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I Get By With A Little Help From My Friends

Little did I know when I accepted a contract for my historical romances, I would be receiving a valuable bonus – one that could not be deposited at the bank or displayed on the wall.

Through my association with Harlequin Carina, I’ve become friends with five lovely ladies who have proven their value repeatedly, not just in friendship and camaraderie, but as kind, intelligent authors who genuinely care about me as a person.

Publishing is a competitive and elusive business. One doesn’t know what or who will become the “next big thing”, and many authors walk a narrow line between sharing and withholding, not quite sure who is friend or foe. Not so in this case.

Let me tell you about five remarkable authors – who I have the good fortune to call friends!

Kierney Scott – Set to release Blurring the Line, the first in a trilogy of hot steamy action romances, available later this month. Kierney and I connected purely accidentally. I posted frustration about my hero in my current manuscript and Kierney quickly chimed in with suggestions and support. She’s proven beyond a doubt that she will take time from her busy life to help a friend. I am very grateful.

Robyn Koshel - All around marketing wizard, reviewer and author of Taming the Incubus. Robyn read my first novel and soon after, we became messaging buddies. She is focused on helping others and her wonderful marketing ideas make my head spin. Her giving, generous nature convinces me angels live in all corners of the world.

Katie Oliver – Mr. Darcy, anyone? Katie takes Chick-lit to the next level with her wonderful series beginning with Prada and Prejudice. After I read it, I was hooked. Poor Katie. Little did she realize I would bombard her with endless publishing questions. Yet she has answered every one, every frantic message, every redundant plea, with patience and wit. Thank you, Katie.

Rebecca Raisin – Author of decadent and delicious romances including Chocolate Dreams at the Gingerbread Café and The Bookshop on the Corner. Rebecca was my first Carina author connection. Who could not approach such an amiable little photo on Facebook? I had questions (yes, more questions) and I sought out her experience. She offered reassurance and friendship without hesitation. She’s a lovely person inside and out.

Samantha Tonge – Author of witty romantic comedies and set to release From Paris With Love – a fun, flirty novel with unexpected twists. Samantha is a fellow question asker! She posts regularly on the Carina site and I never stop learning from the answers. She is clever and genuine, honest and friendly.

What an awesome collection of talent!!

It feels wonderful to be in such creative company, not to mention the assurance of knowing I have friends to support me. There’s no price to be set on true friendship and that was a bonus I never anticipated when I reached my goal of publication.

Thank you, Ladies!

 

 

 

Liebster Award ~ Eleven Done Twice

Thanks to Jo Skehan, my lovely author friend, I’ve been invited to participate in The Liebster Award blog post. For anyone unaware, Liebster is the German word for dearest, kindest, sweetest – an endearing word used to label this invitation to post and reveal bits of one’s personality as well as writing influences. Jo shared eleven facts about herself and then answered eleven questions which you can find here: http://joskehan.com/category/writing/

Now I’ll do the same.

1. I’m a textbook Pisces. I’m creative, friendly, optimistic and a little bit mermaid – A free thinker who loves to travel, take photos and collect memories because life moves fast.

2. I’d rather eat breakfast than any other meal. Sometimes I have breakfast for dinner. French toast is acceptable at any meal.

3. I dislike spiders and snakes, but not nearly as much as I dislike clowns. Stephen King’s Pennywise is one of the most haunting characters ever. I don’t watch scary movies, rather enjoy romantic comedies, but eschew it all for a good book.

4. I think a clever sense of humor is the sexiest quality a man can possess. Make me laugh and you’ve scored many points.

5. I have no sense of direction. I’d be lost without my GPS. Even if I’ve traveled to a place before, I will get confused trying to remember directions and you definitely wouldn’t want me to tell you how to get somewhere. I’m fairly certain I could get lost on a cul-de-sac.

6. Letters fascinate me. Syllables and the way words sound excite me. I once tried out for Wheel of Fortune and solved all the puzzles correctly. Unfortunately that didn’t get me on the program.

7. In grade school I was sent to the Principal’s office for punching a boy on the playground when he tried to kiss me. I still remember the scene like yesterday. I wonder if he does.

8. I’m decisive and not one to deliberate long on things. I either want to or I won’t, either need it or I don’t.

9. I’ve always been in love with the stars and fascinated by the moon. And deep down, I still hold on to the notion that Pluto is a planet, despite the recent astronomical demotion.

