Guest Blogger: Stacy Walsh

 

Hi Everyone,

Welcome Stacy Walsh to our blog today! She is here to share 5 Things You Don't Know About her & while she is here she is going to share one of her favorite Summer time recipes with you. We hope you enjoy it.

5 fun facts about Stacy Walsh:

1. I am a certified yoga instructor
2. The first book I wrote, Soil, while entirely fictional was inspired by my childhood home
3. I have two teenage sons that I love with all my heart
4. I desperately wish I could sing, but as my mom would say I can't carry a tune in a bucket
5. I've wanted to be a writer from as far back as I can remember, I can't believe I've finally accomplished this dream

Killer Baked Potato Soup

Ingredients: 

1 Bag of frozen cubed hashbrowns

½ Sweet onion: chopped

1 Block cream cheese

1 Bag shredded cheddar cheese

2 Cans cream of celery soup

1 Container of vegetable stock

Diced Ham (optional)

Combine all ingredients in a crock pot and cook on either low temp all day or high temp for 3 to 4 hours, stirring occassionally.  This makes several servings.

Enjoy! 

Amazon.com : Stacy Leowalsh

Sam wants what he believes most people want, acceptance, love, maybe even a commitment someday. When Sam meets Casey at Westside State University, he thinks he has found the perfect person to start his life with. Sam thinks he has found the woman of his dreams. Follow along with Sam through the years of his union with Casey within a world where the rules have changed. Men are no longer the more powerful gender; women have claimed that role. Explore what happens to Sam within this type of world when he chains himself to an unsafe partner. Experience how a society built on a power imbalance impacts all those that reside within it. How much can one person endure before they descend into madness? How much can one’s own self-worth be suppressed before they snap? Sam is about to find out.

Guest Blogger: Paul Roebel ~ Character Interview ~ "Playground Antics"

 Character Interview: Paul Roebel, Playground Antics

1. Introduce yourself to our readers. Where do you fit into the story? What should we know about you?

I’m Paul Roebel the mayor of Tyson. As mayor, I take care of my citizens by ensuring their tax dollars buy only the best work. So, many of the contracts are awarded to my longtime friend Tom Hadler’s construction company, H.C. Construction.

Playground Antics revolves around my new Special Projects Coordinator, Beth Collins, and her misguided efforts to award and manage a contract for our new park’s playground. By using “fair” practices instead of our tried-and-true procedures, the contract goes to an upstart company, Falcon Construction.

You should know I’m willing to go to great lengths to ensure my city runs smoothly.

2. What do you think about the author? Tell us everything. We want to know.

Elaine is creative, weaves together interesting characters into a fascinating story, and works in a perfect balance of suspense and romance. On the downside, she only captured the disreputable side of my life and activities.

3. What are your feelings about this story?

The focus of the story was unfairly misdirected away from me, the true hero of Tyson!

Other than that, it’s a well-written romantic suspense.

4. How do you feel about being a character in this book?

I’m a pivotal and necessary character. Without me there would be no Playground Antics.

5. What do you see in your future? (No spoilers please!)

Nothing earth shattering as I’ll be out of touch for a while.

6. Is there a Sequel in the future? Will you be part of it?

I doubt if there’s a sequel. If there was one, it’s doubtful I’d be invited back. For some reason, I’m persona non grata. Go figure.

7. Say a movie producer comes knocking. What actor would you want to play you and why?

I’m leaning toward Billy Zane. Why? His character in Titanic was a misunderstood rich guy, same as me.

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A tale of corruption and romance…

A playground project should be fun and safe. Right?

Beth Collins, the new city Special Projects Coordinator, is a dedicated professional navigating the dubious world of city politics.

Jace Sims, an Air Force veteran and owner of Falcon Construction, thought the city’s playground project would be a fun way to support his hometown, so he submitted a bid.

Within this city, the mayor funnels contracts to his friend’s construction company. In direct conflict with the mayor’s expectations, Beth awards her first contract to Falcon Construction.

An unexpected attraction between Beth and Jace intensifies despite treachery and threats against them.

While they work on the high-stakes playground project, they must overcome obstacles and expose the truth behind the shady dealings of the mayor and his friend. Their relationship and justice depend on their success.

Turns out Playground Antics can be playful but dangerous.