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Paranormal Round-Robin by Beth Caudill
Between the Lines Welcomes Beth Cauldill
Bio
Beth Caudill resides in North Carolina with her husband and two children. Her home is lined with bookcases and filled with books. Although she does not claim the computer manuals, those belong to her husband. In her life prior to becoming a stay-at-home-mom, she worked as a technical support analyst and quality assurance software tester. Now she plays chauffeur and cook for her family and fits in writing when she can.
She is a member of Romance Writers of America, her local chapter Heart of Carolina Romance Writers and the Fantasy, Futuristic, and Paranormal chapter. You can find out more about Beth and her stories at http://www.bethcaudill.net/.
Publisher Websites:
The Wild Rose Press: http://www.thewildrosepress.com/
Whispers Publishing: http://www.whispershome.com/
My husband and I started looking into adding a dog to the family. We’ve spent
more time talking about acquiring a dog than we did on having kids. Our current
disagreement is over which breed to get—he believes a Beagle is best and I want
a Cavalier
King Charles Spaniel. I think it’s going to come down to what’s available
when we finally say, “Yes, it’s time for a dog.”
As a paranormal and fantasy author, I include lots of animals and imaginary creatures in my stories. At least I don’t have to argue with anyone over who to feature. For Garden Magic, the main focus of the story was the garden and in my mind witches and elves were the best beings to write about. Dragon’s Mate concentrated on dragons and Informally Yours ended up about werewolves because Halloween wouldn’t be the same without them.
I have a hard time writing about one type of paranormal specie. I decided to make that work for me and created Arilase. It’s a planet populated entirely with paranormal creatures…no humans allowed. In Healer’s Fate, a novella coming soon from Whispers Publishing, I wrote about werewolves, dwarves, and witches/sorcerers. In the next story, I plan to include elves. Eventually I’ll expand into the oceans because I’ve always wanted to write about dolphins; a carry over from watching Flipper as a child.
So what do you like? Do you want an author to concentrate on one specific species or would you like to see a variety of paranormal beings?
Blurb:
Coming Soon – Healer’s Fate
Corliss Rumdone hides behind her status as Healer to avoid the normal wolf pack hierarchal challenges. A forced mating changes the course of her life. Instead of Raymond, the beta wolf selected for her, she mates with Liam—her best friend and heir to the Alpha pair.
Liam whisks them away to a shifter retreat so they can allow the mating
bond to settle in private. But interference from those seeking power and two
terminal children arouse past hurts and challenge their new relationship. Even
their home is not the haven it should be as Liam must watch Corliss fight for
the right to stay his mate. For one healer, death becomes a weapon to balance
life.
Categories: Guest Bloggers
Tags: Paranormal werewolves elves dragons
Afternoon everyone. I'll be in and out today due to a doctors appointment for one of the kids. (Nothing wrong just a standard appointment.) Feel free to leave a comment.
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Beth, the only books my husband even opens are technical books. He has tons of them, which I couldn't understand if I had to save my life.
I want a small poodle mix. I have a huge German Shepherd and he loves little dogs. He sheds terribly and I hear the poodle mixes don't shed.
Great blog Beth!
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I'm all for variety, Beth! I actually don't think writers need to write the same old stuff over and over. I think mixing things up enhances our creativity.
And I'm with your husband on the Beagle. We had to put our 10 year old boxer down in February and haven't gotten another dog yet. First, because we're just not ready for the responsibility, but also we can't agree on breed either. LOL.
Good luck with the dog choice and your stories!
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Loved this blurb by Beth Caudill. Funny how she likes to write about so many different paranormal characters when so many authors stick to one group. Good for her! Good luck on future published works and I'll watch for them!
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Hi Beth! I love new things in paranormals. So bring it on. Elves and dolphins sound perfect!
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Another book for my to put on my to buy list. Good excerpt.
lorettaC,
lbcanton@verizon.net
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Hey Mary - My husband also reads some WWII books but for the most part no genre fiction. He claims book reports in school turned him off reading. I think it's because he has no imagination beyond math and science.
I have to say both of us can agree we don't want a poodle. I know a lot of people like them but it's not for us. Oooo, I like German Shepards but it's bigger than we want with the kids.
Susan - The first dog in my family was a Keeshond. She died month before I graduated college. My parents still haven't gotten another pet.
I like variety and can enjoy when an author has multiple series going on.
Nancy B. - Thanks. I just hope it isn't a weakness with NY. One thing with the shorts...I think I can do more creative characters because they aren't in a novel.
Debra - Love elves. I have to remember to add the mischievousness trait into mine. I think I get stuck with Lord of the Rings image so much that I forget they can be cruel as well.
Seals and Dolphins are my two favorite sea animals. I have one Selkie story idea....just need to get one for the Dolphins (as if I need another unfinished story in my head).
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Loretta - Thanks. I hope you enjoy it when it comes out.
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Hi Beth
Just catching up, loved reading this. I too usually manage to include animals of some one type or another (usually equine) in my stories. Hope you have success with your dog hunting. I love dogs and have had two beagles - wonderful dogs although they do require a lot of exercise and long walks - I used to take mine out with me when I was riding. CKC Spaniels are lovely little dogs, but unfortunately I understand they often have health problems due to the way they've been bred (like a lot of dogs today sadly. Have you considered a rescue? There are so many lovely dogs looking for homes. I have a rscued Jack Russell. He's been ill treated in the past, but he is the sweetest, friendliest little dog, and brings so much joy into our lives.
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Lyn
I think my husband may have given up on the Beagle because he found out I was right when I said they tend to bark alot. We live in a quiet neighborhood and the neighbors are real close. We don't think they'd approve. I know the CKC Spaniels have heart issues...but we think we can deal with that. In a lot of ways dogs are like children. They will have medical problems too.
I'm not too keen on the SPCA because you never know what kind of dog you are getting. I know a lot of people who were told they were getting one breed only to end up with a very large dog because of some hidden genes. We need a small dog. (And I don't have the energy to deal with a Jack Russell. Knew someone who had one. Whew.)
We'll see. We may even change our minds again before we get a dog. We're still just talking about it.
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