leg of the trip turned unexpectedly … Continue reading
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Tagged Heroes, Interracial romance, novellas, RWA Nationals, Susanna Fraser
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Maggie Robinson pays a call!
And she has a contest! One of the highlights at RWA for me was spending some time with historical romance author Maggie Robinson, one of the funniest ladies I know. And here she is at the Riskies, so I’ll just … Continue reading
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Catching Up–Kind Of
I am not yet completely back from RWA (went to the beach to decompress and write for a few days before heading home!), will share pics and news next week! In the meantime, I think I have a contest winner–on … Continue reading
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The Beau Monde
I’m back from RWA, all bone-weary and brain-dead, but also rejuvenated and ready to conquer everything about the Romance writing world. I did have a lovely time. Before the RWA conference, though, there was the Beau Monde conference. The Beau … Continue reading
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Mr. Knightley’s Cabinet of Curiosities
In Jane Austen’s Emma, when Mr. Woodhouse goes to Donwell Abbey as part of the strawberry-picking party, he is ensconced inside with Mr. Knightley’s collections. Mr. Knightley had done all in his power for Mr. Woodhouse’s entertainment. Books of engravings, … Continue reading
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