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July 4, 2016
Character Interviews: Híto Varon
Now that you know some of my character’s favorite types of foods, I thought we’d talk directly to them and get their thoughts on life, politics, literature etc. First up is Híto Varon (pronounced Heet-O, VAH-rOn), Lord of Varoncour Manor and Corlaan Court. Welcome, Híto. It’s great to have you on the blog. HV: […]
June 24, 2016
Character Dinners: Claydia’s Decadent Boudoir Brunch
Claydia is a woman who appreciates her earthly pleasures: food, sex, luxurious clothing and furnishings, and expensive wine. What better way to combine all those things than a leisurely brunch enjoyed right after… you know… that second earthly pleasure listed up there. Appetizer: Strawberry Baked Brie (recipe by Show Me the Yummy) Ingredients 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar […]
Character Dinners: Talin’s Sunday Dinner
While Sunday doesn’t exist in the Witcbreed universe, I think Talin, a devout family man, would be a big fan of the Sunday family dinner tradition. Appetizer – 3 Bean Salad (recipe by QUIRKYIQ on allrecipes.com) INGREDIENTS 1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 […]
June 22, 2016
Startling Poetry: Apotropaic Magic
Apotropaic Magic by Margaret Wack I am the king’s daughter slaughtered. I am a thrall, enthralled, I charm the ocean into calmness and surcease. I am a witchwood, hazel woman smooth as flesh, woven and crafted and cast from the cliff. I am a carven queen, a saint, a pretty thing to bless the ship […]
June 20, 2016
Character Dinners: Kester’s Late-night Rendezvous
For all his faults – which are significant, Kester Hugo has a refined palette. I imagine him planning a late-night dinner with a co-conspirator or a would-be lover. And since he is originally from Roanaan’s seaside capitol, Bindenhaal, he has a great fondness for seafood. Here’s a potential menu for an elegant cretin’s midnight rendezvous. Appetizer – […]
Giveaway Announcement!
Hey all you out there! It’s time for another witchy giveaway. Yay! Click here to enter for a chance to win 1 of 5 signed proof copies of In the Blood. These are slightly damaged proofs (surface damaged rendered during a shipping incident). None of the interior text is effected and even the damage to […]
June 16, 2016
Think You Couldn’t Possibly Lose Your Amazon Publishing Account? Think Again.
Originally posted on The Active Voice:
There’s this indie author I know a little bit from the Kboards.com forum. Her name is Pauline Creeden, and she’s an ordinary midlister, like so many of us. I remember PMing her some time ago and gushing about how particularly beautiful one of her book covers is — the one…
There’s this indie author I know a little bit from the Kboards.com forum. Her name is Pauline Creeden, and she’s an ordinary midlister, like so many of us. I remember PMing her some time ago and gushing about how particularly beautiful one of her book covers is — the one…
Character Dinners: Híto’s Riverside Supper
Given a choice, Híto Varon would spend every minute of his life outside. Either working his fields, rambling through the woods, or sleeping beneath the open sky with a certain lady. So, what kind of meal would he enjoy the most? Why a picnic by the river! Appetizer – Egg-free Potato Salad (this is actually a […]
June 14, 2016
Startling Poetry: The Truth of Briars
The Truth of Briars by Jane Yolen “. . . the truth of briars she had to have run through . . .” —Adrienne Rich Here is what I know about briars: They are democratic, all who run through them are equally scratched, even the clothed ones, even the ones well-suited in fur. They are […]
June 13, 2016
In Honor of the Fallen Brothers and Sisters in Orlando
I’ve been trying to find a way to express how I feel about the awful events in Orlando – my sadness and horror. I’ve been sharing other people’s posts on Facebook and Twitter without comment because… I just cannot find the words to tell you all how sad I am. And how tired. Tired of […]
