Posted by Jennifer on Jul 18, 2011 in
Books Happy Monday!
My friend Melissa McClone has a new Harlequin Romance book out this month called NOT-SO-PERFECT PRINCESS and is on a book tour now!
I'm thrilled that she's stopped by my personal BLOG today to talk a little about the recent subject of her book: princesses in romances.
Stop by if you have the chance!
**MELISSA WILL BE GIVING AWAY a $20 Amazon gift certificate to a random commenter from her tour; the more you comment, the better your chances of winning.
Jennifer fancies herself a more prolific writer than she really is and has an unnatural tendency to use words like "fancies" and "prolific" when describing herself. Please feel free to check out her ebook, The Role of a Lifetime from Samhain Publishing and her recent Avalon romance Georgie on His Mind--where she promises she didn't use either of those words in her stories.
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Posted by Jennifer on Mar 9, 2011 in
Books,
ebooks,
Writing 
Hey, all!
I'm over at Ju Dimello's blog today (sick and all) talking about…well, myself– as well as misconceptions I had when I first started writing.
Commenters will be entered to win either an ebook copy or print copy of my romantic comedy,The Role of a Lifetime.
Contest runs now through the weekend. So plenty of time to stop by if you have the chance. 
I'm off to take Advil and have some more peppermint tea. 
Jennifer fancies herself a more prolific writer than she really is and has an unnatural tendency to use words like "fancies" and "prolific" when describing herself. Please feel free to check out her ebook, The Role of a Lifetime from Samhain Publishing and her recent Avalon romance Georgie on His Mind--where she promises she didn't use either of those words in her stories.
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Posted by Jennifer on Feb 28, 2011 in
Books,
Writing Hi, all!
I’m very excited to announce that Harlequin author Melissa McClone is on my personal blog today talking about how she got started writing for Harlequin Romance.
Melissa is on a blog tour promoting her sweet romance new release Expecting Royal Twins. She will be giving away a $20 Amazon.com GC to one randomly drawn commenter from her tour.
So stop by and leave a comment on my BLOG and be entered in her contest.
Good luck!
Jennifer fancies herself a more prolific writer than she really is and has an unnatural tendency to use words like "fancies" and "prolific" when describing herself. Please feel free to check out her ebook, The Role of a Lifetime from Samhain Publishing and her recent Avalon romance Georgie on His Mind--where she promises she didn't use either of those words in her stories.
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Posted by Jennifer on Feb 14, 2011 in
Bragging Rights 
Just when I thought 2011 couldn't get any better, I get a great email this morning.
My Avalon Books romance, GEORGIE ON HIS MIND is one of the CataNetwork Single Titles 2010 Reviewers’ Choice Award Winners!!
So excited and so thankful!!
Happy Valentine's Day, everyone!!
Jennifer fancies herself a more prolific writer than she really is and has an unnatural tendency to use words like "fancies" and "prolific" when describing herself. Please feel free to check out her ebook, The Role of a Lifetime from Samhain Publishing and her recent Avalon romance Georgie on His Mind--where she promises she didn't use either of those words in her stories.
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Posted by Jennifer on Feb 9, 2011 in
Challenges,
Goals,
Writing 
HI, all! Jennifer here!
Well, I'm happy to report that I'm doing great on my Book in 3 Month Challenge! Granted I had a wee bit of a head start, but so far I have a good chunk of my manuscript written–35% to be exact.
You might not know it, but I'm remaining calm and collected about this. Thus, the "logical and calm" word count meter below.
Checking in with my critique partners and posting our daily word total has really kept me from slacking. (Somewhat, anyway) I find when I'm writing, it helps to take small breaks every 30 or 40 minutes, where I quickly check Twitter or email, throw a load of laundry on, or make myself a cup of tea.
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As far as P90x goes, I can't believe this is week FIVE already. I am definitely noticing a difference in what I can do now from when I first started (which wasn't much) LOL
The Yoga X was my most dreaded routine. Not because it took up an HOUR AND A HALF of my time but because I found it the most impossible, ridiculous exercise routine on the workout plan. And now I can say that after all this time…
I finally did a session on Saturday and actually enjoyed it. I know. Weirdo-rama. But I bought a yoga block on Amazon and that really helped a lot with some of the moves.
Just like in my writing, where I'm checking in and comparing goals, I'm checking in with my hubby on the P90x plan as well. It really helps to have someone doing it with you because whenever I'm tempted to just skip a day, I have him giving me a look and guilting me into doing it. (The hubby is much more goal oriented than I am) So I'm grateful to have someone else suffering with me. LOL
Accountability. That's the key word that's really really me reach my goals this year. And so far, so good.
Do you need that extra "push" like I do? How do you reach your goals?
Jennifer fancies herself a more prolific writer than she really is and has an unnatural tendency to use words like "fancies" and "prolific" when describing herself. Please feel free to check out her ebook, The Role of a Lifetime from Samhain Publishing and her recent Avalon romance Georgie on His Mind--where she promises she didn't use either of those words in her stories.
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Posted by Jennifer on Feb 2, 2011 in
Books,
Bragging Rights,
Our Members,
Publishing Hey, all!
I couldn't resist sharing my good news here!
I was just offered a contract for my third book: Sunny Days for Sam from Avalon Books!!
(My second book with Avalon since they were also the ones who published Georgie on His Mind)
I'm so happy this book found a home–and such a nice home too.
Sunny Days for Sam is not my typical romantic comedy, but I would say, still lighthearted and fun. ( I can't resist) It's more of a Mr. Rochester meets Cinderella/Mary Poppins type of romance. LOL
For more information, to check out a blurb, or to share your own good news, stop by my regular blog!
Jennifer fancies herself a more prolific writer than she really is and has an unnatural tendency to use words like "fancies" and "prolific" when describing herself. Please feel free to check out her ebook, The Role of a Lifetime from Samhain Publishing and her recent Avalon romance Georgie on His Mind--where she promises she didn't use either of those words in her stories.
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Posted by Jennifer on Jan 24, 2011 in
Books,
Life Hey, all! Happy Monday!
I'm SO excited to be hosting such a special author on my personal blog today!
In case you didn't know, the one and only Patti Lacy is the author of An Irishwoman's Tale and What the Bayou Saw, both Foreword Magazine Book of the Year finalists. (In addition to being such a talented writer, Patti just so happens to be THE nicest woman on the Internet)
Her third novel The Rhythm of Secrets was just released and to some wonderful reviews.
So I asked Patti to stop by my BLOG and talk about her new book, which she will be giving away to some lucky commenter! 
Stop by my blog and comment to win!
Jennifer fancies herself a more prolific writer than she really is and has an unnatural tendency to use words like "fancies" and "prolific" when describing herself. Please feel free to check out her ebook, The Role of a Lifetime from Samhain Publishing and her recent Avalon romance Georgie on His Mind--where she promises she didn't use either of those words in her stories.
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