Yeah, I know. You’re tired of hearing me talk about this one. Well, bear with me. I’m in a minor-crisis.

My agent sent my book out. It’s making the rounds. I’ll spare you the neurosis I’ve developed because of this and move on to the topic at hand: Connected Books.

I love connected books. I love series, but as an unpublished writer, I see nothing positive about pouring my heart and soul into a series that might never sell. I mean, if the first book doesn’t sell, you’re basically screwed, so why waste your time and effort writing subsequent books?… Read more »

And I’m not complaining.

I’ve got the writing bug. All the sudden. 15 pgs. Saturday, 10 pgs Sunday, 17 pgs Monday.

Of course, it would help if they were all in the same book, but since the two books are connected, I can deal with it.

Hmmm….Maybe that cyber whipping I gave Edie really worked.… Read more »

I’ve been reading some paranormals lately and something’s really suprised me. Almost every author I’ve read who writes paranormals makes reference to God in some form or another in their books. It’s never an in-your-face religious statement, but rather a passing comment. This doesn’t happen in RS’s. Not to say there’s never mention of God or religion in RS books, but generally, if God comes in to play, it’s usually because a character is ticked at God because someone they loved died or something bad happened to them in their past. But this isn’t true in paranormals.

Why? I’m guessing … Read more »

It’s Monday, and as such, it’s blog day. In case you didn’t know, Mondays are my day to post at Romance Worth Killing For, so head over and take a look. Also, The Mid-Willamette Valley RWA group blog is now up and going, and I had the pleasure of posting first. Who knew I had so much to say in one single day! (Not me, that’s for sure).

Because my topic ideas are drained at this point, I wanted to point out a few other blogs you definitely shouldn’t miss. Among them…

Be sure to hit Murder She Writes … Read more »

You know, I really don’t get this writing thing. I have small children, so my writing time is limited. I’ve got basically a two hour window in the early afternoon when one is in preschool and one is taking a nap where I can write during the day. The rest of the time my life is too crazy and noisy for me to concentrate. Most of my writing happens at night when the kids are in bed and the house is quiet, but some days I’m just too tired to think straight by then. I’m not complaining. We all do … Read more »

It’s official. My secret is out and, consequently, my anonymity is shot.

It’s no great surprise I’ve kept my writing quiet the past few years as I’ve sought publication. Like many of you, I’ve told close friends and family, but in general I didn’t want to deal with the plethora of questions from acquaintances and neighbors regarding my status. Have you published yet? Have you sold? What’s taking so long? Why are you continuing to write when you still haven’t made it? Writing is a very personal business, and it’s slow, and most people (I’d say 98% of the population) … Read more »

I’m not usually big on jokes and funnies, but this came through my email today and I decided to post it here. Not only is it TRUE to the letter, but it made me laugh out loud. Those of you thinking of setting a book in the Pacific Northwest should definitely read this and take notes. PNW isn’t a place, it’s a state of mind.

You Might Be From The Pacific Northwest If…

1. You know the state flower (Mildew)

2. You feel guilty throwing aluminum cans or paper in the trash.

3. Use the statement “sun break” and know … Read more »

(As I type this, my four-year old is singing an ode to his wonderful penis. The male fascination starts waaaaay too early…)

*Ahem*

Things I’ve Learned Since I Started Writing

1. Books are the greatest things on earth. I always knew that, I just didn’t realize how fabulous they were until I saw what went in to churning one out.
2. Writers are the nicest people on the planet. Some of my closest friends are writers. I couldn’t live without them.
3. My writer’s group rocks!
4. Writing is damn hard. If it were easy, none of us would be … Read more »

My agent asked for a photo of me to add to my bio when she starts pitching my book at the end of the month. One would think that’s not something to stress over. One obviously doesn’t know me.

The last day or so I’ve been looking for an already-taken, updated photo of moi. And you know what I found? There aren’t any. Not any good ones, at least. I’m the photographer in the house. If I’m in a photo, it’s usually me with one of the Gremlins, and it’s usually taken by one of the Gremlins. Which means … Read more »

Karin Tabke’s debut release is out today! Head over to her blog and wish her luck (and huge congratulations)!!… Read more »