Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Thursday Thoughts: Universal Clinging

Posted on October 22, 2020 by Silver James

One of the hardest things an author has to do during the process of writing, editing, and publishing, is figuring out when to stop. It’s a hamster wheel. Heck, I don’t often read my own books, not because I don’t … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Squeeee

Posted on October 21, 2020 by Silver James

Today’s #1lineWed THEME is **ONOMATOPOEIA** which not so much a phrase as it is a device. Like, squee. Not that I’m excited or anything that NIGHT WISH is live on Amazon and Kobo. Yes, you can click on the title … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: No-Oven Peanut Butter Squares

Posted on October 20, 2020 by Silver James

I’m all about the no-bake, quick and easy yummy treats, especially when they resemble a favorite candy–Reeces Peanut Butter Cups. Only these are home-made. The hardest part of the whole recipe? Waiting the hour for them to chill so you … Continue reading →

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Monday Chills and Thrills

Posted on October 19, 2020 by Silver James

Yes. I’m running late. I can explain! No, really. See, after we got back from family time yesterday, I sat down to edit NIGHT WISH. And I just kept working. And working. And working. And, dang it! The story is … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Southern Princess

Posted on October 16, 2020 by Silver James

It’s a Southern thing, y’all. Just go with it and enjoy the laughs. Have a great weekend!

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Excuses

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Silver James

This is something we all do. You can admit it to yourself. You don’t have to acknowledge it here. I’ll admit it out loud. I make excuses. Especially when I should be doing something–like writing. Or editing. Or marketing. I … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: No Face Mask Required

Posted on October 14, 2020 by Silver James

I have no idea how it can suddenly be Wednesday again but it is and therefore it is time for more Wednesday Words. I won’t mask my astonishment that time flies. Or that I’m currently using masking tape to piece … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Apple Streusel Muffins

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Silver James

After summer came blazing back over the weekend, fall decided to peek around the corner and remind us that Halloween and Thanksgiving, along with fall harvest, are arriving soon. Apples, nuts, spices and streusel for the win! These muffins are … Continue reading →

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Thanking Monday

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Silver James

First, Happy Thanksgiving to all my Canadian friends! Enjoy a day filled with food, family, and friends! Second, lookie-lookie! *points to the cover on the left* That’s my new cover for NIGHT WISH. I’m excited. I have one goal this … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: NSFW Latte

Posted on October 9, 2020 by Silver James

Okay. First, this is NOT safe for work or sensitive ears. There is bad language. Lots of it. There are also lines that made me not only laugh out loud but occasionally howl with laughter. Would that be HWL in … Continue reading →

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