In military jargon, "Embrace the Suck" means To consciously accept or appreciate something that is extremely unpleasant but unavoidable. Sounds a lot like 2020, doesn't it? This year has been hard on everyone. Not just physically and economically, but emotionally too. While I recognize the pandemic and the horrible effects it cast over the world, this … Continue reading 2020: Embrace the Suck
Author: Kirsten S. Blacketer
My Favorite Part of Wyoming Living
I have lived in the wonderful state of Wyoming for the last six years. Aside from the 75 mph blinding winter wind and the summer thunderstorms that can produce quarter to baseball size hail and possible tornadoes, it's a refreshing place to live. We lived in Cheyenne, which isn't the prettiest part of Wyoming. In … Continue reading My Favorite Part of Wyoming Living
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Ten Things About Me That Explain A LOT
Discovering a new author is like meeting someone new for the first time. Often when we pick up a book, it's the story that calls to us first. But we often forget that the first book we read by a new-to-us author is their first impression. It can lead us to the next step in … Continue reading Ten Things About Me That Explain A LOT
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Release Day for Deceiving the Earl
Finally, the moment we've all been waiting for has arrived. Deceiving the Earl has made it to your e-reader. If it hasn't, then perhaps you should consider picking up a copy. Amazon Barnes and Noble Kobo Apple Smashwords I will be going Live on Facebook this evening, May 10th, 2018, at 8 pm, EST to … Continue reading Release Day for Deceiving the Earl
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How Steamy Do You Like It?
With a new release coming on May 10th, I wanted to tackle a topic that often comes up between readers and authors. It is an article of debate for some, but for me, it comes down to preference. Heat Ratings. For the record, I write steamy, sensual, smoldering historical romance. There, now you know my … Continue reading How Steamy Do You Like It?
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Finding The Bright Side
My husband must be a sage old man beneath his ruggedly charming exterior. We're opposites in personality and talent. Where I can write and organize, he can problem solve and fix broken things. Most days I feel like I'm the broken thing that needs fixing. It probably stems from my pessimistic nature. I admit it. I'm … Continue reading Finding The Bright Side
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How Film Inspires My Craft
Hello, darlings. I'm taking a slight detour this week. After posting my affinity for contemporary romance last week, I wanted to share another creative aspect that influences my writing. TV and Film. As a kid, I watched a lot of movies. It was a weekly ritual to go with my Dad to the video store … Continue reading How Film Inspires My Craft
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My Strange Reading Habits
I love to read. More specifically, I love to read romance. If you're here, then you understand why I love it with such desperation and devotion. Because you do too. In a world of chaos and uncertainty, I can always count on a romance novel to give me one thing reality can never guarantee. A … Continue reading My Strange Reading Habits
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Shifting Gears and Finding My Voice
I have been MIA for the past two weeks, and for that, I apologize. If you aren't aware, I am married to a military man. Which means, our lives revolve around his career. I embrace the life of a military spouse proudly. But the uncertainty that comes with it can be nerve-wracking on the best … Continue reading Shifting Gears and Finding My Voice
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Confession of an Aspiring Romance Author
Time for a little confession. Okay, a big confession. I'm not always motivated to write. In fact, some days I'm downright discouraged. Being a self-published author is wonderful because I get complete creative control. The downside is...well, I feel like I'm standing in a crowd of thousands and my voice is being drowned out. I … Continue reading Confession of an Aspiring Romance Author
Kirsten S. Blacketer 