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September 16, 2016
I like to make graphics
by Lorraine Bartlett / Lorna Barrett / L.L. Bartlett
I've written before about how I like to make graphics. I think they're fun, and usually I do them to either celebrate a National Day of ... or to plug my own or somebody else's books. For instance: today is National Stepfamily Day, and I made a graphic for my friend Tonya Thomas.
I've made them for the Chicks, too.
And, of course, I've made them for myself.
My question to you is ... does seeing these kinds of graphics influence you? Would you be interested in any of the books because of the graphics. I sure hope the answer is yes, but even if it's no, I'll probably still make them because it's fun.
I can't draw. Mr. L laughs hysterically at my attempts, but that's because he CAN draw, and paint, and make funny cartoons, and makes exquisite maps. My creative gifts just don't fit into that category. But, I can put together a graphic using different elements. How many elements do you think there are in the Telenia graphic above? Would it surprise you to know there are 8 different things going on?
the title
Meet Wren.
Never Underestimate the power of a woman with a loom.
the book cover
the photo of the witch.
the Tales of Telenia logo
my website URL
the black background
I find it fun to put all these elements together. And so I'll ask the question again: do these types of graphics influence you?
And here's a bonus graphic just because it amuses me. (Coming October 15th.)
I've written before about how I like to make graphics. I think they're fun, and usually I do them to either celebrate a National Day of ... or to plug my own or somebody else's books. For instance: today is National Stepfamily Day, and I made a graphic for my friend Tonya Thomas.
I've made them for the Chicks, too.
And, of course, I've made them for myself.
My question to you is ... does seeing these kinds of graphics influence you? Would you be interested in any of the books because of the graphics. I sure hope the answer is yes, but even if it's no, I'll probably still make them because it's fun.
I can't draw. Mr. L laughs hysterically at my attempts, but that's because he CAN draw, and paint, and make funny cartoons, and makes exquisite maps. My creative gifts just don't fit into that category. But, I can put together a graphic using different elements. How many elements do you think there are in the Telenia graphic above? Would it surprise you to know there are 8 different things going on?
the title
Meet Wren.
Never Underestimate the power of a woman with a loom.
the book cover
the photo of the witch.
the Tales of Telenia logo
my website URL
the black background
I find it fun to put all these elements together. And so I'll ask the question again: do these types of graphics influence you?
And here's a bonus graphic just because it amuses me. (Coming October 15th.)
September 14, 2016
My favorite fall recipe: Easy Roast Chicken With Apples
BY VICTORIA ABBOTT AKA MARY JANE AND VICTORIA MAFFINI
I am one of those who clings to summer and resists fall with everything I have. As the evenings start to be chilly and there’s a morning nip in the air, I have to face the music.
Today, I can feel it. I will come to accept that fall is coming and that's good. For one thing, my ragweed allergies will be gone with the second hard frost. But don't let me bore you with them.
The second reason is access to the farmers’ stands with fresh veggies and fruit that abound this time of year. We are on the rural edge of a city and we have lots of working farms here. Lucky us!
The strawberries are gone, but here come the apples and squash and so much more. We have tons of squash and tomato recipes. Looking at those apples reminded me of my favorite apple recipe.
It’s one of many great recipes from THE COZY CHICKS KITCHEN, second edition.
https://www.amazon.com/Cozy-Chicks-Kitchen/dp/1470199300
Pot Roasted Chicken with Apples
The apples give this dish an amazing taste!
1 4-pound chicken1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme or driedSalt and freshly ground pepper 2 tablespoons butter 2 apples, peeled and diced (about 2 cups) preferably Gala or Fuji – one of the sweeter varieties4 tablespoons cider vinegar ½ cup chicken stock 1 bay leaf Preheat oven to 350 F.
Sprinkle chicken with thyme, salt and pepper. Heat butter over medium high heat in a Dutch oven or ovenproof pot large enough to hold the chicken. Brown chicken on all sides, about 2 minutes a side, until golden. Remove chicken from pot. Add apples and sauté for 2 minutes or until lightly golden. Drain fat. Add cider vinegar, chicken stock and bay leaf and bring to boil. Return chicken to pot, cover and bake in the oven for 1 hour. Remove cover and bake another 15 minutes or until juices run clear. Cut chicken into 4 portions and serve with apples and sauce. Serves 4. That recipe will be enough to make me glad of the seasonal change!
