Wonderful Review on The Coin

Author Laurie Olerich posted her review of The Coin on her FB page.  Beyond happy. Here’s my book of the week: The Coin by Maria Elena Alonso-Sierra. I played hooky yesterday and stayed up late last night to finish this. It was just that good. The Coin is a romantic suspense with a clever, clever plot … Read more

Shakespeare’s Words — Original Pronunciation

Every single time I read Shakespeare, I fall deeper in love with his words, his cunning, his complete genius.  Have always been curious as to how the actors in Elizabethan times pronounced their words. Here is an interesting video about Shakespeare in OP (Original Pronunciation).  For my Scottish friends, sounds a bit like they had … Read more

INFO SNIPPETS — INSPIRATION FOR THE TITLE OF MY NOVEL, THE BOOK OF HOURS

Some people have asked where I got the title’s inspiration for my second novel, The Book of Hours.  The answer is simple:  the title was based on the actual Hours of Giangaleazzo Visconti, a Roman liturgy, personal prayer illuminated manuscript created in the 14th century.  It was started by Giovannino dei Garassi and was finished Belbello … Read more

NEW REVIEW ON THE BOOK OF HOURS IN AMAZON

Reviews trickling in on my new release, The Book of Hours.  Please keep them coming.  It is our life’s blood as authors. 5.0 out of 5 stars Riveting Drama, Action-packed! March 11, 2015 By Tracey Reid Format:Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase The Book of Hours was a literary thrill ride! The characters were passionate and so well-written that you felt … Read more

REVIEW FROM AMAZON — INCREDIBLY HAPPY

5.0 out of 5 stars Their love story is one of the best I have read … February 27, 2015 By Sandra M. Bruney Format:Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase I couldn’t wait for this sequel to The Coin and The Book of Hours was definitely worth the wait. The author knows how to keep the action going at a fever … Read more

FIRST REVIEW OUT FOR THE BOOK OF HOURS

I am really, really hyped. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful 5.0 out of 5 stars I have been waiting to read this Book since I … February 22, 2015 By Irma Format:Kindle Edition|Verified Purchase I have been waiting to read this Book since I finished The Coin and I have to say that the … Read more

LAUNCH – PERFECT NIGHT

The launch for my second novel, The Book of Hours, was a wonderful success.  We had a lot of fun, laughed, and had a great evening together. Sharing some photos of the event. Captive audience (it seemed to me). The raffle baskets.  All for a good cause!! Had a full house.  It was nice!

LAUNCH!!!

The Book of Hours will officially be launched around midnight tonight, and you can guess I will be up waiting for it to be delivered to my Kindle! (Will you wake up in the morning with your next read waiting for you?) This launch means a few things: The special price of $1.99 at Amazon, … Read more

Prizes for the Party!!

If you haven’t “Joined” the Facebook Launch Party  for The Book of Hours yet, why not?    https://www.facebook.com/events/891747990876409/ I just finished putting together the prize packages, and you really want to win them!   The “Bath & Bed” gift basket 1.  A copy of The Coin and The Book of Hours.2.  A bath/shower sponge.3.  A … Read more