Magic in the Air

Tis the season of sleigh rides, caroling in the snow, and presents under the Christmas tree.  In every way, and every day, magic spills out of doorways and fills the air, touching our hearts and infusing us with feelings of love, especially for family. Is it any wonder that I'm thrilled that my new novel, The Sacred Circle, is slated for release on December 23rd?  After all, my book is all about love and magic--but, the modern-day witches's kind. It's also about redemption, of coming home, and re-igniting the passion for life again. And of course, finding true love along the way. And isn't that what Christmas is really all about? The magical birth of a baby with the power to alter our lives forever?

What makes magic so special at this time of year, or any time of year? That's easy.  It's all about the recipe used to make the magic. In the case of The Sacred Circle, you conjure up two very interesting ingredients, namely Brianna and Devlin (star-crossed lovers and bitter enemies). Then you stir the pot by adding in some magical talent and skills for them both--of the Wicca kind.  You then add a lot of conflict (and I do mean lots--banishment, an unexpected marriage, un-Sacred Circles, bitter rivalries, revenge, etc.). And then you put the ingredients in the oven (or in this case, the Coven) to simmer. Ah, heck, put them in and let them burn; by the time the ingredients have been cooked to perfection, you've produced something delicious to eat (or in the case of paranormal romance novels, something delicious for the reader to enjoy again and again).

Where does the joy of magic live in your heart? To a hopeless romantic, such as me, it's found in the arms of two star-crossed lovers seeking redemption, the power of forgiveness, and of course, a love to last a lifetime. Again, is it any wonder I'm thrilled that The Sacred Circle is being released during the holiday season?  What better Christmas present to be left under the tree than a book filled with the magic of love and romance and happily ever after?

So do yourself a favor this Christmas. Conjure up a magic spell in your heart and then share it with someone in desperate need of healing magic. You won't regret it.  After all, when we help, we elevate our life to that of a true High Priestess and Magician.

Romance on the High Seas

I just returned from the first ever 5 day Celtic Thunder Cruise (to the Caribbean). It was fabulous to say the least. Besides, what's not to like?  Five days on board with six of the most handsome lads to ever grace the Irish heritage. Now that's true romance. And even more interesting was seeing the ages of the passengers--from three to ninety-three. All of us were there to see the lads perform--singly or as a group--and lest you think, the ship held only cooing females, think again.  Many men were sailing--alone, with their wives, or significant others. And in talking with them, they solidified what we all knew. Music is the language of love and romance--whether you're male or female.

Sitting up in the balcony, watching the hand holding going on, it was not hard to see how much music is ingrained in our souls, and in the connections we make with each other while in the human world.  Combining words and music is nothing short of miraculous to a songwriter bent on sharing a message, and it's the same with a paranormal romance writer.  Words, and the rhythm of them, spark the imagination and, because it does, a writer is able to share a message to the reader--one that, hopefully, connects to their soul. 

What is the message for our souls?  I think it's, that no matter where we find ourselves in our daily life, whether listening to an awe-inspiring piece of music, or reading an entertaining romance novel, love is our constant companion.  There is a haunting beauty in connecting words to our lives.  Our hearts are opened and we take on more love, and then even more love.  Miraculously, we forgive those who have treated us badly, and begin to understand the phrase "I cried because I had no shoes, then I met a man who had no feet".  Does that phrase resonate with your soul?  I hope so, 'cause I know it resonates with mine.