All to say. I’ll just pull myself together, thank heavens for clear sinuses and head out happily to enjoy the bounty. I’ll love the trees too, but it’s too early to talk about them. Another day, my friends.
What about you? Are you dragged kicking and screaming into fall? Or do you love the brisk weather and the other joys the season can bring? Got a favorite fall recipe? Don't forget to let us know!
PS Also harvesting this fal: THE HAMMETT HEX, our fifth book collector mystery: ORDER IT HERE or wherever you buy your books!
Exercise is Killing me
I keep waiting for that burst of energy you get from exercising and it never comes. Never! I’m just pooped!
I read all the articles on the benefits of exercise, listened to my doc how cardio is great and makes you feel great and your heart will thank you.
Right now the only thanks is from Lisa Sansone for buying her walking tapes. I used to do Zumba but an hour of Zumba is a lot. I used to get in my car and have to wait a few minutes to scrape myself off the seat and drive home. And the Zumba schedule didn’t always fit into my schedule so I went CD. This works out better in that a half-hour doesn’t render me near death like an hour of Zumba. And I can take off my shirt at home when I get really hot and the cats don’t care though I think they do laugh a little at my fat jiggling around like Jello on a plate. This CD walking thing is just about the right time. I feel like I’m near just death from walking/jogging/kicking/knee-lifting and the like and the CD ends…thank the Lord! And I can do it at ten at night or whenever.
Some people can’t exercise at night as it gets them all pumped up. I wish. Exercise just makes me tired! I want to sleep! Like I said, none of that burst of energy stuff at all. I see people jogging around my neighborhood and they are smiling. Let me tell you, I NEVER smile when exercising. I frown and cuss and sweat like a roasted pig.
So what about you? Do you try and get some exercise in a few times a week? Do you have a gym membership? Have a fave CD to work out too? And do you get a burst of energy? If you do I am totally envious
September 12, 2016
Movie Time
by Maggie SeftonI've been catching up on current films that are in the neighborhood theatre or Cineplex. As I've mentioned many times on this blog, I just LOVE movies. As a storyteller by trade and desire, I find it relaxing and even nourishing to go into a large dark theatre and totally lose myself in some other storyteller's story. So, this week and another week, I'm going to give you folks a taste of the movies I've seen recently. Here we go-----
Ultimate Spy Action Adventurer, "Jason Bourne," takes another turn escaping a collection of Bad Guys, both foreign and domestic. I've always enjoyed the Jason Bourne movies because I adore Action Adventure flics. So, you won't find me in the "Chick Flics." ;) This film series never disappoints on delivering the action. Also, there are plenty of Car Chases for the fans who love that. And the Bad Guys never disappoint in their intricate plotting. So----if you like Action Adventure, folks, you'll enjoy this one.
Next up is one of those endearing little films that come along every now and then---"Florence Foster Jenkins." This film is about a dynamic female opera singer wannabe who is convinced of her "talent." Thus, she adores performing for an audience. Meryl Streep plays Florence with flair, and Hugh Grant plays her handsome supportive husband. The rest of the cast is equally first rate. You can tell they're all having a ball playing these characters.
Third is a witty and very funny animated film about what New York City pets do all day after their owners leave them alone. "The Secret Life of Pets." The actor voices for these pets are simply great. I especially love the adorable fluffy little white bunny who is a street gangster with Chris Rock's voice. Seeing/hearing his "bad street voice" coming out of this fluffy little bunny is too funny. Check them out if you like. Enjoy!
September 11, 2016
THE TUXEDO CAT IN THE WOODS
By Mary Kennedy
Oh no! Another stray cat? I seem to be a "stray cat magnet." That's how I ended up with 8 rescued cats and began what my husband calls "my expensive hobby." Like many cozy writers and cozy readers (!), I love cats, and there's something special about tuxedo cats. Lorraine Bartlett has an adorable tuxedo cat named Fred...
Leann Sweeney has sweet little Lynley...here he is as a kitten...
And here is Lynley present-day...
I have my tuxedo cat, a rescue (of course!) named Eliza. Eliza is the cat I rescued who "gifted me" with 5 kittens the day after I rescued her. "The gift that keeps on giving," as one of my friends wryly commented. Poor Eliza, it wasn't her fault she fell for a sweet-talking orange tabby. He was so charming and he promised her everything. He told her he'd love her forever (she didn't know he had a wife and three kittens in Maryland, but that's another story.)
