Monthly Archives: February 2011

The Bookpile: My Ongoing Kindle Addiction

It’s a good thing my husband doesn’t read this blog. He  doesn’t need to know how much money I’m spending on books. If he was to find out I’d be really hard pressed to continue my complaints about his penchant … Continue reading

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Fun With The Alter Ego

I contribute over at The Galaxy Express on a  regular basis, writing in the guise of my alter ego, Agent Z., Intergalactic Spy and Professional Troublemaker. She’s tons of fun to write, being that she’s addicted to Pan Galactic Gargle … Continue reading

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Sexy Songs For Writing Sex Scenes

It can be hard, you know. After a long day at the job, corralling the kids, cleaning up and doing chores, to then sit down and write a sizzling sex scene. Sometimes I need a little something to get me in the … Continue reading

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You, my antagonist, in that splintering dream…

Once again I am delighted to join the Absolute Write blog chain. This month the theme is antagonists. There are two parts to the challenge: 1) Describe the antagonist in your novel in 50 words or less. 2)  What would you … Continue reading

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The Book Pile: Warm Up with Olivia Gates

If you are reading this in the United States you are probably, like me, huddled inside your house and waiting for this winter storm to blow over. It is dang cold! I have icicles on my icicles . So how … Continue reading

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