Showing posts with label finding romantic inspiration. Show all posts
Showing posts with label finding romantic inspiration. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

Can you find love in the Zodiac?



Can one find love in the stars? I thought I'd draw some inspiration from the zodiac. Let's take a look at the stars and see if it really does influence us.


Our zodiac signs tells us a lot about ourselves, including those we care for/love. You can always find a trace of the zodiac's influence on love. One thing to remember is that our sign tells us of our major traits, and how those influence our love lives. (if you believe. WINK, WINK) —Keep in mind if one sign is more assertive than the other, a calmer sign might provide balance to the assertive sign.

The signs of the zodiac and their romantic traits:

Ares – is a quick-witted, assertive love sign.
Taurus – tend to be calm and controlled in love.
Gemini – are intelligent and witty in love. Don't bore them.

Cancer – exhibit a wide arrange of emotions, but appeal to their sense of home and you've got them in your back pocket.
Leo – make a them the center of attention and you're in.

Virgo – they're composed and don't look for the limelight.
Libras – they're rational in love.
Scorpios – they possess eyes that can pierce your soul.

Capricorn – tend to be shy but respect traditions.
Sagittarius – they're fun loving and optimistic.
Aquarius – they're very friendly.

Pisces – they enjoy going with the flow.

Every zodiac has good and bad traits. What makes a good match is the ability of the signs to balance and compliment each other.


Do you know your sign? Do you know who makes a good zodiac mate for you? Write in and share!

PS - What's the zodiac sign depicted in this post.  Post the answer.  I'll draw a name out of the hat to win a $5.00 Starbucks Gift Card. 

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

It's Creative Romance Month!



I was exploring themes for February and came across the fact that February was Creative Romance Month. When I tried to look for information on the inspiration for making February Creative Romance Month, I couldn't find much.

So I had to wonder, was February named Creative Romance Month since Valentines Day falls during February or was there another reason? Just what is "creative" romance?

Approach #1
Valentines Day is a day that celebrates love. We associate hearts, flowers, hugs, cards, romantic dinners and other gestures with the day. I suppose all these traditional gestures could get stale after a while. Love, stale? I can't imagine. It's time to get creative!

Ideas:
Share a coffee & chocolate with your sweetie.
Try a new restaurant you haven't tried before.


Approach #2
As a romance writer, it's about the characters and the conflicts they have to overcome to become a couple. The more 'creative' the conflict, the more intriguing the romance.  I'd use Creative Romance Month to inspire the conflict.


Question for you: So what approach speaks to you – one or two? Do you have any creative ideas you'd like to share? How do you keep your romance fresh and creative?

Author Bio: Stephanie Burkhart is a 911 Dispatcher for LAPD. She writes contemporary, paranormal, fantasy, and steampunk romance. Sharing a nip of chocolate with her boys and a nice dinner with her husband is her idea of the ultimate Valentine.

A Polish Heart
Sweet Contemporary/Inspirational Romance
99 cent Novella
Blurb: Can Sofia's faith give Darrin his heart back? 

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"He wants to know what you want to talk about," said Dracek in a heavy accent.
"You speak English?" Surprise laced Darrin's voice.
"I speak enough. I have not taken the exams like Sofia has."
"Well, I'd like to know if he has a position for me here at the company."
"You wish to work in Poland?" There was a cold edge to his voice.
"I do."
Dracek crossed his arms and glared at Darrin, jealousy laced in his eyes. "Because of Sofia?"
"Yes."
"You will only break her heart, American. You will go back to your country and leave. I see how she looks at you. It's you she wants."



BOOK TRAILER LINK: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lC6_397PerU

Review:
"Sofia and Darrin's story is a heartwarming one. Totally enjoyable read." - Tara Manderino, Amazon Reader

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