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March 23, 2025
English WTF – part 1 (OUGH)
I admire anyone who can speak more than one language. And I admire anyone who learns English as second (or third) language, because, frankly English is a mess.
We have elements of Danish, Norman French, Celtic, Germanic, Latin, and a whole host of other influences. Not to mention the Great Vowel Shift (see article)…and the wonky spelling scribes gave to things….
Many people struggle with spelling, and let’s face it English makes no sense. We like to take a set of letters, then make them sound, well, however we damn well like…
Ah yes, spelling….you have to chuckle because… English takes spelling vs pronunciation and beats it until it gives up and hides in the corner.
Let’s start with a fun combination of letters OUGH.
THOUGHT – an idea or opinion produced by thinking, or occurring suddenly in the mind:
sounds like – taut, (or taught- and that’s a whole load of confusion in itself), court, or caught… Simplistically ORT.
Example: I thought it was going to rain.
The thought went through my head
OUGHT – used to indicate correctness or action
Sounds like taut, taught, court, caught etc
Example: I ought to take my umbrella.
She ought to have known better
THROUGH – movement from one side to the other, or following an action to completion.
Sounds like threw (obviously – English, some of the letters are the same…), you, chew, grey, hew, Hugh, drew.
Example: Hugh followed through the plan to its completion
DOUGH – a mixture of flour and water used to make bread or cake.
Sounds like sow (as in to sow crops, not sow a female pig – because English). Or crow, or doe, or throw…
Example: I used the dough to make a cake.
ROUGH – having an uneven surface, incomplete, or an uncouth, unrefined person
Sounds like ruff, huff, gruff
Example: The draft proposal was very rough.
The woollen jumper was rough.
BOUGH – The branch of a tree
Sounds like bow (as in the archery weapon or ‘bow tie’, not bow as in taking a bow, or the front of a ship… because English…
Example: The bough of the tree would make a great longbow.
COUGH – the expelling of sudden air from the lungs (often due to illness)
Sounds like Coff, off, trough (as in a drinking trough), froth.
Example: I had a nasty cough and was awake all through the night.
BOROUGH – a town which is an administrative unit.
Sounds like burra, not burrow
Example: The London Borough of Hammersmith
DROUGHT – the long-term absence of rain in an area
Sounds like out, tout, rout
Example: The long summer brought a drought to many areas. There has been a drought in the desert for many years.
TOUGH – a strong substance or person, able to withstand outside influences.
Sounds like tuff, cuff.
Example: The last few years have been tough.
NOUGHT – nothing, zero.
Rhymes with court, caught, sort, sought (sigh…English)
Example: Nought but ashes remained.
SOUGHT– past participle of seek – to want, search etc
sounds like sort, taught, taut.
Example: The new fashion was much sought after.
FURLOUGH – temporary suspension of workers due to economic or social conditions.
sounds like fur -low.
Example: During the pandemic, many workers were placed on furlough.
BOUGHT – past participle of buy. To have acquired an item for money.
sounds like Bort, court, caught etc.
Example: I bought doughnuts at the bakery.
PLOUGH (UK spelling of plow) – a large farming implement used to till the earth.
A constellation.
Sounds like with cow, ow, plow, now
Example: The farmer ploughed her field.
The council sent out the snowplough.
ALTHOUGH – in spite of the fact, even though.
sounds like ‘all tho’
Example: Although the sun was shining the weather was cold.
DOUGHTY – Brave and persistent.
Sounds like ‘dowty’ (not doe-ty or duffty).
Example: The doughty old woman persevered despite her disability.
The doughty soldiers held the line.
ENOUGH – as much as is required
sounds like E-Nuff – tough, rough, huff
Example: Enough is enough. There was not enough money to go around.
SLOUGH – the shedding of dead skin, such as that on a snake, or the falling of earth into a hole.
Sounds like sluff, rough, tough…
Example: The snake sloughed its skin.
Incidentally there’s a town in England called Slough – pronounced /slaʊ/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slough
Because English WTF!
How many words English words have OUGH in them?
Words with OUGH in them…
March 16, 2025
What is the Secret of Blossom Rise?
When a young nurse takes a job at an old military hospital she finds the answers to an old family question – what is the secret of Blossom Rise Hospital? Who is the long-dead man who walks the grounds?
#Ebook #Audiobook #Paranormal #Ghoststory
March 11, 2025
The Always and Forever Trilogy – Blog Blitz #Timetravel #HistoricalMystery #Suspense
Will you defyyour past… or be consumed by it?
