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December 21, 2013
A Bit of Honor and a Writing Update
I have been remiss in keeping you up to date with my writing activities. Honor has progressing at a steady pace thanks to my National Novel Writing Month efforts. As of today I have a chapter and an epilogue to go before I begin editing from the beginning. At 85K, it is longer than Duty, but I hope that means there is more for you to enjoy. :)
So, to make up for my lack of updates, I will share a bit from the beginning of Honor. I would love to hear what you think of it. :)
This section is from Lord Dentin's perspective.
~~~~~
“Would you move your elbow, my lord?”
I started at the feminine voice almost next to my ear. I looked over my shoulder and up into dark, velvety brown eyes. The corner of Elsa’s mouth twitched. I suddenly realized I was staring. “I am sorry?”
“Your elbow, my lord, is resting on my seat.”
“Pardon,” I quickly rose, pulling the heavy chair out for her.
Her eyebrows rose. I didn’t get a chance to guess why before she turned her face away.
Once she was seated, I returned to my place. The first course arrived. As custom dictated, I offered first cut to her. She accepted it graciously, but made no move to eat.
“Are you not hungry?” I asked as I lifted a bit of meat to my mouth.
She didn’t respond, sipping some of the water in her cup instead. I watched her as I chewed. The growing patch of rose on the curve of her cheek indicated she knew of my scrutiny. Tomas remained absorbed in conversation with Brielle so nothing distracted me from my natural curiosity.
She took a deep breath and straightened her slim shoulders. “Staring is rude, my lord.”
“So is refusing to answer a query.”
“Not refusal, my lord. I was gathering my thoughts.”
“You do not strike me as one who often struggles with finding words.”
She laughed softly, eyes still focused on the food before her. “No, my lord, I have words a plenty, just few suitable for your ears.”
“Truly?” I couldn’t help the smile tugging at my mouth. “I assure you, miss, I am not a lad freshly freed from leading strings. It takes a lot to turn my ears red.”
“I wouldn’t have guessed.” She stole a glance at my ears, skillfully avoiding my gaze despite my attempts to engage her dark eyes before they hid again in the shadow of her lashes. “Your ears have turned pink at least twice since our meeting. I wager I could easily turn them again.”
She very likely could, I realized suddenly. Still, I wanted her to try. “What would you like to bet?”
That brought up her face. Eyes widened in shock, her face lost all color. “Oh, no, my lord. My mother would skin me alive if I wagered anything. It wouldn’t be lady-like.”
I almost bought her act until I detected a twitch about her mouth.
I laughed. I couldn’t help it.
~~~~~
Would you enjoy spending a book with these two?
So, the sequel to Duty is coming soon. Who should I write about next?
So, to make up for my lack of updates, I will share a bit from the beginning of Honor. I would love to hear what you think of it. :)
This section is from Lord Dentin's perspective.
~~~~~
“Would you move your elbow, my lord?”
I started at the feminine voice almost next to my ear. I looked over my shoulder and up into dark, velvety brown eyes. The corner of Elsa’s mouth twitched. I suddenly realized I was staring. “I am sorry?”
“Your elbow, my lord, is resting on my seat.”
“Pardon,” I quickly rose, pulling the heavy chair out for her.
Her eyebrows rose. I didn’t get a chance to guess why before she turned her face away.
Once she was seated, I returned to my place. The first course arrived. As custom dictated, I offered first cut to her. She accepted it graciously, but made no move to eat.
“Are you not hungry?” I asked as I lifted a bit of meat to my mouth.
She didn’t respond, sipping some of the water in her cup instead. I watched her as I chewed. The growing patch of rose on the curve of her cheek indicated she knew of my scrutiny. Tomas remained absorbed in conversation with Brielle so nothing distracted me from my natural curiosity.
She took a deep breath and straightened her slim shoulders. “Staring is rude, my lord.”
“So is refusing to answer a query.”
“Not refusal, my lord. I was gathering my thoughts.”
“You do not strike me as one who often struggles with finding words.”
She laughed softly, eyes still focused on the food before her. “No, my lord, I have words a plenty, just few suitable for your ears.”
“Truly?” I couldn’t help the smile tugging at my mouth. “I assure you, miss, I am not a lad freshly freed from leading strings. It takes a lot to turn my ears red.”