And Toni Lo Tempio has her own in-house book reviewer, her tuxedo cat, Rocco. You really must sign up for Rocco's reviews, they are always entertaining and he loves mysteries. You can find him at Cats, Books and more Cats! (and I'm very happy to be featured there.) https://catsbooksmorecats.blogspot.com/2016/09/welcome-mary-kennedy.html?showComment=1473474280973#c3748750684452142215
And now, my latest stray cat. I live at the edge of a state park and noticed this tuxedo cat darting into the woods a couple of days ago. I'm sure he's homeless, he's very skittish, I can't approach him and he turns tail and flees if I try to approach him. Last night, I saw him foraging in some garbage cans left at the edge of the street. I startled him and he fled to the woods. I went home, got a water bottle, a bowl, a plate, some Meow Mix and headed right back there. I have no idea if he was watching me from the woods, (or if he even found the food and water) but I just had to do something! The poor little guy, it's 95 degrees here today, he won't survive without food or water. I checked this morning and the food was gone and the water was nearly gone. But I noticed the water was a bit of a mess and I wondered if a raccoon had gotten it. When raccoons eat, they wash their food in water, and it always leaves debris in the bowl. Not sure what the answer is. No one in the neighborhood seems to own him and I'm afraid it is going to be difficult to socialize him. If I can't lure him out with food and treats, I'll eventually have to trap him, as I did the others. I'll keep you posted about my progress with this little guy, if anyone has any suggestions I'd be grateful!! Mary Kennedy
Oh no! Another stray cat? I seem to be a "stray cat magnet." That's how I ended up with 8 rescued cats and began what my husband calls "my expensive hobby." Like many cozy writers and cozy readers (!), I love cats, and there's something special about tuxedo cats. Lorraine Bartlett has an adorable tuxedo cat named Fred...
Leann Sweeney has sweet little Lynley...here he is as a kitten...
And here is Lynley present-day...
I have my tuxedo cat, a rescue (of course!) named Eliza. Eliza is the cat I rescued who "gifted me" with 5 kittens the day after I rescued her. "The gift that keeps on giving," as one of my friends wryly commented. Poor Eliza, it wasn't her fault she fell for a sweet-talking orange tabby. He was so charming and he promised her everything. He told her he'd love her forever (she didn't know he had a wife and three kittens in Maryland, but that's another story.)
And Toni Lo Tempio has her own in-house book reviewer, her tuxedo cat, Rocco. You really must sign up for Rocco's reviews, they are always entertaining and he loves mysteries. You can find him at Cats, Books and more Cats! (and I'm very happy to be featured there.) https://catsbooksmorecats.blogspot.com/2016/09/welcome-mary-kennedy.html?showComment=1473474280973#c3748750684452142215
And now, my latest stray cat. I live at the edge of a state park and noticed this tuxedo cat darting into the woods a couple of days ago. I'm sure he's homeless, he's very skittish, I can't approach him and he turns tail and flees if I try to approach him. Last night, I saw him foraging in some garbage cans left at the edge of the street. I startled him and he fled to the woods. I went home, got a water bottle, a bowl, a plate, some Meow Mix and headed right back there. I have no idea if he was watching me from the woods, (or if he even found the food and water) but I just had to do something! The poor little guy, it's 95 degrees here today, he won't survive without food or water. I checked this morning and the food was gone and the water was nearly gone. But I noticed the water was a bit of a mess and I wondered if a raccoon had gotten it. When raccoons eat, they wash their food in water, and it always leaves debris in the bowl. Not sure what the answer is. No one in the neighborhood seems to own him and I'm afraid it is going to be difficult to socialize him. If I can't lure him out with food and treats, I'll eventually have to trap him, as I did the others. I'll keep you posted about my progress with this little guy, if anyone has any suggestions I'd be grateful!! Mary Kennedy
September 9, 2016
Hummingbirds, friendship, and texting
by Lorraine Bartlett / Lorna Barrett / L.L. Bartlett
You know it's really fall when the hummingbirds leave. Usually, they leave Labor Day Weekend. I don't know if it's the quality of the light or the shorter days, or just a hint of a nip in the air, but usually they vamoose.
This year ... they're still hanging in there. Okay, maybe just one little guy, who sits in the lilac tree looking all around to make sure nobody gets his "stash" -- the sugar water in the feeder I hang from late April until mid-September (just in case they hang around a little longer...like this year). But soon he'll be gone, too.
