On the 28th November the Harlequin Historical Authors Advent Calendar goes live. That means you have the chance to win a giveaway every day from then until the 24th December. Don't forget there's also a Grand Draw at the end of the contest giving you an opportunity to win a Kindle Fire HD. I'll post the links on this blog. My part of this contest will be on the 6th December. Details will be posted here later so look out for those.
Meanwhile, the rain, wind and cold have provided good reasons for staying indoors and working on the latest book. Well, that a looming deadline of course. I'm about halfway through the story at the moment. This one is proving great fun to write. I always say that, until I run into a plot wall. Touch wood, it hasn't happened this time and so I've been able to immerse myself in 9th Century Norway without any such annoyances.
I did take time out on Saturday morning to go over to Bakewell for a couple of hours. Apart from the fact that it's one of my favourite local places, the monthly Farmers' Market was on. The Christmas Market was an added bonus. I didn't realise it was taking place until I arrived. It was good to see the town so busy, and the atmosphere was great. Even though it was perishing cold the stallholders somehow managed to keep smiling. The lovely lady on the pashmina stall said that the secret was to wear Artic-quality thermals because they work in Derbyshire as well. Must bear that in mind. Anyway, I treated myself to a few goodies as well as doing a bit of Christmas shopping. Maybe I'll avoid the usual last-minute panic this year. Ever the optimist.
Last but not least, I want to wish my friend and writing buddy, Leonie Martin, a very happy birthday today. Have a good one, Leonie!
9th Century Norway sounds like somewhere they would definitely have appreciated thermal underwear! Thanks for the birthday wishes Jane - and I'll be looking out for your advent posts on 6th December :)
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome and, yes, do check out the calendar on Wednesday.
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