“I wouldn’t have guessed.” She stole a glance at my ears, skillfully avoiding my gaze despite my attempts to engage her dark eyes before they hid again in the shadow of her lashes. “Your ears have turned pink at least twice since our meeting. I wager I could easily turn them again.”
She very likely could, I realized suddenly. Still, I wanted her to try. “What would you like to bet?”
That brought up her face. Eyes widened in shock, her face lost all color. “Oh, no, my lord. My mother would skin me alive if I wagered anything. It wouldn’t be lady-like.”
I almost bought her act until I detected a twitch about her mouth.
I laughed. I couldn’t help it.
~~~~~
Would you enjoy spending a book with these two?
So, the sequel to Duty is coming soon. Who should I write about next?
December 2, 2013
A Buy One Get One Sale of Katy Lee’s Books!
In Katy Lee’s latest romantic-suspense story, WARNING SIGNS, her heroine, Miriam Hunter, is deaf. Owen, her hero, has some misconceptions of people with hearing impairments, but can Miriam change his way of thinking before she goes to jail? Or worse, killed? WARNING SIGNS is the first story in Katy’s inspirational series that takes place on a fishing island in Maine. Stop by the Island of Stepping Stones, where the lobster traps are always full and romance awaits even the hardest of hearts. RT Book Reviews gave WARNING SIGNS 4 ½ Stars, making it a keeper. "Miriam is a strong character who is not held back by what others may perceive as a weakness. Acceptance is a key theme as Lee dispels some misconceptions regarding people with hearing impairments." ~RT Magazine
Back Cover Blurb:
When a drug-smuggling ring rocks a small coastal town, the DEA sends Agent Owen Matthews to shut it down. A single father with a deaf son, Owen senses that the town's number one suspect—the high school's new principal—doesn't fit the profile. Miriam Hunter hoped to shrug off the stigma of her hearing impairment when she returned to Stepping Stones, Maine. But her recurring nightmares dredge up old memories that could prove her innocence—and uncover the truth behind a decades-old murder. Yet Owen's help may not be enough when someone decides to keep Miriam silenced—permanently.
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December 1, 2013
Discovering Wordles and the NaNoWriMo 2013 Final Tally
Because the end of NaNoWriMo does not mean the end of procrastination, here is the wordle for Honor in its current unfinished state:
My official ending word count for Honor at the end of NaNoWriMo is 66,534 of which 27,142 words are from my NaNoWriMo efforts.
I didn't reach my goal of 30K for November, but I also didn't expect to have three sick children most of the month.
The end of Honor is in sight and I am eager to keep going and reach it. :)
So, can you guess who my hero, heroine, and villains are?
(Hint: The wordle should help you.) If you need to see a larger version, you can click on it and it will take you to the website where it is hosted. Or, you can click here: http://www.wordle.net/show/wrdl/7339362/Honor_%28unfinished%29.
I am curious about your guesses. :)
If you want more of a play by play of the writing process, I post updates and sample sentences on my public writing Facebook page and Twitter. Check them out and follow along. The more input the merrier. :)
- Rachel Rossano
My official ending word count for Honor at the end of NaNoWriMo is 66,534 of which 27,142 words are from my NaNoWriMo efforts.
I didn't reach my goal of 30K for November, but I also didn't expect to have three sick children most of the month.
The end of Honor is in sight and I am eager to keep going and reach it. :)
So, can you guess who my hero, heroine, and villains are?
(Hint: The wordle should help you.) If you need to see a larger version, you can click on it and it will take you to the website where it is hosted. Or, you can click here: http://www.wordle.net/show/wrdl/7339362/Honor_%28unfinished%29.
I am curious about your guesses. :)
If you want more of a play by play of the writing process, I post updates and sample sentences on my public writing Facebook page and Twitter. Check them out and follow along. The more input the merrier. :)
- Rachel Rossano
November 27, 2013
Author Interview with Tamara Leigh
Welcome, Tamara!
Thank you for stopping by for this interview. Just to give the readers some background, I wanted to let them know that I found you through Amazon's "Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought" feature. It seems that several people who bought Duty and Wren also bought several books from your Age of Faith series. I read The Unveiling myself and loved it.
Aw, shucks. Thank you, Rachel!
