While many headed off to a warm beach for sun and fun, I headed off to the gulf coast swamps to look for birds during their spring migration. I know, it's not as sexy as days on the beach and nights in the clubs, but it was exciting none the less. Come with me now... I'll share a few of my highlights!
Met up with gal-pal Deb in Houston, TX. Our friendship goes back to the 80's and she is willing to put up with most of my hair brained ideas. What a great friend. My plan was to meander the swampy coastline from Houston to New Orleans. Our family had relatives that settled in New Orleans and I had never been, so... French Quarter, here I come.
Young Alligator
Day 1 ~ Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge, Chambers County, TX. Established in 1963, the 34,000-acre refuge is part of the National Wildlife Refuge System. Loved this refuge! I am especially fond of driving trails, since I'm not hip on marching through swamp, weeds and bugs... and alligators! And man did we see some alligators. But the absolute highlight of this trip was as we were leaving around sunset. We spotted 2 animals in the road ahead and at first, I thought they were fat deer, and then maybe a calf. As we got closer, I realized they were wild pigs! OMG! They were obviously very young and actually, pretty cute. I felt quite safe in the SUV and they scampered off quickly squabbling among themselves over the intrusion.
My favorite alligator encounter was this little guy on the road in front of us. First he scurries away, then pauses and returns to cross in front of us, and takes his good sweet time. Guess he figured that he made his point and finishes in a quick sprint back to the safety of the water.
Imagine yourself on the beach in sexy Cancun Mexico, Sipping a cold one and soaking up the sun. The only thing missing is a sexy fun summer romance novel! Lucky you... Surrender is now available and the perfect choice for a flirty story that is all about Love! Click here to order from Amazon. If you want a signed copy, contact me directly.
Check out the Marriott Casa Magna in Cancun... this is where I stayed on my trip in the early 90s. Oh yeah. It was as sweet as it looks. This is the resort that inspired my descriptions in the novel. Look for details in the story about the hotel where Jessica stayed. And if you get a chance to get to Cancun, check out this resort! ~ Susan
Before Susan Edwards found a publisher for her novel, she experienced a challenge faced by many writers: rejection.
Her fiction-writing career was recently launched with the romance novel "Surrender," which she penned in the '90s and kept "in a drawer" for 15 years.
The manuscript was dusted off one day after an editor from book publishing company Ingram Elliott strolled into Wildhair Studios' Rock Shop -- the store Edwards runs with her husband in downtown Paducah.
During the chance encounter, Edwards was asked a critical question: "You wouldn't happen to be an author, would you?"
"We're always looking for authors we can build a connection with, and she reflected our passion," said marketing director Tiffany Elaine. "We like to work with authors who love writing as much as we love reading."
Edwards, who had self-published a nonfiction book, hesitated before answering.
"I had actively marketed (the novel) and had the classic stack of rejection letters," Edwards said. "By serendipity, she had just walked into the store."
Edwards said she's now found her niche in romance writing under the pseudonym Susan K. Morgan.
The author said "Surrender" is about a woman who thinks she has life figured out, only to realize happiness and comfort don't always go hand-in-hand.
"Jessica is already locked into this upcoming marriage," Edwards said. "Once the wedding plans gain momentum, she feels trapped â ¦ She meets someone new, and as you can imagine, chaos ensues.
"She has to make some decisions and grow up -- decide what's going to make her happy."
Edwards said "Surrender" took her 30 days to finish once she found that initial momentum.
"It was almost like I couldn't write it fast enough," she said. "The characters took a life of their own."
A St. Louis native, Edwards moved to Paducah with her husband in 2003, opening Wildhair Studios' in 2004 before temporarily closing and going to the National Quilt Museum as director of marketing.
She credits her career for her professional attitude towards writing but said she's always preferred fiction and inspiration over advertising copy and client newsletters.
"I'm at a place in life now where it's very clear that I want to be a writer," she said. "I didn't know that I was ready 15 years ago, but I am now. It's my calling."
Friday, March 17, 2017
"Surrender" is here!
Nothing prepares you for opening the box of books of your first novel! The book
Opening the box was very exciting!
s are real! All that work and waiting... and now they have arrived.
So what's it all about? Sexy and fun, Surrender is a quick read with fascinating places and intriguing characters. Jessica’s future is signed, sealed, and delivered–including a sparkling country club wedding to her wealthy boyfriend.
Fate, however, seems to have other plans. After Jessica’s over-ambitious fiance is a no-show for their pre-wedding trip, she travels solo to Cancun. When a handsome stranger takes the seat next to her, Jessica is overcome with instant attraction. As wedding plans begin to crumble, a new passion ignites with Daniel, who also hides a secret.
Shedding control, Jessica spins into a romantic free-fall and surrenders to desire. Out of time and with no easy options, Jessica is forced to choose her path and face the consequences. Give up control and embrace the passion…give in to Surrender.
You can order your copies here: https://www.amazon.com/Surrender-Susan-K-Morgan/dp/0996686452/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1490278574&sr=8-1&keywords=surrender+susan+k.+morgan http://www.booksamillion.com/p/Surrender/Susan-K-Morgan/9780996686457?id=6902786221571 http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/surrender-susan-k-morgan/1125903591?ean=9780996686457
I know you want the back stories! I always do... So here is the first of a series or photos and information about the settings and situations in my upcoming romance novel, Surrender. On my trip to Mexico in the early 90s, I absolutely fell in love with the people and the country. Many of my experiences on that amazing trip show up in Surrender. Check out the hotel I stayed at in Cancun. Oh yeah! It was spectacular!
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Susan K. Morgan ~ Contemporary & Paranormal Romance Author
Writing romance under the pseudonym of Susan K. Morgan, Edwards was born and raised in the Midwest. She and her husband of 20 plus years now live in western Kentucky with their fur babies. They own a crystal store and metaphysical resource center in Historic Downtown Paducah.
Edwards is an eclectic old soul who draws inspiration from many muses. She is a licensed Spiritual Healer, Reiki Master, and a long time birder. You can find Susan on Facebook here.
Tuesday, November 29, 2016
It's Coming!
The countdown is on for the release of my first romance novel! Sexy and fun, Surrender is a quick read with fascinating places and intriguing characters.
Jessica’s future is signed, sealed, and delivered–including a sparkling country club wedding to her wealthy boyfriend. Fate, however, seems to have other plans. After Jessica’s over-ambitious fiancé is a no-show for their pre-wedding trip, she travels solo to Cancun. When a handsome stranger takes the seat next to her, Jessica is overcome with instant attraction. As wedding plans begin to crumble, a new passion ignites with Daniel, who also hides a secret. Shedding control, Jessica spins into a romantic freefall and surrenders to desire. Out of time and with no easy options, Jessica is forced to choose her path and face the consequences. Give up control and embrace the passion…give in to Surrender.
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