Time is flying by faster and
faster every year. Maybe that's why I seem to get less and less done
every day. I'm sure there's some scientific theory hiding in there
somewhere. Anybody know anything about the space-time continuum? Of
course, it may just be that I've perfected the art of procrastination.
I'm still working on my immortal gambler story, ALL IN. I've sent it to
several agents and gotten some positive feedback. Now I'm working to
finish the manuscript. I'm really enjoying writing about Mal Kingston
and DeeDee LaRue. He's a charming poker player, who's also the runaway
heir to an ancient throne, and she works at a casino. She has to call on
all her Southern common sense to deal with the temptation of Mal's
flirtation. To say nothing of the assassins who might be targeting Mal.
But with shotgun-toting DeeDee watching his back, it's a good bet he'll
be safe.
I entered ALL IN in a few
contests and received some good scores....and some average scores. But
they had some suggestions that will help strengthen my story. I made the
semi-final round in The Molly Contest, which is still in the final
judging stage.
I wouldn't be making any forward
progress without the help of my critique groups. They are absolutely the
best! They keep me on the straight and narrow, reining me back in when I
stray too far from my outline. They ask the hard questions like---How
many times can Mal stand up without sitting down even once? They notice
when I wimp out on conflict and insist I be mean to my
characters.....even when I whine, "Why can't everybody just get along?"
And they convince me that the scene with the security guard really will
work better later in the book, even though I hate to move things around.
Writing may be a solitary occupation, but ending up with a solid,
polished manuscript is definitely a group effort. At least for me.
So, I'll give myself the same tried-and-true advice I'd give any other
struggling writer. Hang in there. Keep writing. Don't give up. Have
faith in yourself. And maybe lightning really will strike twice!
Thank you to everyone who sends me emails. I truly appreciate the
support and your kinds words about SPELLBOUND IN SEATTLE.
Garthia
RWA Golden Heart Finalist! 4
Stars!
Leisure HeartSpell
Romance ~ ISBN #0-505-52537-2
Spellbound as a wizard, enthralled as
a man, Vorador vows to charm the woman of his dreams with the strongest
magic of all---love.
Awards
for
Spellbound In Seattle!
Winner! Romance Writers Ink Award ~ ~
Paranormal Category.
"Garthia
Anderson's Spellbound In Seattle is a marvelous mixture of magic,
mystery and mayhem! Whilst Petra is a non-magical individual, she
has an amazing ability to affect others' magic – detrimentally!
Thanks to Vorador's affinity with fire, Petra also keeps setting
Vorador alight whenever she speaks a 'flaming' curse. How many can
you think of? All of the characters in this novel are fabulously and
fully developed, even Medora who is mostly absent (she's in a coma)
and the villain. There is a plot twist or two, and magic is
interlaced throughout. The storyline is well thought and excellently
paced, and engages the reader. You will not find yourself bored;
just the opposite. You will keep reading; you won't be able to do
anything but. Spellbound In Seattle is a fun, original read that is
a must for any paranormal lover. Garthia Anderson has written a
simply magical tale."---Elizabeth, Fallen Angel Reviews
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"In this
alternate-reality romance, magic and magical people are just part of the
landscape. The odd-couple pairing of Petra and Vorador is fun, slightly
off-beat and sexy. Keep your eyes on the talented Garthia
Anderson!"---Romantic
Times BOOKclub
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"Garthia
Anderson has written an enjoyable romantic urban fantasy that will
appeal to fans of Rosemary Edgehill and Jody Lynn Nye. On an earth
where magic works, readers will want to believe in the fantasy. The
protagonists squabbles are a form of foreplay that add a piquant
sense of humor to the story line. It is to be hoped that Ms.
Anderson will write more stories in this fascinating universe."---Harriet
Klausner
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"In her
first-published book, Ms. Anderson shows she has what it takes to
engage and hold the reader's attention from page one to the end. Her
characters and their stories are interesting, her dialogue is
snappy, and her narrative style is fluid. So, readers of paranormal
romance rejoice, there is a new and talented author in the
genre."---Moni Draper for
PNR
Reviews
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"I
thoroughly enjoyed Garthia Anderson's foray into wizards and
wizardry. There is so much more to this story. There are
little ins and outs and subtle nuances that just had me
rolling on the floor. I sincerely hope she will give us
more stories along this vein as I know I will be one of the
first begging for them!"---Reviewed
by Kathy Boswell for
The
Best Reviews
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"SPELLBOUND
IN SEATTLE is a fantastic romance . . . Debuting with a
wonderfully created and well written story, Garthia Anderson
has truly entered the world of romance with a bang. SPELLBOUND
IN SEATTLE will enchant, bewitch and entrance readers with its
in-depth characters and intriguing storyline. I highly
recommend SPELLBOUND IN SEATTLE to all readers of
romance."---Robin Peek for
The
Word On Romance