Before we get around to talking about your new release, The Kindling, I'd like to ask some general questions about your Age of Faith series. I love history and writing novels set in medieval-like settings. That's one of the attractions that drew me to pick up your series.
How did you come to choose the era when you began writing the Age of Faith series?
I’ve always enjoyed a good romance and, though I’ve read across all time periods, medieval romance remains my favorite. So, when I decided to tackle a novel for publication back in 1992, there was no question the setting would be the middle ages. Warrior Bride, my first novel published by Bantam in 1994, firmly set my feet on that path and six more medieval romances followed. Then I decided to write for the inspirational market. Long story short, stories set during the middle ages don’t sell well in this market, which is the reason I switched to contemporary romances in the vein of Bridget Jones’ Diary. But now that self publishing is on the rise, providing an outlet for the stories in my head clamoring to find their way onto paper, I’m happily back in the middle ages.
How much research did you do for each of the books?
When I was writing the first of my seven general market medieval romances (before the internet was a viable form of research), there was an enormous amount of research involved despite my familiarity with the genre. I have two bookcases brimming with highlighted, slip-marked books to prove it—everything from the types of shoes to the different foods to the intricacy of siege warfare. Believe me, you don’t want to get your facts wrong, an easy thing to do since the height of fashion in the 12th century was markedly different from that of the 14thcentury.
Though research still figures into my writing schedule now that I self-publish inspirational medieval romances, experience has lightened the load considerably. Still, it isn’t unusual for my family to find me with my nose buried in a well-thumbed book with highlighter and sticky notes in hand.
I have only read the first book, The Unveiling. How did you connect the books in the series? Do we see returning characters?
The Age of Faith series that includes The Unveiling, The Yielding, and The Redeeming is the story of the Wulfrith siblings. Though I originally planned it to be three books strong, spinning the tales of the eldest brother and two sisters, that left two brothers out in the cold. And they were most indignant. Hence, with the late fall 2013 release of The Kindling, the series expands to four books. As for that last brother… His story is brewing and will likely pour out mid to late 2014. Oh, those Wulfriths!
I love it that your characters talk to you too. Mine are very vocal when they are left out of something in which they think they should have part.
Now regarding your new release, can you tell us a bit about the story?
Oh, how I adore Abel Wulfrith, even though he was a bit aggressive in convincing me to write his story, a conversation I intend to share on my Kitchen Novelist blog before long. Here’s The Kindling’s back cover copy:“’TIS SAID FAMILY CREATES A MULTITUDE OF SINS.”
Helene of Tippet is not her father or her brother’s keeper. Yet when she is enlisted to use her healing skills to aid a fallen knight, the secret she holds close threatens to visit her family’s sins upon her. Now she is in danger of loving where she should not—a man of the nobility, and one who has cause to despise her if ever he learns of the blood that courses through her veins. Dare she reveal herself? Dare she trust a warrior so bitter and intent on revenge? Dare she love?
Sir Abel Wulfrith, a man bred to battle, has the scar to prove one should never trust a woman. But when he is wounded by his family’s enemy, he finds himself at the mercy of one who could prove his undoing. Now he faces a battle against which no strategy can prevail, no blade can defend, no heart can escape unscathed. Can he forgive Helene the sins of the father—more, the sins of the brother? Can he reclaim his faith? Can he love?
I read the excerpt you have posted on your blog. It sounds very intriguing. Do your plot ideas come from historical events or other sources?
My plot ideas are a combination of imagination and historical events. When a particular hero or heroine pops into my head, I set about determining their ideal love interest which, of course, requires plenty of conflict to carry a story. In other words, how can I make it hard—seemingly impossible—for these two to get together? The chase, you know, is extremely important in a romance. Despite the research involved, it’s imperative that the historical context and figures ring true, allowing readers to immerse themselves in a world far different from their own. As I’ve always been intrigued with King Henry II and his struggle to gain the English throne and the means by which he held it, I chose the twelfth century for my Age of Faith series. Though my main characters are plucked from my imagination, it’s exciting to have a real and dynamic historical figure pop up in from time to time.
What do you like most about your characters in The Kindling?
Above all, I like the unity of the Wulfrith family. They have their differences and faults, each representing a unique personality, but they care deeply for one another and their bonds are strengthened by faith. Of course, the non-Wulfrith characters are special, too. Thus, by story’s end, Annyn, Michael, Christian, and Helene are absorbed into the Wulfrith family by way of love.
