Happy Coronation Day, King George!
Amanda McCabe’s post on Risky Regencies today reminded me that this is the 248th anniversary of the coronation of George III, which took place on September 22nd, 1761. Doesn’t he look natty in his coronation robes? I’ve taken a proprietary interest in the much-afflicted monarch ever since he played a crucial supporting role in The…
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… about writing, writers, and peanut butter on the Access Romance blog.
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Although I am still holding out for Northanger and Nosferatu, check out this link to the book trailer for Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters. I don’t believe I’ve ever seen Willoughby portrayed in quite such a sympathetic light before. The bug-eyed expression on his face is truly something to behold.
Read MoreMini-Contest Winner!
The winner of the mini-contest, chosen completely at random, is… Aleah! Congrats, Aleah! Thanks so much to everyone for sharing your thoughts on the future of the Pink gang. I can’t tell you how helpful it is. Happy Friday!
Read MoreHe may not be Augustus Whittlesby, but….
… someone just made a movie about Keats! Click here for pictures and trailer. I just love that they used the word “minx” in describing the heroine. Someone has been reading his Regency romance novels.
Read More"A gentleman does not conga…."
My little sister just sent me this Pride and Prejudice spoof, courtesy of Smart Bitches Trashy Books. Make sure your office door is closed before listening– loud chortles will ensue:
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As I’ve been plotting the next few books in the series (yes, yes, evil laughter here), I’ve been thinking a lot about loose ends. One of the interesting things about series writing is that, book by book, you accumulate a vast collection of bit characters and bystanders, some of whom may crop up again, and…
Read MorePink Carnation Playlist
A couple of weeks ago, I was bopping along on the elliptical instrument of torture at the gym when I Ran by Flock of Seagulls came on the 80’s music channel (listening to peppy music at the gym is the only way I can get myself to go). The lyrics, which I had never really…
Read MoreGeneral Inquiry
Now that I’m back from the writing rabbit hole and beginning to pick up the threads of normal life, I have a question for you all. As I get around to updating the site, what would you like to see here over the next few months? Any and all suggestions are welcome. Also, since I’ve…
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Hi, all! As those of you who hang out on Facebook already know, I just emerged from a massive deadline crunch (more about that later). One of the things I am most looking forward to (aside from chopping off my split ends this afternoon so that I no longer look like a refugee from the…
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