July is almost here...and it's my birthday month! Besides cake (chocolate, naturally), my favorite part of a birthday is presents! I find it more fun to give than to receive, however, so during my birthday month I like to offer special gifts to readers. If you're not subscribed to my mailings, you'll want to sign up...

On Select Wednesdays, I post tips and strategies for writers.  3 REASONS WHY YOU NEED A CHARACTER WORKSHEET by J. Rose Allister Whether you're the type of writer who is a careful planner or a free-wheeling pantser, taking the time to create a worksheet for each of your main characters can be a vital help...

It's Too Yummy Tuesday! On select Tuesdays I share delicious recipes either inspired by my books or that are just plain delicious! Ice cream is a frequent downfall of my diet, especially since summertime in my locale means frequent temperatures above 100 degrees. I can pack away a lion's share of ice cream-and all...

On occasion, I spotlight other authors and books on my blog.  Today I'm pleased to welcome Iris Blobel, a fellow Weekend Writing Warrior (Snippet Sunday participant) who has a blog tour going for her book More Beginnings. Welcome, Iris! MORE BEGINNINGS Iris Blobel AMAZON US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071F7FPQ9/  ...

On the first Monday of the month, I gab about what's going on with me, my writing, and life in general. Summer is here! A writing retreat vacation is just around the corner, just in time after some very busy spring months. Time to make packing and to-do lists! Vacation Dreams A view from the cabin...

On select Fridays, I offer a freebie...usually a book (but not necessarily). The books will either be one of mine or some other erotic romance that is available for free at the time of my post. This month's freebie IS a book, and it's one of mine. Their Secret Paradise was the first book I wrote set in the Immortal Paradise...