I know authors who are strictly Indie and some only work with publishers. You have done both. What were some of the positive experiences you had while working with a publisher?
Yep, that makes me a “hybrid” author. Sounds cute and fuel efficient, doesn’t it? Though, like every traditionally published author, I’ve have had negative experiences, most have been positive. There was a time when, like it or not, the publisher took responsibility for the marketing of an author’s work. This freed up the author to write the best book possible with the fewest interruptions. That time no longer exists and, whether traditionally published or self published, in most instances this now falls to the author to fit into her/his schedule. On the yet more positive side, while writing for Waterbrook/Multnomah (a division of RandomHouse), I enjoyed working with the editor to top all editors. I miss her.
Hybrid, now I like the sound of that. :)
What are some of the positive things about going Indie with some of your other books?
Ooh, let’s see: having final say in the content, choosing the look of the book, and deeper connection with readers. Those regular and sweet royalty checks are pretty nice, too!
Can you tell us about some of your current writing projects? What kinds of things should we be looking forward to from you?
While that last brother’s story is working over my imagination in search of the perfect heroine and plot, I’ll be rewriting my first novel, Warrior Bride, published by Bantam Books in 1994. Originally written for the general market, it will be re-released as a “clean read” and retitled Lady At Arms. For a peek at the new cover, visit my website: www.tamaraleigh.com
I love the look of the cover of Lady at Arms.
Thanks again for sharing your time with me. I'm looking forward to reading more of your Age of Faith series.
Thank you, Rachel! It’s been fun. Happy writing!
Thank you for stopping by for this interview. Just to give the readers some background, I wanted to let them know that I found you through Amazon's "Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought" feature. It seems that several people who bought Duty and Wren also bought several books from your Age of Faith series. I read The Unveiling myself and loved it.
Aw, shucks. Thank you, Rachel!
Before we get around to talking about your new release, The Kindling, I'd like to ask some general questions about your Age of Faith series. I love history and writing novels set in medieval-like settings. That's one of the attractions that drew me to pick up your series.
How did you come to choose the era when you began writing the Age of Faith series?
I’ve always enjoyed a good romance and, though I’ve read across all time periods, medieval romance remains my favorite. So, when I decided to tackle a novel for publication back in 1992, there was no question the setting would be the middle ages. Warrior Bride, my first novel published by Bantam in 1994, firmly set my feet on that path and six more medieval romances followed. Then I decided to write for the inspirational market. Long story short, stories set during the middle ages don’t sell well in this market, which is the reason I switched to contemporary romances in the vein of Bridget Jones’ Diary. But now that self publishing is on the rise, providing an outlet for the stories in my head clamoring to find their way onto paper, I’m happily back in the middle ages.
How much research did you do for each of the books?
When I was writing the first of my seven general market medieval romances (before the internet was a viable form of research), there was an enormous amount of research involved despite my familiarity with the genre. I have two bookcases brimming with highlighted, slip-marked books to prove it—everything from the types of shoes to the different foods to the intricacy of siege warfare. Believe me, you don’t want to get your facts wrong, an easy thing to do since the height of fashion in the 12th century was markedly different from that of the 14thcentury.
Though research still figures into my writing schedule now that I self-publish inspirational medieval romances, experience has lightened the load considerably. Still, it isn’t unusual for my family to find me with my nose buried in a well-thumbed book with highlighter and sticky notes in hand.
I have only read the first book, The Unveiling. How did you connect the books in the series? Do we see returning characters?
The Age of Faith series that includes The Unveiling, The Yielding, and The Redeeming is the story of the Wulfrith siblings. Though I originally planned it to be three books strong, spinning the tales of the eldest brother and two sisters, that left two brothers out in the cold. And they were most indignant. Hence, with the late fall 2013 release of The Kindling, the series expands to four books. As for that last brother… His story is brewing and will likely pour out mid to late 2014. Oh, those Wulfriths!
I love it that your characters talk to you too. Mine are very vocal when they are left out of something in which they think they should have part.
Now regarding your new release, can you tell us a bit about the story?
Oh, how I adore Abel Wulfrith, even though he was a bit aggressive in convincing me to write his story, a conversation I intend to share on my Kitchen Novelist blog before long. Here’s The Kindling’s back cover copy:“’TIS SAID FAMILY CREATES A MULTITUDE OF SINS.”
