Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Falling Into Monday

Posted on September 21, 2020 by Silver James

Tomorrow is the Autumnal Equinox, when light and dark are balanced, equal. After that, the days grow shorter, the nights longer, and we face that stupid shifting of time in about a month. I love Fall, but for that stupidity. … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Working From Home

Posted on September 18, 2020 by Silver James

Ah, the joy of being retired. I didn’t get any funny clips to air on social media during the lockdown because I work from home and only zoomed a couple of times. Here’s your giggles and grins for the day. … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Pictures

Posted on September 17, 2020 by Silver James

There’s an old saying–a picture is worth a thousand words. As a writer, I sort of take that to heart, but not. Which makes no sense, right? Only to me, it does. Yes, I use words to paint the picture … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: A Whiter Shade of Pale

Posted on September 16, 2020 by Silver James

Ten points to anyone who gets the title! Today’s #1lineWed prompt is **Pale/Impale**. Since there are no vampires in the current WIPs, here’s a quick scene from NIGHT WISH. Yes, with RDR#9 back in NY, I’m once again working feverishly … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Mini Pumpkin Spice Latte Cheesecakes

Posted on September 15, 2020 by Silver James

I’ve shared this recipe before but since it’s now officially Pumpkin Spice Latte season, figure it’s time to share it again. This recipe is perfect for flavor fans. Enjoy it with plain coffee or your very own latte. Total Time: … Continue reading →

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Monday Deadlines

Posted on September 14, 2020 by Silver James

This pretty much sums up last week and my weekend. In fact, it says it all. Deadline is today. I’ll get ‘er done. Please tell me y’all had a real life the last few days!?!?

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Friday Sinema: Going Nuts

Posted on September 11, 2020 by Silver James

Okay, okay. Yes. All this pandemic thing is finally getting to me. And this guy has waaaaaay too much time on his hand but you know what, I not only wasted 7 minutes of my day, I’m thinking I’d actually … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Challenges

Posted on September 10, 2020 by Silver James

My mission, and unlike Mr. Phelps and/or Mr. Hunt*, I can’t choose to not accept, is to finish the line edits and revisions on my next Harlequin Desire by Friday. My wonderful editor hinted that I could probably have until … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Tis the Season

Posted on September 9, 2020 by Silver James

With a change in seasons looming ever closer, the #1lineWed theme is **SEASON**. And, I’m in the middle of line edits for the next Red Dirt book coming in February from Harlequin Desire so I thought I throw in a … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Cinnamon Muffins

Posted on September 8, 2020 by Silver James

Falls is coming! Fall is coming! Fall is my favorite season because I’m all about the cool and the flavors that just seem so tasty while enjoying the cooler temps. Also, I’m really big on muffins and breads and…well…okay, pies … Continue reading →

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