10. I love to dance…even if there isn’t music.

11. I watch very little television. Never the news. If the world is going to end, I don’t want to know ahead of time. That would just ruin any time I had left. I’d rather be obliterated in the inevitable cloud of dust.

And now for the official questions:

1. What did you want to be when you were young?

I always wanted to be a teacher and played school throughout my childhood. I’m still very happy in my first grade classroom. I wouldn’t change my choice of profession.

2. Kindle or real book and why?

Ironically, I prefer a real book but have recently expanded to use my Kindle. The world isn’t waiting for me to catch up, so I figured I better get with the program.

3. Looking over the last 10 years, what is one goal that you have achieved, and one that you have not achieved.

Publication is the goal I have achieved, my first novel released from Harlequin Carina on April 9th, the second on June 9th. Juggling still eludes me (Do you think this has to do with my poor sense of direction?)

What are your plans for retirement? Will you travel and if so, to where and why?

Since retirement isn’t even a glimmer on the radar, things can change, but I’d like to travel for inspiration and continue to write romance. Greece and Australia are high on my list of destinations, although the Caribbean is a favorite locale.

Who is your favourite poet and why?

I’ve always preferred Emily Dickinson. Her poetry possesses a succinct eloquence that speaks of flowers and gardens, but also suggests a lovely transcendentalism.

Name three words that describe your personality.

Gregarious – loyal – generous

What was your latest blog post about?

My last post was about my love of words and language. I’m proud to be a word nerd and bookworm. These labels are not offensive in the least.

If you had to choose one place in the world where you would spend your remaining years, where would it be?

Somewhere tropical with a pristine beach. I need to feel the sand under my toes and hear the lullaby of the turquoise waters…with internet access, of course. ;)

What’s your favourite genre to read?: science fiction, fantasy, comedy, romance, crime…?

Easy question! Historical romance, because who wouldn’t want to be kissed by a wicked earl or dance until midnight with a dashing duke? I am charmed by the elegance and etiquette of the aristocracy. Since I cannot visit England 1817, I write about it, daydreaming episodes and adventures my characters enjoy in my absence.

How many school friends are you still in touch with?

I am very lucky to still have friends from kindergarten. Although we only see each other once or twice a year, we have kept our friendship going.

The Internet – a good friend or a necessary evil?

Oh, definitely a good friend. Google is one of my besties.

I’m tagging Sara McGoodwin and Karen England for the Liebster Award next!

Dark Lords and Why We Love Them by Christy English

When my friend Anabelle asked me to write this post, I was finishing up her wonderful novel THE DUKE OF DARKNESS. It made me think about the dark lords I so often read about in romance fiction, men who we would never deal with in real life, men who, if we met them, no matter how good looking or rich they might be, would be sent packing after the first coffee date. But we love to read about dark, brooding men, bad boys, if you will. And as romance authors,

we love to write about them.

In my first romance novel, HOW TO TAME A WILLFUL WIFE, Anthony Carrington, the Earl of Ravensbrook, basically purchases a wife, the daughter of his commanding officer with whom he served during the Napoleonic War. After only knowing his bride-to-be for two days, Anthony demands that she marry him, wearing a gown he has chosen himself. He instructs her on how a wife should behave, both privately and in company, and basically spends most of the book acting like a horse’s behind. Caroline Montague, his fencing, knife-throwing, stallion-riding bride takes offense at his high-handed behavior, but since Anthony is amazing in bed, she works hard to overlook his faults. As time goes on, she begins to fall in love with him in spite of them. And

more importantly for a romance reader, Anthony begins to fall in love with her.

So that is the first answer to the question of why dark lords obsess us so on the page. As readers, I think we love to watch a dark lord find his heart, and fall in love with a woman who will be the love of his life. This leads to the second reason we love these brooding bad boys: we love to watch the conquest of the mythical unconquerable man.

Now, in real life, a man or a woman who is emotionally unavailable usually stays that way. In romance fiction, whether it be a Regency novel, a shapeshifter tome, or modern erotica, the unavailable man falls in love with the heroine of the novel, and becomes emotionally available, if not altogether perfect. In romance novels, a hero and heroine work out their problems and often are transformed by love. I must admit, Anthony did not completely change his spots in HOW TO TAME A WILLFUL WIFE, but he did bend. And his love for Caroline outweighed his need to control her, which in the end made their relationship work.

