Sandra Cox's Blog, page 43
February 13, 2023
It's Ketch-Up Day
Wishing you a day filled with happiness and chocolate, Blogger Buds.
We got a Valentine from our great nephew and niece. Isn't it the sweetest?
This balloon was left from the grands' birthday where it had made a beeline for the ceiling. Instead of getting out the ladder we just waited for it to run out of gas. It lasted till just recently. On the last day of it's life, it totally freaked me out.I kept finding it in different rooms of the house.Finally, when it hit the living room, the HH ended it.RIP little balloon.
Good bud, D.L. Finn got me this for Christmas. Actually she and her HH made it. Isn't it beautiful? Why am I just now blogging about it? I thought maybe it had been damaged in shipping because I couldn't get it to light up after turning on the on-off switch. The only thing damaged was my brain:) I finally realized, that I hadn't pulled the tab off the battery.😀
My son and grand went to a father and daughter dance over the weekend.
And last but not least, let's hope my readers are more excited about my stories than Frank is. 😄
February 9, 2023
Your Weekend Read: The Vampire
In Darkness: The Vampire
By L. Diane Wolfe
Souls shrouded in darkness…
Stuck working as a barmaid for her demanding father, Anna dreams of adventure. When mysterious strangers enter the bar, she overhears they seek Zancrela, an ancient fortress filled with treasure and a magical library. Taking her chance, she offers to guide them. The conditions: deliver Zancrela or die.
As they journey through the wilderness, she discovers their secret: they are vampires. And most view her as food. One takes interest in her and her heart dares to hope, but it might not be enough to change her fate. Will Anna find Zancrela or become a vampire morsel?
Romance / Paranormal / Vampires — Fantasy / Paranormal — Fantasy / Romance
$3.99 eBook ISBN 9781939844903
Dancing Lemur Press, L.L.C. http://www.dancinglemurpressllc.com/
A professional speaker and author, L. Diane Wolfe conducts seminars, offers book formatting, and author consultation. She’s the senior editor at Dancing Lemur Press, L.L.C. and contributes to the Insecure Writer’s Support Group.
http://www.spunkonastick.net/ - Spunk On A Stick
http://www.circleoffriendsbooks.blogspot.com - Spunk On A Stick’s Tips
http://www.insecurewriterssupportgroup.com/ - Insecure Writer’s Support Group
Links:
Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BC4SRKH2
iTunes - https://books.apple.com/us/book/x/id6443336227
Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/2940165920110
Kobo - https://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/Search?Query=9781939844903
Scribed - https://www.scribd.com/search?query=9781939844903&language=0
Goodreads - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/62203140-in-darkness
I’ve been a vegetarian for 34 years and a total vegan for 28 years.
Last time I tasted chocolate was 2002. (And no, I don’t miss it one bit.)
I don’t bake with sugar and where I can, I replace oil with applesauce.
My Review
Anna, a young woman who works as a drudge in a tavern, meets a group of strangers one night and overhears them talking about finding Zancrela, a magical place she’s always wanted to visit so she offers to guide them. An offer that’s accepted but with a caveat of dire consequences if she fails: her life. Not too long after the trek begins, she discovers she’s traveling with a band of vampires and most of them consider her nothing more than a food source. Danger becomes her constant companion as the chances of her survival lessen.
Ms. Wolfe has created an interesting storyline with well-developed characters. The tale flowed smoothly and held my interest with plenty of action/adventure and just enough romance to keep me reading. Thumbs up to the author for this entertaining story.
February 8, 2023
Did You Know
Did you know, there are no seagulls in Hawaii?
February 7, 2023
Writerly Wednesday
What's your synonym or definition of:
February 6, 2023
Ketch-Up Day
Greetings Blogger Buds,
How was your weekend and Monday? We went to see the grands and catch the girlie's basketball game. She made four baskets. Woot. Woot.
AND the HH surprised me with this early Valentine:
AND a couple of my fam got me an Amazon card for my bday and this is one of the things I got with it. Isn't it a hoot and so very true;)
Writer's Block: When your imaginary friends won't talk to you.Even though I know our temps would be considered a heat wave to other parts of the country, it was sooo cold this weekend . What was your temperature?
