Mary Morgan's Blog, page 50

Going Silent One Day a Week

The simplicity of this picture speaks volumes to me. There's nothing epic. Merely lush rolling hills, flowing streams and lakes, gray clouds with a glimmer of sunlight peeking through in the distance. Yet, for me, I value the quiet nature of this moment. My husband and I were traveling through the Northeastern area of Scotland two years ago when he snapped this photo. Going through our pictures recently, it reminded me of how valuable it is to stay still and admire the beauty of nature. To pu...

Medieval Monday | DRAGON KNIGHT'S RING by Mary Morgan

Welcome back to Medieval Monday! Our theme for the next eleven weeks is "Bad Guys and Villains", which should be very interesting. I shall begin this week with a snippet from my story, Dragon Knight's Ring, Order of the Dragon Knight's, Book 5. The journey starts with my hero, Adam MacFhearguis in The Great Glen in Scotland—September 1207. He has returned home from the Crusades more broken than when he left. Yet, on a whispered prayer, Adam is transported to another time and must battle the D...

Reflections on Father's Day

I had not planned on writing a Father's Day post. The feeling took root as I listened to music this morning. I was struck with the realization that my dad has been gone for fifteen years this July. How did so many years pass? Yes I mourned the loss so long ago, but it all came back in a flood of emotions this morning. He had been sick for decades. Yet, if you met him, you'd never know. He carried onward with a smile and a handshake or hug. I see him each morning within the reflection of the m...

8 Reasons Why You Should Read DESTINY OF A WARRIOR

I shared this post on my dear Rose sister's (Peggy Jaeger) blog last week and thought it would be great to include my reasons here on why you should read this beautiful fantasy romance! So here goes...1. Fenian Warrior, Aidan Kerrigan is the perfect hero. He’s ancient and powerful—honorable and loyal to his people. At seven foot tall with eyes the color of lavender and silver, he conveys a charismatic charm that oozes with raw sexiness. Need I say more? 2. You get to explore ancient standing...

Release Day for DESTINY OF A WARRIOR!

How perfect to have a book release near the five year anniversary of being a published author! It has been a surreal adventure! Destiny of a Warrior burst into the world today, and I'm thrilled by all the early reviews. This was truly a labor of love writing Aidan and Rose's story. Yet, I cannot forget the first book that launched me into the world five years ago...Dragon Knight's Sword! To this day, I have treasured this story, and it set the stage for all the other books that followed. As a...

Spotlight New Release and Interview | LAW & DISORDER by Liv Arnold

Please make welcome a sister Rose (from The Wild Rose Press), Liv Arnold! We're celebrating her debut new release, Law & Disorder! The Tavern is serving champagne and a variety of cheese tarts, so get comfy and let's hear what Liv has to say...MM: Welcome to the Tavern, Liz! Congratulations on your new release! I always like to begin with a simple question I ask all my guest authors: Describe a typical writing day. Are you a morning, afternoon, or night-owl writer?LA: I work fulltime so I rea...

Spotlight New Release and Interview | MYSTIC MAPLES by Tena Stetler

Delighted to share a new release by a sister Rose (The Wild Rose Press), Tena Stetler! Mystic Maples is part of a multi-author series (I highly recommend reading) called the Deerbourne Inn. The Tavern is serving ale and some maple pecan tarts. Grab a chair and let's hear what Tena has to say...Thanks for having us Mary. I hope you don’t mind, I brought Mercy along with me. She just finished up her recent project and could tell you a little about Mystic Maples.MM: Sure, I’d be delighted. Tell...

RONE Award Voting | TRIAL OF A WARRIOR

I need your votes, my friends! Trial of a Warrior is a nominee in Fantasy Romance for the prestigious RONE Award from InD'tale Magazine! I'd love to advance to the finals, so please consider casting your vote for Liam and Abela's love story. Week 4 of voting in this category ends Sunday, May 12th. You can only vote once in each category. Here are the steps:1. Go to: https://www.indtale.com/2019-rone-awards-week-four2. Log in with your username or email.3. Cast your vote in Fantasy (Don't forg...

Medieval Monday Winner | A HIGHLAND MOON ENCHANTMENT

Thank you to those who followed along on my journey these past thirteen weeks on Medieval Monday! I enjoyed reading all of your comments. All names were entered into my magical tartan basket and my knight drew forth the winner. Congratulations Roslynn Ernst! You've won a signed print copy of A Highland Moon Enchantment! Please forward me your mailing address to moirarose415@yahoo.com

Winner from DESTINY OF A WARRIOR Cover Reveal

My thanks to everyone who left a comment about the cover for Destiny of a Warrior. I was so touched by all your responses. Even though this is my eleventh (almost) published book, I pray I'll always feel this giddy excitement about a new cover and story. Now for the winner of a $10 Amazon or BN gift card...Congratulations, Kay! Please send me an email with your preference of gift card to moirarose415@yahoo.com Destiny of a Warrior is now available for pre-order from Amazon at a special reduce...