What Is a Jaunty Quill anyway?
Well, a Jaunty Quill is a romance author who belongs to the Sisterhood of the Jaunty Quills and blogs each month about love, life and writing romance. And, as of today, I am now one! I’ve been invited to join the Sisterhood (started by former and current historical authors published by Avon) which has now expanded to include 20 authors who write in every subgenre of romance.
My first blog will be August 6th — and I’ll be blogging twice monthly from then on. There are also contests and other exciting things going on over there, so I hope you’ll all stop by.
Terri
RWA in DC!
I had a great time at the RWA (Romance Writers of America)’s annual Conference last week in Washington DC. The weather cooperated–the usual mid-July heat and humidity was replaced by mid-80 degree days that were comfortable for walking about and eating at lovely sidewalk cafes.
I had the chance to sign at the Literacy Signing on Wednesday (which raised more than $60,000 in two hours!) and at the Harlequin signing for conference attendees. I got to meet readers and talk writing and to see old friends and to make a few new ones.
And, I really enjoyed being an RWA RITA finalist for Best Romance Novella. It’s like being a princess at the ball for a week. Meeting Stephanie Laurens, who won the RITA in my category, was a big thrill for me, too. My inner romance reader was screaming in delight!
So, now I’m home and trying to do a little R&R before hunkering down on a new writing deadline…But, gosh, it was fun in DC!
Terri
A Brava Anthology – Oh My!
I was just reading back through my recent (sparse!) postings and realized I didn’t share my new news! I’ve been invited to write a novella for a Brava historical anthology that will be headlined by Susan Johnson! Mary Wine will also be joining us in the collection.
I’ve been reading Susan’s historicals forEVER and can’t believe I’m going to have something of mine in a collection with her! Woohoo!
Tentative release date is May 2010 – I’ll keep you updated if that changes….
Terri
The Conqueror’s Lady
I’ve been head-down, writing for a deadline and haven’t been celebrating the release of THE CONQUEROR’S LADY!! It’s out now — it hit the shelves about a week ago and thanks to everyone who’s already bought it and sent me comments.
I just got a great review from BOOKLIST – the American Library Association’s journal — and I’m THRILLED! Here’s the best part:
“Brisbin brews up an expertly crafted medieval romance with a dangerous hero and a smart, stubborn heroine.”
If you do pick it up (and it’s available in print, digital and even Kindle editions), please let me know what you think!
Terri (the Tired – finished Brice’s story at 4:30am today)
