Dear Friends & Readers: It’s hot as heck here in the Sunshine State and I’m preparing for the upcoming RWA conference in Orlando. I’m not doing a great job of juggling priorities but I’m determined to get through with everything! I don’t know about you, but this month marks the halfway point in the year…I’m still wondering where the time went. I’ve been too busy to really enjoy the outdoors the way I should. However, I did get a little bit of sun time on my work-vacation so I’m not a pasty white color anymore. 🙂 I still can’t believe Nationals is just around the corner. I’m really looking forward…

Dear Friends & Readers: It’s officially summer–but not for me. I’ve been locked indoors and when I’m not there, I’m frantically writing and  doing design work at my favorite cafe, Austin’s Coffee. The  owners of this awesome place are lovely folks who make me feel verra special. Their coffees are organic and everything they have is Fair Trade. They even roast their beans there!  I think it adds that sense of earthiness and intimacy that makes you want to return…often. The reason I love it so much is that whenever I’m writing there, my creative juices flow easily. The environment is very conducive to productivity. Frequenting there has allowed me…

Dear Friends & Readers: It’s fast approaching summer  and already visions of  lounging at the beach is filling my head. I love the smell of the ocean, the sand cushioning my feet, the sun warming my skin…It’s also a time for family and friends and a great way to relax and enjoy the tranquility. I usually love tanning, napping, and reading but this year there will be more writing than anything else. I foresee a lot of opportunities to lug my laptop around and make the most of the weather while still meeting deadlines. I’ve decided to have a fun contest that involves giving away a gift box with a…

Dear Friends and Readers: It’s a hot, sunny April and I predict a lot of writing poolside with a tropical drink in my hand. This month is tax season (yuck!) and I tend to cringe from my lack of organizational skills when it comes to sorting through my files and receipts. I always try to keep everything in one place but with the traveling and moving, it’s been harder to keep everything organized when my life is in a suitcase or storage. Hopefully, I’ll see a big return this year but I won’t hold my breathe. I know you’re probably anxious about waiting for summer to arrive but it’s going…

Dear Friends & Readers: It’s already mid-March and 2010 seems to be flying by. I’ve been busy working on proposals and coming up with ideas for a short paranormal in between editing. Even with all the writing, one of the changes I’ve made is moving my blog in-house instead of through Blogger so hopefully this is convenient for my readers. I have such a full plate right now and it’s mostly because I’m planning ahead. I hope you’ve had fun celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and enjoying the sun…yes, it’s finally shown up. It’s about time the whether has warmed up and I’m going to have to think up another cool…