Distractions in Writing!

Name one distraction.

Hum, okay, let's see...Oh, oh, I know, I know.

Having a hurricane come and knock on your door! That will definitely disrupt your creative muse as it's trying to compose a best selling novel! Yes, yes, that is definitely the thing!

Seriously, for two weeks in a row, I tried to finish up my current WIP and both times my plans were zonked by the forces of nature. First, Gustav, who made me leave my home and go to Arkansas, then came Ike. We stayed at home with that one. But we were without electricity for a couple days.

Do I have to say that the creative juices just refused to flow? No, they stopped completely. So this week, I am hoping to finish up the little werewolf story I'm writing, send it off and then hope for the best! For the story and also that another storm doesn't come in anymore for the next ten years! I could use some less stressful summer and early fall months. I really can.

So everyone, please send me positive thoughts that I can focus enough to finish this story up! I need it!

Romance Ebook Review for THE WITCH WITHIN

Recieved a fantastic review from Romance Ebooks blog .

I was thrilled to get a Bouquet of Rose grade on the story!

'The Witch Within' by Judith Leger

'The Witch Within' by Judith Leger

The Wild Rose Press

Grade: Bouquet of Roses

BLURB:

A scream echoes over Witch's mountain. A three hundred year old carving attacks for no reason. Widow Glory Sinclair fights against an unknown evil as she struggles with her growing attraction for Sheriff Will Moore.

REVIEW:

I don’t normally read Paranormal Romance but was intrigued enough by ‘The Witch Within’ to give the genre a shot. And I have to say I was impressed. Right from the start, Judith Leger had me wrapped up in her characters lives. Glory, a widowed mother, is a strong role model for women all over the world. Living in the wilderness of Witch Mountain gives her just enough independence to prove she can survive the tragedy of losing her husband so young. Will, the local Sheriff and her late husband’s best friend, checks in on her every now and then to make sure she and her daughter are coping without a man’s protection. But he has an ulterior motive. For years he has been in love with his best friends wife and now, he would like to make an honest woman of her. But Glory’s guilt of loving another man eats away at her heart just enough for her to keep her distance. That is, until mysterious happenings begin to take place on Witch Mountain.
Esmeralda, a carved wooden statue that has been within Glory’s family for years, has special powers beyond belief. After a horrific murder, it’s up to Glory and Will to discover whether Esmeralda’s intentions are evil or good. It’s difficult to believe she is anything but a family heirloom behind her faded expression, until one night when Glory gets the fright of her life. Thankfully, Will is by her side. But will Glory allow him to remain there for the rest of her life?

‘The Witch Within’ had the perfect length of pages to keep me turning and the flow of the storyline was constant enough to have kept me gripped. The characters had just the right amount of strength, vulnerability, boldness and compassion to make them believable enough to keep them real. I would definitely recommend ‘The Witch Within’ and would like to congratulate Judith on a fabulous story.

Reviewed in June 2008, by Debby, for Simply Romance Reviews ~ Grade A.

Available now from The Wild Rose Press http://www.thewildrosepress.com/

Grading:
1 Red Rose: Ok
Vase of Roses: Good
Bouquet of Roses: Excellent
Wedding Bouquet: Outstanding

Dependence

Over the many years of my life, I have steadfastly believed that I am independent in all areas; family, friends, children, everyone. To me, independence is standing on my own two feet, without having to call on anyone for help.

My views about this has changed. I've found that over the years what I thought was independence is really a fake front I enjoyed projecting to the world. I do depend on loved ones, friends, family and my kids. The guise of this dependence was hidden from my view until recently.

Not only did I realize that I needed people, but I thrive on that need. My fellow writing buddies are always there for me. My kids listen to me and in return need me also. Friends call me for advice or just to talk about their lives as I share mine with them. A give and take that spans years. Now does that make me a dependent on others. Sure, I'll admit it. I need other people and I fill a spot in their lives too. It doesn't make me less a person or unable to function on my own. It just helps to make me a more rounded individual. Someone that can make an interesting journey through live, touching people's souls and allowing them to touch mine.

For all my friends, acquaintances, my beloved family, I say Thanks! Without you, I would not be who I am today.

Love of Reading

Ever since I can remember, I have loved to read. Absolutely, irrevocably love the pictures reading forms in my mind. I would read anything, from history books, mystery, Gothics, mythology, fantasy, westerns, and then I found romance. Needless to say, I was hooked. Completely. And you know what, I don't regret all those nights that I would stay up a little later to make it through another chapter. The next day, I would count the hours before I could start the next section so I could finish the story.

I never regretted reading them either. They were worth every minute it took to complete them.

As I started on my writing career, I wanted to affect readers so they enjoyed my stories as much as I enjoyed reading those other books. I still feel as though I have a long way to go. There aren't in doubts though that I won't succeed. I will, my dream will come true and I will have some best selling books. The feeling is here in my heart and soul. The day is coming and right now I am preparing for that moment!

Heart's Reunion is Almost Done!

Well, it is very close to completion. I can't wait either. I love the characters. Micah is dark, mysterious and sexy. Just what a hero should be while Sabre is in the know and very together. They clash at the start but chemistry between them is too strong.

Hopefully, Heart's Reunion will be accepted by The Wild Rose Press. This story is another segment in line with The Witch Within. It's set in contemporary times but with an eerie atmosphere.

Now I'm off to work on it some more.

New Cover

I finally received my cover for my novel, Love's True Enchantment. It's beautiful. The colors and the characters on the front speak loudly about what is inside the book. I can't wait to start on the edits.

These are scheduled for May, June. They should go smoothly and then the book will be released. I'm hoping for a Fall come out and then I'll be able to have some book signing before the holidays.

Another great thing to happen is my oldest son found a house. We went and looked at it yesterday. It's perfect for him. A little starter home. The way it looks, he'll be able to move in around May 8. God, I'm going to miss having him around. Of course, he's on the go all the time so I don't see him very often but I know he's at home in his bed at night. It'll be that way in his new house but he won't be at my house.

Every time he or one of my other two boys leave to go somewhere, I start to pray and ask Jesus to send his angels to surround and keep them safe. He does and I'm so thankful for that. My boys as with m0st Mothers are my life. They keep me on my toes and add such a wonderful flavor to every day. I will miss each one when the time comes that it's only my hubby and me at home.

Waiting...a never ending journey!

As authors, we have to learn patience. Still, sometimes I wish there wasn't any need to wait. Right now, I'm waiting on my cover for my newly contract novel, LOVE'S TRUE ENCHANTMENT. The wait is driving me batty. I can't wait to see the cover. I can be patient for the book to come out because the edits have to be done, but the cover. Hopefully soon, I will be able to post the cover for the book.

I can see what I imagine in my head. It's going to be absolutely beautiful! That's what is killing me. I'm letting my imagination run away with me (typical, just read one of my stories to see this) and until I see the actual images, my brain is sending withdrawal signals throughout my mind.

So now I am counting the days until I hear something.

Blessing to all!