tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.comments2024-02-19T15:25:57.626+11:00Breathless In the BushHelzKathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01921987291520604201noreply@blogger.comBlogger5448125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-44329257167035338952024-02-19T15:25:57.626+11:002024-02-19T15:25:57.626+11:00Thanks Alyssa. I too found it interesting to learn...Thanks Alyssa. I too found it interesting to learn more about the ways in which love is celebrated in other countries.Sharon Bryanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01662544181464130756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-63369753468256096502024-02-19T13:27:42.095+11:002024-02-19T13:27:42.095+11:00Lovely to hear about all the different traditions....Lovely to hear about all the different traditions. Thanks Sharon!Alyssa j Montgomerynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-71450761752084181552024-02-14T14:37:19.977+11:002024-02-14T14:37:19.977+11:00Hi Marilyn, I agree with you about the commerciali...Hi Marilyn, I agree with you about the commercialisation of the day. I think Valentine's Day dinners are such fun. My husband and I always go out to dinner a day or two before or after Valentine's Day. We avoid the crowded restaurants and focus on one another. Sharon Bryanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01662544181464130756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-47228365276861983022024-02-14T14:33:27.991+11:002024-02-14T14:33:27.991+11:00Thanks Cassandra. I think Valentine's Day is a...Thanks Cassandra. I think Valentine's Day is a beautiful time setting for a romance novel. It provides opportunity for the author to build conflict together with a wonderfully romantic setting.Sharon Bryanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01662544181464130756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-61855993447128478092024-02-14T14:30:33.594+11:002024-02-14T14:30:33.594+11:00Hi Enisa, I think the idea of birds proposing is l...Hi Enisa, I think the idea of birds proposing is lovely too. I agree that the excessive commercialisation of Valentine's Day is unfortunate. I think it can still be a special time to spend with loved ones. As an avid romance reader, I can definitely relate to picnics in the park or on the beach. A beautiful setting for a marriage proposal.Sharon Bryanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01662544181464130756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-48872562634898074242024-02-13T11:03:40.018+11:002024-02-13T11:03:40.018+11:00An enjoyable read, thanks Sharon. Unfortunately, t...An enjoyable read, thanks Sharon. Unfortunately, the commercialism of Valentine's Day, which sees a huge increase in the price of flowers and restaurant dinners, pretty much takes away the 'romance' of the day (IMO). Nevertheless, my lovely man and I will probably swap cards and have a nice lunch together (any excuse for leaving the house :). Marilynhttps://www.mmforsyth.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-65854763928810590452024-02-13T10:28:53.676+11:002024-02-13T10:28:53.676+11:00Interesting post Sharon. It's surprising there...Interesting post Sharon. It's surprising there are not more books set on Valentines day .Cassandra Samuelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13818025453828445251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-82542686917011721172024-02-12T19:30:40.474+11:002024-02-12T19:30:40.474+11:00Hi Sharon. A fascinating read about Valentine'...Hi Sharon. A fascinating read about Valentine's Day traditions differing everywhere. I love idea that birds propose on Valentine's Day. So sweet and romantic and just right. Sadly, in most Western countries commercialism has taken over with flowers and chocolates on sale in overwhelming numbers in the shops and so overpriced. Much prefer a picnic in the park or on the beach and then the guy proposes as rosy hues chase away the sun and as night falls the girl falls into his arms and says yes! No wonder I read and write romance. 💖Enisa Hainesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-66551667629857827182024-02-12T18:54:59.531+11:002024-02-12T18:54:59.531+11:00Thanks Miranda. Most recently I’ve been reading Bo...Thanks Miranda. Most recently I’ve been reading Book Lovers and Beach Road by Emily Henry. I thoroughly enjoyed both books. Like you, I enjoy the positivity and emphasis on love that Valentines Day brings. Sharon Bryanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01662544181464130756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-18780937945668778742024-02-12T14:18:36.771+11:002024-02-12T14:18:36.771+11:00Sharon, how absolutely fascinating! All those diff...Sharon, how absolutely fascinating! All those different customs. Although I'm not so sure I want to go barefoot in Slovenia, sounds a bit cold this time of year; I'm more a fan of the chocolates in Japan! I love watching all the romance blossom around me on Valentine's Day, so I've just read two quick Valentine's Day romances to celebrate - and they are more novellas than longer novels: 'The Exception to the Rule' by Christina Lauren, and 'Rosie and the Dreamboat' by Sally Thorne. Both delightful and able to be appreciated with a glass of something cold and bubbly, and maybe a chocolate or two... Mirandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16395027098663054678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-80410698847169692292023-12-24T16:55:51.382+11:002023-12-24T16:55:51.382+11:00I hope you get some time to do exactly that, Sharo...I hope you get some time to do exactly that, Sharon! Let me know what you enjoy the most, or other Christmas reading that's been fabulous for you? Happy Christmas.Mirandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16395027098663054678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-74026015068744660582023-12-09T16:20:37.696+11:002023-12-09T16:20:37.696+11:00Good to know A Country Vet Christmas is as good as...Good to know A Country Vet Christmas is as good as it looks, Marilyn. I'll start soon! Yes, it's hard to find time at the moment to read, but I'm desperately trying to sneak in little moments here and there... often with a cuppa.Mirandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16395027098663054678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-76709814898822773242023-12-08T14:59:32.608+11:002023-12-08T14:59:32.608+11:00Thanks for the fabulous list of Christmas romance ...Thanks for the fabulous list of Christmas romance novels, Miranda. I can't wait to get started reading them.Sharon Bryanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01662544181464130756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-30076122541652826572023-12-08T09:53:17.699+11:002023-12-08T09:53:17.699+11:00Thanks, as always, for this fabulous list of Chris...Thanks, as always, for this fabulous list of Christmas reading, Miranda! I loved A Country Vet Christmas, and I like the sound of Winter Solstice. Now all I have to do is find the time to read at the busy time of year. <br />Marilynhttps://www.mmforsyth.