I've Moved

In case you've been wondering why this site (www.krystalwade.blogspot.com) has been so quiet lately, it's because I've moved. My permanent home is now at www.krystal-wade.com. I haven't decided if I like the Wordpress.org system, but I do like having my blog and webpage all in one. Go check it out, and make sure you subscribe by e-mail so you can stay up to da...

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EVER

Eight plus months ago, I took on a part time job with an Independent Publisher. Eight months ago, I never imagined how quickly that job would grow into something so rewarding, so amazing, that I'd find myself becoming friends with uber-talented authors such as Jessa Russo. I mean, I already knew the writing community is a strong, supportive one--My best friend is a writer and my crit partner. My other best friend is a writer, a publisher, and a new...

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Trust #sixsunday #wildesmeadow

For those of you not in the know, Wilde's Meadow is set to release on November 5th! YAY!Here is one more *unedited* scene where Kate and Arland are in the great room for a little pre-battle celebration.Enjoy!~When Arland and I are around others, I find myself glancing away, making faces, tensing up—all the things I was supposed to do before he and Brit disappeared. Back at Watchers Hall, before meeting Dufaigh—or any other Ground Dweller aside from Perth—I didn't have an issue with affection. Actions never bothering me before scare me now.No matter...

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What's In Your Purse?

End of Summer Edition!Were you a part of the January edition of this fun little purse clean-out?If not, you sure missed out. Some of the things people carry around in their purse astound me!So, since the summer is winding down, I figured it was time to clean-out our shoulder bags once again!-         Pack of gum (Hey, that's normal!)-         Car keys-        ...

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Bring Sexy Back #sixsunday #wildesmeadow

Hello Fans, Six Sunday-ers, and those here who don't actually want to be--Whaaat? You don't really want to be here?This week poor Kate has stopped the bleeding on her shoulders. Flanna should NOT be allowed to touch a needle ever again. Now our hero and heroine are spending some along time together.Enjoy!~"Well, since you are forcing me, I would like to tell you your hair is a mess." He laughs, a deep, happy laugh.I smack his shoulder. "Arland."Arland leans forward then flips me onto my back, pressing his chest against mine, holding me captive...

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Epic Stank

The sun was shining, the sky was blue, and temperatures were somewhere around the mid-eighties. I pulled up to the Mine Road sign at the Pentagon and abruptly ended my phone conversation with my best friend and critique partner Dawna.Two gentlemen opened my car doors and climbed into the passenger seats, immediately bringing with them a smell like no other . . .Mothballs!I'm sure the little orbs of smelly repellent went out of style in the 80's, right?RIGHT?If they were ever popular to begin with.But one of these guys sported the scent as though...

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Alone Time #wildesmeadow #sixsunday

Hey guys! It's been awhile since I've participated in Six Sunday. Life has been hectic, and I didn't think it was fair for you to comment on my blog when I'm not even around.So, today I bring you an early scene from Wilde's Meadow, the third and final installment in my Darkness Falls trilogy set to release November 5, 2012.Flanna is making armor for Kate, but Flanna is no Dresser. Kate's bleeding . . . everywhere!Enjoy!~"She's trying to kill me." [Kate says]"There," Flanna trills. "Promise me you will wear this?"Arland crosses the room in three...

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Wilde's Meadow

I've written. I've rewritten. I've cried. I've cussed. I've pulled a few hairs. Oh, and I've rewritten some more.BUT!!!!!Wilde's Meadow is now in the hands of my editor at Curiosity Quills Press.That's right! On November 5, 2012, you will be able to read the final installment of my Darkness Falls trilogy!*Throws Confetti*This book was so difficult for me. I began writing it last year, but in the mean time, Wilde's Fire and Army were published, I started working for CQP, and everything else that is life seemed to stand in the way. Never mind the...

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Look at This

I've been tagged by Ayden Morgen, who has no idea how perfect her timing is. Not only has she included me in this fun meme called "Look", but I get to show off my blog/website's new look. We're not finished designing yet, but I'd rather post new stuff here!Now, according to the rules, I'm supposed to do a search in my work in progress for the word "look" and then paste the surrounding paragraph(s) and tag as many people as possible. Here's my teaser...

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Segregated Clothing

I rummaged through my closet, looking for something—anything—to wear to work. Meetings filled my morning schedule, and I wanted to look nice but couldn't find a dress or slacks or capris or anything. Until . . . I skipped to that section. The section of my closet reserved for skinny or fat days. You know, the-clothes-that-used-to-fit-but-for-whatever-reason-don't-right-now section. Sigh. My husband laughed at me, made some comment about how if I'd just put away laundry as soon as I wash it, I wouldn't have this problem. Men! I...

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