Jax's Artistic Journey...

Can't help hearing that song in my head by REM...what a haunting song.

I have been writing at a snail's pace and it's not helping the moral. Last night after work LUSH dragged me to meet Ashley for a goodbye dinner at a TexMex called El Cholo. Had my Pacifico and the stressful day's tension seemed to dissolve...ah, that lime always gives it a kick! So, I haven't laughed so hard in a while. It's nice to hang out with the girls. I've noticed I've got an eclectic crew of friends. From the sweet to the baaaaaaaad...it's kinda interesting and breaks up the monotony of things....

Ummm...I feel yucky today. Don't know if it's the overcast weather or just me not interested in my work. Not much to report today. Hopefully something fun and exciting will pop up and I can talk about it. In the meantime, I'm going to put on my earbuds and crank up my music and get reprimanded by my employer for not hearing her. LOL


Mad World
~R.E.M.

All around me are familiar faces
Worn out places - worn out faces
Bright and early for their daily races
Going nowhere - going nowhere
And their tears are filling up their glasses
No expression - no expression
Hide my head I want to drown my sorrow
No tommorow - no tommorow

And I find it kind of funny
I find it kind of sad
The dreams in which I'm dying
Are the best I've ever had
I find it hard to tell you
'Cos I find it hard to take
When people run in circles
It's a very, very Mad World

Children waiting for the day they feel good
Happy Birthday - Happy Birthday
Made to feel the way that every child should
Sit and listen - sit and listen
Went to school and I was very nervous
No one knew me - no one knew me
Hello teacher tell me what's my lesson
Look right through me - look right through me

A proud mama with my first print book... :)

Up close and personal...

I can't wait to see my collection of print runs lining the wall....it will definitely happen!

With my new direction comes a new look. My hairstylist coerced me into an image change so she decided to give me the new Posh-do...you likey?

BOOK SIGNING NEWS

This coming Saturday, August 4th from 1-3 PM, I'll be signing at The Book Ladies in Corona, CA for their Jungle Book Boogie with authors Eden Bradley, J.M. Jeffries, Sylvia Day, Jenifer Apodaca, April Reign, Verna Hargrove and, if we're lucky, the fabulous Jina Bacarr!

Here's the address:
The Book Ladies
511 North Main Street, Suite 103
Corona, CA

If you need directions you can call the bookstore: (951) 808-4587
Come and join us if you can! This is a really fun group of authors, and there'll be some great books!

Don't miss out!

So, my active weekend has become...non-active. I realized my workload does not include time to have fun..(maybe I'll come lay out at Eden's pool)...although I did all the socializing last night...still have cotton mouth from all the alcohol. Did I mention Eva Gale is going to document the number of times I tell her I quit drinking. LOL

Farewell parties are always hit or miss. Two of my workmates are leaving to better pastures, but I promised Ash I'd take two of my workposse's and take a trip to San Diego to see her..that's when we go to the brewery and have a good 'ole time! Okay, what's up for me today if not jumping off the side of a mountain this weekend? I am going to do websites, cleaning, laundry, go to the hairstylist, eat, write, maybe catch a movie...maybe try to fit everything into 2 days...can I do it? I don't know, I tend to have an agenda and then I never get things completely done! But one thing's for sure, I'm doing websites and maybe stock up on some wine for my home...the bottle count is looking a bit low.

Now, off to my adventures in the world of domestication....where's my housekeeper?

I think that I'm going to limit my drink consumption...do I say that every week?

Went to my friend's concert at the Canyon Club last night and it was great! Andy's band CHIME is super cool and the lead singer is fantastic! They're reminiscent of the Gin Blossoms and some other soft rock bands which I adore! The second show was 10 YEARS AFTER which was also great! The drummer was off the hook and did a 10 minute solo. They had played Woodstock at one time (with a new younger lead singer now)...it was such a fantastic evening and seeing my friends made it more enjoyable. I stuffed myself with spinach artichoke dip, fries, chicken satay and a big fat ribeye! Needless to say, the 4 glasses of White Zin did me in. I'm becoming a lightweight...! I think not drinking for a week is slowing down my alcohol tolerance. LOL

Eden and I couldn't help ourselves. We found this ginorous (yes, that is now a word in the dictionary!) red, velvet cushy chair in the corner and hopped on! I felt like Alice in Alice in Wonderland in the seat. We posed like the rock groupies we were with the CHIME bandmates, significant others, and such..it was a blast. I haven't had so much fun in a long time...it's good to go out on a weeknight once in a while..tonight I'm going to a farewell party for two workmates and then off to another party on the westside...I'm going to have a long weekend... paragliding, malibu arts fest, writing, laundry, websites and cleaning!!!! Yep, domesticated isn't in my vocab..but a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do...

