Susanne Matthews

IWSG Blog Post for March 2025

Welcome to March. So far, 2025 has consisted of one political crisis after another, something that makes it hard for me to focus on anything creative. I keep hoping something will happen to make things better, but I feel I will be sadly disappointed before it ends. March 5 question – If for one dayContinue reading “IWSG Blog Post for March 2025”

Tuesday Tales: From the Word WHITE

Welcome to March and this week’s Tuesday Tales. Our word prompt is WHITE. I’m continuing with my Romance Suspense, And Justice for All. Please note that while the events in this story may mirror current events, the story is entirely fictitious and the product of my imagination. Enjoy. “Harry, those questions you asked about CliffContinue reading “Tuesday Tales: From the Word WHITE”

A Peek at The Awakening, Book One Listen to the Stones Saga

In five days’ time, Marina Fraser Mitchell will make her debut in the annals of fantasy novels when The Awakening, Book One of the Listen to the Stones Saga goes live for the first time. The book will be released in paperback and eBook on March 3, 2025, and will also be available in KindleContinue reading “A Peek at The Awakening, Book One Listen to the Stones Saga”

Tuesday Tales: From the Word PERFECT

Here we are at the end of February. Winter is certainly erratic this year. Welcome to Tuesday Tales. Our word prompt is PERFECT. I’m continuing with And Justice For All, my Romance Suspense. Enjoy. Maggie shut the door to Morris’s office. She was shaking, filled with a combination of anger, fear, and dismay. Harry Collins.Continue reading “Tuesday Tales: From the Word PERFECT”

Living the Dream: From the Word SLOW

Welcome to this week’s Tuesday Tales. Yesterday was Presidents’ Day in the US and Family Day in Canada. I enjoyed quality time with my family. Our word prompt this week is SLOW. I’m continuing with And Justice for All my Romance Suspense from the Protecting the Innocent Series. Enjoy! “What do you mean?” Maggie turnedContinue reading “Living the Dream: From the Word SLOW”

I Did a Thing: Cover Reveal and Pre-Order for The Awakening, Book One of the Listen to the Stones Saga!

Happy Valentine’s Day! What better time to release a fantasy novel based on the power of true love? It’s official and it’s pre-order is live! The Awakening Book Blurb: An only child raised by a secretive, single mother who forever mourned the loss of the man she loved and an Irish grandmother who espoused aContinue reading “I Did a Thing: Cover Reveal and Pre-Order for The Awakening, Book One of the Listen to the Stones Saga!”

Tuesday Tales: From the Word HEART

Welcome to this week’s Tuesday Tales. Friday is Valentine’s Day and it’s fitting that our word prompt this week is HEART. I’m continuing with And Justice For All, my Romance Suspense that is the third book in the Protecting the Innocent series. Enjoy! “If Cliff had problems with anyone from the Reserve, he would’ve toldContinue reading “Tuesday Tales: From the Word HEART”

So, What’s Happened to Listen to the Stones? I Did a Thing…

Most authors know that the story they set out to write and the story they end up writing are never exactly the same. No matter whether you’re a plotter or a pantser, life happens, and things change. Sometimes, the story just doesn’t work, and when that happens, you have to go back and figure outContinue reading “So, What’s Happened to Listen to the Stones? I Did a Thing…”

Insecure Writer’s Support Group Blog Post for February 2025

Welcome to February 2025. Today is the one-year anniversary of my mother’s death. I didn’t think things could get any worse for me, but they did, and not just for me, for the whole of humanity. Sadly, I’m convinced that things will get even worse before they get better. Trying to stay positive isn’t easy.Continue reading “Insecure Writer’s Support Group Blog Post for February 2025”

Tuesday Tales: From the Word CHILD

Welcome to February 2025. I, for one am not sorry to say goodbye to January. This week is filled with bittersweet memories as it marks the one-year anniversary of my mother’s passing. I can take comfort in knowing she’s no longer in pain. This week, our word prompt is CHILD. I’m continuing with And JusticeContinue reading “Tuesday Tales: From the Word CHILD”