When I started my second Blythe Cove Manor story, A Final Gift (still not fond of that title), I had no idea I'd be writing about hummingbirds. They just kind of showed up--and stayed through the whole story.
But unlike hummingbirds, that seem very territorial (and seem to want to kill each other to keep another of their species away from the food source), my story is, at its core, about friendship.
What a rare commodity these days. It seems like people are much more interested in texting than actually speaking to one another. I'm sure you've been in a restaurant and seen two to four people sitting at a table with their heads bent over their phones, not paying attention to each other, flipping through their apps, their emails, and texting.
My brother recently came back from a cruise. He said during the shuttle ride from the cruise terminal to the airport he saw way too many near misses on I-95 and just bout everybody seemed to have a phone in their hands.
Will young people ever learn the fine art of conversation? What about face-to-face friendship? Will that be a lost art, too?
My wish is that more and more people would put the phone down and go back to actually listening. I may as well wish on a falling star.
BTW, if you're interested in reading A Final Gift, you can get it on ...
Kindle US | Kindle Worldwide | iBooks | Nook | Kobo | Smashwords
Now, please tell me you'll put your phone down for just a little while..
You know it's really fall when the hummingbirds leave. Usually, they leave Labor Day Weekend. I don't know if it's the quality of the light or the shorter days, or just a hint of a nip in the air, but usually they vamoose.This year ... they're still hanging in there. Okay, maybe just one little guy, who sits in the lilac tree looking all around to make sure nobody gets his "stash" -- the sugar water in the feeder I hang from late April until mid-September (just in case they hang around a little longer...like this year). But soon he'll be gone, too.
When I started my second Blythe Cove Manor story, A Final Gift (still not fond of that title), I had no idea I'd be writing about hummingbirds. They just kind of showed up--and stayed through the whole story.But unlike hummingbirds, that seem very territorial (and seem to want to kill each other to keep another of their species away from the food source), my story is, at its core, about friendship.
What a rare commodity these days. It seems like people are much more interested in texting than actually speaking to one another. I'm sure you've been in a restaurant and seen two to four people sitting at a table with their heads bent over their phones, not paying attention to each other, flipping through their apps, their emails, and texting.
My brother recently came back from a cruise. He said during the shuttle ride from the cruise terminal to the airport he saw way too many near misses on I-95 and just bout everybody seemed to have a phone in their hands.Will young people ever learn the fine art of conversation? What about face-to-face friendship? Will that be a lost art, too?
My wish is that more and more people would put the phone down and go back to actually listening. I may as well wish on a falling star.
BTW, if you're interested in reading A Final Gift, you can get it on ...
Kindle US | Kindle Worldwide | iBooks | Nook | Kobo | Smashwords
Now, please tell me you'll put your phone down for just a little while..
September 7, 2016
A LOVE SONG TO BOOK CLUBS
By Mary Jane Maffini aka half of Victoria Abbott
Today I am thrilled to be visiting another book club, the first of two this month. The invitation came ages ago and I’ve been asked to talk about all four of my series. This in itself makes me very happy! All my ‘kids’ get an outing: I'll bring at least the first in each series. So that's The Camilla MacPhee books, The Fiona Silk capers, The Charlotte Adams organizer mysteries and the book collector mysteries that I write as half of Victoria Abbott.
Meet grouchy lawyer Camilla MacPhee!
I’m inserting some covers so you can feel you were there too.
There seem to be a million variations on book clubs. There may be dozens of members or only a handful. There may be one book or a variety. At my own book club everyone reads and discusses the same book, chosen well ahead. It is a very organized, fun and tasty monthly event. We have all become close friends over the years, something that happens at many book clubs. Other clubs may be more formal or more casual, whatever suits the members. They may read classics only. They may read cozies only. They make their own rules.
Three things you can count on: Book club members love books. They will be very interested in how the author works. And they will have food (often wine, as well!)
Today’s group says that they will keep me busy. As I make up things for a living, I am looking forward to that.
I'll talk about how, where and why I write and share some secrets of the craft.
Other book club variations: Will everyone have bought a book? Will they want them signed? They do make great gifts. Will they all have borrowed it from the library and shared it around? Will there be food? Will it be finger foods or a sit-down dinner? What about chocolate?
