My new best friend Patti O'Shea sent me the text of the Romantic Times review of A Darker Crimson. My issue is still a no show. It's a good review. Jewel makes a huge contribution to this dazzling series that just gets richer and more complex with each new chapter. Plus, the words gifted author are used in connection with me. I'm trying to enjoy the moment.

So, you should read A Darker Crimson, because it's good to support the arts. Plus, you should read the whole series because Liz Maverick's idea is so fabulous and Dorchester lined up talented authors, which I guess includes me.

See? I'm enjoying the moment.

Soccer practice tonight. You'll soon find me sitting in the back seat of my car typing away at the Rake which is finally starting to feel like something. My goal is to have the proposal off before Halloween.