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May 7, 2020
Friday's Good Read
Voyagers: The Third Ghost
An Insecure Writer’s Support Group Anthology
Journey into the past…
Ten authors explore the past, sending their young protagonists on harrowing adventures. Featuring the talents of Yvonne Ventresca, Katharina Gerlach, Roland Clarke, Sherry Ellis, Rebecca M. Douglass, Bish Denham, Charles Kowalski, Louise MacBeath Barbour, Beth Anderson Schuck, and L.T. Ward.Hand-picked by a panel of agents, authors, and editors, these ten tales will take readers on a voyage of wonder into history. Get ready for an exciting ride!Release date – May 5, 2020
$13.95, 6x9 trade paperback, 168 pages
Print ISBN 9781939844729 / EBook ISBN 9781939844736
Juvenile fiction – historical/action & adventure/fantasy & magic
Founded by author Alex J. Cavanaugh, the Insecure Writer’s Support Group offers support for writers and authors alike. It provides an online database; articles; monthly blog posting; Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram groups; #IWSGPit, and a newsletter. A Writer’s Digest 101 Best Website for Writers and The Write Life’s Best 100 Website for Writershttps://www.insecurewriterssupportgroup.com/
Links:Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/193984472X/
Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/voyagers-yvonne-ventresca/1135912991?ean=2940163430857
ITunes - https://books.apple.com/ca/book/voyagers-the-third-ghost/id1493413956
Kobo - https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/voyagers-the-third-ghost
Goodreads - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50364415-voyagers
May 6, 2020
Did You Know
Picture from Wikipedia.org
AND...Many thanks to Elizabeth Seckman, Sue at Elephant's Child and D. L. Finn for helping me get the word out.
May 5, 2020
IWSG Wednesday
The first Wednesday of every month is officially IWSG day. Members post about their doubts and fears, discuss struggles and triumphs, and offer words of encouragement to others who are struggling.
Thanks, as always, to Alex Cavanaugh, founder and Ninja Captain extraordinaire and our awesome co-hosts.
The IWSG monthly question can be found under the IWSG Sign-up tab on the Insecure Writer's Support Group Blog.
May 6 question - Do you have any rituals that you use when you need help getting into the ZONE? Care to share? Great question. Good books and good movies and if that doesn't get my muse's interest, I go back to the beginning of the story and reread to remind her where we are going.
REVIEWS
SUBLIME SHADOWS OF LIFE by Balroop Singh
The verse in this book is beautifully written and leaves the reader with the feeling they've been given a glimpse into the author's soul. A glimpse the author freely shares. It's also a reminder that there are places in this world were life for a woman is a dreary existence at best.
I especially enjoyed reading this at the end of the day when I could let the words flow over and envelope me.
THE TEASE by Melissa Alexia
A steamy short.
This story starts with two young people in junior high who become, and remain, friends. Always 'teasing' each other. Seven years later, the 'teasing' begins in earnest as they try to figure out if they are going to continue to be friends, lovers or both.
If you like a steamy read, sprinkled with humor, you'll enjoy this sexy, well-written short.
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Happy Birthday, Heather.
May 4, 2020
Rebirth and New Beginnings
Did anyone else see this article? I found it fascinating and hopefully helpful to folks with Covid or breathing issues.https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/how-a-free-extremely-low-risk-er-technique-is-saving-lives-from-coronavirus-215640425.html
For those on blogger, what do you think about the new setup? I think it will be fine when I get acclimated. Right now it's taking me forever to set up posts.
May 3, 2020
Mateo's Law
Blurb:
A modern day, shape-shifting sheriff.
He’s the sheriff of a sparsely populated county in Montana. His blood brother and childhood best friend is Chief of Police on the Blackfoot Reservation, but they no longer speak. His deputy is a Southern transplant with the body of a high-priced call girl, a voice of honey and a mouth of a trucker. And if that’s not enough, he’s got a secret that would stun those that know him best. Other than that, it’s business as usual for Sheriff Mateo Grey.
Excerpt:
A chill March wind lifted Chief Deputy Blair Delaney’s ponytail and nipped her skin as she stepped out of the patrol car, snapping a twig beneath a sturdy boot. With a flick of her thumbs, she turned up her collar and burrowed deeper into her worn, brown bomber jacket.
The setting sun hovered on the horizon and outlined a dark-barked, bare-leaved oak that arced over the porch of Sheriff Mateo Grey’s cabin.
The temperature dropped. A wolf howled.
She spun on her heel. The large gray predator stood at the edge of the property, watching her. As seconds ticked, he held her gaze but came no closer. Finally, as if bored by the whole situation, he turned his head and loped behind the cabin to disappear into the trees.
