The Only One. John Barrowman!

Don't you just love it when older vids pop up randomly on youtube and you go, "Oh yeah! I forgot all about that one. Well, here's a random pop up. The one and only John Barrowman. I love that guy! A little birdy tells me he'll be making an appearance in the 50th anniversary Dr. Who as the fabulous Captain Jack Harkness, which began filming yesterday, but you probably already know that. I'm all aflutter. David Tennant is returning, too. Frankly, he's the best of the best of all the Doctors. Sorry Matt. Anyway, here's a litte John to brighten your day.

One Way, One D, True Colorz, Free Books, and Me

This week, True Colorz is featuring all three authors of The Ravens Crossing, and there will be free books given away! 

Yes, you heard that right. Free books!

All you have to do is head over to the True Colorz website starting Monday, March 25th, 2013. Any time next week you can post a comment. That will make you eligible to win The Ravens Crossing, Book One and The Ravens Crossing, Book Two for free.

Plus, you can get to know a little more about me, Andi Lea, and West Thronhill, our characters, and our collaborative project. On a side note, both The Ravens Crossing books have both been getting some great reviews, so thanks to those who read, enjoyed, and commented. You peeps are the best! 

And "One Way or Another" I had to share a little One D and Miss Piggy. Here is their recently posted video in support of Red Nose Day, the British version of Comic Relief. Gotta love Harry and the boys!

Monarchs, Mraz, and Me!

So, life has been hectic around Casa Corlies. Anyone who thinks the business of writing is easy has not been paying attention. But, this is not a complaint. I love my job, and I love staying busy. Why else would I add the creative process on top of running my own pet sitting business? By day, dogs greet me enthusiastically all over town, by night I make up my own worlds. Life is good. The only thing I ask for is a little pick me up now and then when I get tired. And nothing picks me up better than Jason Mraz. He makes me happy. So, I thought I'd share my favorite Mraz video. It's not just the message of the song, but the monarch butterfly that sold me on this one. I have a long standing love of that little insect. In fact, I actually followed them all the way to Mexico and hiked up the side of a mountain at Del Rosario Monarch Sanctuary in thin oxygen just to see their wintering grounds. If you have not seen this natural wonder, it's well worth the trek. Picture, if you will, a blanket of monarchs covering the whole forest. I kid you not! Anyway, here's a little Monarch and Mraz to pick you up. And if you fancy a good read, don't miss out on The Ravens Crossing. It's a wild, wild ride. If you're already a fan and following our stories here's a little insider news: this post might give you a glimpse into what's coming in the next few weeks.  Happy weekending!

Who are the Conclave?

Things got Wild in Wildwood last week, and if you haven't been keeping up, this week promises even more wacky sauce. Wait until you find out what the Conclave has been up to. The Thirteen really need to pull it together! But, will they be able to after everything that happened at the Bonfire last week? You'll have to tune in to find out. 

And, in case you are just finding this wild serial I write for, The Ravens Crossing is participating in Smashwords 2013 Read an EBook a Week promotion. So, you can get Book 1 and Book 2 at half price. And, catch up on Season 3 (ie Book 3) for free online at www.theravenscorssing.org where new chapters post weekly over six days of the week. It's tons of fun! 

The link to The Ravens Crossing: Book One coupon 

The link to The Ravens Crossing: Book Two coupon 

Enjoy! 

JT and Jay Z: Let Them Show You a Few Things.

So, it's time for a break from the clikity clacking. Life is good here at Casa Corlies. The schedule is a little bit on the hectic side. Just the way I like it. I'm having a blast writing Season 3 stories for The Ravens Crossing, plus two spin-off novellas, and helping to plan Season 4. But, every now and then I remind myself it's time for a break. I've been taking a few more of them than strictly necessary ever since JT and Jay Z released the official Suit & Tie video. I thought I'd share, in case you live in some strange vortex where you missed it. Or perhaps you're like me, and you just want to say, "What the heck, watching it one more time couldn't hurt." Enjoy!