Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Thursday Thoughts: Universal Journey

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Silver James

I’m not a famous author. At best, I’m mid-list but hey. I sell some books. I get the occasional bit of fan mail. and I’ve made friends of some of my readers. S’all good. But you know what? The Universe … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Thunder and Lightning

Posted on August 19, 2020 by Silver James

It’s Wednesday again. I don’t know why that surprises me. But it’s Wednesday. And that means words to fit the theme of #1lineWed from Twitter. Which I don’t do because…Twitter. But I like the nudge of the prompt, so there … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: 30-Minute Chicken Skillet Manicotti

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Silver James

I’m a big fan of Italian food. I’m also a big fan of easy and quick Italian food. Or Mexican food. Or any kind of tasty food for that matter. Because, let’s face it. I. Like. Food. I just don’t … Continue reading →

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Half-Way Monday

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Silver James

So, this whole waking up waaaaay before the butt-crack of dawn is getting old. REALLY old! And it makes me feel older than I am and I’m older than dirt. Thing is, once I wake up, I’m awake. Pretty much. … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Walk on the Wild Side

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Silver James

It’s Friday. How did that happen so fast? Like this week, this video is short. And it sort of made me laugh because the male wolf in it? Yeah, he sort of reminded me–at least personality-wise–of several of the Wolves … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Hindsight

Posted on August 13, 2020 by Silver James

So, the other day on a friend’s blog, she was talking about authors telling potential readers that their books are just like *insert best selling author(s) name here*. Back when I was cold querying agents and editors, one of the … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Friends

Posted on August 12, 2020 by Silver James

Well now. It’s Wednesdeay again and time for more words. I have some. Yay! Today’s theme is FRIENDS. I was not a fan of the show but when you have friends in low places, it’s all good. Today’s very rough, … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Three-Ingredient Cloud Bread

Posted on August 11, 2020 by Silver James

Sometimes, store-bought just doesn’t cut it and you want something that looks fancy when you make up a board. “What’s a board?” you ask. That’s when you make up a snazzy spread of fruit, cheese, meat, crackers, breads, and other … Continue reading →

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Hot August Nights and a Monday

Posted on August 10, 2020 by Silver James

Hot August Night. That used to be one of my favorite albums by one of my favorite singers. Oh, the fantasies I had about Neil Diamond when I was young and foolish. Back when such things mattered to an angsty … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Two Scotsman Walk into a Pub…

Posted on August 7, 2020 by Silver James

I have one word for you: KILTS! Okay, I have a few more words…MEN IN KILTS. I will be adding this to my DVR because…Graham McTavish! Oh, and Sam Heughan, too. Just watch the teaser. You’ll understand my delight! Have … Continue reading →

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