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Serious Series – Part 2 (Brennan Edition)

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Silver James

How many of you are familiar with Allison Brennan? I know a few of you *looks at B.E.* are. I started reading Allison’s books about the time she released her Seven Deadly Sins series and then stayed when she launched … Continue reading →

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Serious Series – Part 1

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Silver James

I received a message on Facebook the other day asking whether ROGUE MOON was the last in the Moonstruck series. I began an answer, got distracted, and never finished. I plan on discussing the question, and others, over the course … Continue reading →

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Universal Rules

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Silver James

Yesterday, on Janet’s blog, the subject of rules was brought up. There were some interesting comments. I had this little gem from the Universe tucked back in my files and this seemed like a good time to bring it out. … Continue reading →

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Tugging on Superman’s Cape

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Silver James

Yesterday’s weekend update put me in mind of some craft type thoughts so I thought I’d follow up today. I’d mentioned my discovery, upon watching THE AVENGERS, about how even comic book characters can become three-dimensional with deep emotions and … Continue reading →

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Wait?!? It Can’t be Monday!

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Silver James

But it is. All day. Who had fun this weekend? What did you do? Me? I was lazy. No. I mean REALLY lazy. But I think I needed it. I finished off a couple of books. Nothing that really jumped … Continue reading →

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What’s My Line?

Posted on March 22, 2013 by Silver James

Many times, when I least expect it, a phrase or a snatch of conversation pops into my head. I figure Iffy is doing a drive by but I always dutifully make note of her suggestions. Quite often, I incorporate them … Continue reading →

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Universal Tears

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Silver James

Yesterday was a tough writing day. I had to create a scene between two secondary characters–a scene fraught with anger and hurt. One character wanted to throw up her hands and walk away, pulling her emotions around her like a … Continue reading →

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