Category Archives: Art, Music, Movies

Best Book of 2012

March 19, 2013

Well, this is a lovely surprise! Touch of a Rogue, Book 2 in the Touch of Seduction series, has been nominated for Best Book of 2012 in the erotic historical category at The Romance Reviews. I’ll have to confess that … Continue reading →

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Vikings

March 8, 2013

Did you happen to see the pilot of Vikings on the History Channel last Sunday? If you missed it, you can view the first two episodes online. I haven’t been this excited about a TV series since I discovered Downton … Continue reading →

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Downton Dilema

February 18, 2013

If you haven’t seen the final episode of Season Three, STOP READING NOW. This post is going to be filled with spoilers. Of course, I have to confess that I haven’t seen the whole thing. My sister called last night … Continue reading →

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Les Mis

January 14, 2013

I’ve been looking forward to this since it opened on Christmas Day. Finally, the fam and I went to see Les Miserables yesterday. First, let me share that I love this musical. It’s got everything–an incredible score, unforgettable characters and universal themes thanks to … Continue reading →

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My Christmas Favorites

December 25, 2012

I’m going to be a little self-indulgent today and share some of my Christmas favorites with you. Choral music: Nothing can beat the Luther College Nordic Choir at Christmas time, or anytime for that matter. This tiny college in Decorah, … Continue reading →

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Handsome is as Handsome does…

May 29, 2012

My DH and I recently went to see the movie BATTLESHIP. This show has been almost universally panned by critics and if you’re looking for a “thinking movie,” you should rent BLOOD DIAMOND. But BATTLESHIP is a fun, feel-good waste … Continue reading →

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In Praise of Neville Longbottom

July 20, 2011

For What’s Up Wednesday, I always share some of the small doings of my life. Last night, I went to the Harry Potter movie and came away with some writerly insights. In my characterization workshop, I talk about archetypes and … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas!

December 25, 2010

I want to share this amazing artwork with you, because it means a lot to me. I first encountered THE NATIVITY AT NIGHT in the National Gallery in London a few years ago. It’s by the Dutch artist, Geertgen tot … Continue reading →

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Movie vs Book?

December 14, 2010

My fam and I are going to see VOYAGE OF THE DAWN TREADER this evening. Usually, I say the book is better than the movie, but so far in the Narnia series, the movie makers have made it a point … Continue reading →

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Sinterklaas and Zwarte Piet

December 7, 2010

When my DH and I were in Amsterdam last month, we encountered a Christmas celebration at the Church of St. Maarten in Utrecht. The picture at the left shows Zwarte Piet, the Dutch equivalent of Santa’s helper. (Behind the garishly … Continue reading →

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