Writing is difficult. Don’t let anyone tell you it’s not. My stories start in my head. I hear dialogue, I see scenery, I even hear the exposition. Getting it down on paper and keeping my tushy in the chair is another thing entirely. It can be downright challenging....
I’m really excited today to have a guest post from fellow Carina Press author, Joanna Chambers. Joanna’s book, The Lady’s Secret, is now available. Hmmm, she thinks Regency men are the best. Let’s just see… Hi Ruth, thanks for having me...
Come on in, and chat. Just leave a comment or Tweet me @RuthACasie. To start things off here is an excerpt from Knight of Runes, the inspiration for our tea party. England – 2008“Lady Emily, time for your tea.” Ninety-year-old Lady Emily Parsons sat in the...
Afternoon tea is a tradition we associate with Great Britain. Traditionally, dinner was served at 8:30 or 9:00 pm – a long time after the morning meal which was served between 7:00 and 9:00 am. To fill the gap, and stop the grumblings of many tummies, tea...