More updates as they progress. Hopefully pics from my paragliding and aerial shots I plan on taking. Yippee!!!!!!!

I try to be nice and my friends tell me I'm really not that way. LOL So, I'm going to talk about being out of the eUniverse...seems to me I lost interest in specific review and snark blogs a while back. I hear there's quite a controversy going on from a particular blog that's firing up authors and pitting them against one another. I still haven't read it, and I don't care to... or I know it'll burn my butt. The jist of it is that someone mentioned how inappropriate it is to wear costumes at the literacy signing. This garnered many folks believing that authors who wear costumes has set us back in our movement to be taken seriously. Even NY Times Best Selling authors had a piece of the blog...they totally feel that authors who aren't dressed professionally for these signing events do more damage to our reputation. Well, you know what I say? Bullshit. I've been to many signings as a fan/reader and I can say that an author can wear a paperbag over their heads and the readers aren't going to care. They're there because they love the authors work and enthusiastic about having the opportunity to face the writers to tell them how much they love them. I've seen authors who come in their sweatsuits and if that isn't professional, why does it matter if an author is wearing a cute getup to promote their new line? I think the attack was mainly on two particular authors and their posse. I won't name names but I thought they looked adorable at conference! It made me want to know what their project was about and ask questions. It's a shame that we as writers would attack each other rather than support our efforts. I sometimes look at these issues as immature and a setback. To be attacked by your own peers is quite an embarrassment. Women's fiction / romance authors are known for their "community and cohesiveness", in these instances I don't see it. I guarantee that if someone attacked me for the way I dressed, or what I'm wearing, or what color hair I have without really knowing me ... it's a sad state of mind for that person. Sure we always judge at a glance, but you have to look beyond the surface to find the real jewel! I could go on and on about this, but don't want to waste any more time. I'm hoping that before "authors attack", they should first think about the consequences and what an ass they'll sound like after the fact. I know from experience the whole Mrs. Giggles thing was misconstrued and I ended up a villain. But ask anyone who knows me they'll know I take pride in being professional, I would give my last dime to those in need, and I'd put anyone up in my home if they didn't have a place to go. It's the truth and if everyone only saw me for my 'rock-'n-roll' attitude on the outside, they'd miss out on the person I am inside....

Can you believe July is nearing the end and what started out as an unpredictable year has gotten even more messier? Not in a bad way, per se, but in a very strange 'moon in retrograde' now passed thing. I find life inspiring. There's been many losses for me this year and many small surprises. When I hit my low's I somehow find the courage to continue. My writing is hitting the "write with a vengeance" phase and I'm hellbent on getting my novel out to editors and agents by October 1st...at least then, I can feel good about myself. It's been too long since my last completed manuscript and insecurity was starting to creep in. Like all writers, there are different kinds of adversities we must face and not everyone realizes the other's challenges. I've got many writer friends who are facing difficult times when the sun should be shining on them. I know many who have succeeded and faced tremendous personal hardships when they should be celebrating. Life is a big emotional whirlpool but in the end, I want to be the one who finds the life vest that will get me out of that forsaken hole. Maybe I'll be able to cast a net and pull them all up with me....

We as writers need each other for whatever kind of support we can give. Writers live a lonely existence and without friends to be there for us when we're at our lowest point, we are lost. Today I'm dedicating this post to all my dear friends who have been with me down this rocky road. Thank you for your heart and soul.

I know that time heals all...and love conquers even the worst of enemies...including our own demons....THANK YOU for your friendship...THANK YOU for believing in me....

Don't hate me too much....

Cast of HEROES...my iPhone doesn't zoom in...maybe I'm an idiot and can't work it!'


Candy and me posing at the VIP party...

