Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Thursday Thoughts: Universal Love at First Sight

Posted on February 13, 2020 by Silver James

Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day. Or Palentine’s, Galentine’s, or whatever. It’s a day to celebrate love–of every variety. I write romance. Love is my stock and trade. And it means that I’m a firm believer in love. And yes, I believe … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Only the Lonely

Posted on February 12, 2020 by Silver James

So…I was working yesterday. I had a phrase to work with: “What else do you want me to say?” And a theme: Lonely. In addition, a scene needed to evolve from something that occurred off page in BRIDE’S MOON. And … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Five Ingredient Deep Dish Meatball Pizza

Posted on February 11, 2020 by Silver James

Our favorite pizza from Papa Murphy’s is the All Meat Pan pizza. Except we exchange salami for black olives because I’m not a big fan of salami. I do like the Canadian bacon, hamburger, pepperoni, and Italian sausage. When I … Continue reading →

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Loving Monday

Posted on February 10, 2020 by Silver James

Another week retired, a new week beginning. Possibilities, people. Possibilities! And poor Monday. It needs some love once in awhile, right? So…what went on last week and over the weekend? I’m sure inquiring minds want to know. 😛 Writing: I … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Cool Ranch Dance

Posted on February 7, 2020 by Silver James

Okay, as promised, this is my follow-up to the Super Bowl. In other words, this is my assessment of the 2020 crop of Super Bowl commercials. There were approximately 50 ads aired. I remember 9 of them. In the order … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Heartbreak

Posted on February 6, 2020 by Silver James

Where would a romance novel be without the Black Moment™? What would romance authors do instead of sitting around dreaming up the worst thing that could happen to our hapless couples? It’s hard, people! Seriously. Writing a book where boy … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Emboldened

Posted on February 5, 2020 by Silver James

Okay, y’all! Get your fans out, crank up the AC and buckle up. Today’s short snippet is definitely NSFW so be warned because Holy Hotness! Today’s guest contributor, USA Today best-selling author MJ Nighingale, is truly bringing the heat! Of … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Jemma’s Fall-Off-The-Bone BBQ Pork Ribs

Posted on February 4, 2020 by Silver James

Today, we have another set of “guest chefs” in the house: MJ Nightingale and her heroine, Jemma Haner. I ❤ ribs like damn and whoah so I'm all over this recipe! And guess what?!?! These ribs are healthy. No. Really! … Continue reading →

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Super Bowl Monday 2020

Posted on February 3, 2020 by Silver James

Welpers, it’s Monday. It’s also the Monday after the Super Bowl. Lawyer Guy and I settled in to watch not only the commercials but the game. At the time I’m typing this, I’m about half-way through the pre-game show. 😂 … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Moonline

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Silver James

I would never do this. Ever! But wow, to watch this video? Kinda makes me wish I was young and adventurous again. Also, what a cool scene this would make in a book. 🤔🤔🤔 ( <– My thinking face while … Continue reading →

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