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Just a quick update…

Did you know that The Wood Queen will be out soon? 5 days to go in Australia… 6 days to go in the UK… 12 days to go in the US… Though of course, you may see it sooner as … Continue reading

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On Writing Blocks, Fear & Resistance…

…not here, but I posted at the Deadline Dames if you want to check it out. There is even a picture of monkey over there. Follow the monkey! (It makes sense if you read the blog post.)

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On Being Productive

Lots of writing this past week. I am so happy to have found that place again – the place inside me that shouts, “Yes!” every time I sit down to write. It’s a joyful feeling, and the dark cloud of … Continue reading

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Farewell 2011, Greetings 2012!

And so, the end is near… The end of another year I mean, nothing more dramatic than that. I always feel like I should say something Very Important and Meaningful on the blog at times like these, but then I … Continue reading

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YALITCHAT Anthology!

I’m really excited and proud to announce that I’ve been invited to write a story for a charity ebook anthology put together by and on behalf of the YALITCHAT community (of which I am a member). All short stories will … Continue reading

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Teaser Tuesday & Updates

The Wood Queen will be out in just under two months in the US, UK and Australia (help!!), so in honour of this I posted a snippet at the Deadline Dames. Lots of people seem to want more Xan hotness, … Continue reading

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KazNoWriMo FINAL Check-In

We did it! We got to the end of November, wrote as many words as we could, and kept in touch throughout the 30 days. CONGRATULATIONS!! You may not have typed “The End” at the bottom of your final page … Continue reading

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On Being Sick & Magickal Things

(Image © 123RF Stock Photos) I kind of like that the title of this photograph is “Strange Green Tea”… What would strange green tea do to the drinker? This cup looks like it might turn me into Mr. Hyde. Or … Continue reading

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KazNoWriMo Check-In: Week 3

Hi, fellow writers! Here we all are on Day 21 of both NaNoWriMo and KazNo. Three weeks have been and (almost) gone, and we should now be entering that panic-inducing final stage where we realise how much work we still … Continue reading

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KazNoWriMo Check-In: Week 2

Hello, brave writers! Here we all are on Day 14 of both NaNoWriMo and KazNo. Wow… Almost two weeks gone already. Time flies when you’re having fun, right? *ahem* After many supportive comments from lots of lovely people, I have … Continue reading

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