I love Candy Havens! Twice a year I get to see my bud in LA and each time it's a real joy to hang out with her. As I am always asked to be her "date" to the Television Critics Award (TCA), I would never decline an invitation. Truthfully, I come to see her and not the perks that comes with her job...This year I have to brag a bit... In past participation I brushed elbows with HUGH LAURIE, some of the cast of CRIMINAL INTENT and MY NAME IS EARL...but this year I was grabbing apps at a VIP party when who would stand next to me and speak to me??? SYLAR from the tv show HEROES! I have to admit I was taken off guard that he was an inch from me and he was a sexy thing...we had a five minute conversation about dim sum that was being served...you'd think I would be clever enough to engage in more meaningful conversations like "do you planning on slicing my head and reading the mechanics of my brain?" (although my friend Rob told me I should have gotten to the point and asked if he was single! LOL) Of course we joked about Zachary, aka Sylar, not being able to eat seafood and then he had to get back to his group...oh well. Now you would think it would end there. Nope. I made eye contact and said "Hello" to MOHINDER...He is so beautiful in person! You'd think my heart would be able to take it...he stood next to me at the bar line...go figure. Of course, after I recovered I stuffed my face some more (that's why I like to show up at these events, FREE FOOD!) and needed another beverage. I go out to the outside bar as it was a shorter wait and looked over to see MR. BENET (I love Jack Coleman..ever since DYNASTY)...I'm starting to have a thing for older men..now if he had had on his cute little glasses I would have hauled him into the closet! After flirting with him with a smile I took my drink and made my way in and ran into KYLE XY--he was cute, although a bit scruffy...but what a gentleman he was. I was trying to pass through the door with drink in hand and he stepped aside and allowed me entry in. Gave him a nice smile and he gave me a wide one back...I didn't think I would be able to contain my excitement at seeing these hot babes...Of course, how lame would it be if I didn't get to see HIRO to round off the male cast? We made eye contact 3 times and twice I was a few inches away from him. What a cutie! ISAAC had this full on bushy beard going that totally psyched me out...I say go without the accessory.. at least HEROES won the Program of the Year award! YAY!!!! I did see many more cool actors from the cast of Sopranos to ALEC BALDWIN, DEXTER'S Michael C. Hall, some 30 Rock folks, and some I can't think of....yes, Eden would be soooo jealous. She probably loves half of the men I ran into! I won't bore you with any more details but let's just say I didn't go home until a little after 3 AM..this included the gossiping and getting a sneak peek at the much anticipated NEW AMSTERDAM...It's brilliant! I am sooooooo stoked! I love living in LA!

I have been discovering lots of sweet nuggets...musicians that are around but others aren't aware of who are very good...these songs set the mood for my writing. When I am writing dark I tend to listen to very sad and dark music that is full of angst or sensuality. I think the combination makes for a great H/H love story. Ghosthunter is such an emotionally charged piece about close calls, enduring separation, and fighting desires. It's also about friendship, strength, and confidence. I love this story, it's been in my head for over 15 years and although shows like Buffy, Xena, Angel, Highlander have spurred me to finally write the universe...it's still a very scary endeavor. My characters are as real to me as my friends. I've talked to them and have heard their stories. I know that it will be done, it will sell, it will be loved or hated...at least I will finally feel relief when I get it completed by the end of September. There are times when I want to just quit but then I think about all those readers out there who would miss out on this fantastical universe and it gives me hope to revive the story again. Perhaps since this is so close to my heart, it's actually the hardest to want to finish. Like many writers I've seen, I feel that some are afraid of success. They are afraid to be stuck under deadlines, afraid of fame, afraid of the unknown. I'm not going to be one of them. I'm going to follow in the footsteps of those great authors I love and am envious of and I'm going to see my GHOSTHUNTER series on the shelves. I promise you that!

I really have ADD. Attended a meeting today and couldn't stay focused..I doodled, daydreamed about vacation spots, and thought about re-organizing my apartment. I'm such a sad case. Thank goodness these meetings are monthly otherwise I'd be bored to tears. I'd rather get my leg picked off by a pihrahna...well, maybe not to that extent, but I'd consider it. So next time you talk to me and my eyes start to glaze over and I jump topics, it's not because I don't care...I do. My attention span is only limited to artistic stuff so be forewarned...