Helene of Tippet is not her father or her brother’s keeper. Yet when she is enlisted to use her healing skills to aid a fallen knight, the secret she holds close threatens to visit her family’s sins upon her. Now she is in danger of loving where she should not—a man of the nobility, and one who has cause to despise her if ever he learns of the blood that courses through her veins. Dare she reveal herself? Dare she trust a warrior so bitter and intent on revenge? Dare she love?
Sir Abel Wulfrith, a man bred to battle, has the scar to prove one should never trust a woman. But when he is wounded by his family’s enemy, he finds himself at the mercy of one who could prove his undoing. Now he faces a battle against which no strategy can prevail, no blade can defend, no heart can escape unscathed. Can he forgive Helene the sins of the father—more, the sins of the brother? Can he reclaim his faith? Can he love?
I read the excerpt you have posted on your blog. It sounds very intriguing. Do your plot ideas come from historical events or other sources?
My plot ideas are a combination of imagination and historical events. When a particular hero or heroine pops into my head, I set about determining their ideal love interest which, of course, requires plenty of conflict to carry a story. In other words, how can I make it hard—seemingly impossible—for these two to get together? The chase, you know, is extremely important in a romance. Despite the research involved, it’s imperative that the historical context and figures ring true, allowing readers to immerse themselves in a world far different from their own. As I’ve always been intrigued with King Henry II and his struggle to gain the English throne and the means by which he held it, I chose the twelfth century for my Age of Faith series. Though my main characters are plucked from my imagination, it’s exciting to have a real and dynamic historical figure pop up in from time to time.
What do you like most about your characters in The Kindling?
Above all, I like the unity of the Wulfrith family. They have their differences and faults, each representing a unique personality, but they care deeply for one another and their bonds are strengthened by faith. Of course, the non-Wulfrith characters are special, too. Thus, by story’s end, Annyn, Michael, Christian, and Helene are absorbed into the Wulfrith family by way of love.
I know authors who are strictly Indie and some only work with publishers. You have done both. What were some of the positive experiences you had while working with a publisher?
Yep, that makes me a “hybrid” author. Sounds cute and fuel efficient, doesn’t it? Though, like every traditionally published author, I’ve have had negative experiences, most have been positive. There was a time when, like it or not, the publisher took responsibility for the marketing of an author’s work. This freed up the author to write the best book possible with the fewest interruptions. That time no longer exists and, whether traditionally published or self published, in most instances this now falls to the author to fit into her/his schedule. On the yet more positive side, while writing for Waterbrook/Multnomah (a division of RandomHouse), I enjoyed working with the editor to top all editors. I miss her.
Hybrid, now I like the sound of that. :)
What are some of the positive things about going Indie with some of your other books?
Ooh, let’s see: having final say in the content, choosing the look of the book, and deeper connection with readers. Those regular and sweet royalty checks are pretty nice, too!
Can you tell us about some of your current writing projects? What kinds of things should we be looking forward to from you?
While that last brother’s story is working over my imagination in search of the perfect heroine and plot, I’ll be rewriting my first novel, Warrior Bride, published by Bantam Books in 1994. Originally written for the general market, it will be re-released as a “clean read” and retitled Lady At Arms. For a peek at the new cover, visit my website: www.tamaraleigh.com
I love the look of the cover of Lady at Arms.
Thanks again for sharing your time with me. I'm looking forward to reading more of your Age of Faith series.
Thank you, Rachel! It’s been fun. Happy writing!
November 19, 2013
The Month of the Novel Episodes 3 - 6
I have fallen woefully behind in sharing the Month of the Novel videos with you all. Yes, I had a legitimate excuse, I was trying to keep up with my writing goals for NaNoWriMo. ;) But, more on that later. Time for some procrastination.
Now back to my writing. Duty's sequel, Honor, is shaping up nicely. :)
Now back to my writing. Duty's sequel, Honor, is shaping up nicely. :)
November 6, 2013
Duty's Blog Tour begins!
The first stop is on Peace from Pieces, the blog of an extraordinary woman. Stop by and check it out! :) Don't forget to share and spread the news.
If you read Duty, share your opinion with other readers by writing a review. A few sentences on Amazon, Goodreads, or Barnes & Noble would mean a lot to me.