So our dark lords come around and become, sweet loving men, and then there’s nothing we can do but love them back.

Christy English is happiest when she is dreaming. Her dreams have taken her to the royal court of Henry II in THE QUEEN’S PAWN, to medieval Paris in TO BE QUEEN, and now to Regency England in MUCH ADO ABOUT JACK, LOVE ON A MIDSUMMER NIGHT, and HOW TO TAME A WILFULL WIFE, where she loves to watch her characters find true love, often in spite of themselves. Please visit her on her blog http://www.ChristyEnglish.com , on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChristyEnglish , or on

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Word Nerd ~ And Certified Bookworm

I love words. You might think that obvious, since I’m an author, but I love specific words. Are you like that too? One of my favorites is serendipity. Not only does it feel wonderful as the syllables bounce around my mouth, but the definition suits my imagination. Gregarious is another; a word that hints at my personality. I have dependable words in my vocabulary too. Words that work overtime, earning their keep all day, everyday. If you visit my Facebook page often, you know I’m fond of charming, quaint, and lovely. Fabulous and fancy score high as well.

And catch phrases? Really? I’m guilty of the latter despite my best efforts to banish it from my conversation. It’s become an automatic response whenever I’m surprised or feeling a bit snarky. Really? I mean, really?

I suppose the “word-love” stems back to my childhood. I always always had my nose in a book. If not reading, I enjoyed crossword puzzles, anagrams, and wrote poetry with fervor. My vocabulary grew. Much to my dismay no one ever wanted to play Scrabble with me. I would play alone (true story). As my schooling advanced, my writing took several forms: poems, short stories, and eventually full length novels.

It might not be flattering to be thought a word nerd. At least a bookworm has the potential to transform into a butterfly, but I wouldn’t change in the least. What’s not to love about alliteration or rhyme? A delicately turned phrase can be more beautiful than the finest symphony. Do you feel the same way? What are your favorite words and phrases? Write me a letter (or two) and let me know. By the way, would anyone like to play Scrabble?

Celebrating Rebecca Raisin ~The Bookshop on the Corner

The lovely Rebecca Raisin has a new book coming out and I know you’ll want to hear all about it! Today’s blog is dedicated to her new release The Bookshop on the Corner! Rebecca was kind in sharing everything you wish to know so keep reading!

Who said that only real heroes could be found in fiction?

Sarah Smith had an addiction – she was addicted to romance novels. The meet-cute, the passion, the drama and the gorgeous men! Now this wouldn’t have been such an issue if she hadn’t been the owner of the only bookshop in Ashford, Connecticut.

Ever since her close friend Lil, from The Gingerbread Café, had become engaged she had been yearning for a little love to turn up in her life. Except Sarah knew a good man was hard to find – especially in a tiny town like Ashford. That was until New York journalist, Ridge Warner stepped into her bookshop…

Love could be just around the corner for Sarah, but will she be able to truly believe that happy-ever-after can happen in real-life too!

Praise from Mia March, author of The Meryl Streep Movie Club, and Finding Colin Firth.

“How I wish this magical little bookshop was around the corner from my house! Brimming with heart, hope, and wisdom, THE BOOKSHOP ON THE CORNER is a wonderful novel about love, life, friendship, romance, books galore, and finding that happy ending.” –Mia March.

EXCERPT:



Chapter One

Snuggled in the cozy bay window of the bookshop, I looked up from my novel as the first golden rays of sunshine brightened the sky. Resting my head against the cool glass, I watched the light spill, as though it had leaked, like the yellows of a watercolor painting. Almost dawn, it would soon be time to switch on, and get organized for another day at The Bookshop on the Corner.

Every day I arrived at work a few hours prior to opening to read in the quiet, before customers would trickle in. I loved these magical mornings, time stolen from slumber, where I’d curl up with a book and get lost inside someone else’s world before dog-earing the page and getting lost in mine.

Sure, I could have stayed in bed at home and read, but the bookshop had a dream-like quality about it before dawn that was hard to resist.

