Life, Writing

There are no limits

 

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“If you look up, there are no limits.” (Japanese proverb) This month I’ll celebrate a birthday and let me tell you the fifth decade rocks! I’m blessed to have an amazing husband, a supportive family and a new ally by my side in my publishing journey. This year I’ll have three book releases, talk about surreal. Getting here wasn’t easy. It was filled with frustration, bleeding pages and rejection (ha! not much has changed other than the publishing part). I’m so thankful I did rl give up. And if you have a dream I hope you won’t give up either. This is going to be our year m. You and me. Go for your dreams because there are no limits, especially age limits. #writerslife #cozymystery #authorsofinstagram #authors18 #goalsetter #behindthestories #challengetochange #believeinyourself #livingthrmedream #writinc

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Kelly’s Fashion Rule #1

Out-of-work fashionista Kelly Quinn lives by a few simple fashion rules and they’re coming in handy as she revamps the consignment shop she inherited from her grandmother.

Kelly’s fashion rule #1:

Recognize the power of accessories

Never underestimate the power of a scarf or any other accessory. Kelly believes well-chosen accessories can pop any outfit, add a bit of polish or even save even the most haphazard last-minute outfit.

Below is a snippet from MURDER WEARS A LITTLE BLACK DRESS.

What’s your favorite accessory?

Murder Wears A Little Black Dress

What Would Kelly Wear?

New Year’s Eve is tomorrow and I can’t help but wonder what Kelly Quinn would wear to ring in the new year. I have a few options, many I’m confident she’d love, pinned on my Pinterest board, Little Black Dresses. I’m not going to lie, I love the research for this series.

Check out my Pinterest board and here’s a snippet from MURDER WEARS A LITTLE BLACK DRESS between Kelly and her friend, Julie about the recent turn of events at the shop. Julie is trying to help Kelly see the bright side. Not sure if that’s working out.

Kelly may be getting all dressed up for New Year’s Eve but I’ll be in my pajamas. Happy New Year!

Baking

Chocolate-Walnut Biscotti

I’m in the final stages of my Christmas cookie baking. Just a few more to bake and then I can package up the cookie tins and make my deliveries. 🙂 This past weekend the Cozy Mystery Crew held it’s first Virtual Cookie Exchange and I shared a recipe and also posted a few photos of my baking in progress and I had a request for this recipe so here it is.

Chocolate Walnut Biscotti

I love biscotti. And there’s nothing like homemade biscotti. Nope. This cookie I dip into a pool of bittersweet chocolate and then when it’s hardened, I dip it into my coffee or tea and it’s heaven!!!

If you decide to make this recipe, I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Chocolate-Walnut Biscotti