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Player 1 and Player 2: Why I’ve Been MIA

I haven’t been updating my blog lately. Heck, I’ve been pretty much MIA since November. But I have a really good reason. Actually, reason-s. The first being, I’m pregnant! Yay! So, a lot of my energy has been expelled just trying to get through my daily routine, working for my real estate team, handling the social media for the real estate academy, and getting through the holidays. It’s been a complete whirlwind of nausea, extreme hunger, and fatigue. I knew it was going to be a struggle, but...

$1,500 Holiday Giveaway + Great Books for Young Adults

Are you looking for a gift for the teen reader in your life? These Young Adult books are sure to put a smile on their face when they find them under the tree. Plus, check out the BIG Holiday Cash Giveaway at the bottom of the page. You don’t want to miss it! Giveaway ends on 12/20/2015.

1. The Book of Ivy (Amy Engel)

What would you kill for?

After a brutal nuclear war, the United States was left decimated. A small group of survivors eventually banded together, but only after more conflict o...

Interview with Historical Romance Author Pam Lecky

The Bowes Inheritance by Pam Lecky

If you’re a fan of period pieces, you’ll want to stick around for this interview. Pam Lecky is here today to tell us about her Historical Romance/Mystery novel, The Bowes Inheritance.

Hi Pam! Tell us what The Bowes Inheritance is about.

The main character is a young Irishwoman, Louisa Campbell, who is living in genteel poverty in Dublin when she discovers she has inherited an estate in England from an unknown uncle. The book explores the difficult relationsh...

Win a Kindle Fire 7″ & Amazon Gift Card!

Enter to Win a Kindle Fire 7″ & Amazon Gift Card! The perfect reader gift!

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Interview with Romance Author Claire Fullerton

Dancing to an Irish Reel by Claire Fullerton

I hope you’re ready to transport yourself to Ireland, because Claire Fullerton is here today to tell us about her romance novel, Dancing to an Irish Reel.

Tell us what Dancing to an Irish Reel is about, Claire.

Dancing to an Irish Reel is literary fiction set on the western coast of Ireland. Hailey Crossan is a twenty-five year old American, who leaves the record business in Los Angeles and takes a trip to Galway, where she is offered a job too go...

Character Development – Anna

Anna – Copyright Meghan Riley 2015

This post is part of an ongoing series where I delve into the development aspects of my writing. Check back later for more posts just like this.

It’s common practice for authors to have specific people in mind when they write characters into a story. It helps make them more believable, because the writer is sharing facts they’ve already witnessed. A single character can be based on one person…or two or three…whatever works to create a specific effect for a s...

The Author Challenge I Never Thought I’d Face

When I wrote Anna, it was because I had a story to get out and a goal I needed to accomplish for myself, to write a book. But, like most things, it didn’t turn out exactly as I envisioned. The story took on a life of its own, I discovered things about my characters as I went along, and I found myself facing a few surprises; but an evolution within the process was almost to be expected. What really didn’t turn out as I envisioned was the publishing and marketing part.

I knew selling my book wa...

Interview with Romance Author Catherine Herzog

I’m happy to introduce Catherine Herzog, who is here to tell us about her romance/suspense novel, The Key to Her Heart.

Tell us what The Key to Her Heart is about, Catherine.

The Key to Her Heart is romantic suspense with a Christian bent. The main character is Anna Lattimier. In the story Anna becomes the unwanted obsession of Matthew Wolffe. He is cruel and vicious, and always gets what he wants no matter what it costs. Anna refuses to bow to his horrible intentions, and ends up running fo...

Interview with Sci-Fi Author Jo Zebedee

Inish Carraig by Jo Zebedee

Science fiction is my favorite genre, so I’m excited to have Jo Zebedee here to tell us about her science fiction book, Inish Carraig.

Jo, tell us what Inish Carraig is about. What sets it apart from other sci-fi books?

Inish Carraig is a sci-fi with a hint of thriller. The main character is John, a teenager from Belfast, ably supported by Henry, a policeman who becomes embroiled in his life.

Set after an alien invasion, John is set up for an accusation of xenocide...

Interview with Erotic Author Harvey Jones

Hook Up by Harvey Jones

Today, I’m interviewing my first author duo, Harvey Jones (actually Jan Harvey and Sian Jones). They are here to tell us about their erotic book, Hook Up.

Harvey Jones, what makes Hook Up unique compared to other erotic books?

Hook Up is an adult erotic, we are trying to promote acceptance for all genders without prejudice. The main characters are Macy and Tobias who venture on a life changing journey of self-discovery.

Did you have the book planned out before you wro...