Monthly Archives: February 2013

Inspiration for the Book: Creating Sandy (Heroine in His Abducted Bride)

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Ruth Ann Nordin

When I wrote Suddenly a Bride, Caitlyn’s best friend who worked at the diner with her just popped up in the book.  Usually, I’ll have the main characters in mind but their family and friends develop as I’m writing.  I … Continue reading →

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Story Sample Sunday: Runaway Bride (Setting Up Sandy’s Backstory)

Posted on February 24, 2013 by Ruth Ann Nordin

Today I thought I’d give a glimpse into Sandy, the heroine in His Abducted Bride.  I will explain tomorrow why I included this scene in Runaway Bride.  Today, I’ll let you get a better look at Sandy from her point … Continue reading →

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Mitch’s Win’s First Draft is Done, Cover for Kent Ashton’s Romance and Answering Some Questions I’ve Received

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Ruth Ann Nordin

I finished the first draft of Mitch’s Win last night! I’m currently getting it ready for my wonderful team of editors and proofreaders.  I hope to have it published by the end of March. (I plan to use PubIt.  I … Continue reading →

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Mitch’s Win, Upcoming Giveaways, and Finally Got the Cover for The Earl’s Scandalous Wife

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Ruth Ann Nordin

I’m really excited by how everything is progressing! 1.  I’m now on the final chapter for Mitch’s Win. I expect to finish the first draft this weekend.  😀  This will make Mitch’s Win my 30th romance!  There’s a good chance … Continue reading →

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Another Kent Post

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Ruth Ann Nordin

I wrote some more for Kent’s Backstory.  The plot for his romance is slowly forming in my mind, and I think Rose Larson (one of Dave and Mary’s daughters) will be the heroine.  After examining the Nebraska Timeline, Rose will … Continue reading →

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Tentative First Draft Done Dates for Mitch’s Win and Runaway Bride

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Ruth Ann Nordin

At the moment, I am close to finishing both Mitch’s Win and Runaway Bride.  This is thanks to the great writing weekend I just enjoyed.  😀 I’m currently at chapter 19 in this one.  I expect to have one more … Continue reading →

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