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Training your brain to shift focus

For me, the most difficult part of being a writer is not the writing itself. That’s something I enjoy more than almost anything in life. No, the most difficult thing is keeping my eyes off my email whenever I’m waiting to hear back from someone. Without fail–whether I’ve sent off my manuscript for feedback or… Continue reading Training your brain to shift focus

One day in a time machine

Research – love it or hate it, it’s vital for any well-written story. If, like my critique partner Suzanne Johnson, you write urban fantasy and paranormal romance, you might find your bookshelf filled with fun titles like The Complete Guide to the Undead. I’m jealous; my shelves are filled with war diaries. As a contemporary… Continue reading One day in a time machine

The problem with having an alpha male brother

I’ve got a new gig blogging once a week about contemporary romance at The Season. Check out my first post, about all the ways my macho brother has ruined romance for me. (And yes, he could have posed for the cover of the Bella Andre novel in the post. Sickening, isn’t it?) Even better, Bev’s… Continue reading The problem with having an alpha male brother

A birthday weekend fit for a romance novelist

My birthday is tomorrow. I know, it doesn’t give you much time to shop for me. But don’t worry – my husband’s already given me the best gift ever, so you don’t need to get me anything. Almost every year since we’ve been together, my husband has taken me away for my birthday weekend. Each… Continue reading A birthday weekend fit for a romance novelist