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On being a writer

In a Monday Kind of Mood

Posted on September 25, 2017 by Silver James

This is the last Monday in the month. The autumnal equinox happened toward the end of last week. Days will be getting shorter, nights darker. I’m down with that. Autumn is my favorite time of year. I have two deadlines … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Fool’s Paradise

Posted on September 22, 2017 by Silver James

This is Dante Frisiello, aka Roxanne St. Claire’s not-so-baby-anymore boy. He should be a hero in a romance novel, don’t you think?

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Check Six

Posted on September 21, 2017 by Silver James

Check Six is a term the military uses. It means several things–like look behind you to make sure no one is sneaking up on your blind side, or look back along the trail/road/path so that you can recognize landmarks and … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Wild Hunt

Posted on September 20, 2017 by Silver James

Today’s #1lineWed theme is a walk on the wild side with a wild thing where the wild things are. 😆 Yes, you’ve guessed it! The theme is **WILD** and here’s a rather tense scene between Roman and Verity. Don’t ask … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Make-ahead Mini Meatloaves

Posted on September 19, 2017 by Silver James

When I start getting close to deadlines, I’m always looking for good food that’s easy to fix–or can be made ahead. These yummy Mini Mealoaves checks off both boxes. Prep Time: 10 min. Total Time: 55 min. Servings: 6 servings … Continue reading →

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Midway Monday

Posted on September 18, 2017 by Silver James

September–the time of state fairs, cooler weather, football, and the lead up to post-season baseball. Fall is my favorite time of year. The autumnal equinox happens this week. I’m ready. Let’s see…to catch up on things. College football is a … Continue reading →

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Saturday Reading List: Wishing for a Great Read

Posted on September 16, 2017 by Silver James

So…I have a friend who happens to be a really talented author. Her name is B.E. Sanderson and she’s written an amazing series of books about the Djinn. The 4th and final book in the series released yesterday and to … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Blank Page

Posted on September 15, 2017 by Silver James

The song is “Blank Page” sung by Christina Aguilera. The dancer is Francis Perreault. The music video is by Sia. Take five minutes to marvel. You’re welcome.

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Above All

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Silver James

One question writer’s get asked most often is: “Where do you get your ideas?” or “Where do the stories come from?” Variations on a theme. In my case, it can be a variety of factors but the most constant is … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Stone Cold

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Silver James

Another week half-way done and time for this week’s #1lineWed theme. Chill out, grab an ice tea and settle in for some cold-blooded words centered around the theme of **COLD**. 😉 This is a scene from Roman’s book (with a … Continue reading →

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