Blissfully writing!

I’m happily submerged in a story. This story is book three of a series called Lady Shea’s Manor. I started this book awhile ago. I went strong for the first few thousand words and fizzled out. I decided to go back to it and I’m so glad I did. The words are flowing nicely. Kim and David’s story is unfolding before my eyes. While I haven’t written books one or two yet, I have a premise for them.
Nano always has a way of bringing out the writer in me. When I’m not writing I’m going over what I’ve written in my mind. Playing the “what if” game, so that when I return to my laptop the next day the story isn’t stalled. I know at least the next scene and let the characters decide from there. As a pantser I can’t think too far ahead or I get blocked. Strange? Maybe, but that’s the way my brain functions. I don’t question or try to force it to change.
I suspect I’ll finish this book by the 13th and then I’ll move on to book one – Paige and Jed’s story. My editor asked that I write book one and synopsis’ for the other two. I’ll be able to do better than that, by the time Nano ends.
Nano also fills me with tons of ideas for other stories. So I’ve been filling my mini notebook with different ideas for future books. I hope to go strong until at least April. Then I’ll have to figure out a new routine.
I hope everyone out there doing their version of Nano is having as much fun as I am!

Today’s count so far – 2,204
Total = 8,351

Wednesday

I learned Ignited will be available from Ellora’s Cave on January 26th. I’m excited because Body Shots releases on December 15th, so I’ll have 2 out in a row from EC.

Another good Nano day 1862 for today. 540 yesterday. Not so good, but I’ll reach my goal either way.

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Short post today because I have lots of editing to do. Happy Hump Day!

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Busy Today

Back to work. Enjoyed three days off. Today I’m extremely tired as I try to get through the day. Not much to blog about. Son’s birthday was a hit. Not many trick or treaters to report. So, I’m munching away on tons of chocolate that I don’t need! Tomorrow is another day. Nano thus far today – 1751 Happy Monday!

Kick off to NaNo

Today kicks off NaNo. I had a healthy start – 1994 words. I average about 1k when I write, so this was a good day for me.

I finished the ending to a story that has been bugging me for a long time. I let it sit for a month and today decided to put The End to it. YAY for me! :)

In other news, my first official newsletter went out today. I had my first contest winner and a new contest announcement.

I also learned I won a copy of Cicada by Afton Locke over at: http://sixsexysirens.blogspot.com/2009/11/paranormal-power-week-winners.html how cool is that?

November is starting off pretty good.

Happy Halloween!

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Mental Health Day

Yesterday I finally told my boss about the pregnancy. Nice thing about working from home is your co-workers can’t notice that little baby bump and whisper behind your back. LOL Anyway, I also asked for today off. I’ve been working a few weeks straight, including weekends and I have a lot of running around to do. So much for that bed rest stuff. :) Shhh, don’t tell my doctor.

I’ve ordered the food and pumpkin cheesecake for my son’s dinner party. Now I just have to get him a gift. I’ve set aside time to work on polishing the wip to send out by Sunday. With any luck I’ll have it done.

I had a four a.m. epiphany. I tend to write more in the winter. From usually November thru April or May. NaNo seems to be my jumping off point every year. So, I guess that means I’ll have to start pumping out the books to carry me thru the summer. That said, I’m excited about starting NaNo. I don’t sign up for the offical one, but two friends and fellow authors have been doing our own for the last three years. It works for us.

Anyone else doing their own version of NaNo?

Happy Birthday, N!

Another Rainy Day

We’ve had more rain than necessary since early April. I’m tired of it. I want to see the sunshine, even if it’s cold outside. The poor golden is going nuts. He needs his exercise and can’t get it when it’s pouring outside. If he doesn’t run for at least an hour a day he drives me crazy. Needless to say I’m at my wits end. LOL Can someone please send the sun my way?
Today I’m preparing for my son’s birthday party tomorrow. My baby will be 22. My daughter is job hunting. She’s doing the seasonal thing, so I’ll be tasked with babysitting while she’s out looking. What does that mean for my writing? I guess we’ll see. I’m taking my friend Regina’s idea and leaving my wip open all day. I’ll try to add to it when time permits.
One more day til Friday and soon all the little trick or treaters will be parading to our door. The grand baby is going to be a monkey, can’t wait to see her in her costume.
Until tomorrow – stay dry!

Making Progress

I’ve been taking small steps to get back in the swing of things. I made a to-do list for each day this week. Nothing overly crazy to get me depressed if I didn’t finish. As of today it’s going good. I accomplished everything I’ve tasked myself and more. I even managed to open a wip and add four pages to it. I miss writing and everything that comes along with it, but there are times when I just couldn’t do it.
This morning I realized that I have NOTHING new with any of my editors. It’s a scary thought. I’m not waiting for any news of a new contract or a rejection. When did I let this fall by the wayside? I’ve had a manuscript in editors hands at all times for over a year and suddenly I don’t. I need to fix this and fast. So, I have one story just about done that I’m determined to have submitted by the 1st. Let’s hope I can accomplish this one!

