Category Archives: Books

Tuesday Treats & Titles: Fudge Bottom Candy-Crunch Pie

Posted on August 17, 2021 by Silver James

Baby, it’s hot! And I’m all about the cool and creamy when it comes to sweet. I know a former EMT who feels the same way. Also…chocolate! You can’t go wrong with chocolate. Right? Total Time: 1 Hr. 20 Min. … Continue reading →

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Monday, Monday, So Good to Me

Posted on August 16, 2021 by Silver James

I’m not really a Monday kinda gal. Or I didn’t used to be. Now? I’m lucky if I remember what any day of the week is, much less Monday. Bein’ older’n dirt sucks. That said, it certainly beats the alternative. … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats and Titles: BBQ Chicken with Grilled Apples Salad

Posted on July 27, 2021 by Silver James

When it’s too hot to cook, it’s time to go to Plan B–grilling! This tasty salad combines a lot of flavor with easy prep, cook, and clean-up. What more could you want on a summer evening after a hard day … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats and Titles: America’s Favorite Grilled Cheese

Posted on June 29, 2021 by Silver James

“What the…?” You are probably asking that  question about now. “Everyone knows how to make a grilled cheese sandwich,” you say. “Don’t they?” Well…maybe. Maybe not. Personally, I make mine with Texas toast bread, double slices of cheese, a swipe … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Coffee Ice Cream Pie

Posted on June 22, 2021 by Silver James

So y’all know–or most of you–that I’m rather fond of coffee. I’m especially fond of coffee that is sweet and creamy. And then there’s pie. I especially like pie in the summer. So, coffee AND pie? I’m all over that! … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Potted Herb Cheese

Posted on June 8, 2021 by Silver James

If there’s one thing I love, it’s a good dip. I’m also a fan of both cheddar and bleu cheese. This “potted” dip is easy peasy, tasty, and hits the spot. Also, you can make ahead! Total Time: 2 Hr. … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Soundtrack

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Silver James

So. I did a thing. Okay, I’ve done lots of things but this is a new thing. Previously, I set up a playlist thingy in Spotify and posted it on the Penumbra Papers playlist page here on the site. This … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Hoedown

Posted on June 3, 2021 by Silver James

Yesterday was a brain day. And there are days when I don’t brain well at all. When it comes to formatting and making sure everything is right because one, I’m a professional and two, I’m a professional. That said, I’m … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Witches, Warlocks, and Wizards–Oh My!

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Silver James

Another Hump Day, another week of Wednesday Words. Today’s #1lineWed THEME is **WICHES, WARLOCKS, WIZARDS.” It just so happens that GHOSTS & THE ANCIENT STONES has those in spades. 😉 This snippet is from early in the book. Sade and … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Dalgona Coffee

Posted on June 1, 2021 by Silver James

I’d really thought I’d have GHOSTS & THE ANCIENT STONES out int the wild by now, because I have all these “Sade” recipes stored up. Ah well. Next Tuesday! Until then, here’s something our favorite FBI agent loves to indulge … Continue reading →

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