I need to talk about my new favorite thing. Okay, well, it's not really a new concept, but it is to me. Anyway...I've started making mood boards for each of my books. It helps me get a better picture of the story, the characters, and the overall vibe of the story itself. I started making … Continue reading Are you in the Mood?
Kirsten S. Blacketer
Inspiration: Secondary Characters, Muppets, and My Husband
People often ask me where I find the inspiration for my stories. It doesn't take much to spark a story idea in my brain. Most of the time, it'll be a quote, or a scene from a movie/show. But there are those strange instances where it's inspired by the secondary characters from a prior book. … Continue reading Inspiration: Secondary Characters, Muppets, and My Husband
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Sampling a New-To-Me Author
Let me begin with an honest caveat. I'm a self-published author and have spent ten years cultivating my online presence, learning tips of the trade, finding quality partners to help polish and edit my manuscripts, researching the market and my genre, and investing in the health and longevity of my stories. I may not have … Continue reading Sampling a New-To-Me Author
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Confessions of a Fangirl Sample
When Confessions of a Fangirl released in December, I was recovering from Covid. So, that whole month was a blur. Allow me to give you a little sneak peek into the Rom Com that reads like a fangirl confessional. This book has a very special place in my heart. It taught me balance, which is … Continue reading Confessions of a Fangirl Sample
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Curse of the Huntsman’s Jewel: Release Day and Sale!
If you've been waiting for the perfect opportunity to pick up a copy of Curse of the Huntsman's Jewel, then your wait is over. ❤ Starting on Sunday, March 27th, my fairy tale fantasy romance will be ONLY $0.99 for a limited time. Three romances in one novel for a buck! That's a steal of … Continue reading Curse of the Huntsman’s Jewel: Release Day and Sale!
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Romantic Short: What the Darkness Proposes
As a second-place finalist in 2012's New Year New Story Writers’ Competition, What The Darkness Proposes, by Kirsten S. Blacketer sets the stage as her first official publication. The short story was hosted on RomanticShorts.com previously. Although her writing has evolved and improved, this story showcases her improvement over the years and remains a crucial … Continue reading Romantic Short: What the Darkness Proposes
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Why Historical Romance?
A lot of people ask me why I write historical romance? I never really thought about it before because my love of historical romance came naturally. My writer's voice seemed suited to the task, and I was excited to dive into the story! It was destiny! When I first began my publishing journey, I gravitated … Continue reading Why Historical Romance?
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Valentine’s Day Giveaway!
Hello, darlings, I'll be running a special price on my contemporary romance ebook, A Lockdown Love Affair, from February 11th to the 14th. Only $0.99 for four days. If you're looking for a Sunshine/Grump romance, then this one is perfect for you. Available on sale at Amazon, Kobo, Barnes and Noble, as well as Apple. … Continue reading Valentine’s Day Giveaway!
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The Blindfold Agreement: A Steamy Romantic Short
Hello, darlings. It seems there is a thirst for some steamy short stories. Allow me to share the latest addition to my collection with the wonderful RomanticShorts.com. This sensual short story won first place in their competition last summer. It was a lot of fun to write, and it's even more fun to read. 😉 … Continue reading The Blindfold Agreement: A Steamy Romantic Short
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Romance Genre: A Study
Hello, my darling readers... If there's one thing I love more than writing romance, it's reading romance. For me, it doesn't matter the subgenre category. I'm game to try anything. Science Fiction, Historical, Contemporary, Time Travel, Paranormal...it doesn't matter. I'm a Mood Ring Reader. My choice of reading material depends completely on my mood. That … Continue reading Romance Genre: A Study
Kirsten S. Blacketer 