I turned back to the inside of the shop to watch shards of muted sunlight settle on piles of books, as if it were slowly waking them. The haphazard stacks seemed straighter, as if they’d decided when I wasn’t looking to neaten themselves up, dust their jackets off, and stand to attention. Maybe a customer would stumble across one of them today, run a hand lovingly across their covers, before selecting a book that caught their attention. Though my theory was books chose us, and not the other way around.

The bookshop was silent, bar a faint hum — were the books muttering to each other about what today would bring? Smiling to myself, I went back to my novel, promising myself just one more chapter.

When I looked up again the sun was high in the sky, and I’d read a much bigger chunk than I’d meant to. Some stories consumed you, they made time stop, your worries float into the ether, and when it came to my reading habits I chose romance over any other genre. The appeal of the happy ever after, the winsome heroine being adored for who she was, and the devastatingly handsome hero with more to him than met the eye tugged at my heart. And I’d read about them all: from dashing dukes, to cocksure cowboys, I never met one I didn’t fall for.

The sounds of the street coming alive filtered in, roller shutters retreating upwards, cheery shop owners whistling as they swept their front stoops. Lil, the owner of the Gingerbread Café across the road, arrived, hand in hand with her fiancé, Damon. They stood on the pavement in front of her café, and kissed goodbye, spending an age whispering and canoodling.

I tried to focus on my book, but couldn’t help darting a glance their way every now and then. Each morning they embraced almost as though they’d never see each other again, yet they worked only a few short steps away. It was as if they were magnetically drawn to each other; one step backwards would draw the other person forwards. I bet they couldn’t hear the sound of shops opening or cars tooting hello. They had their own kind of sweet music that swirled around them as if they were in some kind of love bubble.

Feeling as though I was intruding on a private moment, I swiveled away from the window and padded bare foot down to the back of the bookshop to make more coffee. My feet found the familiar groove in the wood; the path was so well trodden it was bowed. The feel of the polished oak underfoot with its labyrinth-type trails exposed around stacks of books was comforting. It’d weathered traffic for so long it was indelibly changed by it.

Taking the pot of coffee to the counter, I poured a cup, and sipped gingerly. Lately, I’d felt a little as though I was at a crossroads. You know that frustrating feeling of losing the page in your book? You didn’t want to go too far forward and spoil the surprise, and you didn’t want to go too far back, so you kind of stagnated and started from a page that didn’t seem quite right, but you read it a few times just to convince yourself…that was how I felt about my life. A little lost, I guess you could say.

Ashford was buzzing with good news recently, love affairs, weddings, babies, but I was still the same old Sarah, nose pressed in a book, living out fictional relationships as if they were my own. I was waiting for something to find me. But what if that something never came?

What did heroines do when they felt like that? Broaden their horizons? I imagined myself swapping Ashford for Paris, because of the bookshops and the rich literary history. But really, I’d never ventured far from my small town, and probably never would. My bookshop was a living, breathing thing to me, and there was no one to look after it even if I did want to do something spontaneous. Should I take up a hobby? I’d be the girl stuck line dancing with the octogenarian. Instead of dreaming of the impossible, I set about opening the shop, and shelved that line of thought for another time.

Find The Bookshop on the Corner here:

US Amazon http://amzn.to/1jMmIWA

UK Amazon http://amzn.to/1lGBvED

AUST Amazon http://bit.ly/1fTDwWW

iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/au/book/bookshop-on-corner-gingerbread/id850630026?mt=11

Kobo http://goo.gl/PjVtr1

Pinterest http://www.pinterest.com/rebeccaraisin/the-bookshop-on-the-corner-by-rebecca-raisin/

Find Rebecca here:

https://www.facebook.com/RebeccaRaisinAuthor

http://rebeccaraisin.wordpress.com

http://www.twitter.com/jaxandwillsmum

The Bookshop on The Corner blog: http://thecornerbookshop.wordpress.com/

Deep, Dark Secrets…What are you hiding?

Deep, dark secrets. We all have them. Guilty pleasures we’d never confess out loud. Inner thoughts we guard in our soul. Whether one accepts them, buries them, or pretends they don’t exist, secrets are there, under the surface of consciousness, scratching to be revealed.

And that’s the problem. Secrets are alive. They pester, prod, and insist on being heard. They dare to be exposed. So much so, many of us produce new secrets to cover the old in a frantic attempt to smother the compulsion to confess.