Ignited – Coming Soon from EC

I wanted to show you the cover, but wordpress wouldn’t allow it. If you want to see the cover, hop over to my other blog for a sneak peek.  http://amberskyze.blogspot.com/
Blurb:

 

Got Fantasies? Nikaya does. She longs to be loved by two men.
Nikaya is celebrating her birthday with a new Mustang. As she’s climbing the mountain in her new car a police officer comes out of nowhere. He pulls her over and treats her to a birthday spanking. With a sore butt and a burning need to orgasm she’s whisked away to a cabin.
Before the night is over Braden hopes to make all her fantasies reality and his best friend Hank is ready to help.
Three bodies, sex toys and a spanking machine is only the beginning for Nikaya.
Excerpt:
“Step out of the car, ma’am.”
“Huh?”
“I said, step out of the car.”
“What is this all about?” Surely this could be handled from the safety of her car.
“Now.”
His stern voice prompted her out of the car.
“Hands against the car. Legs spread.”
“You’re joking right?” She looked at his face and he didn’t appear to be kidding. He looked stone-cold serious.
Shaking his head he pointed to the hood of the car.
Nikaya did as she was instructed, cursing under her breath.
“Excuse me?” He placed a hand on the small of her back.
Heat coursed through her body from his touch.
“Nothing,” she spat. Then added. “Sir.”
He snickered behind her.
Condescending bastard.
His hand roamed south resting on her bare leg. As he pushed his body against hers she felt his hardness rub against her. He whispered in her ear. “Spread ’em.”
This definitely was not the norm, she thought swallowing back the urge to cry. His touch felt hot against her cool skin. Nikaya spread her legs.
“I see from your license it’s your birthday today.” His hand crawled up her leg and under her skirt. “Ummm, no panties.”
“I have no use for them. They’re cumbersome,” she admitted.
“Oh, so wet,” he whispered, grazing his finger along the folds of her pussy.
Nikaya bit her lip, she would not moan. Just because the touch of his finger along her slit set her soul on fire. She would not allow him to know how he affected her.
“Did I do something wrong officer?”
“You were racing up the mountain at a pretty high speed. Do you know the dangers of these winding roads?” He patted her down.
“I’m not armed.”
Ignoring her, he continued his search. Both hands caressed her legs before he lifted her skirt up over her ass.
“I don’t believe this is protocol, Sir.” Her legs grew wobbly under his touch.
“Are you questioning my authority?” He stood, gently guiding her body onto the hood of the car.
“No, it’s just—”
She was quieted by his hand swooping down smacking her across her bare ass.
“Ouch! What was that for?” She attempted to cover her sore cheek.
He quickly grabbed her hand and pinned it over her head.
“For getting obstinate with a police officer.”
“I find it hard to believe you’re a police officer.”
“You don’t believe I’m an officer? I guess I’ll have to convince you.”
His hand came crashing down on her buttocks again.
And again.
“Please stop. I’m begging you.”
“Begging me, huh? It’s your birthday and you know what that means, right?
“What?” she choked. The sting in her cheeks sent the rest of her body into a tizzy. The burn had her pussy pooling with juices.
“You need to get your birthday spankings. One for each year. I see here you’re thirty this year. I’m going to slap that sweet ass thirty times and each time my hand cracks those luscious cheeks I want you to count. Do you understand?”
She understood but she didn’t agree with him. There was no way she was going to stand there and accept his spanking.
“I’m waiting for an answer, Ms Murphy.”
“And if I don’t?”
He chuckled.
“Let’s just say you won’t like the consequences.”
She was tempted to scream for help but knew no one would hear. Except maybe one of the owls hooting in the distance or a nocturnal animal but they wouldn’t save her. There wasn’t a house for miles and the likelihood of another car driving up the mountain at this time of the night was slim. She was at the mercy of this man. She had to do what he said or else.
“Yes, I understand.”
“Good.” He smacked her ass.
Silence.
“I’m waiting.”
“One,” she cried.
He smacked her a few more times.
“Two, three, four…”
“You’ve got the hang of this.” His smugness irritated her. Her ass needed cool water to extinguish the burning radiating it.
He continued slapping her cheeks and she continued counting until they reached thirty.
“You’ve been a very obedient girl. Maybe I’ll let you go without a ticket.”
“I still don’t believe you’re a cop. Where’s your cruiser and let me see your badge,” she challenged. He pressed her harder against the car hood and draped his body over hers.
“You want to see my badge? I’ll show you may badge.”

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