The first reason I like Autumn has to do with the colors. The rich browns and reds and vibrant yellows and oranges of the leaves changing colors. Even the dying grasses turning pale green and tan make a wonderful contrast to the bright bushes and falling leaves.
The crisp air making my nose cold and giving me a reason to wear my snugly sweatshirts is another reason Autumn is one of my favorite seasons. Along with the crisp air come the nose tingling aromas of fermenting apples and burning firewood.
The crisp days and cold nights along with wind, rain, and some snow make perfect ambiance for writing and reading. This Fall I'm working on the second book of my Isabella Mumphrey action adventure series. The first book came out in August. Secrets of a Mayan Moon. The book is set in the Guatemalan jungle so there wasn't a chance to use any "Autumn ambiance" in the book. But it is a steamy jungle read that could warm the cool Autumn nights and days.
Blurb:
Blurb:
Child prodigy and now Doctor of Anthropology,
Isabella Mumphrey, is about to lose her job at the university. In the world of
publish or perish, her mentor’s request for her assistance on a dig is just the
opportunity she’s been seeking. If she can decipher an ancient stone table—and
she can—she’ll keep her department. She heads to Guatemala, but drug
trafficking bad guys, artifact thieves, and her infatuation for her handsome
guide wreak havoc on her scholarly intentions.
DEA agent Tino Kosta, is out to avenge the
deaths of his family. He’s deep undercover as a jaguar tracker and sometimes
jungle guide, but the appearance of a beautiful, brainy anthropologist heats
his Latin blood taking him on a dangerous detour that could leave them both
casualties of the jungle.
Secrets
of a Mayan Moon
is available at Kindle,
Nook,
and Smashwords.
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The prize to someone who comments on this blog is one of my books and other goodies.
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45 comments:
Today is a very special day. My first born daughter turns 32. Where have the years gone. Now I have a grandson by her and another grandson due Jan. 3rd. I would not miss coming to your blog and you know that. God Bless.
jrs362 at hotmail dot com
I would have entered everyone but already discouraged - most are ebooks. I don't do ebooks. I read print books, review them, and share them.
Sorry
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It’s hard to say what exactly would be my Go-To Autumn Romance book. When I think real hard about it, I would have to say it has a sexy, strong, determined male that when it comes to love is just lost. Then there has to be a woman who is usually in need of help or needs to know what love and family is. Together they heal each other and love turns out to be their greatest gift. I also love a happy ending at this time of year, usually where the epilogue has them starting their own family to love and cherish. Oh….and definitely HOT loving too!
Angelheart618@gmail.com
fantastic blog hop! and i loved looking around your blog...first time here!
parisfan_ca@yahoo.com
squiresj, I'm glad you stopped in here. Congratulations on your daughter's birthday and your grandsons!
Angelheart, I like the way you think! ;0)
I find the Mayan culture fascinating and have several texts on the subject. What drew you to it?
Hi Laurie. Glad you stopped in.
Hi Roxy, We briefly studied the Central and South American natives in school and when I decided to write an action adventure book and set it in Central America with an anthropologist as the heroine I thought it would be a good way to learn more about the Maya.
I love autumn, the colors, the weather( actually I' m on the porch now while my little boy is playing in the leaves:)), I love romance books that curl up with a coxy blanket and nice hot cup of coffee and get lost in( even better when I get so caught up I can't put it down:)) I love how excited he got about halloween, the pumpkin patches, the fairs! Getting ready for the holidays, the wonderful food and smells! Ok I'm stopping now:) Your book sounds excellent! Hope you enjoy your weekend and Happy Holidays!
allysonbrann06@yahoo.com
Allyson, Thank you for stopping in and giving me a brief walk in a fall filled with colorful leaves!
Thanks for the giveaway!! Super excited for this bloghop.
The book sounds interesting, especially being undercovers and all. Get it?? LOL
kp_kazamei(at)yahoo(dot)com
Autumn is my favorite season! I like all the beautiful colors outside and the weather is not that hot anymore but not freezing cold either. It's just perfect! Thank you for the giveaway!
verusbognar (at) gmail (dot) com
I love watching leaves change, drinking hot cocoa and football.
vampiremistress2010(at)gmail(dot)com
kipha, I like your pun! LOL
Veronika, Thanks for participating in the hop.
Hi BLH, those are all great autumn activities.
Fall? I love it because it gets cooler meaning more time by the fireplace snuggling and cuddling!
