A short time ago, I posted a blog titled "Yule Beckons". I ran a contest with it, at the end, stating I would give away copies of all my books to one lucky commenter.Drumroll, please.......Congratulations, Jodi Lee!!!!!!!!!!!!Drop me a private message on FB (https://www.facebook.com/pages/KateMarie-Collins/217255151699492) with your email address and I'll send them your way!
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Yule beckons
It's the time of year that I love. The days are short, the nights are long, and the morning has the ground covered in frost.Please note, I love it more NOW since I don't have to drive my youngest to school in the mornings. I can wait, nursing my tea or coffee, for the sun … Continue reading Yule beckons
Beta Readers, Crit Partners, and Why You Need Them
In a recent interview, I was asked if I used beta readers or crit partners. I have both, and firmly believe every author should.A beta reader is there to catch the glaring plot holes. The stuff that just doesn't make sense. If your hero is walking around a bug infested cellar and brushing cobwebs aside … Continue reading Beta Readers, Crit Partners, and Why You Need Them
I’m back!
Good morning!My apologies for the lapse in blogging. Life, it seemed, had other plans for me recently and I had some serious problems remembering what I was going to write about, let alone get here to do it. Sigh. It's an excuse, not a reason, and I know it. Things have calmed down, though, so … Continue reading I’m back!
Day two of the Takeover!
The Love Story ParadoxAs I finished writing my debut novel, Lucidity, I had difficulty determining what genre the storyfit into. I was stuck. It certainly didn’t meet the criteria for the traditional romance genre, norwas it an exact fit for the realm of paranormal. Eventually I was given a bit of advice and it wasdetermined … Continue reading Day two of the Takeover!
Readers Vs. Fans
Someone once told me they were my "#1 fan". And I talked with them at length about that. Why? Because I want readers, not fans.A fan is the groupie at the rock concert, the screaming person on the rail as the stars walk the red carpet. A fan shoves a pencil and piece of paper … Continue reading Readers Vs. Fans
Time to tell you all the exciting news!
I've had a busy week or two! And all of it very good!First off, the paperback for 'Son of Corse' is available! A good month ahead of time! Why? There's the possibility of me doing a book signing event in December and my publisher decided to go ahead and get that one done just in … Continue reading Time to tell you all the exciting news!
Say Hello to Margo Bond Collins!
It's been a super hectic week around this house. Most of which I'll wait until Monday's normal post to share with you. LOL!Today, I'm honored to host a new Solstice author, Margo Bond Collins! (No relation that we know of LOL). Her debut novel with Solstice, a paranormal thriller titled "Waking Up Dead", is releasing … Continue reading Say Hello to Margo Bond Collins!
Everyone give a warm welcome to guest blogger, Josie Montano!
Yeah! It's been a busy day, and I get to cap it off with a visit from Josie Montano!In case you're wondering, Josie is a Solstice author whose new book released recently. Intrigued yet? Here's a little more.Nonna sat me down to have a talk before my party. “You know Angelina, it’s now ten years since … Continue reading Everyone give a warm welcome to guest blogger, Josie Montano!
Welcome Guest Author BeBe Knight!
Happy Monday, everyone! I'm very thrilled to host author BeBe Knight, whose new book 'An Element of Time' releases from Solstice Shadows TOMORROW! You're not going to want to miss this book! That's just to let you know she's got a lot of other stops to make on this tour! Try to keep up!And here's a teaser … Continue reading Welcome Guest Author BeBe Knight!
K. M. Warfield 