In Duke of Darkness, Devlin chooses seclusion over society to avoid revealing the secrets of his family’s history. It’s a lonely existence, but one he accepts willingly. Still the difficult choice comes at a high price.

Comfortable with the reality he will never find a lasting relationship; Devlin becomes inaccessible to the emotion, despite his longing to be loved. This yearning manifests as his subconscious wars with the depth of his secrecy. It begs the question, is he hiding his secrets or are his secrets hiding him?

Alexandra Grantchester appears to embody sunshine and laughter, but looks can be deceiving. She’s fled an arranged marriage once and is prepared to repeat history if need be. When she marries, if she marries, it will be to a man of her choosing—one who respects her opinion, shares her passion and cherishes her gift of love.

But that’s only if Alexandra can keep her secret safe, her location hidden, and the truth concealed. She never anticipated falling in love with a complicated, reclusive duke. Nor was she prepared for the strength of her desire, and the need to have Devlin return her feelings.

These well-kept privacies bind and separate them, exerting control through passion, confrontation, abandonment, and realization because secrets kept for decades are strong forces with a will all their own.

What secrets do you keep? Are they asking to be shared? Or will you hold them close to your heart forever?

Paris Daydreams ~ When Eiffel In Love

The first time I traveled to France, I fell in love. Hard. Completely. Head first into an all consuming affair of the heart. I still remember the ethereal feeling, the inner twist of emotion that reached deep into my soul and bonded me, enslaved me, to love. But it wasn’t a handsome Frenchman who stole my heart…it was Paris, that wickedly wonderful city. I was helpless to resist the mystical temptation. My romantic heart was captured forever.

Somehow, within forty square miles, Paris encompassed everything for which my passionate soul yearned. Art, music, architecture, cuisine, fashion: the city overflows with every form of refined culture imaginable, all in one place, north of the Louvre, south of the Seine, adjacent to the Eiffel Tower, or just beyond the Arc de Triomphe.

I didn’t speak a word of the language, was lost more than I was found, and saw everything through the eyes of one fascinated with the world. Yes, it was love in the truest form.

The years have passed, but the allure of France remains. My sights have broadened offering me a larger vision, as if Paris lent me a key and opened a new world. Now I enjoy every city I visit, not only when I return to my first love. I appreciate the quiet beauty of Normandy and the subtle grace of Mont Saint Michel, the opulent decadence of Versailles, and the fragrant landscape of Provence. I’ve acquired an appreciation of France on another more visceral level, so different from my first crush.

Locations affect people in different ways. I’ve been fortunate to travel to many destinations, but nothing will replace the charming impact of Paris. Have you had a similar experience? Your favorite place may be a local beach or a faraway island, but the impression and emotion it evokes is personal. Do you still return to the same vacation spots or enjoy exploring somewhere new? I’d love to hear about your travels.

Meet My Main Character & Fall in Love with a Scoundrel

I was tagged by the lovely Maggie Tideswell to participate in this blog hop discussing a favorite main character. Maggie writes paranormal romance and her Roxanne series is almost finished. If you like a little unexplained intrigue while falling in love, check out Maggie’s novels here: http://maggietiedeswell.blogspot.com/2014/05/meet-my-main-character-ben-roxannes.html?spref=tw

I’ve chosen to talk about the hero in To Love A Wicked Scoundrel. I hope you enjoy.

1) What is the name of your character?

Is he fictional or a historic person?

Constantine Highborough, Earl of Colehill, is a scoundrel, (albeit a fictitious one) and inspired by this stunning photo of Jared Leto. He is forgiven every scandalous liaison by society; yet while the ton believes he has the world on a string, Con’s emotions are tied in tight knots.

2) When and where is the story set?

London, England 1817

3) What should we know about him?

Constantine is a complicated man, who finds little joy in life. He yearns for a loving relationship far removed from the sycophantic adoration of London society. He has a troubling past and a heart that needs to heal. His only peace, a private joy, is found in painting…until he meets Isabelle. Then his world is changed forever.

4) What is the main conflict? What messes up his life?

Isabelle Rossmore despises the bustling nonsense associated with the height of a London season and is dragged to the city against her better judgment. The last thing she wants is to be pursued by a man known for his rakish exploits. The two meet and the attraction is palpable. Love messes up their lives…and then leads them to a happily ever after.

