Author Archives: Vanessa Riley
Surely, I Can’t Do This
This is an excerpt from my current WIP, Morgana’s Saviour: Wind whistled through the leaves of the pippin apple trees. Limbs full of new buds and blossoms greeted Bradley Norton as he and Magnus streaked across the fields. He pulled his dapple grey mount to a stop and gazed upon the endless forest. A hint … Continue reading
June Foster – Debut Novelist – Part One
In lovely Georgia, I cannot wait for the first signs of spring. Then I walk out on my porch, dust off the rockers and visit with dear company. Today is truly special because my friend and debut author, June Foster and her hubby, Joe have parked their RV on my lawn to chat about her … Continue reading
Meet My Husband – Almost
The vicar parted his dry thick lips and mumbled more blessings. Serendipity Hallows tugged on her bridal shawl and waited for his final words of escape, her last hope. The man cleared his throat. “If anyone has just cause why this couple should not wed, let them speak now or forever hold their peace.” Strangers … Continue reading
Unmask My Heart
Cynthia Telford clutched the papier-mâché mask to her face and straightened its pink and puce feathers. Pacing back and forth, she waited for the mantle clock to strike nine. Punctual Elliot would be here soon. Then she’d peer into his blues eyes and declare her love for him, right here at Dartmour Manor. How ironic … Continue reading
Abigail Stevens, A Heroine for Christmas
I have fallen in love with my new Kindle App on my Iphone/Ipad. Why you ask? Because I can go to Regency England or the Old West in the middle of a boring work presentation without getting caught. The comfort of having Georgette Heyer or Laurie Alice Eakes within reach right on my phone is … Continue reading
Welcome Darlene Franklin to Infinite Characters.
Darlene, This is your first time on the IC. We thank you for coming. Would you like a beverage? No, you want to get right into the questions. Vanessa: Tell us a little about yourself: Darlene: I live in Oklahoma City with my lynx point Siamese cat Talia. Come for a visit and let her … Continue reading
Congratulations June!!!!
Our dear June Foster has just signed a three book deal with Desert Breeze Publishing for her Bellewood Series. Here’s the release schedule: Bellewood Book One: Give Us This Day – February 2012 Bellewood Book Two: As We Forgive – September 2012 Bellewood Book Three: Deliver Us – April 2013 June has a talent for … Continue reading
One Rooster Too Many
The rooster charged Diana Tedlock again. This time she dipped her hand in the bucket of feed and pelted him with precious grit. It screeched and whipped its beak, but retreated. “Go on you crazed thing, before you end up in my pot for supper.” She’d figure out how to replace the lost corn and … Continue reading
How to Eliminate Characters without Overdosing on Chocolate
You’ve started writing your masterpiece. Low and behold, that small Microsoft Word file has now blossomed. Before your eyes, the document now has 40,000 words, 50,000 words, and 75,000 words … 100,000 words. The excitement makes the carpal tunnel in your wrist worth the pain. Then your agent or trusted mentor suggests you sharpen your … Continue reading
Mama, the pigs are loose! How to corral all those unruly critters.
After starting to write your break through novel, you immediately zero in on your heroine and place her in a dreamscape world where she can run and frolic and play. You give her eyes of emerald, rich raven hair and a heart shaped face. Then your hero enters. Working through your God-complex, you make him … Continue reading
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