Beneath theShadow of Time
Always andForever Book 3
by Vera Bell
Genre: TimeTravel Romantic Suspense, Historical Mystery
In this rivetingconclusion to the Always and Forever trilogy, Ryan’sclassified new case awakens Siena’s greatest fears. As shadows of the pastdeepen and close in, only Ryan’s fulfillment of his ancient sacred vow candispel them.
1566, ULSTER, IRELAND. Neave lives in fear as Queen Elizabeth’sobscene bounty on Aedan’s head turns him into a target. Undeterred, Aedanenlists his allies, the Antrim Scots, in his relentless fight to free Irelandfrom English rule. But when greed and treachery hide in plain sight, nothing isas it seems. After Aedan’s plans crumble in a shocking twist, he makes a solemnoath to heartbroken Neave—one he may have to honor in another lifetime.
2013, MIAMI, FL. When Siena discovers the truth about Ryan’s newcase and their tragic past life, she realizes he is in mortal danger.Tormented, she begs him to quit, but Ryan is determined despite an inner voiceurging him to do right by her. Unwilling to be sidetracked, he resolves to dealwith it later and on his own terms. But when a ruthless cartel takes Ryanhostage, he just might run out of time.
Will Ryan uphold his vow to Siena, or are they destined for disaster… again?
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Always andForever Book 2
In thisgripping sequel to the award-winning novel, Through the Veneer of Time,echoes of Siena’s past life lure her into a shocking indiscretion thatthreatens to destroy her marriage. She alone can undo the damage, but thischilling revelation is only the beginning of her battle.
1564, ULSTER, IRELAND. After Aedan’s diplomatic visit to QueenElizabeth’s court results in his compulsory divorce and arranged marriage,Neave’s violent unraveling drives her into another man’s arms. But in seekingrevenge, Neave falls into a perfect trap set by Aedan’s enemy. By the time shelearns the truth, it’s too late to undo the damage to Aedan, herself, and thehard-won peace in Ulster. When despair makes her reckless, the price will be alifetime of infamy, confinement, and isolation from what Neave treasuresmost—Aedan and her son.
2011, WASHINGTON D.C./DALLAS, TX. It seems like a reasonableplan—Siena finishing her final mural in D.C. while Ryan starts his new job inDallas. But when Siena meets Ryan’s new FBI partner, an inexplicable fit ofjealousy sends her on a downward spiral. To make matters worse, the presentmirrors the past when her visions take a startling turn. Consumed byinsecurities, Siena takes a drastic step, which proves a catastrophic lapse injudgment. When her self-fulfilling prophecy unfolds in a devastating inversionof the past, Siena’s actions could cost her the two people she most fears tolose—Ryan and their baby.
Will Siena and Ryan beat their disastrous odds, or is their marriageforedoomed?
If you love time travel romance with dark undertones, as well as elements ofdomestic suspense, psychosexual thriller, reincarnation, and a touch of magic,don’t miss the second installment of the Always and Forever trilogy!
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— Jodi Jensen, Author of Sophie’s Key
“Bell had me feeling ‘all the feels’ as I feverishly turned eachpage.”
— Five Star Review from Reader Views
“Vera’s brilliant storytelling comes out in full force again in thisexceptional sequel.”
— The Bookish Historian Book Reviews
“It’s literally taking me a few days to finally come down from therollercoaster. (I mean that in the best way).”
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“BEWARE… this book will leave you with an awful hangover and thinkingabout it for days long after you’ve finished.”
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“Bell’s vision is imaginative, sexy, and sweeping. The author offers adistinctive voice for the two time periods (and) populates the novel withcomplex and flawed characters.”
— BookLife Prize by Publishers Weekly
“Not only a satisfying continuation of Siena’s growth process, but astory that simmers with intrigue, passion, historical insights, and thoroughlyengrossing revelations.”
— D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
Through theVeneer of Time
Always andForever Book 1
For fans ofDiana Gabaldon and Susanna Kearsley comes a riveting new tale of time traveland romantic suspense: A haunted painter’s past life visions are not thecreative inspiration they seemed. They’re a harbinger of her ancient revengevow, and her FBI husband won’t find the serial killer until she fulfills it.But it may already be too late.
