Tag Archives: musing

Monday Musings

Posted on June 6, 2022 by Silver James

It’s June. How did that happen? Why is June the season for weddings? You know, that whole June bride thing. I’m sure I know the mythology behind it but it’s buried in the London fog that is my brain currentl … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Love

Posted on June 2, 2022 by Silver James

Ya know, considering the state of the world in 2022–and especially the last week or so, I figure this is a message we all need. No musing. No philosophizing. Just this: Love where you’ve been. Love where you’re at. Love … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats and Titles: Comfort

Posted on May 31, 2022 by Silver James

Eventually, I’ll get back to hawking my books. At the moment, I feel like a baseball player in a slump. Yes, I have been watching a lot of baseball and softball lately. Tis the season, don’cha know. Writers (and readers) … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Stick a Fork In It

Posted on May 26, 2022 by Silver James

A friend of mine was talking about which WIP to work on and why she’d switched from one to another. She mentioned reader input and then we discussed inspiration, because sometimes, to find the words, you need to listen to … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats & Titles: What’s in a Name?

Posted on May 24, 2022 by Silver James

Or in this case, a title. First, a little good news, at least as far as I’m concerned. I’m about 1/4 of the way through revisions on UNDER THE ASSASSIN’S MOON. I have every intention of remaining diligent and getting … Continue reading →

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May Your Monday Be Mundane

Posted on May 23, 2022 by Silver James

It’s just another Monday and I don’t have a whole lot to relate. I was a slug most of last week and over the weekend. Ah, well. It happens. I’m old. And sadly, I’m really starting to feel it both … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Spook

Posted on May 19, 2022 by Silver James

When this message from the Big U crossed my monitor, it hit me two ways. First, because I often struggle with my writing, I tend to focus these tidbits of wisdom on that. And this one definitely fits. I’ve talked … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal POV

Posted on May 12, 2022 by Silver James

Sometimes, in writing, the hardest part is to decide which character should have the floor, so to speak. In other words, who is the POV (Point of View) character. A lot of publishers, editors, and readers like to be in … Continue reading →

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A Mother of Mondays

Posted on May 9, 2022 by Silver James

Yesterday was Mother’s Day. It was hot and humid and I hid under the AC because…that’s how I roll. 😉 The James Gang celebrated on Saturday, which was a beautiful day. First, there was siren test because…first Saturday. Then it … Continue reading →

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Thursday Thoughts: Universal Edits

Posted on May 5, 2022 by Silver James

[Edit: This was supposed to published at my usual 6 a.m. However, I evidently didn’t change the time when I scheduled. Brain fog. Anyway, better late than never, right?] Ishould maybe explain how these posts come about. I get an … Continue reading →

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