Lament For A Lounge Lizard introduces failed romance writer, Fiona Silk to those who like a bit of humor in mysteries.
My own book club has only one rule: there must be chocolate, provided by the hostess. Here’s what I served the last time we got together for a casual event:dark and white chocolate chip brownies baked in a cast-iron skillet.
I look forward to finding out about today’s set-up. I can’t wait to meet these women (usually, but not always, book clubs are made up of reading women). Suspense is the order of the day.
I have met many wonderful people over the years at book clubs. It’s been the start of on-going relationships with some readers. For an author, readers are incredibly important. You are why we write our stories. Without readers, the stories can’t really be truly ‘fulfilled’.
The Charlotte Adams mysteries combine sleuthing with organizing tips!
All to say, I am looking forward to it. Book clubs members are unfailingly polite. With the author present, they may have tons of questions, but they don’t ‘critique’ the books. They are always intensely curious about the writing process and the author can take them behind the scenes.
I usually do a number of in-person book clubs in our area every year. It gives me a boost and is lots of fun. I also enjoy the occasional SKYPE book club. It’s not quite as relaxed and natural, but it’s a great way to connect with people wherever they are. I am still in touch with many terrific people from SKYPE book meetings. Every now and then, there’s a special invitation to a book club hours away. One great adventure was the Killer Coffee Book Club in Ithaca, New York, courtesy of my wonderful friend Nikki Bonanni. I was given food, accommodatio, a tour of the poison garden and treated like a queen. I have not forgotten and now I have an invitation to return!
The first book collector mystery introduced Jordan Bingham and her crooked uncles as well as a lot of book collecting fun!
So enough about my excitement, what about you? Are you part of a book club? If yes, do you enjoy
it? If no, is it something you’d love to take part in?
What kind of book club would you want to belong to? You know we love to hear from you. Chocolate, anyone?
Today I am thrilled to be visiting another book club, the first of two this month. The invitation came ages ago and I’ve been asked to talk about all four of my series. This in itself makes me very happy! All my ‘kids’ get an outing: I'll bring at least the first in each series. So that's The Camilla MacPhee books, The Fiona Silk capers, The Charlotte Adams organizer mysteries and the book collector mysteries that I write as half of Victoria Abbott.
Meet grouchy lawyer Camilla MacPhee!I’m inserting some covers so you can feel you were there too.
There seem to be a million variations on book clubs. There may be dozens of members or only a handful. There may be one book or a variety. At my own book club everyone reads and discusses the same book, chosen well ahead. It is a very organized, fun and tasty monthly event. We have all become close friends over the years, something that happens at many book clubs. Other clubs may be more formal or more casual, whatever suits the members. They may read classics only. They may read cozies only. They make their own rules.
Three things you can count on: Book club members love books. They will be very interested in how the author works. And they will have food (often wine, as well!)
Today’s group says that they will keep me busy. As I make up things for a living, I am looking forward to that.
I'll talk about how, where and why I write and share some secrets of the craft.
Other book club variations: Will everyone have bought a book? Will they want them signed? They do make great gifts. Will they all have borrowed it from the library and shared it around? Will there be food? Will it be finger foods or a sit-down dinner? What about chocolate?
Lament For A Lounge Lizard introduces failed romance writer, Fiona Silk to those who like a bit of humor in mysteries.My own book club has only one rule: there must be chocolate, provided by the hostess. Here’s what I served the last time we got together for a casual event:dark and white chocolate chip brownies baked in a cast-iron skillet.
I look forward to finding out about today’s set-up. I can’t wait to meet these women (usually, but not always, book clubs are made up of reading women). Suspense is the order of the day.
I have met many wonderful people over the years at book clubs. It’s been the start of on-going relationships with some readers. For an author, readers are incredibly important. You are why we write our stories. Without readers, the stories can’t really be truly ‘fulfilled’.
The Charlotte Adams mysteries combine sleuthing with organizing tips! All to say, I am looking forward to it. Book clubs members are unfailingly polite. With the author present, they may have tons of questions, but they don’t ‘critique’ the books. They are always intensely curious about the writing process and the author can take them behind the scenes.