Whoosh. Blair didn’t realize she’d been holding her breath until she expelled it. She’d seen the wolf before. That one and an older version that melted into the forest whenever she appeared. Apparently, they considered Mateo’s property part of their territory. And speaking of which, where the hell was he?
She took an impatient step forward then faltered as the hair on the back of her neck rose. The sense of a malevolent presence increased with the disappearance of the wolf. Her hand on the pistol at her waist, she whipped around and stared into the trees that surrounded the house. She appreciated Mateo’s desire for privacy but did it have to be in the middle of bum fuck nowhere?
Blair considered herself a pragmatist and seldom gave way to flights of fancy. Still a ripple of unease stole over her like a thick, tangible mist smothering her senses. She drew her gun, forcing her hand not to tremble.
“Delaney.”
She whirled. The sheriff stood on the porch shirtless and shoeless, worn jeans riding low on lean hips. Her heart gave a hard thump and her blood pooled at her feet. Dammit to hell, why couldn’t she work for someone who was overweight, balding and ate too many donuts? Though, on the plus side, he did have a way of heating her up and keeping the chill at bay.
He took one swift glance at the gun and was off the porch and at her side in four long-legged strides. Even in the biting wind she could feel heat pouring off him.
“Aren’t you cold?”
He ignored the question and cut to the heart of the matter. “What’s wrong? Why is your gun drawn?”
Feeling like an idiot, she cleared her throat. With his appearance the malevolent sensation dissipated like smoke. “I thought someone was watching.” She holstered her gun.
He took a step past her, alert, dangerous.
Bio:
Sandra is a vegetarian, animal lover and avid gardener. She lives with her husband,their dog and cats in sunny North Carolina.
Her stories consist of all things western…and more. She is a category bestselling Amazon author, Eppie finalist and Golden Ankh Award winner.
You can find her at: https://www.sandracox.blogspot.com .
Her twitter handle: Sandra_Cox
Her Amazon Page: http://tinyurl.com/SandraAtAmz
April 30, 2020
Friday's Good Read
I’m thrilled to have good bud and author D.L. Finn sharing her new cover with us today. Welcome, D.L.
Thank you for hosting me today, Sandra:) I’m super excited to be here and share the cover of my new book, “This Last Chance,” along with some new Fun Finn Facts.
BLURB:
Six months ago, Amber Dodges’ sister was murdered at the hands of an unidentified killer. While searching for answers, she realizes her own life might be in danger, too. Nester, the evildwel, has always fed on fear and pain, but now finds his way of life is making him sick. Unfortunately, his weakness could result in a painful death by his own kind, so he does the unthinkable by trying to communicate with the angel assisting Amber. Both desperately need answers. With a powerful snowstorm approaching, Amber must decide who to trust, and Nester’s only hope comes from his enemy. The outcome not only determines if Amber and Nester survive but the world as they know it.
AMAZON PRE-ORDER LINK
Fun Finn Facts:
Amber’s house in "This Last Chance" is set in a vacation home we used to rent.The first ride I go on in Disneyland is, "The Pirates of the Caribbean."The drive from my house to Lake Tahoe takes approximately an hour and a half.
Author Bio:
D. L. Finn is an independent California local who encourages everyone to embrace their inner child. She was born and raised in the foggy Bay Area, but in 1990 she relocated with her husband, kids, dogs, and cats to Nevada City, in the Sierra foothills. She immersed herself in reading all types of books but especially loved romance, horror, and fantasy. She always treasured creating her own reality on paper. Finally, surrounded by towering pines, oaks, and cedars, her creativity was nurtured until it bloomed. Her creations include adult fiction, poetry, a unique autobiography, and children’s books. She continues on her adventure with an open invitation to all readers to join her.D.L. Finn Links:
D.L. Finn blog
Purchase Links:
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
Smashwords
April 29, 2020
Did You Know
Did you know, the etymology research of walrus and waggle, among other W words, in the OXFORD ENGLISH DICTIONARY was done by JRR Tolkien?
Information garnered from 150 Interesting Facts About our Favorite Authors
April 28, 2020
Wacky Writerly Wednesday
And or tea for the tea drinking buds.
April 27, 2020
Tuesday
The roses are blooming.
The amaryllis has completely opened.
AND...He looks so innocent when he sleeps doesn't he?
AND...Another picture from the bro's hospital room. He had to go back in for a brief stent but he is out and doing fine. Beautiful, huh?
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The HH got me a windspinner. Have you seen them or have them. They're fascinating to watch.
Got masks?
I was stunned and dismayed at the number of people that weren't wearing masks when we made a run to one of the 'essential stores' this weekend. Including the clerks.AND...
For the frontliners, the stay-at-homers and maskwearers, here's a freebie (where offered).
BLACK OPAL
Thanks to Stacy at Magic Love Crow for hosting me.
