Cedar Sanderson's Blog, page 21
August 6, 2022
The Bookshelf, Virtually
This last week or so I haven’t acquired any paper books, although I am thinking longingly of a certain big antique mall where I can lay my hands on some lovely ones. Perhaps later today. In the meantime… I buy books for various reasons. Reading seems obvious, but I also buy books to support fellow… Read More The Bookshelf, Virtually
August 5, 2022
Back Road Oklahoma
I seem to have amused people today by talking about dating. I meant dating my husband, but evidently that’s not a done thing? I mean, I enjoy it. None of the pressure, all of the fun! Of course, dating as middle-aged married couple isn’t exactly as boring as you might think. We really enjoyed our… Read More Back Road Oklahoma
August 3, 2022
Vintage Book Cover Design
I recently came across a treasure trove of illustrations and book covers from artists stretching back over the last hundred years. Everything from ads, to book covers, to what really caught my eye: the simple line art illustrations common to magazine and books. The same thing I’m working on for the hunting anthology this month. …
August 2, 2022
Odd Prompts: Special Delivery
A snip of something for the prompt, don’t know if there is more. *** “We should have turned back there.” He announced, squinting through the windshield. “I’m pretty sure we’ve come too far.” “I think you’re right.” Bonnie twisted around to look behind them. The wet ribbon of the road twisted out of sight. She …
August 1, 2022
All thumbs
Which isn’t quite accurate. When I type on my phone, it’s a thumb and an index finger, opposite hands. Why, you may ask, are you doing this on your phone? Quite simply, it’s the same concept as camera choice. The camera you have on hand is the best one to take the shot with. The …
July 30, 2022
The Kitchen Towel
When we moved into this house, it had all sorts of quirky bits of storage, and so many hooks. So. Many. Also, mirrors, nails in the walls… a lifetime of setting things just so to suit the person who lived here from 1950 until 2020. Overlaying our wants and needs on that has been… interesting. …
July 29, 2022
Why Not?
On my desk I have a few sheets of paper. I printed them out earlier, and now they are lying here causing me some mingled emotional moments when I look over and see them. You see, I suspect most of you are like me. Back in 2020 when the world stopped, or attempted to grind …
July 28, 2022
Between Two Graves
I have the honor and delight of creating the covers for this series. So when I tell you Dorothy Grant’s latest in her tactical romance series is out… Between Two Graves I’ve obviously got a bias, but seriously, I think every book of hers has just gotten better, and at this point that’s a pretty …
Scotch Woodcock
This is another fun entry to the egg recipe list, although I have a feeling it will be somewhat controversial! You can find the whole list of 99 Ways to Make Eggs here. In this time of recession and belt-tightening, eggs remain an inexpensive protein source and a good choice for grocery budgets. Scotch Woodcock …
July 26, 2022
Odd Prompts: Titanium Princess
This one’s a complete short story. Enjoy! **** “When did he die?” She asked. Niz grunted. He was focused on getting the lock open, and it was never easy. The fact that the shop was locked at all made him uneasy. It wasn’t until he’d managed to practically pry open the padlock with his key …
