Distracted or Tapped Out?

I’ve been working on my latest story, only titled “Cassie” at the moment. But I’m stuck. Again. I had to finally throw my hands up and turn over the most recent scene to my writing group because I can’t look at it any longer. I hate this restless feeling. I’ve even tried looking into my Bitten series, since that still has two more books left to complete. I’ve contemplated shortening them into one book in the past, and now I’m thinking of doing that again. It’s hard to see the big picture sometimes when you’re working with a series. What’s the endgame? What’s important? I have several events occur that might actually not even be important for the characters. One of my biggest complaints about series is filler. I’d hate to fall into that trap. But as I pull up Book Four I find my mind glazing over… and then the Internet pops up and I’m reading endless entertainment articles instead of writing (or doing work, for that matter).

I know that this is one of those times when I need to step back, put down my pen (metaphorically speaking), and clear my head. I’m hoping to distract myself by working on the new covers for Bitten. I like learning Photoshop, even though it’s time-consuming. And my DVR is bursting with shows I need to watch. I can only hope that this rut I’m in will be a short one.

Word *Can* Be Helpful

So with the process of formatting my third book Bitter, I’ve learned why people complain so much about Word. I’d never had a problem with it; I’ve been using it since grade school. Essays, stories, whatever. But I’ve continually seen complaints about Word, calling it the devil.

Now that I know more about page breaks and headers/footers and whatnot, I think Word and I are on better terms. Until I started looking at my past books, Sweet and Sour.

With the transfer from the old publisher, there were supposed to be some changes made that I’ve discovered have not happened. Whatevs. I was angry and frustrated but that’s the way it’s been so I should be used to it by now. Now I can say “whatevs” and mean it in the casual form that word is supposed to take.

Now Available!

The wait is over! Pick up your copy of the third installment of the Bitten series today!

Available in the Kindle Store.

Celia and Victor’s relationship has reached the one-year mark, and they couldn’t be more excited. With the tickets booked for sultry Las Vegas, they’re on their way to a week of fun and pleasure.

Except, the plane ride over threatens to ruin their plans. One little hiccup has Celia frightened of her love and neither knows how to fix it. She’s determined to have an enjoyable trip, though—even with surprises lurking at every turn. With prompting from Victor’s caretaker, and help from a group of Hawaiian witches, Celia will have to navigate her potential magical abilities for the first time. She needs all the help she can get as dangerous enemies jeopardize their vacation, and bring to light their own internal woes.

In this third installment of the thrilling, urban Bitten series, Celia continues to fight for her relationship, while learning more about her lineage as an Umami.

A battle is heating up on the Strip. Can Celia and Victor stay above the fray?

Coming Soon to a Kindle Near You

Get ready for the third installment of the Bitten series….