On another note...I actually have someone who hated the cover I made...that's a new one for me. LOL I was starting to get self-assured. Now I have to re-do the darn thing and re-submit. You'd think these writers don't have options..but apparently they do at this particular e-publisher. Oh well, there's a first for everything. Granted, if an author would be clear to begin with I wouldn't have made a cover they hated. So if you have a questionaire sheet, please fill it out correctly. I'm assuming when someone wants "dark", I'm going to choose dark images and colors. Another pet peeve when they say "dark" and mean "sexy". What about cover samples to go by. I can't read minds. They don't tell me what fonts they want so I'm going to wing it. Yes, I'm a bit bitchy. You would be too if you spent a few hours and found out they don't mean what they mean...got it? Just a word of advice that when you submit forms to be as detailed as possible...that's my bitchfest of the day...

First off..Happy B-Day, C!

It's now three days after conference and I really am going through Diva withdrawal (as well as working blues). What a fun experience to have everyone in one spot even for a few days! There was a lot of great partying and bonding during the festivities. A few tear-jerkers and group hugs...Some people I had the pleasure of spending more time with than others, but every year I notice I'm with different folks for the duration...that's what is so great about conference. The ability to get to know the group. I would attend more conferences if I could afford it. For now, I'm penny pinching. Finally, I'm getting my priorities straight..I think. LOL

On a sadder note...It's still tough just losing a friend...Although I'm still grieving for the losses in my life this year I wanted to say a few words about Ronda Thompson...

Ronda was so much fun, full of life and energy. She was a great inspiration and mentor. She would always give me email pep talks about finishing GHOSTHUNTER and following my writing dreams. She believed in me..which makes me want to weep everytime I think of her. But of course I choose to celebrate her...Life is short, life is precious. I think that even as an accomplished writer, she had a lot of doubts about her own talents. I don't know why..she was brilliant! I loved the Wulf's of London series and so thankful she was able to complete it. These books will be even more valuable to me as they gave me a reason to continue writing during very dark periods in my life. I am thankful to have known her and I will cherish the memories with her. From knowing her, I feel she will always be a positive impact in my life and she is the reason I'm breathing life back into GHOSTHUNTER....

It should be an easy thing to jump back into work after a week of partying and spending money...NOT. I realize how much I hate working for a corporation regardless of how much I make or what kind of perks I'm eligible for. It's a terrible situation to come back to chaos, new projects and tasks slipping through the cracks. Got my first reprimand today by the boss I really like. How am I suppose to tell her my heart isn't in a paper pushing position that doesn't help broaden the mind? Sigh. Of course, I must improve or I won't get the stellar bonus I'm wanting in December. My half-year goal is to finish my bloody re-writes on GHOSTHUNTER by end of September and sell it to a NY Publisher. Land me a superagent and quit my 9 to 5. It can happen, or at least I will be damn sure I'll make it happen. Started a new routine. Write at least 2 hours a night, wake up at 4:00 AM to write an 1 1/2, go to work and start all over again. By my own personal deadline I should be ready to polish the sucker and get it sent out and wait for history to happen...Maybe cranking up My Chemical Romance is a good thing. Morbid, angry, and impassioned.

I'm going home and uncorking a bottle of wine tonight. Don't even get me started on bills and such...grrrr....

This week has past in a blur and most of it consisted of a blue "hawaiian" drink... although last night our server Alejandro (Chris) gave me a special toxic drink that tasted like raspberry and tanqueray with a splash of soda and lime juice. I would like to commend the 21-year old who had to endure our daily evening binge drinking antics. I have to admit, that I probably had more drinks in one week than I had in a year...yet I was never quite plastered. I'm thinking they threw in more soda than top shelves in each glass! Okay, I ended up with 3 boxes of books and a crick in my neck! I swear they haven't changed out the mattress here since the Ford administartion. How the heck is that possible? I'm now going to have to figure where to put them all.

Well, to recap... the Hyatt regency sucked...the room was small, the bar and restaurant staff was autrocious, the food was over priced and the nightlife was non-existent...hence why the Divas took over the bar on a daily basis (much to the jealousy of those not in our organization)! Can you believe there was nothing within walking distance? Strategically placed around the hotel are a collection of bail bondsman...are they assuming the Divas would require that type of service???

Okay, it wasn't all terrible...I did experience Drag Queen Karaoke (made great friends with the queens and loved the $3 drinks!), danced with a Coyote Ugly, and dined at an overrated YO Ranch Steakhouse...Oh, I got to roll on the floor to a rendition of "Like a Virgin" with my girls and sang off key to everything from Bon Jovi to Abba! The real fun...I got practically raped by a Coyote who thought I was "cute" when I hopped on the bar and danced with them. It's true! She bent me over and tried to molest me..ONSTAGE..I have photographic evidence floating around! I did have a wonderful time at the Diva Dinner and would you believe I teared up!!!!

