Literary Gratitude

I have so, so much to be thankful for in my life. I have a wonderful husband, an adorable dog, the best friends ever, a great family, and all the material things I could possibly need. In addition to feeling so blessed for all the things and people in my immediate life, I am deeply…

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Interview with Alexa from Alexa Loves Books

One of my favorite book bloggers is Alexa from Alexa Loves Books. She always writes thoughtful book reviews and gives the best book recommendations. After reading her blog for years,  I knew I had to interview her so you all good hear her thoughts on books and blogging. ·      Tell us a little bit about yourself…

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Love Actually

What is the first thing you think of when you think of love? If you are anything like me, you imagine all "the kissing scenes" in The Princess Bride or an equivalent fairytale image. Maybe the knight and the princess ride off into the sunset. Or there is a rom-com ending where the kid runs through…

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Episode #6: The Tea and Tequila Show–Series vs. Standalone Novels

Rocky and I discuss if we prefer series, trilogies, duologies, or standalone novels. We chat about the pros and cons of each and what writers can learn from other novels. I also rant about The Hunger Games.  Do you have any favorite series? Standalone novels? Let us know in the comments!

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More Exciting Than Willy Wonka’s Golden Tickets

Let me guess: you woke up this morning excited and slightly nervous. Kind of the way you feel before a first date. (Either that or you woke up feeling like death because of too much candy. Not that there is such a thing.) Why the joyous feeling that makes you want to sing music like you…

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