1559, ULSTER, IRELAND. When a young noblewoman Neave McConway wedsthe newly elected King of Tyrone, Aedan O’Neal, the couple’s rare union of loveand passion becomes the talk of the region. But Aedan’s bold rule and fiercedefiance of the English crown threaten his powerful enemies, and they’ll stopat nothing to crush his growing influence. After Aedan rides off to fightagainst the English occupiers, Neave suffers a shocking attack that willforever alter both their lives — as well as the lives they have not yet lived.
2009, WASHINGTON, D.C. While mural artist Siena Forte battles acreative block, her FBI husband Ryan Casey struggles with a serial killer case.When research leads Siena to the practice of Past Life Regression, she stumblesupon irresistible inspiration. But after her art exposes her to a viciousancient adversary, she discovers the true reason for her past life visions.They’re a harbinger of her centuries-old revenge vow, and the serial killercan’t be stopped until she fulfills it. But there is another person from thepast with unfinished business—her husband.
Will Siena and Ryan settle their long-overdue score, or will the past repeatitself in a chilling parallel?
If you love time travel romance with elements of reincarnation, suspense,mystery, fantasy, and a touch of magic, don’t miss this thrilling read!
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— Highly Recommended Award of Excellence from The Historical Fiction Company
“The intricate and creative plot is one you will not want to miss.Anxiously awaiting book two.”
— Five Star Review from Reader Views
“Vera Bell’s novel successfully combines historical fiction, romance,and a contemporary thriller. “
— Historical Novel Society
“Past and present lives collide in Vera Bell’s hauntingly beautifuldebut. A sexy, sensuous tale.”
— Julie McElwain, national award-winning journalist and author of AMurder in Time
“Bell mixes romance, mystery, and history to take the reader onan adventure across centuries.”
— BookLife Prize by Publishers Weekly
“Against the backdrop of love, hate, and a killer’s threat lies theattraction of a thriller’s fast pace and heated twists.”
— D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
Vera Bell is aGeorgia Author of the Year nominee and the award-winning author of the“Always and Forever” trilogy, set in sixteenth-century Ireland andpresent-day United States. Book One, “Through the Veneer of Time,” is her debutnovel. She wrote it after trying past life regression and finding herselfimmersed in a world so captivating, she couldn’t let it go. A former commercialartist, she lives in Atlanta with her husband, two teenagers, and one fur baby.Her favorite place to write is on her porch, overlooking a pond lined withriver birches and magnolias. The topics she never tires of are bygone eras, ouruniversal human condition, and love that transcends time and space.
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March 9, 2025
Excerpt Sunday – Heroika: Skirmishers #Fantasy #HistoricalFantasy
Excerpt from Old Gold – written by A. L. Butcher for Heroika: Skirmishers
Moira raised her sword—the weapon felt strange in her hands. She was not a warrior, she’d never taken a life but, somehow, it felt right. Under normal circumstances this battle would be no fair fight; normality had been left at the door. The weapon glowed, and she stared at it, the part which was still Moira nearly dropped the weapon in shock. This was the Fire of the Old God, His magic, coursing through her, unbidden, inexorable. Before her brain had a chance to intervene her arm thrust forward, sword swinging at the Knight-Priest. Dark tendrils spat out; deadly, each one weaved towards her foe like stalking serpents. Moira gaped at them, unexpected and arcane. The Old God’s weapons were many and varied, so the stories told. Maybe this was His magic. Confusion and loss fought vengeance and honour; which was which and who would win was far from clear.
Fire, golden and searing flowed along Jacob’s blade. He’d cast down many a witch, many an unbeliever and this mad woman would be no different. Fire cleansed, fire purged. Blood purified. Sparks leapt hither and thither, lighting the dark tomb and bringing Arun’s Light. The New God’s weapons were many and varied, so the stories told. Jacob knew this was His magic and it coursed through him, relentless. Righteousness and honour fought vengeance and confusion.
Magic fought magic and god fought god in the tomb of a god once mortal. Mortal fought mortal in the tomb of a god once man. Blood spilt, crimson, dripping, flowing, cleansing. The tomb began to hum, rising with a cacophony of song. Deafening came the sound, forcing Mordicae, Tebat and Freetha to their knees once more. Jacob and Moira danced their deadly dance of battle; a duet which would end in but one winner, and possibly not even that.
Moira staggered back, her flesh burned and seared; the Fire of Arun coating blade and body. Almost naked save the tattered cloak, her blistered and blackened skin filled the tomb with an awful stench, even more pervasive than the stink of death. Yet still she fought, or something did. Jacob slid on his own blood, tendrils of magic flaying him like a whip. His skin hung in shreds and pain racked his body. Yet still he fought, or something did.
