Natasha Deen's Blog, page 76

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Irritating

Been trying to take time off and catch up on reading, and came across a book that had a synopsis that had a man returning to purchase the estate he grew up on (as the caretaker's son). He ends up starting a relationship with the realtor (who also happens to be the daughter of the estate owner), but then it goes on to talk about how his quest for revenge/payback becomes something more as he becomes obsessed with the girl.

And people, this is a ROMANCE.

I hear you. I hear you.

The idea of a ...

You Gotta Read Reviews Loves Grime:

"Being inside Natasha Deen's mind is a bit like touring Disneyworld on acid...If you have young ones (or just people who enjoy whimsy) on your gift list or just need a reason to smile, you couldn't ask for a more perfect find."
http://yougottareadreviews.blogspot.c...

True Grime Kindle Contest

Congratulations Krystal, and thanks to everyone for playing along!

Taking Time Off is Harder Than I Thought

Spent most of the day walking to the office door, reminding myself that I'm supposed to be taking time off, then wandering back to the family room…was even desperate enough to do some cooking.  The fire trucks were on stand-by, but not needed (thank goodness!)

Flamingnet Teen Reviews Gives Grime 8 Stars

"I liked this book! Its a fun action-fantasy, with just the teensiest bit of romance. There are a few laugh-out-loud moments, as well as countless others that make you smile." http://www.flamingnet.com/bookreviews/newreviews/newbookreview.cfm?title=True%20Grime

Well, Yuck.

Got a follower from Twitter, but when I clicked on her link it took me to a XXX porno site.  My poor computer. I feel like I need to scrub it down with high-grade cleaner and apologize profusely.

Artistic License

The on-going debate with any author is usually how much can they twist reality to fit the fictional world of the novel.  I was watching Harry's Law last night and the plot revolved around a middle-class, lady who robbed a bank at gun-point because they'd foreclosed on her house. In her defense, the lawyers talked about the bailouts and how none of the money was passed down to the individuals.

It's good writing: emotional, with enough reality (bailouts) to prove their point: that corporate...

Celtic Lady Reviews Gives Grime 4 Stars

"I can definitely see this as a series. I really enjoyed this story even though I do not normally read a lot of fantasy or YA."

http://celticladysreviews.blogspot.com/2011/11/true-grime-by-natasha-deen.html

December Begins, 2011 About to End

Ugh. Taking down the NaNo banner and deleting the EWG progress bars felt a lot like taking down decorations/cleaning up after a particularly awesome party. The cold, unflinching light of day is upon us and I'm squinting...

Congratulations to everyone who participated & met/exceeded their goals: Barb, C-Anne, Jacquie, Hal, Howard, Laini, Simon, and Me. There's more, but I just have to wait for everyone to check in.

And now the question, of course, becomes: now what?

Well, here are my sug...