Thanks for the giveaway!
3girlzmama at gmail.com
Paty, don't forget you're on my blog Wednesday, Nov. 14th. Great tour. Hope you sell a gazillion books. Like you blogsite's new look.
Hi Alyson, that is a great reason to like Fall!
I'll be there, Caroline!
Your story sounds great. We always love the history channel where they explore these artifacts. How exciting your plot sounds. Good luck with lots of sales.
mlurso@comcast.net
Love the blog hop. Thanks for the giveaway.
lauratroxel@yahoo.com
Hi, Paty! Didn't know you were doing a blog hop in addition to a tour. Wow, you must be swirling like the leaves dropping off the trees! Hope you generate lots of excitement for your new book!
I adore autumn because of the amazing colors, bundling up in sweaters, Halloween and my birthday! Autumn also means cuddling up with a good book and a cup of cocoa!
grapeapril75(at)gmail(dot)com
I love the hops cause of all the awesome new books I find to add to my to read list!
I love reading about things that go bump in the night (with a touch of romance) this time of year. thanks for the fun!
zenfoxflowerATyahooDOTcom
I love the cooler weather, all the pumpkin stuff and Halloween! Thanks for the chance to win!
natasha_donohoo_8 at hotmail dot com
It’s my favorite season, I love the changing leaves, anything pumpkin and halloween!!
Thanks for the giveaway!!
booksconsidered[at]gmail[dot]com
My favorite things about autumn are the crisp clean air, the changing of the leaves, and just how wonderful this time of year is :)
Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
cassandrahicks1989@yahoo.com
I love autumn leave and curling up with a good book, too. Wish I had a fireplace!
Thanks for the excerpt and for participating in the blog hop.
brendurbanist at gmail dot com
Fall is my favorite season & I love everything about it! I love the colors, the crunch of leaves, hot apple cider, and bonfires.
Sassychassy333@gmail.com
I like fall for the cooler weather, the leaves changing color, and pumpkin pie.
bituin76 (at) hotmail (dot) com
That sounds like a great autumn read--I like to read about colorful far away places while stuck indoors on a grey day.
dancingcelt at gmail dot com
Love the cooler weather.
Kit3247(at)aol(dot)com
Thanks for the great hop.
magic5905 at embarqmail dot com
i love autumn and even more with a bloghop like this. So many fabulous authors. Thanks so much for participating!
tessa.bamberg@kolumbus.fi
Thanks for being in the hop! I've never really lived anywhere (like the Guatamalen jungle) where there aren't distinct seasons - I think I would miss the crispness of autumn - and the apple cider donuts!
jochibi AT yahoo DOT com
I love everything about Fall--the sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and touch (of the cool air). I especially love that the tourists are gone from my area, the lovely deserted beaches, and "sweater weather." I am the queen of sweater twin sets!
catherinelee100 at gmail dot com
The book sounds great!
I love the cooler weather and the changing colors of the leaves in the autumn.
Thanks for the chance!
sqwalker2@gmail.com
My favorite thing about Autumn/Fall is the changing color of the leaves, orange, yellow, red, even purple. They are so pretty. My least favorite thing is raking up those pretty leaves. LOL I love to curl up by the fire and read a hot romance book on a cold fall evening. Thanks for being part of the hop and for the chance to win. <^_^>
reneebennett35 (at) yahoo (dot) com
I love the Fall because of the football games and tailgating with friends and family! And of course having a campfire with roasted hotdogs! Thanks for the chance to win a great giveaway!
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where i live i love to watch the mountains changing colors. thanks for joining the hop. Miriam.whitewolf@gmail.com
Wow! I run off to help a fellow writer with her Book Launch and look at all the guests I have! Fun! Fun! Thank you everyone for stopping in and your kind comments about Secrets of a Mayan Moon.
Thanks for sharing and being a part of the hop!
bacchus76 at myself dot com
Thanks for sharing the blurb on the book, sounds like it'll be an interesting great read..
First time here
I like the warm colors that the leaves have during autumn, also...
BeckeyWhiteATgmailDOTcom
Your book sounds really good. Thanks for the blog hop
JWIsley (at)aol(dot)com
Great excerpt!
I love the vibrant colors, cooler temps, and pumpkin pie. :)
bidelia78@yahoo.com
I love the colors in Autumn! Thanks for the giveaway!
lisarayns at gmail dot com
I'm enjoying hearing all the reasons you all love Autumn!
Thanks for the giveaway!
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