Book bio “Summon the Skirmishers to their eternal purpose, to face a foe who must be opposed at all cost. Gird yourself and join the brotherhood of ‘do or die’
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March 7, 2025
Check out the Legacy of The Mask Series
Award-winning #historicalfantasy based on the #PhantomoftheOpera.
Echoes of a Song:
A dozen tumultuous years after the dramatic events at the Paris Opera House Raoul, Comte de Chagny is still haunted by the mysterious Opera Ghost – the creature of legend who held staff at the Opera House under his thrall, kidnapped Raoul’s lover and murdered his brother. In Raoul’s troubled imagination the ghosts of the past are everywhere, and strange and powerful music still calls in his dreams.
Madness, obsession and the legacy of the past weave their spell in this short, tragic tale based on the Phantom of the Opera.
Best fantasy 2019 on reviewer site NN Light Book Heaven!
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Tears and Crimson Velvet
Madame Giry finds herself embroiled in the tragedy unfolding at the Opera house; mystery and murder stalk the corridors and, it is said, a ghost haunts the place. Giry knows the truth, for she recalls the caged man she met so many years ago. This is her story, their story.
When murder and mystery begin at the Opera House one woman knows who is behind it, and what really lies beneath the mask. Secrets, lies and tragedy sing a powerful song in this ‘might have been’ tale.
Winner of the 2020 Best Short Story award on NNLight Book Heaven
A short, tragic tale based on characters from Phantom of the Opera.
A Legacy of the Mask Tale.
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What is the Secret of Blossom Rise?
When a young nurse takes a job at an old military hospital she finds the answers to an old family question – what is the secret of Blossom Rise Hospital? Who is the long-dead man who walks the grounds?
#Ebook #Audiobook #Paranormal #Ghoststory
March 4, 2025
Release Blitz – One Night Hand Stand #Romance #RomCom
ONE NIGHT HAND STAND
(Get What You Need, Book 1)
Author: Julia Kent
Release Date: March 4, 2025
Genre: Romantic Comedy, Contemporary Romance
Cover Designer: Qamber Designs
Audiobook Narrators: Samantha Brentmoor, Shane East
Tropes/Themes: One night stand, enemies to lovers, mistaken identity, cross-purposes, opposites attract, love at first sight, workplace romance, romantic comedy
Release blitz organized by Writer Marketing Services.
Retailer Description:
Who accidentally has a one-night stand with her yoga instructor?
Yep. Me.
How did I accidentally sleep with someone, right? I know what you’re thinking. Whoops! I slipped and inadvertently inserted Tab A into Slot B.
That’s not quite how it went.
But my yoga instructor is really, really skilled with Tab A, if you know what I mean.
Slot B never had it so good.
What am I supposed to do now, as I walk into my yoga class and find the guy I ghosted this morning… there, in front of the class, perfectly aligned and grinning at me like he remembers touching all my chakras.
He’s perfect. Too perfect. He’s so perfect he’s ruining my job.
I’m an investigative reporter, working on spec for an article for a national magazine, and my job is to find all the ways this yoga chain is corrupt.
The only thing criminal here is that I can’t have him in Slot B ever again. And I would. I’d turn myself into a paper doll book if that’s what it took for more of that action.
I want him. He wants me. Nothing I do will make him back off because the chemistry is off the charts.
Except for one pesky little thing:
We’re at cross-purposes.
I need my exposé to get the job of my dreams. He needs to sell his stake in the yoga chain before I expose the corrupt current owner.
That makes him my enemy. My nemesis. The guy I have to get around to get ahead.
And now we’re supposed to hate each other.
But who ever let that get in the way of love?
Short Description:
What am I supposed to do now, as I walk into my yoga class and find the guy I ghosted this morning… there, in front of the class, perfectly aligned and grinning at me like he remembers touching all my chakras.
He’s perfect. Too perfect. He’s so perfect he’s ruining my job.
One Line Description:
What am I supposed to do now, as I walk into my yoga class and find the guy I ghosted this morning… there, in front of the class, perfectly aligned and grinning at me like he remembers touching all my chakras – He’s perfect, too perfect, so perfect he’s ruining my job.
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iTunes: COMING SOON
Author Bio:
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Julia Kent writes romantic comedy with an edge. Since 2013, she has sold more than 2 million books, with 4 New York Times bestsellers and more than 21 appearances on the USA Today bestseller list. Her books have been translated into French, German, and Italian, with more titles releasing in the future.