The highlights also included going to the publisher parties...Penguin had the best cocktail shrimps and apps! St. Martin's was intimate and had Cosmos to die for... Last but not least, Harlequin sure knows how to party! I got to boogey on the dance floor with NORA ROBERTS..that lady can really get down!!

Literacy siging was a memorable experience...I sold out of all my books and CDs...I got to meet wonderful authors and fans. I got to feel like an important part of the literacy program as we raised a little over $52,000 for the cause! Can't tell you how magical it is to help others.

This is a doozy of a post and I'm sure I'll divulge more craziness in the coming days when I get my head together. I haven't slept in my own bed since last Friday..which makes it 8 days ago...not ready to go back to corporate world yet. I'm more than determined than ever that this is going to be my year...

Life is certainly an adventure. I LOVE MY DIVAS! Miss you all already!

Ronda ... you will be missed...

She was an inspiration and a true example of a kind an loving spirit....

I'll always remember you....

I spent three days re-aquainting myself with my brothers and their children. Haven't seen my elder siblings for about 8 years and what a difference time makes. I wasn't sure how things would go but I'm grateful I took the opportunity to see them again. It's amazing how perceptions change. My brothers and their wives were so proud of me being a writer regardless of the genre. It was embarrassing at first to admit I write erotica and although they probably won't read it they were impressed I was in print. I could tell that they realized I didn't turn out half bad. From the goth bad girl who could never do anything right to an accomplished artist. I guess things never appears as it seems and I'm glad for it. Tomorrow I'm going to the convention at last! Will be meeting up with old and new pals and spending a full week immersing myself in the industry I worked so hard to succeed in. I can't begin to tell you how wonderful it is to get away from everyday life for a week of comraderie and binge drinking....LOL

This is also the first year Romance Divas is throwing a complete dinner bash which includes sponsorships, awards, music, dancing and FUN, diva style! We've grown so much since the first Diva Dinner and now we're up to 50 people! What will it be next year? I'm sure I'll be more prepared... maybe.

I think the future is bright for my baby organization!

I can tell you right now -- I never plan on eating (maybe not this part) or shopping again. There's a lot to be said about Asian families. My SIL's gave me one look and couldn't help feeding me non-stop, as if I was an Ethiopian orphan! I think I've gained back all of my 14 pounds in 3 days! I also spent so much money I SHOULD FEEL GUILTY!!!!! Sure I deserve to splurge but I realize it's time to buckle down and be responsible. After all, I'm suppose to be penny pinching if I want to get my new company off the ground. While I party hardy, my business partner is working hard on our current project. I feel bad for him. I will definitely toast him first chance I get when I settle down at the bar tomorrow afternoon.. Okay, everything in moderation this year. I just need to save my liver for another time. Well, it's past midnight and I really ought to be sleeping. I sat up making tees for Kristen, Lisa and myself. Of course I f--cked up my shirt on the initial one and ended up getting creative. The spur of the moment improv I re-did totally rocks! (sorry girls) However, I think the ones I made the two gals are simply DIVA-ish... :)

I'm wearing mine when I check in tomorrow....

All right, I'll report my experience if time permits...and if they don't overcharge me outrageously for internet usage! I've got a busy schedule ahead of me so I'll need the beauty sleep....

Reporting from Dallas...Jax out...

I got your attention, didn't I?

I've had 3 hours sleep, more than I anticipated. Getting my shit packed in the AM can be a real fun ordeal. Cranked up the music and hobbling through the apartment. This bloody sprained ankle is really getting in the way of my life :(

NOTE TO SELF...get a freakin' gigantic suitcase. I am guilty of saying I don't own a luggage set..why? Long story, but I do have one on loan. I think guys never consider the possibility that they would have a girl friend who would require the use of it later down the road, otherwise they would have gotten a stinkin' larger suitcase! An adequate size one would be one in which I can fit a dead body in. LOL

Okay, what am I missing? I have 1 hour to finish packing and making sure I have everything. Sigh...I'm going to be in deep crap if I don't get my act together...so I need to get off the darn blogger now.... :)

Another reminder....