5) What is the personal goal of the character?

Con has several goals: to overcome his past, to learn to love, to discover who stole his paintings—but above all else he wants Isabelle. Forever.

6) Is there a working title for this novel and can we read more about it?

Much to my delight and gratitude, To Love A Wicked Scoundrel was released on April 9th and became an Amazon historical romance best seller soon after. I’m so happy people are enjoying Con and Isabelle’s love story.

7) When can we expect the book to be published?

My second novel, Duke of Darkness, is set for release June 9th. It is Devlin’s story. He is one of Con’s few trusted friends.

I have tagged 5 other wonderful writers to continue the blog hop. Check out their posts and discover a new favorite author!

Nathan Squiers – http://literarydarkemperor.wordpress.com/

MiMi Paris – http://parismusings.blogspot.com

AV Scott – http://belowseelevel.com

Anton T. Russell – http://atrussell.com/Blog/

Kendra Hale – http://thewestcountryishome.wordpress.com/

Tiny Treasures ~ It’s The Little Things In Life

I’ve always been fascinated with miniatures. As a child I collected all types of tiny treasures and carefully arranged them in my dollhouse, from food and furniture, to teeny books on a shelf and miniscule paintings on the wall. Although I’m older, I’m still captivated by the detail and meticulous effort involved in creating scaled masterpieces; so as the years have passed my miniature collections have grown right along with me. Mohair bears, Wee Forest Folk mice, my home is littered with a teeny world of companions. A true treasure is my collection of leather bound Knickerbocker Shakespeare pocket volumes; only two inches by three, these books date back to the 1920s and are fragile and well-loved, a piece of history and romance.

I have no way to explain my fascination with miniatures, but I have found life to contain the same hidden detail, qualities swallowed up by the busy lifestyle of daily routine. I believe it’s good for the soul to take a breath, slow down, admire a snowflake as it falls gracefully from the sky or a butterfly who lights on a branch outside my window. Robert Brault said, “Enjoy the little things in life, for one day you’ll look back and realize they were the big things” and it’s a lesson well learned for adulthood. As children we are all too caught in the immediacy of life, but as we age, if lucky, we learn to appreciate the distinctive qualities that make life worth living.

A friend’s smile, a soothing cup of flavored coffee, an unexpected compliment…they may seem insignificant in this hectic world, but for me they represent the sum of true happiness. What warms your soul and brings a smile to your face? I’d love to hear about your collections too, whether they are large or small, material or gifts of the heart.

 

Blog Hop with Friends

I’ve been invited to participate in this blog tour by Suzan Tisdale, my lovely author friend. Suzan writes romance blended with mystery in an intriguing historical setting. You can discover more about Suzan’s novels at http://www.suzantisdale.com.

Now for my contribution to the blog tour.

1. What am I working on? Right now I am working on the final historical romance in the trilogy that began with To Love A Wicked Scoundrel. It is Phineas’ story and it is certainly giving me a hard time. Phineas is a kind, respectable gentleman…and much different from Constantine or Devlin.

2. How does my work differ from others of its genre? My stories are centered on the romance and their relationship. My novels are character driven. While there is page-turning action, it stems from emotional situations. I avoid contrived circumstances, ridiculous plots, or visits from the “Coincidence Fairy”.

3. Why do I write what I do? I’ve always been enamored with the Regency period and aristocracy. I would love to travel back to that era sometime in the future.

4. How does your writing process work? Since I am a full-time educator, my writing time is grabbed whenever possible. Summer offers me large blocks of time to start, finish, or edit my novels.

Thanks for visiting! Three wonderful authors are continuing the blog hop:

Debra Fisk

Writer of delicious contemporary fiction

http://debraannfisk.wordpress.com

Jessica Lauryn

Author of hot spicy spy novels

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5081732.Jessica_Lauryn/blog

Charlotte Johnson Bennardo

Blonde OPS (St Martin’s/Dunne) – April 2014

Publisher’s Weekly calls Blonde OPS “…a light mystery with entertaining dialogue, an energized pace, ever shifting suspects and a glimpse into the benefits and drawbacks of art and fame…”

The SIRENZ Series (Flux)

Sirenz – Sirenz: Back in Fashion

http://www.charlotteebennardo.blogspot.com/

http://kidlitresources.wordpress.com/