Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Thursday Thoughts: Universal Selves

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Silver James

I’ve read today’s Universal message several times, mostly as a reminder. It makes sense without a lot of exposition. I guess that’s why the Universe so wise–at least on occasion. It all comes down to common sense and the message … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: First in Line

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Silver James

Wednesday has once again arrived and with it, a new #1lineWed prompt. Today? It’s all about the first line. If you’re on Twitter, go search out the #1lineWed hashtag. Since I normally post a snippet to go along with my … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Easy Crescent Danish

Posted on May 10, 2016 by Silver James

Ingredients: 2 cans ready to use refrigerated crescent rolls 2 8-ounce packages cream cheese 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 egg 1 egg white Glaze: 1/2 cup powdered sugar 2 Tablespoons milk (I use soy or almond milk) … Continue reading →

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May-day Monday

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Silver James

I’m going to fire holidays. Or find Murphy and string him up by his thumbs until we can convene an international congress to repeal his Law! I did get lovely flowers for Mother’s Day. And bonding time with the granddog, … Continue reading →

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Friday News

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Silver James

I can finally share lots and lots of book news. I was offered and accepted a FIVE book deal with Harlequin Desire. That means FIVE more Red Dirt Royalty books–at a minimum. The next book is Cash Barron’s story, the … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Fun

Posted on May 5, 2016 by Silver James

I have nothing to say. I typed THE END on NIGHT MOVES last night. Today, I’m elbow deep in typesetting edits for CONVENIENT COWGIRL BRIDE. I have to get it finished and back to New York. Like, yesterday. Okay, today. … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Pretty Is As Pretty Does

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Silver James

I had a lot of fun picking through snippets to find one for today’s #1lineWed theme, which if you haven’t guessed is: PRETTY. I should set this up. Lainey has been hurt and is in the hospital. She wakes up … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: Bacon Breakfast Pie

Posted on May 3, 2016 by Silver James

I’d fix this for dinner. Just sayin’… And I did. My comments below, after the recipe. Maple Bacon Breakfast Pie Take all your favorite breakfast ingredients -– bacon, eggs, hash browns, cheese, milk – and combine them into a glorious … Continue reading →

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A Monday In May

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Silver James

Welcome to May. Who remembers that old chestnut, “April showers bring May flowers, what do Mayflowers bring?” Raise your hands…** Let’s get to the roundup… Writing: So…I have publishing news. Soon. I don’t mean to be a tease but while … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Where Is My Mind

Posted on April 29, 2016 by Silver James

This is the state of my mind while finishing author review edits at the same time as figuring out new deadlines, and working on three projects simultaneously. Click at your own risk. You have been warned. Also, it’s Friday…

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