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Happy New Year 2016!

Fireworks over Edinburgh Castle, Scotland

Happy New Year everyone! The celebrations are still ongoing in my home, especially with the release of Dragon Knight’s Shield next Friday! I hope you’ve taken advantage of the pre-order special price for the digital at $2.99! Grab your copy now!

In addition, my second book, Dragon Knight’s Medallion is now available on audio through Amazon Audible. Ewan MacRae is the narrator, and he did a phenomenal job. You can listen to a sample on the Audible page...

Medieval Monday ~ Celebration: The Druid Knight Tales by Ruth A. Casie

Welcome to Medieval Monday! We’re sharing celebration excerpts this month, and today I have the lovely Ruth A. Casie giving us a peek at her celebration from The Druid Knight Tales. Enjoy!

Blurb:

After a year of searching, Maximilian, the druid Grand Master, finds the sacred mistletoe destined for his soul mate shriveled and dead. He must journey to the Otherworld and tell the Ancestors of his failure.

Ellyn of Brodgar is an exceptional healer. But each healing kiss depletes her energy and b...

Quote for the Week of December 27, 2015

Urquhart Castle in winter

“In your quest for knowledge, seek the path withgreater resistance, for this will lead you to the truespeaker of words.”

–Dragon Knight’s Shield

Merry Christmas and Blessings of the Winter Solstice!

From my home to yours, I’m wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a joyous Winter Solstice!

May you each find love, peace, and happiness during this season of holidays.

Love,

Mary

Medieval Monday ~ Celebration: Snow in July by Kim Iverson Headlee

Welcome back to Medieval Monday with a twist. Celebration is the theme for this month, and I have the wonderful Kim Iverson Headlee sharing her excerpt from Snow in July. We’re in for a treat, since Kim has included a book trailer. Enjoy!

Synopsis:

Sir Robert Alain de Bellencombre has been granted what every man wants: a rich English estate in exchange for his valiant service at the Battle of Hastings. To claim this reward, the Norman knight must wed the estate’s Saxon heiress. Most men woul...

Quote for the Week of December 20, 2015

“The winds carry the seeds of hope, but the raincan wash away the promise of expectation.”

–Dragon Knight’s Shield

Spotlight Author Interview: MT Magee

Please make welcome the lovely and my dear friend, MT Magee. I’m delighted to have her here today! She’s sharing her new release, The Treasure of Gwenlais.

I was completely drawn into this story–swept into her fantasy realm so vivid in detail, and falling in love with the characters. Yet, before I tease you anymore, let’s meet MT.

I’ve opened a bottle of champagne to celebrate MT’s debut book, so grab a glass and get comfy.

MM: Thank you, MT for visiting my blog today. Congratulations on you...

Medieval Monday ~ Celebration: Betrothal by Jenna Jaxon

Welcome to Medieval Monday in December. Celebration is the theme all during this month, and I have the fabulous Jenna Jaxon here today. She’s sharing a celebration after a joust in her story, Betrothal. This scene takes place at the dance after a presentation of winners. Enjoy!

Blurb:

The heart can choose, but can it also change?

Lady Alyse de Courcy has fallen in love with Lord Braeton, a nobleman in King Edward III’s court and a man to whom she has barely spoken. Fate, however, has decreed...

Quote for the Week of December 13, 2015

“You don’t need mystical keys or magical words to enter the faery realm, only the light of love and an honest heart.”

–Dragon Knight’s Shield

Friday Feast ~ Guinness Onion and Cheddar Soup with Croutons

During these dark, cold days of December, I only want soup. My bodycraves a warm bowl, especially of this hardy meal.

It’s always best to have several bottles of Guinness on hand, since you might want one for drinking, too.

I’ve shared this recipe before, but I have new readers, and I didn’t include my crouton recipe the first time I posted this soup.

Any special meals you crave during the holidays?

GUINNESS, ONION, AND CHEDDAR SOUP

2 tablespoons butter

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 large yellow...