Cherokee of Coffee Time Romance sent me an advanced review of A RED HOT NEW YEAR.   This is what she had to say about the anthology:  “A Red Hot New Year lives up to its name and more. The refreshing characters are quite interesting in their own way and leave an impression with the reader. These fine authors have penned four stimulating stories that sizzle hotter than fireworks on the fourth of July. Each read weaves some simmering seduction between the pages that is quite entertaining. Bold, sassy, and explosive, these stories will have you begging for more. “

And, regarding my novella, New Year’s Bites, Cherokee wrote:  “I found this story thrilling. I love the interaction of the characters. Anna and Jon are terrific together and leave a lasting impression with the reader. Cynthia Eden creates an intriguing read full of hot, steamy passion that brings out more than the animal. Anna and Jon inflame the pages while staying one step ahead of the obstacles that continue to get in their way. This story takes a bite and does not let go.”

Yay! Thanks so much, Cherokee!

When the full review is posted at Coffee Time Romance, I’ll post a link.

It’s been about two weeks since I worked on a manuscript, and I’m starting to get twitchy. Time to get back in the saddle and start cranking out another story.

I like to take a break between books. Rest my mind. Let the characters drift away from me so that I can start fresh. But, if I go too long without writing, well, I really start to miss the process.

And the twitchiness ensues.

For the other writers out there, does this happen to you, too? When you’re between stories, do you feel the gnawing drive to get back to a new WIP? I think two weeks might just be my limit. So, starting Monday, I’ll begin a new manuscript. Since I’ve just gotten an offer on my house (woo-hoo, finally!) and will have to move out of the current place and into the new home in about three weeks, I won’t have as much time to devote to the new story as I’d like. I’ll aim for five pages a day, half of my normal output, but that should be enough to stop the withdrawal shakes.

Have a great weekend, everyone!

I’ll be chatting tonight (9 pm Eastern time) at the RWA Online Public Chat Room. Other authors who will be participating in this paranormal, futuristic, Sci-Fi, and fantasy chat include:  Deborah Cooke, Lori Devoti, Cara Carnes, and Marly Mathews. Prizes will be given away (cause prizes are always fun!), so, if you get a chance, drop by!

I’ve got another trailer to share! Secrets, Volume 15 (Available now!) includes my novella, Bite of the Wolf. Bite of the Wolf was the very first werewolf tale I had the pleasure to write–and it led to my Wolf’s Call Trilogy that I produced for Red Sage (the other two stories in the trilogy are The Wolf’s Mate and Caged Wolf).

If you’d like to see the trailer, it’s up on YouTube. I’ll post it on my trailers’ page soon.

My local RWA group will be hosting a writing conference on the beach in April of 08. Yep, that’s right…I said the beach.

If you’re looking for a great weekend getaway–one that includes a beautiful view of the beach and one that will allow you to hone your writing skills–then you need to attend the Silken Sands Conference in Pensacola, Florida.

Here are some more details about the conference:

Dates: April 11-13, 2008

Price:  Well, if you register before October 31st, you can get the early bird rate of $125. After October 31st, the rate will increase.

Keynote Speakers:  Sherrilyn Kenyon and Catherine Mann

Workshops:  I’ll be presenting a paranormal workshop…HOW TO KEEP THE “NORMAL” IN YOUR PARANORMAL STORIES. I’ll discuss methods for giving human traits and flaws to non-human characters. Of course, there will also be a ton of other workshops, and you can view the conference brochure here.

The conference will also provide writers with the chance to pitch stories to agents and editors–come on, people–that’s important!

So, mark your calendars and get ready for an April trip to the beach!