I started the blog, Teagan's Books, as part of my “grand experiment” in indie publishing. However, this blog has come to be quite dear to me. As an indie author, I share and promote the books of others as well as my own. My published works are epic fantasy, urban fantasy, and mysteries touched with magic. Most are set in other eras, probably because I never really felt at home in my own time. I hope you'll stop by, read something, enjoy it, and leave a note saying hello. https://teagansbooks.wordpress.com/about/ Also check out my Amazon Author Page. relinks.me/TeaganRiordainGeneviene
When my friend Olga Núñez Miret told me she was going to do a blog tour for her new Young Adult series, Angelic Business, naturally I offered Teagan’s Books as a stop on that tour. You may have already seen Olga’s tour at one of the stops it’s already made around the world. However, I wanted to wait until … More Angelic Business Blog Tour
Thanks for waiting Welcome back everyone. I’m so glad you waited for the steam locomotive to the Victorian Era. The “three things” for this chapter are from Donna Parker at Yadadarcyyada – Vague Meanderings of the Broke and Obscure, a truly wonderful blog. In Donna’s posts she shares her thoughts on a variety of things. In one … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 21
If you’ve looked high and low, and the steam locomotive scheduled to take you to Copper, the Alchemist, and the Woman in Trousers was not at the station… Well, that’s because there has been a delay. A cast iron finial fell off the train. Copper and Felicity are looking for it right now. Although Cornelis and the Green Fairy appear … More Train Schedule Update
Mary J. McCoy-Dressel was one of the very first supporters of my blog. She was also instrumental in encouraging me to give indie publishing a try. Mary has a veritable dynasty of gentlemen cowboys in the array of romance novels she’s written. And… drum-roll… … … … Here is a new release. The anxiously anticipated … More New Release: Of the Cowboy’s Own Accord (Double Dutch Ranch Series: Love at First Sight #3)
Caution: Shameless Self-promotion Ahead Thank you so very much to Donna, RC, and Kathryn, who have all sent “three things” to drive this story. All those are waiting in queue. However, the steam(punk) locomotive was all out of fuel when I started writing this episode. Also since I didn’t have “three things” to drive this … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 20
Every picture tells a story… Or it does if the camera is in the hands of Timothy Price at T&L Photos. The photographs make for a chronicle of day-to-day life for Tim and his family in “the land of enchantment” — also known as New Mexico. That family includes a four-footed crew of felines that keep … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 19
“This must be Thursday. I never could get the hang of Thursdays…” Douglas Adams It’s Thursday as I post this, and here I am with a mid-week treat. But don’t panic! It’s not that you didn’t get the hang of Thursdays. Neither did time run away with you. I promise the steam locomotive to the … More Character Recap – Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers
Communication Breakdown Communication Breakdown, It’s always the same; I’m having a nervous breakdown, Drive me insane… Led Zeppelin Pardon me for jittering off into a Zeppelin-zone… It was that kind of week. I could describe all the chaos that resulted from lack of communication, but that would take all day. Just watch a clip of the … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 18
Originally posted on Write to Inspire:
“Today, ladies and gentlemen, is the most anticipated coach tour of this infamous time-traveling series. We have already seen the building of Stonehenge, enjoyed the jazz of 1920s New Orleans, witnessed the schooling of young Alexander the Great by Aristotle, and, best of all, spent some time with my old…
In the past, part of my “real” job was writing a weekly motivational message. I was basically “ghost writing” as/for the Senior Executive Service level director where I work, but he never made any secret of the fact that I wrote his messages. (That was a couple of “Directors” ago.) People would ask me (especially … More Holiday Weekend and DoW Snippet
Back on Track Last time I hit a bump in the road (or rather the railroad tracks). However, the Victorian locomotive is back on schedule and running at full steam. John W. Howell gave us the very first set of “things” to guide the plot of this pantser serial. Happily later he sent a second set of three, which … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 17
Somebody hit the rewind button… Believe it or not, I’ve been losing sleep over this all week… Some of my readers said they were confused by the last sequence if Episode-16. I see that as a serious flaw in me, both as a writer and as an editor. Just as the English language is vastly … More Rewind — Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 16
Did I mangle the mangle? English is an amazing language. It’s amazing because with words that have the same spelling as another word but have a different sound and a different meaning… and then words that have the same sound as another word but are spelled differently and have a different meaning… Well, it’s a wonder we can … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 16
Don’t be confused — It’s not Sunday yet… But I am tickled pink to be featured in a preview / kickoff of Sally G Cronin’s new theme for the Sunday Show. > Sassy and sagacious, Sally is also among the most generous people I know in her unfailing support of authors and bloggers. Not only … More Five Star Review and guest post – Atonement and a Funny Thing Happened to Me by Teagan Ríordáin Geneviene
What’s in a name? Last time I promised that this episode would reveal the name of the mysterious Woman in Trousers. Her name shifted and altered in my mind throughout the week. But yes, the “things” finally led to the naming of the Woman. I thought to pay homage to a character from an all but forgotten … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 14
I admit defeat… Sassy segues sauntered away. Glib words have gotten up and gone. So far I’ve drafted three beginnings for this post. Then I saved them for another episode — they just won’t do for today. I’ve admitted to myself that I simply don’t know how to start. That usually means I’m truly impressed with someone… and … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 13
Hello everyone, I’m always excited when I’m able to get ahead of schedule on anything, particularly this “interactive, culinary, steampunk” serial. However, I never thought I’d need to have a couple of episodes written in advance because of a bereavement. For the time being, I’m simply unable to talk about it, but it’s just Crystal … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 12
Location Revealed! When my friend Olga at Just Olga offered “things” for an episode of this “interactive” serial, I knew they would be rich in detail. What I didn’t expect was for those things to reveal the location of the story… well, sort of. It’s not an exact location, but a general one. You see, that’s how my Three Things … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 11
Color My World — Please! Maybe you’ve heard me mention my thing about color. I seem to have a physical need for color. I used to wear black occasionally — it’s a color. However, I’ve seen so very, very much of it in DC, that I avoid it now (except for basic slacks once in a … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 10
Steam Train Schedule Update Many of you are used to seeing the new episodes of our “interactive” Steampunk serial on Saturdays (when I post them from the USA). So I wanted to let you know that there will be a slight weather delay — the weather that I’m under. I won’t be able to finish Episode-10 until … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Stay Tuned!
