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October 31, 2020
A ghost story for Halloween…
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! It’s my favorite day of the year, and I thought I’d celebrate by sharing one of many paranormal experiences I’ve had in my life. At the time, I was 24 and newly arrived in Sweden, where I would study for the next six months under a Swedish Institute scholarship.
This was long before I met my husband, so my Swedish-American boyfriend (back in the States) had arranged for me to stay in his grandmother’s empty house in Stockholm for the week leading up to nyårsafton (New Year’s ...
October 26, 2020
Medieval Monday #6 ~ SHADOW OF THE SWAN
Welcome to another Medieval Monday! We’ve reached the halfway point in our nature theme, so it’s a good thing today’s snippet from Shadow of the Swan features a little nature. Finally!
As usual, you can find links to the other participating authors’ excerpts on Facebook. Just visit the Medieval Romance Lovers page here! (#MedMonFall20) And now…Snippet #6:
At week’s end, shortly before supper, she stood alone on the bridge above Woden’s Pond. A swan glided across the calm water, cre...
October 19, 2020
Medieval Monday #5 ~ SHADOW OF THE SWAN
Welcome back to Medieval Monday! I’m sharing Snippet #5 from Shadow of the Swan today, and as you’ll see, Constance is definitely rethinking her relationship with Robert.
Remember to visit Medieval Romance Lovers on Facebook to find links to the other authors’ excerpts. (#MedMonFall20) Now, on to the fifth snippet:
For the next week, their bedtime ritual followed a similar pattern. He kissed her forehead and said good night. Sometimes they talked in bed about the day’s activity; ...
October 13, 2020
HIDDEN GYPSY MAGIC by Tena Stetler
Please welcome Tena Stetler! She’s a sister Rose (published by The Wild Rose Press) and here to tell us all about her inspiration for her latest release, Hidden Gypsy Magic. It’s set in Salem, Massachusetts, a city I’m fortunate to call “home.” Take it away, Tena!
Hi Judith! Thank you so much for hosting me and HIDDEN GYSPY MAGIC on your beautiful blog. I’m thrilled to be here and so excited to share with you the inspiration for my fantasy, time travel, adventure.
Part of the inspiration for H...
October 12, 2020
Medieval Monday #4 ~ SHADOW OF THE SWAN
Welcome back to Medieval Monday! I’m sharing Snippet #4 from Shadow of the Swan today. As always, you can find links to the other participating authors’ snippets by visiting Medieval Romance Lovers on Facebook. (#MedMonFall20)
Now, here’s my fourth snippet:
“Good night, Constance.” His breath was hot on her flesh.
She found her voice. “Good night.”
He pulled away and strode toward the bed.
My dear Robert, you are patience incarnate. She hastene...
October 5, 2020
Medieval Monday #3 ~ SHADOW OF THE SWAN
Welcome back to Medieval Monday! Today, I’m sharing Snippet #3 from Shadow of the Swan. Remember to visit Medieval Romance Lovers on Facebook to find other authors’ snippets. (#MedMonFall20)
If you’re new to Medieval Monday or unfamiliar with Shadow of the Swan, here’s the story:
Lady Constance de Bret was determined to be a nun, until shadows from the past eclipsed her present. Marriage is the safest option, but she insists on a spiritual union, in which physical intimacy is forbidden. Not so ...
October 3, 2020
FREE AUDIOBOOKS!
What’s better than audiobooks? Free audiobooks! I’ve teamed up with several authors in a month-long event on Story Origin, featuring the following genres: young adult, women’s fiction, coming of age, and new adult. All of the audiobooks in this promo–including The Cauldron Stirred, the first book in my YA paranormal fantasy series, Guardians of Erin–are FREE for listeners willing to review.
I have US and UK audio codes to give away, so don’t be shy about requesting a copy!
This event will run t...
October 2, 2020
TRICK OR TREAT BOOK BONANZA ~ N. N. Light’s Book Heaven
Trick or Treat! ‘Tis the month to celebrate all things paranormal, supernatural, suspenseful, and mystical. If you’re like me, you’ll want to accept this special invitation to join the festivities at N. N. Light’s Book Heaven’s 2nd annual Trick or Treat Book Bonanza. 46 authors share what they’d dress up as for Halloween as well as 53 books featured plus a chance to win one of the following:
~ $50 Amazon (US) or Barnes and Noble Gift Card
~ $50 Amazon (US) or Barnes and Noble Gift Card
~ $25 Am...
October 1, 2020
SPOOKY HALLOWEEN BOOKISH GIVEAWAY ~ N. N. Light’s Book Heaven
October is here, and it’s one of my favorite times of the year. The weather turns chilly, the leaves change color, and I get an excuse to binge-eat Halloween chocolate. As the wind shakes my windows, I love to curl up with a good book. N. N. Light feels the same way, and they’re hosting a spooktacular giveaway. No tricks, just treats for booklovers! Everything from romance to paranormal to audiobook codes are being given away. You can even enter to win one of my books: Soul of the Wolf, the sec...
September 28, 2020
Medieval Monday #2 ~ SHADOW OF THE SWAN
Welcome back to another Medieval Monday! Our nature theme continues, and today I’m sharing Snippet #2 of my excerpt from Shadow of the Swan. Remember to visit Medieval Romance Lovers on Facebook to find other participating authors’ snippets. (#MedMonFall20)
For anyone unfamiliar with Shadow of the Swan, here’s the blurb:
Lady Constance de Bret was determined to be a nun, until shadows from the past eclipsed her present. Marriage is the safest option, but she insists on a spiritual union, in whi...