I realize the economy is strong and a lot of folks are getting good jobs and that's a wonderful thing. But it just hasn't trickled down to the grocery stores yet. I swear the items we purchased had jumped another dollar to three dollars from last month. What are grocery prices like in your neck of the woods?
AND the daffies are still blooming. Who'd a thought?
So Blogger Buds, how were your temperatures? How are your grocery prices? Got any good news to share?
February 2, 2023
February 1, 2023
Did You Know
Did you know, decaf coffee is made by soaking the 'beans' in water to remove the caffeine?
January 31, 2023
IWSG Wednesday
The first Wednesday of every month is officially IWSG day. IWSG was formed by Ninja Captain Alex Cavanaugh. Members post about their doubts and fears, discuss struggles and triumphs, and offer words of encouragement to others who are struggling.
Be sure to link to this page and display the badge in your post. And please be sure your avatar links back to your blog! Our Twitter handle is @TheIWSG and hashtag is #IWSG.
The awesome co-hosts for the February 1 posting of the IWSG are Jacqui Murray, Ronel Janse van Vuuren, Pat Garcia, and Gwen Gardner!
Every month, we announce a question that members can answer in their IWSG post. These questions may prompt you to share advice, insight, a personal experience or story. Include your answer to the question in your IWSG post or let it inspire your post if you are struggling with something to say.
Remember, the question is optional!
February 1 question - If you are an Indie author, do you make your own covers or purchase them? If you publish trad, how much input do you have about what goes on your cover?
I have my covers done by the awesome folks at pixelstudio. Their prices are very reasonable, they do a great job and they’re easy to work with. I did my first…and probably my last cover, heh…on Return to Silverhills (coming in March).Oh, and if anyone can help me get the word out please shoot me an email or mention it in the contact form on the right. Thanks!
December, January, February Reviews in no particular order.
Occasional typos do not factor into my reviews.
IN DARKNESS: THE VAMPIRE by L. Diane Wolfe will be released February 7Anna, a young woman who works as a drudge in a tavern, meets a group of strangers one night and overhears them talking about finding Zancrela, a magical place she’s always wanted to visit so she offers to guide them. An offer that’s accepted but with a caveat of dire consequences if she fails: her life. Not too long after the trek begins, she discovers she’s traveling with a band of vampires and most of them consider her nothing more than a food source. Danger becomes her constant companion as the chances of her survival lessen.
Ms. Wolfe has created an interesting storyline with well-developed characters. The tale flowed smoothly and held my interest with plenty of action/adventure and just enough romance to keep me reading. Thumbs up to the author for this entertaining story.
Available at Amazon
VARIETY IS THE SPICE OF LIFE: A Blend of Poetry and Prose by Sally Cronin Once again Ms. Cronin has created a delightful read. So many wonders and rich diversity. There’s something for everyone. Nature and the paranormal can be found in many of her offerings. The poetry is beautiful. The short stories outstanding. I would have a hard time narrowing down a favorite but if I did it would be one of the following: Miss Lloyd’s Robin, The Neighborhood Watch or The Green Hill. If you enjoy poetry, short stories or just escapism reading, you’re sure to like Ms. Cronin’s latest. So, grab your cocoa or beverage of choice, put your feet up and enjoy.
Available at Amazon
ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS YOU by Julie Lence All Camille Prescott wants for Christmas is to get married. Not to any ole cowboy mind you, but one with money. But like most Christmas wishes, things go awry and she finds that maybe who she is wishing for isn’t who she wants after all.
A fun read for the season, grounded in the historical lifestyle of the old West, and filled with romantic tension and cowboy action.
Available at Amazon
TRADS
THE LAST FOUNDING FATHER * JAMES MONROE AND A NATION’S CALL TO GREATNESS by Harlow Giles Unger
This is the first book I've read by this author. He did an amazing job of bringing history to life. Of the books I've read on the United States Presidents, I'd rate Monroe's story as one of the best.
Available at Amazon
DARK MATTER by Blake Crouch
Well written but creepy. Very, very creepy.
Available at Amazon
So what have you been reading? Or writing:)
January 30, 2023
It's Ketch-Up Day
AND I'm catching up on January birthdays. Belated wishes to:
Did I miss anyone? If so, let me know.
Have a great week, Blogger Buds.