From billionaires to BBWs to new adult rock stars, Julia finds a sensual, goofy joy in every contemporary romance she writes. Unlike Shannon from Shopping for a Billionaire, she did not meet her husband after dropping her phone in a men’s room toilet (and he isn’t a billionaire she met in a romantic comedy).
She lives in New England with her husband and three children where she is the only person in the household with the gene required to change empty toilet paper rolls.
She loves to hear from her readers by email at julia@jkentauthor.com, on Twitter @jkentauthor, on Facebook at @jkentauthor, and on Instagram @jkentauthor. Visit her at http://jkentauthor.com
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Excerpts
What? You were expecting a profession of love?
A little moan escapes out of Sarah, a sound of yielding that makes me groan, our tongues going places that make promises of more, and soon, dinner at a fine restaurant pales in comparison to dragging her back into her apartment, screwing until we’re dehydrated, and ordering Door Dash sushi.
“Ahem,” she says as she pulls back, reaching up to wipe lipstick off my mouth with her thumb. Our eyes lock as she smiles at me, full and open.
It’s the kind of smile you could jump right into, unabashed and with complete abandon.
A freefall smile, that one is.
“That was a lovely way to say hello,” I whisper in her ear, inhaling slowly, enjoying the warm glow of her.
March 2, 2025
Check out the Light Beyond the Storm Chronicles for a sizzling sorcery adventure
Looking for an audiobook or awesome read? Check out The Light Beyond the Storm Chronicles – Book I
In a dark world where magic is illegal, and elves are enslaved a young elven sorceress runs for her life from the house of her evil Keeper. Pursued by his men and the corrupt Order of Witch-Hunters she must find sanctuary. As the slavers roll across the lands stealing elves from what remains of their ancestral home the Witch-Hunters turn a blind eye to the tragedy and a story of power, love and a terrible revenge unfolds.
18 rated (for adult content).
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Meet the Kitchen Imps
Ever wondered where your socks go in the laundry, or why you can’t find your keys? The Kitchen Imps have the answer.
The Kitchen Imps and Other Dark Tales – six short tales of mayhem and mischief.
Winner of the 2018 best fantasy on NN Light Book Heaven.
Naughty imps, missing socks, cunning thieves and baffled gods feature in this collection of short fantasy fiction.
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March 1, 2025
Fortellingene om Erana: Krigerens Forbannelse (Tales of Erana The Warrior’s Curse Norwegian Edition)
Fortellingene om Erana: Krigerens Forbannelse
De som forhandler med monstre pass på! En helt inngår et syndig løfte med en heks og innser at magi glemmer aldri.
Mytiske fortellinger i et land hvor magi er forbudt.
Fortellingene om Erana – en mørk fantasy-novelle
#Fantasy, #MørkFantasy, #Mytisk, Novelle
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Britiske A. L. Butcher er en ivrig lesehest og skaper av verdener, en poet, og en som drømmer, hun elsker vitenskap, naturhistorie og historie, og aper.
Hennes tekster har blitt beskrevet som “mørk og grusom” og hennes poesi som “oppsiktsvekkende.” Hun skriver med en sikker og noen ganger erotisk sensibilitet for ting som kunne ha hendt, men aldri gjore det.
Alex er forfatteren til Light Beyond the Storm Chronicles og fantasyserien Fortellingene om Erana. Hun har også skrevet flere fantasy- og romantasy-noveller som noen ganger er preget av gotisk skrekk, inkludert Legacy of the Mask serien. Med en bakgrunn i politikk, klassiske studier, antikken og myter, bringer hun en eklektisk og unik stil i arbeidet sitt – hun blander virkelighet og drøm i alkymistiske proporsjoner som bringer karakterene og verdene hennes til live.
Hun tilbyr også bokpakker preget av spekulativ fiksjon på BundleRabbit – hovedsakelig Here Be serien.
Alex er også stolt over å være skribent for Perseid Press, hvor hun var redaktør, skribent og coverdesigner for Heroika: Dragon Eaters, Heroika Skirmishers; samt for Lovers in Hell, som er en del av den anerkjente Heroes in Hell serien. http://www.theperseidpress.com/
Priser: For Outside the Wall, skrevet sammen med Diana L. Wicker, mottok hun Chill with a Book Reader’s Award i 2017.
NN Light Book Heaven-priser:
The Kitchen Imps and Other Dark Tales vant beste fantasy i 2018
Echoes of a Song, en av Phantom-historiene hennes, vant beste fantasy i 2019
