Ideas When You Least Expect Them
I’m often asked where do find ideas. I find them everywhere and sometimes they find me.
My most recent book, Claimed by Dragons, co-authored with Katalina Leon, came from a visit to Salem MA.
My husband and I wanted to visit Salem during October when we knew the town would be full of the Halloween spirit. The shops were hopping with things to do. If you wanted your palm read or a tarot reading, Salem was the place to be. If you wanted to be spooked, you could be.
My teenager and her two best friends were along for the trip with us. They visited a shop where the owner told them to pick a stone out of a black velvet bag. She instructed the girls to make a wish and return the stone to nature and their wish would come true.
When I told Kat about this, we both said, “Wouldn’t that make for a fun book.” One book idea turned into four and so began the Bag of Tricks series. Four women on a reunion in Salem. Four stones that will lead them to their true love.
Most of the time I’m not looking for ideas, they just seem to find me. :o)
I’d be happy to give away a copy of my book Claimed by Dragons. Just leave a comment and a valid contact email. I’ll pick a winner on Wednesday.
I think Salem in October sounds so fun! Thanks for a chance to win your great book!!
Carin mawmom at gmail dot com
Sounds like a great concept for a series.Looking forward to reading htem.Thanks for the giveaway.
elaing8(at)netscape(dot)net
Oh, I love Dragon stories! The one short story I ever wrote was based on a water park so you never know where ideas will come from.
I would love to visit Salem MA around Halloween time. I bet it’s fun.
smurfettev AT Gmail DOT com
I’ve always wanted to go to MA and especially Salem. Looking fwd to reading more of your books.
I swear I’m going to tag along one year during Amber’s autumn Salem vacation! It sounds like so much fun.
I think Salem would be a fun place to spend Halloween!
Lissa thanks so much for having me today!
Sheri and Carin, Salem is awesome in Oct.
I share your love of Dragons, Shari! Thanks for dropping in.
Elaing8, I enjoy having giveaways! :0
That sounds like it was a fun trip! I bet it was beautiful there in October.
suz2(at)cox(dot)net
Thank you Amber for stopping by. Brandy has used Random.org to pick a winner. Congratulations Sheri V. You’re information has been emailed to Amber.