After their house is destroyed by a hurricane, Val and Karl rebuild their lives. To escape the stress, her dreams inspire her to write a historical romance novel set in Iceland rife with sorcery, sexy Vikings, and of course, a volcano. After a blow to her head, her dreams become more vivid and her husband gets more critical of her new fixation. She dreams of Icelandic magical symbols she would never know, which both frightens and intrigues her. In her novel, Val becomes Vigdis, eager to fend … [Read more...] about Past Storm and Fire by Christy Nicholas
Interview with Author – Victoria Warren Jackson
About Victoria Warren Jackson: Victoria Warren Jackson has published three books, which include Untraditional Love In The Dark, Can You Feel Me? Intimate Poetry?, and Not Just Us. All of her books were self-published by Favic Press.Her books focus on topics such as bisexuality, AIDS, and issues that drive communication. What inspires you to write? My life experiences and those experiences of individuals in my circle inspire me to write. Tell us about your writing process. I typically … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Victoria Warren Jackson
Al Capone’s Miami: Paradise or Purgatory? by Sally J. Ling
Capone hoped to escape Chicago's cold and windy winters, gangland retaliation wars, and incessant hounding by the law so he fled south to Miami. He longed for paradise where sunshine was a daily commodity, boating and fishing could be easily enjoyed along a sandy coast lapped by azure Atlantic waters, nightlige consisted of high class entertainment clubs and gambling houses, and relaxing by the pool was as close as stepping out your back door. And so Capone purchased a home on Miami Beach, spent … [Read more...] about Al Capone’s Miami: Paradise or Purgatory? by Sally J. Ling
The Sizzling History of Miami Cuisine: Cortaditos, Stone Crabs and Empanadas by Mandy Baca @mandybaca
What inspired you to write your book? As a food writer, I always knew I wanted t write a book-it just took me awhile to figure out what that was exactly. My family is from Nicaragua and I've spent most of my life explaining where Nicaragua is located on a map and its cuisine. I figured I would write a book about its food and history. Having grown up in Miami, I eventually got to thinking that Miami's own food history had not been documented. The idea came about in 2009 and I haven't looked back … [Read more...] about The Sizzling History of Miami Cuisine: Cortaditos, Stone Crabs and Empanadas by Mandy Baca @mandybaca
Interview with Author – Mandy Baca @mandybaca
Author Bio: As a food- and history-obsessed Miami native, Mandy Baca found her true passion for food and writing while enrolled in the Hospitality School at Johnson & Wales University. She also holds a master's degree in Italian gastronomy and tourism from the University of Gastronomic Sciences in Colorno, Italy. In the past, she has held various positions within the restaurant industry and has contributed to various publications both locally and nationally. She is a member of the Flagler … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Mandy Baca @mandybaca
Interview with Author – Leona DeRosa Bodie
Author Bio: While sailing 1,700 miles in the Bahamian Out Islands, Leona DeRosa Bodie – the author of several illustrated children’s stories - wrote her first adult novel. SHADOW CAY went on to become an Amazon bestseller and to win the Reader Views Literary Award for best Mystery/ Thriller/Suspense. That’s when she started doing the happy dance and hasn’t stopped yet. Her work, says Bella Online Mystery Editor Edie Dykeman, “sets a strong pace from the start with riveting action and dialogue. … [Read more...] about Interview with Author – Leona DeRosa Bodie
