Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Tuesday Treats & Titles: Slow-Cooker Cheesy Bacon Strata

Posted on February 9, 2021 by Silver James

Looking for something that appears fancy but is totally easy? And yummy? For breakfast or brunch, this strata hits all the right buttons. And it looks like a fancy chef spent HOURS making it just for you and your guests. … Continue reading →

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Not So Super Monday

Posted on February 8, 2021 by Silver James

So…it’s Monday. We’re hitting the second week of Puxatawney Phil’s prediction of six more weeks of winter and man, did he hit that nail on the head. Ugh. I want to be this cat because we’re looking at frigid arctic temps … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Who Let the Dogs In?

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Silver James

Okay. Turn about is fair play. Last week, we listened to the cats. This week, the dogs get their chance. And I need to win the lottery so I can hire this guy to narrate my books! Just sayin’… Have … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Desire

Posted on February 4, 2021 by Silver James

Okay, I’m all over this because…hello! Romance author!!! And I write for the Harlequin Desire line. Plus, I have a new Harlequin Desire book that just released this week. You know, in case you’ve missed all the announcements I’ve been … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Deja Vu All Over Again

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Silver James

Another hump day, more new words on the WIP. Not a bad trade-off. The #1lineWed theme for today offered up some snippets from previous books but also opened up the possibilities for new words so…yeah. Grab ’em while their hot! … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Blue Baby Cakes

Posted on February 2, 2021 by Silver James

Producing a book is kinda like being pregnant and giving birth. Today is TWICE THE TEMPTATION’s birthday. To celebrate, I’m sharing this gender reveal cupcake recipe. It’s very appropriate since Britt Owens is expecting. Total Time: 1 Hr. 29 Min. … Continue reading →

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Groundhog Monday

Posted on February 1, 2021 by Silver James

Tomorrow is Groundhog Day. I’ve always wondered how the “keepers” of Punxsutawney Phil have managed to predict whether the poor little guy sees his shadow or not given the massive display of lights set up by the media. While I … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: The Cats’ Meow

Posted on January 29, 2021 by Silver James

Happy Friday! This month is almost gone. At the moment, I’m kinda glad time is moving on. I watched this video and am issuing a Liquids Alert. Also, I gigglesnorted. Often. And I had two takeaways: 1. Yes! I totally … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Thumbs Up

Posted on January 28, 2021 by Silver James

Writing is mostly a solitary occupation. We authors don’t perform on a stage or in a stadium. We sit at a desk (or someplace) with a computer and keyboard. We live in the worlds of our imaginations, peopling it with … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: I’m Melting…

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Silver James

We’re headed toward the end of January and I can see Groud Hog Day and maybe a hint a spring on the horizon. In the meantime, this week’s #1lineWed THEME is **MELT**.  Most of the melting done in my current … Continue reading →

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