VISIT CASSIDY KENT

July 11, 2007
"Readers for Life" Literacy Book Signing
5:30PM-7:30PM

Location:
Hyatt Regency
300 Reunion Boulevard
Dallas, Texas 75207

Writing can take you to a place so deep and leave you emotionally breathless. I've been working on the story of my heart and it's really a difficult state of mind to be in. I've relied on listening to really sad songs that make you think and help you explore the vulnerable side and I'll admit, this story is passionate and heartfelt.

One of the songs I've put on repeat keeps me suspended in sadness and fills me with a richness that only makes the story more believable, I think....Don't worry, I won't be sad for long because I'll be spending a week with my best friends and having a great time...Now, as I head out to Dallas, TX Saturday, I'll be writing and writing at the airport, in the plane, during breaks because this story needs to be told. This is the one.....

Don't forget...if you're in the Dallas area, come say "Hi" to me at the author signing! I don't want to be sitting there all alone..little 'ole me :)

July 11, 2007
"Readers for Life" Literacy Book Signing
5:30PM-7:30PM

Location:
Hyatt Regency
300 Reunion Boulevard
Dallas, Texas 75207

Enjoy!

"I DON'T LOVE YOU"
by My Chemical Romance

Well, when you go
Don't ever think I'll make you try to stay
And maybe when you get back
I'll be off to find another way

And after all this time that you still owe
You're still the good-for-nothing I don't know
So take your gloves and get out
Better get out
While you can

When you go
Would you even turn to say
"I don't love you
Like I did
Yesterday"

Sometimes I cry so hard from pleading
So sick and tired of all the needless beating
But baby when they knock you
Down and out
It's where you oughta stay

And after all the blood that you still owe
Another dollar's just another blow
So fix your eyes and get up
Better get up
While you can
Whoa, whooa

When you go
Would you even turn to say
"I don't love you
Like I did
Yesterday"

Well come on, come on

When you go
Would you have the guts to say
"I don't love you
Like I loved you
Yesterday"

I don't love you
Like I loved you
Yesterday

I don't love you
Like I loved you
Yesterday

I'm a KLUTZ! I can't believe I've sprang my foot three days before conference! You know what that means? I can't wear my uber cute high heels...which translates to everyone towering over me moreso than usual! I was so looking forward to changing out shoes to match my outfits...sigh...I need a double shot of espresso. Thank you very much.

On a brighter note, 4th of July was fantastic! I spent the day with Eden and her significant other, Bernard, my buddy Mark, as well as our friends Andy & Gael. We had a blast with BBQ, booze and great music. I even got a shade darker. Thankfully so, as I've not been laying out for about 2 years now and could have blended in with my sheets. I woke up this morning realizing I also got burnt! I never burn. Yikes...oh well, I'll know better to use a higher SPF next time.

I've been obsessed with MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE! I love that band..as I write my grand, these songs take me to a very dark and depressed place full of emotion. I love it! Besides BRANDI CARLILE, I've found a story to hang on to and keep the momentum of the mood. I think that it's important to hang on to the feeling..like any good actor, as long as I don't let it consume me on a realistic level. I am writing at a snail's pace, but it's good to know that I still have it. This will be my debut and I want every word to count...

What gets you in the mood?

and I get to sit between Alison Kent & Sherrilyn Kenyon at the Literacy Signing! Hurray for me! Maybe I'll get some traffic coming my way for my very first signing! Yes, I'm estatic and hoping I don't sit twiddling my thumbs. I should have brought a male model with me to help with sales! Next year, most definitely!

I still need to purchase luggage, shoes, dress for the awards and so on...

I'm going to the dentist for a series of treatments and by this time next year...HELLO PERFECT SMILE! It's true, I'm going to be a new me...sorta.

I've decided that I need to sleep less. I never get anything done. What's a girl to do? I am working on my secret project and it's really great..can't begin to tell you how it makes me feel. I hope this is the one for NY. Let's cross fingers.

I can't believe I waited a whole year for this event! Yes, it's true...Cassidy Kent will be signing in the Dallas, TX area! I'll be participating with a ton of other romance authors in an ENORMOUS book signing to raise money for Literacy. All your favourite authors should be there to help with this cause!!!

RWA Literacy Signing
Wednesday, July 11th
5:30-7:30 PM at the Hyatt Regency on 300 Reunion Boulevard East.
Come by and say "HELLO"!