Time is running out!

February 28, 2009 is the last day to enter my HUGE GIVEAWAY. Want to win a Sony PRS 505 ebook reader or a signed copy of Warriors in Time? Buy any L.A. Day ebook from Ellora’s Cave or Cobblestone Press for a chance to win. Complete details are on the fun/free page of my site.

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With February coming to an end, Spring is around the corner and I can't wait. Summer is my favorite time of year. There's nothing better than laying in the sun, reading a good book and watching some half dressed hotties!

Have a good one,

Laura

Love Scene Presentation

Next Saturday I’ve been asked to give a presentation at my local RWA chapter on writing love scenes. Those of you that know me know I’m an introvert and hate public speaking but I agreed to do it anyway.

From reading blogs and assorted articles I know that writing love scenes is the worst nightmare of many writers. However, I don’t feel that way. I enjoy writing love/sex scenes. I probably enjoy writing them more than most scenes if you’ve read any of my work you probably guessed that. LOL

Now, I’m wondering what you all think. Do you enjoy writing love scenes? If not why?
Any information you can provide will help me with delivering an effective and helpful presentation.

Just a reminder, my Giveaway is still going on.
From now until February 28, 2009 buy any L.A. Day ebook from Ellora’s Cave or Cobblestone Press for a chance to win a new Sony PRS 505 ebook reader or signed copies of Warriors in Time. Complete details are on the fun/free page of my site.

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Another Storm

A storm with high-speed, damaging winds is heading this way tomorrow. Will we ever get a break?

New Reviews

Sin of the Past @ Cobblestone Press
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“Smoking hot! Right from the beginning your interest is peaked by the conversation Sara has with her friend before she heads out of town. The reaction Sara has to seeing Cein again after so many years had me on the edge of my seat and my anticipation level high.” Overall rating:
Reviewer: Jacquelyn R. Ward @ TRS

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Set in Stone @ Ellora’s Cave
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“Right off the bat, the reader is given an interesting paranormal twist to sink their teeth into. Sarah and Jacob have an underlying passion for each other that lies just below the surface waiting to be unleashed. I enjoy reading something out of the ordinary, and Set in Stone was exactly that.” Reviewed by: Dawnie @ FAR

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Greek Temptation @ Ellora’s Cave
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“In the paranormal genre, there is nothing I love to read more than an alpha shape shifter – especially one as devastatingly handsome and dominant as Lyk.” Reviewed by Talia Ricci @ Joyfully Reviewed

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Out of my slump!

Between my surgery, complications, hormones & power outages it seems the fates have conspired against me in recent months. However, yesterday for the first time in several months, I submitted a manuscript to Ellora’s Cave and I almost have the sequel to it completed as well.

I’ve always heard of writer’s block but this is the first time I’ve experienced it for any length of time. It’s not something I want to experience again…ever. Although, I do realize I most likely will. Hopefully, I’ll have long stretches of productivity between the slumps.

In the past, if I wasn’t in the mood to write, I’d pick up a good book and read. That usually did the trick. Didn’t work this time though but I did get to read a few good books. I won’t complain about that.

During my slump, I started and stopped several manuscripts as I attempted to find inspiration. Now, I have seven partially completed manuscripts and my slump appears to be over. Keeping my fingers crossed.

So any writer’s block stories out there? How long did it last and what did you do to get the creative juices flowing again?

Have an awesome weekend!
Laura

Power has returned!

I'm thrilled to say that my power is back on. However, I'm now buried in emails and other things I haven't been able to get to. And of course, it's snowing again. Today was the first day in a week that we've had school here and they'll probably release early if it doesn't stop snowing. URGH!!!

I'm ready for Spring!