I usually do a number of in-person book clubs in our area every year. It gives me a boost and is lots of fun. I also enjoy the occasional SKYPE book club. It’s not quite as relaxed and natural, but it’s a great way to connect with people wherever they are. I am still in touch with many terrific people from SKYPE book meetings. Every now and then, there’s a special invitation to a book club hours away. One great adventure was the Killer Coffee Book Club in Ithaca, New York, courtesy of my wonderful friend Nikki Bonanni. I was given food, accommodatio, a tour of the poison garden and treated like a queen. I have not forgotten and now I have an invitation to return!
The first book collector mystery introduced Jordan Bingham and her crooked uncles as well as a lot of book collecting fun! So enough about my excitement, what about you? Are you part of a book club? If yes, do you enjoy
it? If no, is it something you’d love to take part in?
What kind of book club would you want to belong to? You know we love to hear from you. Chocolate, anyone?
September 6, 2016
Never Write a Blog When You’re Hungry...
Okay, it’s official! Today is National Salami Day. I know, I know that processed meat stuff is just terrible for you. All those preservatives and a lord-knows what else smooshed together in a skin and dried. That recipe sounds pretty terrible but I just can’t help it...I love the stuff!
Maybe because I’m part Italian and Salami is considered the fifth food-group in Italy (we all know gelato is the first food group followed by espresso then vino then pasta or maybe it’s the other way around)
Salami and pepperoni are fantastic! Add a slice of provolone cheese on a hunk of Italian bread and I’m in hog heaven. Of course there are other sausages from other nationalities out there that are amazing. What about kielbasa? It is so delish and what about andouille? The andouille is a little spicy but toss it in with something else for zing and its perfect. Of course there are brats and metts that are the best when grilled
and pork sausage for breakfast can’t be beat. Yummmm.So now you’re probably wondering what in the world happened go poor Duffy to get her to go off on sausage?
Well, it’s like this, it’s nearly midnight when I’m writing this blog and I’m hungry and the only thing in the fridge is yogurt. Yogurt is fine but I’m really hungry and having visions of sausage. I think it also might be a result of watching two cooking shows back to back. Cooking shows always make me hungry.
So what about you? Are you a Salami fan? Pepperoni? Do cooking shows make you hungry and start dreaming of food at midnight?
Summer's Goodbye Holiday
by Maggie Sefton
I hope everyone had a wonderful Labor Day 3-day weekend holiday whatever your preference: action/adventure lovers, I hope you got to explore some wild or wilderness corner of our grand diverse countryside spread all over. To lovers of quiet and solitary escapes: I hope you had an entire 3 days of solitude and peaceful pursuits, be it reading in a comfy armchair or hiking through a new forested trail. And, to lovers of gathering together with friends or relatives/acquaintances/whatever, I hope you had an entire weekend of lively talk and good food sprinkled with as many or as little get-togethers to make it special.
And, for you booklovers who spent the long weekend reading or those of you who've returned to regular routines today, Tuesday, I hope you check out my SPOTLIGHT on Saturday where I featured an excerpt from DEADLY POLITICS. My characters always prefer to show up in person and introduce themselves to new readers. So on Saturday I included a section of that novel which spotlighted the lead character Molly Malone. She's one of my favorites. I hope all of you will take the time to check out the novel and meet Molly yourselves. So, I'm referring you to Saturday's Spotlight for Molly Malone. Take a look and meet Molly.
I hope everyone had a wonderful Labor Day 3-day weekend holiday whatever your preference: action/adventure lovers, I hope you got to explore some wild or wilderness corner of our grand diverse countryside spread all over. To lovers of quiet and solitary escapes: I hope you had an entire 3 days of solitude and peaceful pursuits, be it reading in a comfy armchair or hiking through a new forested trail. And, to lovers of gathering together with friends or relatives/acquaintances/whatever, I hope you had an entire weekend of lively talk and good food sprinkled with as many or as little get-togethers to make it special.
And, for you booklovers who spent the long weekend reading or those of you who've returned to regular routines today, Tuesday, I hope you check out my SPOTLIGHT on Saturday where I featured an excerpt from DEADLY POLITICS. My characters always prefer to show up in person and introduce themselves to new readers. So on Saturday I included a section of that novel which spotlighted the lead character Molly Malone. She's one of my favorites. I hope all of you will take the time to check out the novel and meet Molly yourselves. So, I'm referring you to Saturday's Spotlight for Molly Malone. Take a look and meet Molly.
September 4, 2016
HAPPY LABOR DAY!
HAPPY LABOR DAY FROM THE COZY CHICKS! HOPE EVERYONE IS ENJOYING THE DAY WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
