IWSG Monthly Blog for October 2025

Good morning. I hope you’re all enjoying the beauty and benefits of the changing seasons. In the Southern Hemisphere, you’ve welcomed spring, while those of us up north are hoping for a mild autumn with notes of summer for at least a few more weeks. This month’s question is: What is the most favorite thingContinue reading “IWSG Monthly Blog for October 2025”

Tuesday Tales: From the Word CEILING

Welcome to this week’s Tuesday Tales. The authors this week are writing to the prompt CEILING. There are times in a story when even as the author, I would like to be a fly in the room. Time to see Rudy confront Hazel. Enjoy. I’m a few words over 400. Don’t shoot me. I neededContinue reading “Tuesday Tales: From the Word CEILING”

I Should Be Working, But … Random Thoughts on a September Morning

After an exceptionally dry summer, autumn has arrived, and with it the rain we needed months and weeks ago. My plants went to an early grave when water levels fell so low that the local water authority asked its citizens to voluntarily cut back on water usage. That meant no more watering of lawns andContinue reading “I Should Be Working, But … Random Thoughts on a September Morning”

Tuesday Tales: From the Word STUBBORN

Welcome to this week’s Tuesday Tales. Autumn arrived officially on September 22, 2025. It seems like only yesterday that it was summer that we were welcoming. I swear the days are shorter, and that has nothing to do with the amount of sunlight. I don’t seem to get as much done each day as IContinue reading “Tuesday Tales: From the Word STUBBORN”

Autumn Reading at its Finest!

AUTUMN HEAT Kindle Edition by Natalie Ann (Author), Cynthia Cooke (Author), Susanne Matthews (Author), & 5 more  Format: Kindle Edition There’s a chill in the air, and as summer comes to an end, falling leaves of red, orange and gold flutter from the trees.Why not curl up in a chair near a warm cozy fire with your Kindle to take in a little Autumn Heat? These eightContinue reading “Autumn Reading at its Finest!”

Praise for And Justice for All!

Today I’m feeling on top of the world, thanks to a review of my novel, And Justice for All. Every writer second guesses themselves and I’m no exception. Hearing that your book gave someone a satisfying reading experience is not only a gift but it’s a blessing. It’s what makes you want to keep writing.Continue reading “Praise for And Justice for All!”

Tuesday Tales: From the Word Leafy

Wow! Mid-September. Days are already shorter and cooler. This week, the authors from Tuesday Tales are writing to the word prompt LEAFY. I’m continuing with Naughty Rudolph, my Christmas Romance Comedy. Rudy placed his hand at the small of my back , and I trembled. “I’m sorry about that, Mara.” He led me up theContinue reading “Tuesday Tales: From the Word Leafy”

Living the Dream: From the Word GOLDEN

Welcome to this week’s Tuesday Tales. Summer is coming to a close, but things are heating up for Mara and Rudy. Have you ever felt that instantaneous attraction, a pull greater than any other? I’m continuing with Naughty Rudolf, my Christmas Romance Comedy. Now that Mara has accepted her fate, the possibilities are endless. “IContinue reading “Living the Dream: From the Word GOLDEN”

Start your Christmas Reading Early!

Tired of all the hustle and bustle in the news? Need a few minutes to relax? Want to feel good about love and life again? Wherever you live, the seasons are changing and we all nee a break from reality. Have I got the box set for you! When the snow falls and hearts openContinue reading “Start your Christmas Reading Early!”

IWSG Blog for September 2025

Wow! September already! Where has the year gone? This month’s question is one that is in every author’s mind. September 3 question – What are your thoughts on using AI, such as GPChat, Raptor, and others with your writing? Would you use it for research, story bible, or creating outlines\beats? It is my intention, atContinue reading “IWSG Blog for September 2025”