Mood Stripes 048: Connected

Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the unpredictable one. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.

Chapter 48: Connected

What wish? Kagome doubted Sesshoumaru’s heart’s desire had been Continue reading

Favorite Character Bingo

I’ve seen these character boards floating around and decided to do one of my own. Although the original intent seems to be favorite characters (as in one person), I usually gravitate to duos and trios. You all know I ship around, but my favorite ships are very often about kinship or friendship or mentorship. (Though I have a definite fondness for loners.) Behold!

forthright's anime favorites BINGO

The gist of the game: if you also love a character, you cover the square. Five-in-a-row in any direction gives you a bingo. How many can you get? Impress me! And link me to your bingo boards if you’re making one of your own. ::twinkle::

Always Forthright

Just back from the post office, where a batch of signed books was sent off to new homes. (Thank you for your support!) Funny thing. The USPS is particular about details, so when I send books internationally, FORTHRIGHT needs a first name. It has to go in the computer system to be legit. So according to the postal service, forthy’s first name is AL. Short for Always.

Mood Stripes 045: Stubborn

Disclaimer: I do hereby disclaim all rights and responsibilities for the characters in this audacious adventure… especially for the sympathetic one. A nod of recognition is bent towards Rumiko Takahashi for her creative prowess.

Chapter 45: Stubborn

Kagome faltered, for she hadn’t truly considered Kohaku’s grief. Continue reading

Autographed Books

Personal Touch. There’s been a small rush for signed copies of Tsumiko and the Enslaved Fox (understandable, since they are rather pretty), and I don’t want to run short. At the moment, I have…

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All the information you need for ordering can be found on this post. I’ll update the numbers as books are claimed… and put together an order to restock. ::twinkle::

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Interior Peeks, Petals 2

More petal-strewn interior photos…

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Kimiko and the Accidental Proposal

The Saga Continues. Many of you are asking about the second book in the Amaranthine Saga. Its summary was revealed in the back of the print edition of Tsumiko and the Enslaved Fox, so those of you with digital editions only know the title. Here’s what’s coming…

She wasn’t aware of her gift’s significance, yet he expects to be courted.

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“I have a book for you.”

So this stuff really happens? Earlier today, a reader (that’d be Brooke) nudged me with a link to this blog post, in which Ilona Andrews reviews a book that was recommended to her (that’d be by Brooke). The book … Tsumiko and the Enslaved Fox (Amaranthine Saga, #1). And Ilona … a bestselling author with a large following & my new hero. Because in a matter of twelve hours, THIS happened.

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So this is what it’s like to climb the Kindle sales charts! Tsumiko is doing well in categories like Fantasy, Romantic Fantasy, Paranormal, and (go figure) Werewolves & Shifters. Needless to say, it’s been an exciting day, and I’m grateful to everyone who took a risk on a new-to-them author. And, of course…

Thank you, Brooke! Thank you, Ilona!

 

Forget-Me-Not

Thoughtful Readers. Stories are something I can share, and sometimes, readers share right back. Notes and packages have been finding their way into the Twinkle Press P.O. Box, and I really need to start sharing more of your photos and fanart. Thank you for every smile & twinkle you inspire!

Forget Me Not gifts

Tsumiko and the Enslaved Fox (Amaranthine Saga, #1) has its fair share of forget-me-nots, and thanks to readers, my collection is growing. ::glomp::