Tag Archives: books

Tuesday Treats & Titles: You Pick

Posted on July 25, 2023 by Silver James

I’m all up in my business of editing CROSSFIRE with an eye of maybe getting it released by the end of the month. My editor/proofreader is on standby and I’m hoping my cover designer can fit me in for a … Continue reading →

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Madcap Monday

Posted on July 24, 2023 by Silver James

It’s Monday once again. Sadly, July has one more Monday on the calendar. Ya know, it’s a bad cosmic joke when there are five Mondays in a month. Not fair. If I thought it would do any good, I’d grab … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Big Easy Cinnamon Biscuit Monkey Bread

Posted on July 18, 2023 by Silver James

Need a quick and easy snack when friends are coming for coffee? Or a treat for breakfast? Dessert when you don’t have much time but want something that’ll just hit the spot? Yeah, me too! Sometimes, I have really good … Continue reading →

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Monday in the Middle

Posted on July 17, 2023 by Silver James

Poor Monday. Even us semi-retired, work-from-home types tend to stigmatize the day. It’s not Monday’s fault. And those that don’t work M-F/9-5 jobs have way different time tables. I used to work shifts–24 on, 48 off. And then I worked … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Dew Da Bundt Cake

Posted on July 11, 2023 by Silver James

I’m all for homemade “from scratch” baking. Since I’m older than dirt, I remember when cake mixes were so not a thing. And since I’m older than dirt, I’ve come to appreciate the ease and convenience of mixes. I’m also … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: 4th of July Edition

Posted on July 4, 2023 by Silver James

No recipe today and no book. Instead, I’m tossing it to y’all. What’s your favorite dessert, side, or main dish to serve to faimily and friends on the 4th of July or any other summer holiday. Of course, down in … Continue reading →

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Mandatory Monday

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Silver James

So, back in the day when I actually had to get up, put on real clothes, and commute to a job, I learned that, when it comes to messing up the work week, the only thing worse than a 3-day … Continue reading →

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SMASHWORDS BOOK SALE

Posted on July 1, 2023 by Silver James

Now is your best chance to find almost all of my ebook collections for a promotional price (50% off!!!) at Smashwords as part of their Annual Summer/Winter Sale! Find my books and many more HERE all month! #SWSale2023 #Smashwords

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: Tortellini Double Stuff

Posted on June 27, 2023 by Silver James

Unfortunately for LG, I like pasta salads, especially when it’s hot outside and I can add meat because…carnivore here. I normally use “garden” rotini and add grilled chicken but this dish makes for a tasty change of pace. And yes, I’m … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Law 123

Posted on June 22, 2023 by Silver James

Conflict. It’s what often drives the plot engine. Oh, and character development. There’s a famous quote in writing circles: “In writing, you must kill all your darlings.” It’s been attributed to Willaim Faulkner but you can’t prove that by me. There’s … Continue reading →

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