Tag Archives: inspiration

Thursday Thoughts: Universal Changes

Posted on February 11, 2021 by Silver James

Those of us who write fiction most often live in our heads. We have worlds in the there, populated with place and people and critters and…well…lots of things. Quite often, we transpose our own experiences onto those of our characters. … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Up First

Posted on February 10, 2021 by Silver James

Another week, another Wednesday, more words! Today’s #1lineWed theme is all about firsts: INAUGURAL – Initial. First. The beginning. Making it official. And what’s a better beginning that Chapter 1, wherein our intrepid FBI agents find their first clue, start … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Who Let the Dogs In?

Posted on February 5, 2021 by Silver James

Okay. Turn about is fair play. Last week, we listened to the cats. This week, the dogs get their chance. And I need to win the lottery so I can hire this guy to narrate my books! Just sayin’… Have … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Desire

Posted on February 4, 2021 by Silver James

Okay, I’m all over this because…hello! Romance author!!! And I write for the Harlequin Desire line. Plus, I have a new Harlequin Desire book that just released this week. You know, in case you’ve missed all the announcements I’ve been … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: Deja Vu All Over Again

Posted on February 3, 2021 by Silver James

Another hump day, more new words on the WIP. Not a bad trade-off. The #1lineWed theme for today offered up some snippets from previous books but also opened up the possibilities for new words so…yeah. Grab ’em while their hot! … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: The Cats’ Meow

Posted on January 29, 2021 by Silver James

Happy Friday! This month is almost gone. At the moment, I’m kinda glad time is moving on. I watched this video and am issuing a Liquids Alert. Also, I gigglesnorted. Often. And I had two takeaways: 1. Yes! I totally … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Thumbs Up

Posted on January 28, 2021 by Silver James

Writing is mostly a solitary occupation. We authors don’t perform on a stage or in a stadium. We sit at a desk (or someplace) with a computer and keyboard. We live in the worlds of our imaginations, peopling it with … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Words: I’m Melting…

Posted on January 27, 2021 by Silver James

We’re headed toward the end of January and I can see Groud Hog Day and maybe a hint a spring on the horizon. In the meantime, this week’s #1lineWed THEME is **MELT**.  Most of the melting done in my current … Continue reading →

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Friday Sinema: Dragon Age

Posted on January 22, 2021 by Silver James

Since I’m in a “dragon state of mind”–thanks to Nikos making waves for Sade and Sinjen, I thought I’d share one of the first Linsey Stirling videos I ever watched. Enjoy your Friday, beware of dragons, and have a great … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Journey

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Silver James

When you have a career in the “arts,” you are always waiting for The Call™. When you’re in the beginning of a relationship, you are always waiting for A Call™. When you are out of work and applying everywhere, you … Continue reading →

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