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May 29, 2016
Last Glimpse of May Paranormal-Scope
Individuals have the opportunity to learn from the past and from those that came before us. Reflect and grow.
While I am not qualified in any way to read neither stars nor planets, I am intimately linked to the paranormal in the world in many ways. So are you.
The paranormal-scope is for entertainment purposes only and is not meant to guide your life by.
The week for:
Aries:
A vampire stands in the dark because they are afraid of the sun. Don’t be afraid. Stand where others can see you. It’s your time.
Taurus:
Dragons have an enormous roar. But there are the smaller sounds that matter now. Pay attention to those others don’t hear. You will learn amazing things.
Gemini:
Shapeshifters love to play. Find an exercise you will love doing and do it.
Cancer:
Werewolves are cuddly. A new friend is coming your way. Enjoy their company.
Leo:
Mermaids dance in the storm tossed waves. The storm is coming your way. Prepare!
Virgo:
Faeries dwell in enchanting places. Revitalize your dwelling with soothing colors and things you enjoy. Make your home a sanctuary for your heart.
Libra:
Elves are wise when it comes to an adventure. Planning is key. An adventure is headed your way.
Scorpio:
Pixies are mischievous. Loosen up and have fun with friends.
Sagittarius:
Goblins are genius with budgets. Review yours and tighten your finances.
Capricorn:
A gnome hands you a map. Start planning your trip now.
Aquarius:
Avoid zombies. Let them stare past you and walk on by. Engage with the living more. Revitalize your work and social life.
Pisces:
An elf has left you a gift. Keep your eyes open for the surprise coming your way.
-Susan
Susan Hanniford Crowley, Amazon Kindle Bestselling Author of Vampire Romance
www.susanhannifordcrowley.com
Where love burns eternal and whispers in the dark!
Vampire King of New York, Arnhem Knights of New York, Book 1 available in Kindle and Print and Nook and Print
Vampire in the Basement, Vampires in Manhattan, Book 4 available in Kindle.
Poseidon’s Catch (mythology romance) available in Kindle.
Mrs. Bright’s Tea Room (steampunk romance) available in Kindle.
A Vampire for Christmas,Vampires in Manhattan, Book 3 available in Kindle.
The Stormy Love Life of Laura Cordelais, Vampires in Manhattan, Book 2 available in Kindle and Print and Barnes and Noble Print
When Love , Vampires in Manhattan Book 1 available in Kindle and Print, Nook, Kobo and Smashwords.
Filed under: A Vampire for Christmas, Max Vander Meer, Norse, paranormal, paranormal romance, romance, romance novels, Susan Hanniford Crowley, The Stormy Love Life of Laura Cordelais, vampire books, Vampire David Hilliard, Vampire King of New York, Vampire King of New York In Print, Vampire Maximillion Vander Meer, vampires, Viking, Weekly Paranormal-Scope, Yule
Memorial Day – May 30, 2016
Soldiers National Monument at the center of Gettysburg National Cemetery.
Memorial Day started out as Decoration Day in 1868 to honor the Union military dead of the Civil War in the United States of America. The southern United States actually had a different day to honor their military dead and theirs was the first Memorial Day.
Over the years the days merged and Decoration Day became Memorial Day, a national holiday on the last Monday in May. On that day we honor those who have died in military service to the country. Years ago it started out by putting flowers on graves and that practice continues today in addition to adding flags.
It’s a time of reflection. Great sacrifices were made to preserve our liberty. We would not be what we are today without them.
-Susan
Susan Hanniford Crowley
Filed under: holiday traditions, Susan Hanniford Crowley
May 28, 2016
A Day of Remembrance: Memorial Day 2016
Memorial Day began after the Civil War as a specific day on which to remember those men who died on the Union side during the conflict. After World War II the day was changed to honor and remember the men and women who gave their lives in the service of the United States in any war.
The day is special in my family because my uncle, John Thomas Jackson was killed in Italy during World War II. He and his brothers served in almost all branches of the service. From the stories in our family John, also called “Peepsi,” was something of a daredevil. He was stationed in Italy and volunteered to go on a scouting mission outside of Salerno and was killed by a sniper. One of my cousins is named for him and my father informed me numerous times that I would had been named after him had I been a boy.
