Okay, I confess, I spend way too much time in my writing cave. My idea of a wild night is writing a sex scene while drinking some Barefoot Moscato, but I might just have found a new favorite treat...Drunken Gummy Bears!

Anyone that reads my blog knows that I love me some Gummy Bears. They are the perfect reading, writing, editing, marketing snack. And now they are drunk!

I was actually searching for some great book snacks because to say that all of my book adventures are fueled by either coffee, sweet tea, or wine depending on the time of day is not the type of impression you want to give. So there I was, searching for something more acceptable (because you know I try not to frighten the normal people) and I came across Drunken Gummy Bears. Well out goes the idea of acceptable snacks and bring on those drunk little bears!

For this yummy treat you just take Gummy Bears and place them in a bowl and cover them with vodka. Cover the bowl and place in fridge for a week. Even I can do that. I think I have found a new favorite book snack!

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My inspiration comes from several places, but in my current work in progress, my overall inspiration is the idea that when people are faced with a crisis, some can come through it stronger while others just give up.

It has been a crazy week. I've battled a sinus infection, a terrible case of writer's block, and more days than not I've felt as though I was just flinging poo at the keyboard as opposed to writing anything useful. Don't you hate days like that?  

Well, I think I've figured things out in my current work in progress...Of course it's nothing like what I first planned, but the characters took the story in another direction. I think every writer loves the moment a story springs to life and takes on a mind of its own, but that same moment strikes fear into your soul in the way a non-writer could never understand.

So, now that the characters are coming to life, more of them are wanting to have their say. Which brings me to the purpose of this post...

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I'm always on the lookout for a new paranormal romance series. I'm sort of picky. I want a book with a plot, something I can really dive into that keeps me turning the page. Sadly, it's been a while since I found something that I really liked, but over fall break I discovered a real gem!

Most of you that follow my blog know that I rarely write reviews. I don't like to break a book down and analyze the plot and characters. I admire people that can, but it ruins the magic of the story for me. With that in mind, I am now totally in love with the A Shade of Vampire series by Bella Forrest! The author creates an entire world with a history, traditions, and characters that suck you in. One thing I look for in paranormal novels is the author's ability to create a believable society and Bella Forrest does it very well. 

I read the first five books in the series over fall break. I've been slower finishing the series, but only because I forced myself to slow down to savor the story more. If you're looking for a great series to dive into this winter, I highly recommend A Shade of Vampire.