Sandra Cox's Blog, page 309
September 16, 2011
Gallery Showing
I just wanted to post a couple of pics from my daughter's gallery show that opened tonight.
September 15, 2011
My Latest Distraction
A good book we can't put down
A movie we get caught up in
Blogging
Emails
A phone call from Aunt Susan
Oh and my personal favorite...brain dead from the day job.
Well, here's my current distraction. Aren't they cute? A rescuer stepped in when they were on their way to the kill shelter. The little female hemmie is extremely shy but the little Siamese male is full of himself. He's a little purr machine. I named the little female Makita since she looks like one of my book
characters.But enough about my excuses,er, distractions. What's yours?
September 13, 2011
Blood Lust
With us today is T. Lynne Tolles. Welcome T. Lynne Tell us about your current project.
I haven't done any writing since I finished Deadman's Blood, however I have a bunch of notes and research for a possible new series based on a hellhound and a witch.
Do you think a writer needs an agent?
I think in this day and age having a person looking out for your best interest and helping to match you up with a publishing house is always a good thing, but no matter what you do or how you go about getting published being involved with the book throughout all its process is a priceless learning experience.
Does music beckon your muse?
When I was a teenager I couldn't do a thing without music in the background. Now I find it distracting when I'm actually writing. However, when I'm developing the storyline or just doing everyday chores, music can influence an idea or a path the story might take. Sometimes even hearing a song that just reminds me of one of my characters can develop that character's traits.
If so, what type of music?
I guess that depends on the mood I'm in. Blues, Hard Rock, Alternative Rock, Oldies, or R&B. Could be just about anything…I can be very eclectic
What's your preference, doing dishes by hand for a week or writing a synopsis?
Yuck and Yuck…Do I have to pick one? I guess I'd have to say hand-washing dishes…I'm not very good at the writing of a synopsis. It feels too much like homework in high school (giggles).
What books of yours are currently for sale and where can a reader buy them?
All my books are available for sale in Ebook or paperback form. In Ebook I have all the books available in most platforms. In the very near future, all books will be available in hardback and I am also checking into having the books available in audiobook form.
They can be bought at my website, amazon.com, smashwords, createspace, lulus, barnes and noble, all romance, and more.
Blood Lust Excerpt
They were almost to the black limousine, when they all finally stopped walking and Dominic turned to the boys and began to speak. "I'm in need of your help, boys. Anton is terribly sick and I would like you both to come to Connecticut with me, to help me determine what it is that is ailing him."
"I'm very sorry Anton is sick, but that does not excuse your. . ." Devon started and Blake interrupted.
"What Devon is trying to say, Dominic, is that we are not boys any longer. We have lives, here; jobs, commitments, significant others. We can't just up and leave."
"Yes, I can see you've hooked up with a lively bunch of hooligans. Eating at a table with witches and werewolf swine. How could you? So what, you with your, Darby girl, and you with the werewolf cross breed creature? Both witches, I presume?"
"Yes. I am with Rowan, but you don't understand, Dominic," Blake said reluctantly.
His eyes grew large as saucer. "How despicable, boy. Didn't I teach you anything? Didn't you listen to a word I told you? Your mother must be turning in her grave in shame. We are a family of noble vampire blood. What a disgrace to your heritage. Vile. Disgusting."
"That's enough Dominic. You are wrong about werewolves, like many are wrong about vampires. You are mistaken. ." Devon defended.
"How dare you. I am a professor of science. I most definitely am not mistaken. I saw, with my own two eyes, the horrific act of a werewolf. They are animals, not people."
"Your wrong, Dominic, very wrong. These are good and decent people. They've risked their lives for us on numerous occasions.." Blake tried to explain.
"Don't bother explaining Blake. He won't change his mind. He has his view, and that is the only view he'll ever see," Devon said.
"I see your manners have been severely degraded by the company you keep. I demand you come to Connecticut immediately. Maybe you'll find your manners there and remember your place in society."
"I'm not leaving. Not for you and most definitely not for Anton."
"Oh grow up boy. That was ages ago. Let bygones be bygones already. I won't take no for an answer. You will both march in there pack your things and come home."
"Connecticut is not our home. This is our home, Oljone, California. Right here, a bunch of great friends that are waiting for us to continue our Thanksgiving feast," Devon said as he turned and headed back to the house.
"Wait Devon," Blake said. Devon stopped and slowly turned around. "Dominic, won't you please join us for dinner. Get to know these people. They are like family to us."
Devon said, "Don't bother wasting your breath Blake. He's already made up his mind about them."
Giveaway:
For an opportunity to win this great tour giveaway just go to:
http://tlynnetolles.netfirms.com/blog/end-of-tour-giveaway-sept.html
Links:
The author's contact links are:
Website: http://tlynnetolles.netfirms.com/
Blog: http://tlynnetolles.com/
Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVy7PhuEkUw
Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/tlynnetolles
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/T-Lynne-Tolles-Author/128197700541991
GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4132968.T_Lynne_Tolles
Kindlegraph: http://kindlegraph.com/authors/tlynnetolles
Email: t.lynne.tolles@me.com
Buy Links:
Amazon (Kindle Edition): http://www.amazon.com/Blood-Lust-Book-ebook/dp/B003OQUN1I
Smashwords: http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/26103
Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/blood-lust-t-lynne-tolles/1103309225?ean=9781453801826&itm=3&usri=blood+lust+blood+series
September 12, 2011
Muse It Up's Writers Conference.
I'd recommend checking this out. They have a wide range of topics for writers.The icing on the cake...its free. If you are attending and would like to make a donation its appreciated but not mandatory. See you--in the virtual sense--there.
September 10, 2011
I've Hit A Hundred
I've hit a hundred. No not in age, though some days it feels that way:)
In pounds? Past that point:)
Gray hairs? Who counts.
Shoes? No darn it.
Books I've read? Long time ago.
Cats I've fostered? No doubt.
Rejection letters? Lets not go there.
The number I'm specifically talking about is followers.
For those of you who follow my sporadic blogging....thank you. You make my day.
~*~
Blogs of interest
Amarinda Jones
Anny Cook
Julia Barrett
Shelley Munro
September 6, 2011
Tip for Tuesday
Don't go to bed angry.... Stay up and plot your revenge.
September 4, 2011
Labor Day
Labor Day is a day that honors all Americans that are part of the workforce. The labor union
celebrated its first workingmen's holiday on Tuesday, September 5, 1882 in New York City. Over the next few years, the idea spread throughout the country. In 1884, it was switched to Monday. In 1887, Labor Day gained state recognition in Oregon.Other states followed suit.By 1894 it became a Federal Holiday It has continued to evolve into what we recognize as Labor Day today.
~*~
Blogs of interest:
Amarinda Jones
Anny Cook
Julia Barrett
Shelley Munroe
ing at 
