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C. Lee McKenzie
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I’ve moved to Substack and dropped my WordPress blog. Quelle liberté! You can see all of my work on Amazon, and I'd love to connect with you on and Instagram, too!In my other life--the one before I began writing for publication--I was a teacher and administrator at California State University, San Jose. My field of Linguistics and intercultural communication has carried me to a lot of places in the world to explore different cultures and languages. I can say, “Where’s the toilet?” and “I’m lost!” in at least five languages and two dialects. Go ahead. Pat me on the back.
My idea of a perfect day is one or all of the following: starting a new novel, finishing writing a blockbuster novel, hiking on a misty morning trail in the Santa Cruz M ...more
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I can write the stories I want, the way I want them.
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The Princess of Las Pulgas
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Sliding on the Edge
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Sign of the Green Dragon
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Alligators Overhead (The Adventures of Pete and Weasel #1)
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Not Guilty
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Double Negative
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Shattered: A Story of Betrayal and Courage
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Sudden Secrets
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The Great Timelock Disaster (The Adventures of Pete and Weasel #2)
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Rattlesnake
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The Greeting Card Artist
I was surprised by this next story, but I shouldn’t have been because after I started writing it, I remembered that I’d used this theme before when I wrote Premeditated Cat. If you’re interested in checking out that story, here are the links: Part1. Part2. Part3. Part4. I seem to return to these themes these days: justice is one, and the magical power of art another. I hope you enjoy. Let me know.
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I’m always cautious about reading books on how to write; however, Lita Kurth’s Writing Memoir in Flashes was a pleasant and instructive surprise. I’ve never been inspired to write a memoir, but after Kurth’s book, I’m considering giving it a go. It’s ...more |
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"That Moonwater Witch blends coming-of-age elements with quiet magic in a way that feels restrained and thoughtful. C. Lee McKenzie focuses less on spectacle and more on internal change, which gives the story a steady and grounded tone.
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"It's not often that I enjoy a YA book or a fantasy novel, so when a friend recommended this to me, I was somewhat skeptical. But I found it charming and suspenseful, and was so glad to have read it. The awkwardly tall heroine, Callista, is spunky but"
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That Moonwater Witch delivers exactly the kind of moody, witchy atmosphere that feels perfect for curling up with on a stormy evening. The story leans heavily into cursed bloodlines, buried secrets, restle" Read more of this review » |
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“Many journeys, often ones you didn't plan to make, take you to an unexpected destination that turns out to be exactly where you want to be.”
― The Princess of Las Pulgas
― The Princess of Las Pulgas
“My dad died of cancer in the month when spirits walk among the living. He's still here because I'm having a hard time letting him go. I need him to help me sort out the feelings inside me, like the funnel clouds that drop from the sky when you least expect them. You may think I'm mad, but when you read my story, you'll see that it's not about madness. Its about hating the person you love the most. It's about the guilt that keeps October's dark chill in my heart and won't allow the spring to come in.”
― The Princess of Las Pulgas
― The Princess of Las Pulgas
“catastrophe. What if they couldn’t find Aunt Lizzie? What if Harriet Hadley had disappeared for another hundred years? They picked their way along the trail, leading to the cedar grove where they hoped to find Cenozo. Before they reached the grove, a loud bellow brought them skidding to a stop and an alligator scout shot out of the grasses. His jaws gaped, and a threatening hiss came from between his jagged teeth. The war had made anybody with two legs the enemy. “Wait!” Pete”
― Alligators Overhead
― Alligators Overhead
“You're never given a dream without also being given the power to make it true.”
― Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah
― Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah
“If you don’t design your own life plan, chances are you’ll fall into someone else’s plan. And guess what they have planed for you? Not much.”
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“It's strange because sometimes, I read a book, and I think I am the people in the book.”
― The Perks of Being a Wallflower
― The Perks of Being a Wallflower
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I've been jumping all over the map this summer in my reading choices. From who-dunnits, to ghost stories, to juvenile books, and now an Asimov classic called The End of Eternity. I've even read a couple of cozy mysteries that I enjoyed. There are so many writers with such talent for weaving an excellent story.
Stacy wrote: "Merry Christmas C.!!!!" Thanks for the good wishes. Hope you had a great Christmas and are ready to start 2017 off with some super books!
Sign of the Green Dragon Giveaway starts August 24. I'm giving 10 books away, so hope all my friends will enter to win!
Stan wrote: "A belated thanks for choosing me to be among your friends, C.Lee. It may interest you that my book Marvin Clark—In Search of Freedom in now a matching FREE download on Amazon Kindle. Enjoy it while..."Just wanted to tell you that I haven't forgotten your book. I've just been buried and am way behind in my promised reviews. I'm hoping summer will let me catch up.
Thanks for all the messages Nehro, especially because of the sentiments they express.
“We must learn to live together as brothers or perish together as fools
i am honored by your friendship ... more best regards
the secret of happiness is to make others believe they are the cause of it
Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.
Stan wrote: "A belated thanks for choosing me to be among your friends, C.Lee. It may interest you that my book Marvin Clark—In Search of Freedom in now a matching FREE download on Amazon Kindle. Enjoy it while..."Hi Stan,
I'll download your book and I always review books that I feel I can give 3 stars. Looking forward to reading what you've written.
A belated thanks for choosing me to be among your friends, C.Lee. It may interest you that my book Marvin Clark—In Search of Freedom in now a matching FREE download on Amazon Kindle. Enjoy it while you can. (A little review on Amazon wouldn't hurt either!)http://www.amazon.com/Marvin-Clark-Se...
Glad I've got the giveaway started for Sliding on the Edge. It's spring. It's time for fresh starts and new beginnings. Giveaways seem a perfect way to celebrate all of that.
Karen wrote: "Hi C., thanks for friending,I've giving away #10 free copies of Me and Her: A Memoir Of Madness
How did I Reclaim my Life?
http://www.karentyrrell.com/10-global...
cheers,..."
That's very generous of you, Karen. Thanks.
Hi C., thanks for friending,I've giving away #10 free copies of Me and Her: A Memoir Of Madness
How did I Reclaim my Life?
http://www.karentyrrell.com/10-global...
cheers,
Karen :)
You bet! Am reading a bunch of eBooks at the moment. I'm finding my Kindle is quite a good companion.
Holly wrote: "Hi, Lee! Thanks for friending me!Holly"
I 'm not a very good friend here on goodreads. I've been totally swamped for a year with a new book coming out. Just catching up with other parts of my life.
Michael wrote: "Hey, there! Thanks for adding me - and sorry it took so long to reply (d'oh!)... :-)Cheers,
Mike"
Talk about taking a long time to respond. Here's mine . . . a year later. It's not that I want to ignore people, it's just that writing, publishing, reviewing, promoting books take a lot of time. Whatcha reading?
Rj1214 wrote: "I recommend "Shanghai Girls" by Lisa See. Good Read!Jody"
Hi Sorry I never did tell you thanks for recommendation. I got sidetracked with a book publication and then totally forgot. Anyway, thanks.
I recommend "Shanghai Girls" by Lisa See. Good Read!Jody
Hey, there! Thanks for adding me - and sorry it took so long to reply (d'oh!)... :-)Cheers,
Mike
Guess Valentine's Day is almost finished. Anyone having a special night out? Where are you going? Did you go? What was the highlight of your Feb. 14th this year?
