Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 6:15PM I'm having a quiet week writing,but I wanted to let everyone know that on Friday I'll be blogging with the Harlequin American Romance Authors. If you have a few minutes, please drop by. Everyone who leaves a comment is eligible for our monthly draw for autographed books. Happy reading!
Until next time,
Lee
Sunday, February 19, 2012 at 1:00AM I just had to share this music video for Carly Rae Jepsen's "Call Me Maybe" because it features a Harlequin romance novel written by the fabulous Linda Warren, one of my fellow American Romance authors. Enjoy!
Great song and cute video, don't you think? And you've gotta love a girl with such great taste in books!
Until next time,
Lee
Friday, February 17, 2012 at 12:34PM Coleslaw is one my favorite salads but I've never had any luck with the dressing. Now, after a long and lengthy search and much experimenting in the kitchen, I've come up with a recipe I love.
Lee's Coleslaw Dressing
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet red onion
salt and pepper to taste
Mix al ingredients in a small bowl. Pour the dressing onto the slaw and toss. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Until next time,
Lee
PS: I make coleslaw with shreeded green or red cabbage (or a combination of the two), grated carrot and grated apple. A firm, tart apple like a Granny Smith works best. What do you put in your slaw?
Salad Dressing in Food for Thought Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at 7:02PM Wow. 
I've had a super-busy week that actually started the Saturday before last with a successful multi-author book signing.
On Wednesday I took part in a panel discussion on Romance in the 21st Century at the Vancouver Public Library.
And this past Saturday I was the keynote speaker at the Vancouver Island Chapter of Romance Writers of America's annual Valentine's Day Luncheon and Awards Ceremony.
Now I'm back to serious writing time, and today I found out that my next book, The Daddy Project, will be a December 2012 release! This is Kristi's story, the second book in the Ready Set Sold series set in Seattle.
I hope your Valentine's Day is filled with love and lots of sweet, sweet goodness!
Unitl next time,
Lee
Valentine's Day in Happy Holidays Sunday, February 5, 2012 at 9:17PM Think you've seen everything? How about a sheep-herding rabbit? No? Check out this little guy. He's one spunky bunny! I don't care for the song, though. It's funnier with the volume turned off.
Enjoy!
Until next time,
Lee
Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 6:40AM 
Last week I learned that Harlequin is going to reissue my very first book, The Man for Maggie, as part of their Heartwarming line. I'm thrilled! The book will be revamped and given a new title and cover, and released in the first part of 2013.
Harlequin's Heartwarmings are wholesome, tender romances that celebrate traditional values and true love. I think the line is a perfect fit for me and this book.
The covers are absolutely gorgeous—check them out on the Harlequin website—and I can't wait to see what mine will look like!
Happy reading!
Until next time,
Lee
The Man for Maggie in Tuesday News Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 1:00AM I'm in the process of redecorating the master bedroom, which needs pretty much everything, including a new light fixture. I've always wanted a chandelier so I've been shopping for a secondhand one. Look what I found, and for only $25!
Originally it was a ghastly shade of dark mottled turquoise but the previous owner painted it a nice fresh white. The bedroom walls will be painted light aqua and the ceiling light ivory, so I'm considering repainting the chandelier aqua as well, maybe a couple of shades darker than the walls.
I'll post some more photos when it's finished.
Until next time,
Lee
Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 6:25AM I tend not to make New Years resolutions because my enthusiasm for them always starts to wane by mid January. Instead I set yearly goals for myself. On this year's list:
What about you? Do you make resolutions or set goals? Either way, here's to a happy, productive and prosperous 2012!
Until next time,
Lee
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