I’m sure if you have a member of your family who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country and our freedom, you’ll also be remembering them this Memorial Day.
Graves at Arlington Cemetery on Memorial Day. Photo is courtesy of Wikipedia and is in the public domain.
Filed under: Holidays, Jenna Jaxon
May 27, 2016
Memorial Day Weekend
I come from a military family. My dad served in the Navy for 20 years. My uncle served in the Army during World War II. For me, Memorial Day and the days that surround it are a time of reflection. A time to thank the men and women in the United States Armed Forces for protecting us and our liberty everyday. It’s also a time to remember those that served and died for us.
Thank you!
-Susan
Susan Hanniford Crowley, Amazon Kindle Bestselling Author of Vampire Romance
Filed under: Holiday Posts, paranormal, paranormal romance, romance novels, Susan Hanniford Crowley, vampire books, vampires, Writer's Life
May 26, 2016
Memorial Day Weekend by Stacy Hoff
To all my Passionate Readers on Memorial Day Weekend, I wish you a weekend of filled with relaxing walks on the beach, hours spent reading your favorite novels, and plenty of time at the picnic table (hopefully enjoying some awesome barbecue).
I also wish you a peaceful Memorial Day Monday. It is a chance to remember America’s fallen military men and women. It is an honor they deserve.
Lastly, I wish you quality time spent with family and friends. Nothing in life is more important than being with those we love.
Have a good Memorial Day weekend everyone.
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Filed under: A writer's life, Holiday, Stacy Hoff
May 25, 2016
My Weekend Fling by Heather Novak
Hello Conference Hangover!
The Chicago North RWA threw a SPECTACULAR conference this year called Spring Fling 2016! It was a chart topper for me. Close to home, full of authors I adored, as well as an awesome group of editors and agents (especially one in particular
May 24, 2016
Vacation… Here I come!
I’m burnt out, but honestly that seems to be the theme lately. Do more with less. Stretch, stretch, stretch. I’m studying and working and being a mom and studying and working and… you get the gist. In a way, it is interesting to see how focused one can become when they are so busy, but at the same time, you know that there is a timeline, a ticking clock so to speak on your happy productive mode.
So… I’ve planned an impromptu vacation. Is it the best time to take one? No, certainly not (I say this in a British accent as I steal from one of the common lines of one of my son’s bed time books), but then when is it? We are always busy and if we aren’t we create things for ourselves to do because we fell guilty we aren’t doing enough. I’m sure some therapist somewhere is nodding their head and has an explanation for this, but to me, it seems perfectly illogical.
I’ve written blogs before about being busy, needing to slow down, stopping to smell the flowers but do we (or I do it)? No, certainly not. I’m not sure slowing down is in our vocabulary. We need to be productive, we need to do, do, do. Why? The work will be there tomorrow, and the day after and the day after. And next thing we know, our lives have gone by and what do we have to say for ourselves. What are you proud of? Any of those busy bee accomplishments you’ve made? For some of us, I’d say yes but a lot of what we dedicate our time to is not always necessary.
My advice for this week? Be spontaneous, plan a vacation, take some time for you. Happy writing this week!
Filed under: A writer's life, romance, Toni Kelly
May 23, 2016
Deadlines! by Mandy Rosko
They creep up on you.
If you’re an artist or any sort of creator, I’d love to know what you do with your deadlines. To you responsibly stick with them and plan for them? Or are you like me and you push them back as far as possible until you’re kicking yourself by the end of the month?
Yeah, I did that to myself again. Writing for a publisher basically means that I need to hand in at least 100K words a month to be happy, and I can do it, I’ve done it and more plenty of times over, but I think it’s time I started slowing down on the side projects if I’m going to get any proper sleep.
And if I want to make time for those painting classes I’ve been desperately wanting
May 22, 2016
A Shapeshifter’s Paranormal-Scope
While I am not qualified in any way to read neither stars nor planets, I am intimately linked to the paranormal in the world in many ways. So are you.
