Category Archives: Writing Life

On being a writer

Tuesday Treats – Pretzel Turtles

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Silver James

It seems like I’m always under deadline around the holidays and with all the other stuff going on, time is always at a premium. Still, certain traditions–giving food–must be upheld, right? So…I was digging through the ol’ recipe box for … Continue reading →

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The First of Monday

Posted on December 1, 2014 by Silver James

Today is Monday. It’s also the first day of December, which is the last month of the year. So…a little reflection and some planning today. I hope everyone had a great holiday weekend, if here in the States, though hopefully … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts – On Thanksgiving

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Silver James

I have much to be thankful for this year. I have a wonderful husband who is my biggest fan. I have an amazing and talented daughter, a delightful son-in-law, and a perfect grandson. I have three furry children who love … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words – Jazz Hands

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Silver James

Today’s #1lineWed on Twitter is all about the hands. Using, touching, looking at, thinking about hands…you get the drift. So while I was working–and holy moley are there more surprises coming in MOONSTRUCK: SECRETS!!–I started making note of when and … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats – Baked Eggs

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Silver James

Huh. I was going to share the recipe to a quick and easy “holiday” treat that has been a tradition on my side of the family since forever. I haven’t made baked eggs in ages so I went in search … Continue reading →

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Monday Equals NaNo Brain

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Silver James

Shush! NaNo Brain is too a thing! Just ask anyone who’s taken part. I was ahead on my word count over the weekend. MOON SHOT is basically written. It needs a lot of hard editing and probably some chapter rearranging. … Continue reading →

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Friday Free-for-All

Posted on November 21, 2014 by Silver James

I don’t really have anything to say. The one cool YouTube I found this week, I posted on my FB page because I know far more Dr. Whovians over there than here. No cute puppies or kitties. No music videos. … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts – Universal Worldbuilding Part 2

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Silver James

Today’s musing comes on the heels of last weeks post. You can see it HERE if you missed it, or need a refresher. Today’s message from the Universe tends to sum up my thoughts about writing romance. I have to … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words – Moon Shot Snippet

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Silver James

I forgot I hadn’t “preloaded” a post for today. I was doing stuff. Important stuff. Like writing new words on MOON SHOT. Because I’m all caught up and a couple of hundred #NaNoWriMo words ahead as of yesterday. Today is … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats – Baby, It’s Cold Outside

Posted on November 18, 2014 by Silver James

It might still be fall according to the calendar but Mother Nature has decided it’s winter! I think it’s time to warm up so here are some quick recipes for hot drinks. Loco Coco 1 package coco mix boiling water … Continue reading →

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