Thank you! See you tomorrow at the next stop!
November 5, 2013
Month of the Novel - Season 2 Episode 2
Ah, yes, the wandering about trying to find something epic to plot around. :) Enjoy! Don't forget to subscribe if you like it. :)
November 1, 2013
The Month of the Novel - Season 2 Episode 1
I really enjoyed this series a few years ago when they released their first series. This one promises to be fun. So, if you are procrastinating writing the next thousand words or just need to give you brain a break, check them out and enjoy. :)
Two Cover Reveals!!
Today is a new day and a new month! NaNoWriMo has begun and my nose is to the the writing grindstone. Hopefully I will have a completed rough draft of Honor before the month is done.
But before the insanity begins, I have some covers to reveal. Two of my good writing friends are releasing new books this month. I am eager to read both of them. Also, note the names and books because I am hoping to get both of them on the blog soon for author interviews.
Coming on Nov 15th is Adventures and Adversities by Sarah Holman
Adventures and Adversities by Sarah Holman: One day Alditha is content living with her family, the next she is taking her friends place to serve at the king’s castle. Her father's final instructions, to keep smiling and to do what is right, will be harder to live out then she ever imagined. She will face a royal nephew who delights in making people miserable, an angry servant girl that will stop at nothing to get what she wants, and noblemen who plot murder. Will she be able to keep the promise she made to her father? Will she find the faith she longs for during all her Adventures and Adversities.
Also presenting Captive of Raven Castle by Jessica Greyson:
Captive of Raven Castle by Jessica Greyson: The troubled people of war-torn Chambria are on the brink of starvation, and a delicate princess with a recurring nightmare is their only hope. Alexandra knows that her value to her country consists mainly in her ability to marry well, but when she is kidnapped by the rebels and taken to meet the man claiming to be both Chambria's true king and her real father, her entire world falls apart. Will Princess Alexandra be able to untangle the web of lies and discern who is the true king and her father?
Two exciting new releases! I can't wait to pick up my copies and get reading. Oh, wait, I am going to have to wait until after I finish NaNo, but I know that many of you aren't so committed. Go pick up a copy and let me know what I am missing. :)
- Rachel Rossano
But before the insanity begins, I have some covers to reveal. Two of my good writing friends are releasing new books this month. I am eager to read both of them. Also, note the names and books because I am hoping to get both of them on the blog soon for author interviews.
Coming on Nov 15th is Adventures and Adversities by Sarah Holman
Adventures and Adversities by Sarah Holman: One day Alditha is content living with her family, the next she is taking her friends place to serve at the king’s castle. Her father's final instructions, to keep smiling and to do what is right, will be harder to live out then she ever imagined. She will face a royal nephew who delights in making people miserable, an angry servant girl that will stop at nothing to get what she wants, and noblemen who plot murder. Will she be able to keep the promise she made to her father? Will she find the faith she longs for during all her Adventures and Adversities.
Also presenting Captive of Raven Castle by Jessica Greyson:
Captive of Raven Castle by Jessica Greyson: The troubled people of war-torn Chambria are on the brink of starvation, and a delicate princess with a recurring nightmare is their only hope. Alexandra knows that her value to her country consists mainly in her ability to marry well, but when she is kidnapped by the rebels and taken to meet the man claiming to be both Chambria's true king and her real father, her entire world falls apart. Will Princess Alexandra be able to untangle the web of lies and discern who is the true king and her father?
Two exciting new releases! I can't wait to pick up my copies and get reading. Oh, wait, I am going to have to wait until after I finish NaNo, but I know that many of you aren't so committed. Go pick up a copy and let me know what I am missing. :)
- Rachel Rossano
October 22, 2013
NaNoWriMo and the Plans that Make Me Question My Sanity
So I am planning on participating in the National Novel Writing Month activity of trying to write 50,000 words in one month. Yes, I am nuts, but it is worth trying, right?
I will be bending the rules a bit, so I am not officially participating. The rules of the competition are that the 50K need to be in a new novel that was not started before the beginning of November. Since I am planning on trying to finish Honor with those words and possibly start a new novel, I don't qualify. However, it will be fun to work along side all the others.
So, NaNoWriMo, here I come. :) Here is a link to my dashboard if any of you would like to follow along and cheer me on to completion.