The paranormal-scope is for entertainment purposes only and is not meant to guide your life by.
The week for:
Aries:
Bunny shifters love a world filled with flowers. Bring spring into your home with some flowers and plants.
Taurus:
Bear shifters have been awake and aware for some time now. Things are changing. Be prepared to change with them.
Gemini:
Moose shifters rule. New opportunities are coming your way. Be sure to bellow your thanks to all the right people.
Cancer:
Bat shifters like to pretend they are vampires. You can tell by their lack of style. It’s time to change up the professional wardrobe.
Leo:
Lion shifters have enormous emotional strength. Others will come to depend on you. Be their shoulder to cry on.
Virgo:
Otter shifters play all day. Are you getting in enough playtime? It’s good for your health.
Libra:
Butterfly shifters have extraordinary experiences. Another is coming your way. Seize the day and the adventure.
Scorpio:
There’s a new shifter in town. Learn about them in the company of others. Play your cards close to the vest.
Sagittarius:
A dog shifter is following you around. Are you walking around with extra treats? Get rid of those treats.
Capricorn:
A cat shifter rubs up against you. You are very loved. You will find the support you need.
Aquarius:
Cow shifters love a sunny day standing out in the field. You too will be recognized as outstanding in our field.
Pisces:
Tiger shifters rule the business jungle. Don’t be fooled. When going into meetings, bring your best game.
-Susan
Susan Hanniford Crowley, Amazon Kindle Bestselling Author of Vampire Romance
www.susanhannifordcrowley.com
Where love burns eternal and whispers in the dark!
Vampire King of New York, Arnhem Knights of New York, Book 1 available in Kindle and Print and Nook and Print
Vampire in the Basement, Vampires in Manhattan, Book 4 available in Kindle.
Poseidon’s Catch (mythology romance) available in Kindle.
Mrs. Bright’s Tea Room (steampunk romance) available in Kindle.
A Vampire for Christmas,Vampires in Manhattan, Book 3 available in Kindle.
The Stormy Love Life of Laura Cordelais, Vampires in Manhattan, Book 2 available in Kindle and Print and Barnes and Noble Print
When Love , Vampires in Manhattan Book 1 available in Kindle and Print, Nook, Kobo and Smashwords.
Filed under: A Vampire for Christmas, Max Vander Meer, Norse, paranormal, paranormal romance, romance, romance novels, Susan Hanniford Crowley, The Stormy Love Life of Laura Cordelais, vampire books, Vampire David Hilliard, Vampire King of New York, Vampire King of New York In Print, Vampire Maximillion Vander Meer, vampires, Viking, Weekly Paranormal-Scope, Yule
May 21, 2016
Writer’s Retreat 2016 by Jenna Jaxon
For the past week I’ve been on retreat with my local RWA chapter, Chesapeake Romance Writers. This year, for the first time, we rented a house at the Outer Banks, up in Corolla, and some of us—including yours truly—got to spend an entire week.
Living Room
The house was big, but on a floor-plan that put the kitchen and most writing spaces on the top floor.
Pool and Deck
There were three floors, the basement with a pool, hot tub, and pool table, the main bedroom floor, and then the upper floor with kitchen and two dining areas, plus decks on each floor and off some of the bedrooms.
There was even a Crow’s Nest.
The Crow’s Nest
View From the Crow’s Nest
The main focus, as always, is writing.
My main goal was to finish a Regency novella for inclusion in an upcoming boxed set to be released in July. I am happy to say that diligence has paid off and the first draft (and half the second) have been completed while I was down here.
My Main Writing Nook
My total counts as of the end of the conference were 103 pages: 63 typed, 40 hand written, including 28,568 words. The final count should be somewhere around 30K, although that will certainly vary as I know the final two chapters will need extensive revisions. Still, I cn say with satisfaction that I completed the first draft of Heart of Delight during my Writer’s Retreat.
We are already planning Writer’s Retreat 2017, so if anyone is interested and live near Virginia, come on down!
Filed under: Jenna Jaxon, Writer's life
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