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-6221077353893726872023-12-06T07:26:48.504+11:002023-12-06T07:26:48.504+11:00Alyssa, that trip to Finland sounds absolutely mag...Alyssa, that trip to Finland sounds absolutely magical! And family time is always something very special. I hope it all goes fabulously well, and you do get some reading done on the plane. Happy Christmas to you all.Mirandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16395027098663054678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-18373917696782467662023-12-05T22:12:53.270+11:002023-12-05T22:12:53.270+11:00Yes, Sharon. Harlequin supported me really well to...Yes, Sharon. Harlequin supported me really well too, printing some of my titles for the book signings.Alyssa J Montgomery https://www.blogger.com/profile/04062923136693943821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-27578283904265748152023-12-05T22:12:01.459+11:002023-12-05T22:12:01.459+11:00I sure had a ball, Cassandra!I sure had a ball, Cassandra!Alyssa J Montgomery https://www.blogger.com/profile/04062923136693943821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-86142021886114340932023-12-05T22:11:35.456+11:002023-12-05T22:11:35.456+11:00It was a shame it was the last one. I have spoken ...It was a shame it was the last one. I have spoken to many of the reader friends I've made and managed to convince them to go to Denver next year, so that'll be something to look forward to.Alyssa J Montgomery https://www.blogger.com/profile/04062923136693943821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-49269564339105301342023-12-05T22:10:40.128+11:002023-12-05T22:10:40.128+11:00Miranda, the ARRA events are wonderful. It's a...Miranda, the ARRA events are wonderful. It's a fabulous organisation and any of their events - from book signings to high teas and awards evenings are always a pleasure to attend.<br />Sutherland Library certainly do well with author talks, don't they?Alyssa J Montgomery https://www.blogger.com/profile/04062923136693943821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-80651976240639869092023-12-05T22:04:50.463+11:002023-12-05T22:04:50.463+11:00Hi Miranda,
Thank you for taking the time to give...Hi Miranda, <br />Thank you for taking the time to give us the insight into all these wonderful stories!<br />This year, my husband and I are travelling with our three adult children to Rovaniemi in Finland for a White Christmas. I'm hoping to read a few of your recommendations on the plane trips.<br />Have a fabulous Christmas with your family and friends!Alyssa J Montgomery https://www.blogger.com/profile/04062923136693943821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-3202602143863920082023-12-05T14:58:19.596+11:002023-12-05T14:58:19.596+11:00Hello everyone, would love to hear from you! Pop y...Hello everyone, would love to hear from you! Pop your comment in below. Merry Christmas! xxMirandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16395027098663054678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-49280932104804171092023-11-14T09:14:49.678+11:002023-11-14T09:14:49.678+11:00Christmas bush is one of my favourite things about...Christmas bush is one of my favourite things about Christmas (together with all the excellent Aussie Christmas story collections). Seeing its red gorgeousness everywhere in the gardens makes me smile.Marilyn Forsythnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-81674818750035200952023-11-08T07:13:22.659+11:002023-11-08T07:13:22.659+11:00Hi Sharon. Christmas is a time of love and peace a...Hi Sharon. Christmas is a time of love and peace and it's in human nature to crave that. It's a time when we can let go of stresses, if only for those few days, and just allow ourselves to feel joy. Christmas romances give us that. And that's the wonderful thing about them.Enisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14618040099949009436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-20158393028331373982023-11-07T14:01:57.277+11:002023-11-07T14:01:57.277+11:00Hi Enisa, I love reading Christmas romances.
I th...Hi Enisa, I love reading Christmas romances. <br />I think the enjoyment I experience as a reader of romance novels is heightened when the romance is set at Christmas time. The problems of the heroine and hero seem to capture my emotions more fully, and the joy I feel when their troubles are resolved as they find love seems greater for a Christmas romance. <br />I wonder if this occurs because Christmas is such a special time of the year - a time where we want people including outselves to feel happy and fulfilled as they enjoy each other's company. <br />If the romance is an inspirational one, I think the celebration of the birth of Jesus heightens the fulfillment of the reader and contributes greatly to the satisfaction I feel when I reach the end of the novel.Sharon Bryanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01662544181464130756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-92054265591108371322023-11-06T11:07:33.736+11:002023-11-06T11:07:33.736+11:00Hi Miranda. No, never too early to indulge in Chri...Hi Miranda. No, never too early to indulge in Christmas-themed movies and books, As a human race, we're always so busy living our lives. Often this brings on stress and worry, so knowing that Christmas brings love always fills people with happiness. And that is a beautiful gift from a season with spiritual meaning. Enisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14618040099949009436noreply@blogger.com