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On being a writer

Monday Countdown to Christmas

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Silver James

Seven days from Christmas… Yeah…I’m not ready. But then I never am. More fun that way, right? Of course it is! Those of you who are ready, raise your hands so I can *phbbthh* at you. 😛 On a more … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Snow Love

Posted on December 16, 2016 by Silver James

And here is our final John Lewis Christmas commercial. I hope you’ve discovered the spirit of the season and that the special magic that abounds this time of year has touched your hearts. This is a No Scrooge Zone and … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Ways and Means

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Silver James

This has been a long year full of ups, many downs, good things, bad, moments of happiness, and those filled with profound sadness. When times are tough, I’m thankful my family always “pulls on the same rope.” That’s a phrase … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: I’ve Been Framed

Posted on December 14, 2016 by Silver James

Here it is Wednesday again and time to play #1lineWed. Today’s theme: **FRAME or EDGE** Oh, the possibilities! The twists and turns. The detours and deviations. Today, I’m truly tossing out something from my WIP–unedited, raw, pretty much the way … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Titles: Redeemed by the Cowgirl

Posted on December 13, 2016 by Silver James

I am very pleased to reveal the cover and teaser for the next Red Dirt Royalty book. This is the book a lot of fans have been waiting for. Readers hate Cash almost as much as they despise Cyrus Barron. … Continue reading →

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Mondays and New Beginnings

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Silver James

It’s two weeks until Christmas. I’m not panicked. MUCH! I haven’t bought a present, nor stocking stuffers. No making, baking, or taking. Yikes! I really need to get in gear, huh? Would help if I had some Christmas wish lists… … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Best Friends

Posted on December 9, 2016 by Silver James

Continuing with our series of John Lewis Christmas commercials, here’s one that is very sweet and about a boy and his best friend. Enjoy and Merry Christmas.

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Wednesday Words: Through the Window Darkly

Posted on December 7, 2016 by Silver James

It’s Wednesday again which means it is time to play #1lineWed if you are on Twitter, or in my case, to post a snippet from my current WIP using today’s theme: **WINDOW** I’m happy to announce that RDR#6, which is … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Apple Pie Dip

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Silver James

I snagged this recipe from Kraft Foods. I haven’t made this yet but it sounds like a great party dish for kids and adults as an appetizer or dessert. Yum! Easy to double or triple and I’d probably cheat and … Continue reading →

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A Monday in December

Posted on December 5, 2016 by Silver James

So…technology. And interwebz things. These things are sooo not my friends! The bad news is my old faithful desk top is chugging like the little engine that almost could. The good news is, my Christmas present is coming early. Like … Continue reading →

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