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Time for Something Completely Different

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on October 13, 2018 by Maria GraceMay 5, 2025

Every now and again it’s time for something completely different. So yeah, I know this won’t surprise you, but every now and again I venture out of the Regency era and wander about in some very different territory.  I’m so excited to be able to share with you some of  the fruits of that process! For your approval, I present:Putting the Science in Fiction This  nonfiction book based on Dan Kobolt’s Science in Sci-fi blog … Continue reading →

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Reason #37 Why writing takes so long

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on September 29, 2018 by Maria GraceDecember 11, 2024

#37 Belly Rubs    Anyone who has ever lived with cats understands that belly rubs are a dangerous and often uncharted territory.  Cats are not like dogs, make no mistake. When a dog rolls over and shows you a belly, it is clear, your sworn duty as a human being is to pet and pat said belly. Clear and simple. No confusion there. But when a cat shows you its belly it is an entirely … Continue reading →

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Reason # 65 Why writing takes so long

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on August 18, 2018 by Maria GraceAugust 19, 2018

Feline approval is difficult to achieve. #65 Reviewers too Critical So, as many of you already know, I’m currently posting a short story, Lady Catherine’s Cat, about an opinionated kitty named Ginger. You would think that would be enough to achieve feline approval amongst the household herd. But no, nothing could ever be that simple, especially not when you start seeking feline approval. Moving said cat up to title role in a story is hardly … Continue reading →

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Reason #11 Why writing takes so long

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on June 9, 2018 by Maria GraceAugust 19, 2018

#11 Thunder is Scary    Look at those eyes. Seriously take a look at them–tell me you could say no to them.  Though I am a dyed in the wool cat person, doggie decided early on that she was one too. (Honest to goodness, when she was a stray waiting for her forever home, they had to let her climb into the pen with the kittens. She simply had to be with the cats!) So, … Continue reading →

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Reason #64 Why writing takes so long

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on February 17, 2018 by Maria GraceAugust 19, 2018

#64 Crazy Stalkers      Ever have the feeling that you’re being watched? I certainly do. Twelve shiny eyes seem to follow me around the house, wherever I go. Even if I close a door behind me, pink jellybean toes reach for me as high pitched voices cry out in anguish at my absence. In short, I have a band of personal stalkers. Some days, I grant you, the attention is nice. The writing life … Continue reading →

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