by Charlene Teglia | Sep 28, 2007 | Uncategorized
Finished brainstorming a Sekrit Projekt yesterday. Wrote a blurb. Have theme song. Fun stuff ahead. I also did the math breakdown for the rest of the year and have my target page count in order to get everything done that I want done. So now I just need to stay on track. Yeah, not taking the holidays off this year, but it’s worth it to start off the New Year ahead of the curve.
Romance Junkies has reviewed Ellora’s Cavemen Seasons of Seduction III and awarded us 5 Blue Ribbons!
“Just when you think the Cavemen anthologies can’t get any hotter or more captivating Ellora’s Cave puts out a new addition to this series that rivals its predecessors. This is an anthology you’ll want to read and add to your keeper shelf.” – Chrissy Dionne, reviewer for Romance Junkies
And of I Was An Alien’s Love Slave, she says, “Who hasn’t heard stories about alien abductions? Charlene Teglia’s story will have you giggling your way through each page and longing for an alien abduction of your own.”
by Charlene Teglia | Sep 28, 2007 | Uncategorized
Not that we have weekends around here. The husband has a web project to get up and running and I have writing. I have a window of time between Seasons of Seduction III’s release (on Sept. 21) and Miss Lonely Hearts’ release (Oct. 30) in which to put the hammer down and get some projects done. I haven’t had a window like this without releases or edits or both since early winter and I am making the most of it. It may not sound like very long, but time without interruptions from other projects is gold.
The seasons have definitely turned a corner and we’re predicted to get snow in the Olympics this weekend. Glad we’re down here by the coast where it’s warmer! This time of year is pretty much perfect hiking weather, not too cold or wet and the afternoons are usually gorgeous. Hoping to spend some time in my boots over the weekend.:cool:
by Charlene Teglia | Sep 26, 2007 | Uncategorized
I’m over at Romancing the Blog talking about the more than 50 Ways to Meet Your Lovers. It’d be so much easier to write a book if there really was a formula you could just fill in…
TT is below.
by Charlene Teglia | Sep 25, 2007 | Uncategorized
Posting Thursday 13 early because Thursday is my Romancing the Blog columnist day. It’s easier to be productive if you make writing comfortable, so…13 fixes for your day at the keyboard.
1. Stimulate circulation. Get up, move away from the desk, do a few stretches or jumping jacks. Try this once an hour at least.
2. Eyestrain. Wear glasses? Put ’em on. Wear contacts? Check out a pair of those computer glasses.
3. Eyestrain B, check monitor settings. Make sure it’s adjusted for the right brightness, etc.
4. Eyestrain C, check your writing format. Are you in Times 12 pt? That puts 300 words per page as opposed to 250 and the compressed font makes it harder to read onscreen. Try switching to Courier New 12 pt. I write everything in this format now and my eyes thank me daily. Any time I have to work in a different format, it slows me down. A lot.
5. Eye positioning; the top of your screen should be eye level, sitting upright and relaxed.
6. Body positioning. Your arms should be level from elbow to wrist, not slanting up or down. Relaxed arms, neck, and shoulders will help prevent strain.
7. Uncomfortable keyboard. If yours feels awkward to you, get a more comfortable one. Ergonomic keyboards take a little getting used to, but if you like the feel of it it can significantly improve your typing experience.
8. Mouse positioning. If you’re always reaching for the mouse, you’re straining. Position it comfortably close to your keyboard and edge of desk. Get a wireless mouse, one with a longer cord, or plug it into a different spot if you have to in order to get it positioned right. Also check out a mouse pad with gel-filled wrist rest. I love mine.
9. Keyboard wrist rest, another need for gel-filled comfort.
10. Different workstations so you can change position. It can be cheap and low tech; a pad of paper at the kitchen table or couch.
11. Comfortable chair that supports your back and doesn’t cut off circulation on your legs.
12. Try to avoid having direct light coming from in front of or behind your screen. From behind, you’ll get glare onscreen. From the front, you’ll be looking towards the source of glare.
13. Keep your desk in a comfortable state, so it feels good to sit down there. If it’s too messy, too sterile, or too cold or too hot, you’ll want to avoid it just because it’s uncomfortable. If you have your back to a doorway and notice you’re always tense, close the door.
by Charlene Teglia | Sep 24, 2007 | Uncategorized
From Just Erotic Romance Reviews, Anya Khan rates Earth Girls Aren’t Easy 5 Stars and a big O!
“Earth Girls Aren’t Easy is a terrific book and readers should jump up and get it now. It has excellent characters, a logical background that supports the story, “wow, that’s hot” sex, and an interesting, if short, storyline. The hero, Danek, is a perfect gentle giant. Angela is enchanting in a girl-next-door style that complements Danek well. Few writers can produce such great chemistry between characters in a short story. The background is well defined and allows readers to understand the couple’s actions. I love it when none of the science fiction is too convenient and Ms. Teglia explains all aspects completely. The sex is fantastic, starting with a mind induced orgasm to scenes that are to die for. Each scene is fresh, hot, and thrilling. I loved this story and hope Ms. Teglia quickly writes more.”
I think that merits a cupcake. 😆
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