I’d like to thank the Academy… By the “Academy” I mean the group of wonderful people, writers, chefs, photographers, readers, and bloggers who come here to Teagan’s Books each week. You see, when I introduced the previous episode, I got a little off track. Ever since, I have felt that I did not do justice to the … More A Shout-out – Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers
You’re too old, too fat, and you dress funny… What? But wait — it gets even better. Let me put this into context. While not an exact quote, it is close. It was meant to be a pep talk from a friend at work when I was upset about not being able to get interviews … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 9
Do you want some cheese to go with that whine, Teagan? If you saw yesterday’s post, you know I have even more stress than usual right now. So thanks for letting me vent. Usually I have to be in a really “good place” or I can’t write. The spontaneous nature of the serials help with that, though I’m … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 8
Assport NINI Pooper of Alexandria wanted for questioning in case of missing characters: Copper, the Alchemist, and the Woman in Trousers. We don’t consider that “broken” so no matter what’s wrong, we don’t have to fix it. Besides, it isn’t there. And besides, the heater and air conditioner are not supposed to work properly in … More Missing Characters Alert and Buyer Beware
The steam locomotive is still on track. Episode-7 is here, although it seems like only yesterday I sent you a poll asking what kind of serial you wanted to do next. First I thought I’d give you a glimpse of my world. Since “Atonement in Bloom” will pick up where my novel “Atonement, Tennessee” left … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 7
In my location, the month of March absolutely roared in like a lion. I think I’ll start celebrating the mild weather for the end of the month that “lion” is supposed to promise. Sally G. Cronin and Christoph Fischer are celebrating with me — about a lovely review of my novel “Atonement, Tennessee.” She’s made a … More Five Star Treatment – Atonement, Tennessee by Teagan Ríordáin Geneviene
On Wings of Whimsy The four naughty chimps probably weren’t as much of a surprise to those of you who have been with Teagan’s Books for awhile. I don’t think I can get more whimsical than a ghost cowboy riding a giant seahorse. I really shouldn’t let those wings of whimsy sprout again, lest you think … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 6
Welcome back to the Victorian Era. I’m so happy to be here with all of you. Thank you for coming back after my weekend away. I’m glad to report that I accomplished a lot on “Atonement in Bloom,” my current work in progress — or one of them, that is! I’ve never given a shout-out for something local … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 5
If you’ve looked high and low, and the steam locomotive scheduled to take you to Copper, the Alchemist, and the Woman in Trousers was not at the station… Well, that’s because there has been a delay. A cast iron finial fell off the train. Copper and Felicity are looking for it right now. Although Cornelis and the Green Fairy appear … More Train Schedule Update
Happy Valentine’s Day my friends! I wish there had been time to write a new short story as my Valentine to all of you… But I’m going to re-Press the one I wrote last year. At least it will be new to some of you. What is new is the video I made for it. … More Valentine’s Day in Atonement, Tennessee
A Flight of Fancy Welcome. I invite you to come with me on a flight of fancy, somewhere in the late Victorian Era. I’ve done all sorts of things in my life — nothing glamorous. There are also a lot of things I’ve never done. This is not a “bucket list” ramble, but one of those … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 4
Originally posted on Lit World Interviews:
RW: Tell us about Atonement, Tennessee. TEAGAN: It always seems simple in my head, but describing it never is. Atonement, Tennessee is a tiny fictional town where a lot of strange things happen. The novel is an “urban fantasy” – set in the current day of our real world,…
Welcome back to the late Victorian Era and our all new “interactive” culinary adventure! The things and ingredients for Episode-3 have the story rolling along as they building the plot and characters. Keep an eye out for informational links in the text and with some of the images too. 3. Quail’s Egg, Wurlitzer Organ, Hydrofoil … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode 3
You are the best! Yes, I mean you! Last weekend I launched the first episode of our latest “interactive” serial. I was doing Snoopy’s happy dance about the positive responses from all of you. Not only that, but so many of you have been generous with sending three random things and/or food-related things. Remember, you are … More Copper, the Alchemist, & the Woman in Trousers: Episode-2
Three Things: A culinary mystery with “things and ingredients” sent from readers everywhere. Welcome one and all! It is my pleasure to tell you that we have a first-time contributor of ingredients/things to begin this “interactive” serial. John W. Howell did me the honor of sending things for the kickoff of the new story. I hope … More New Interactive Serial – Episode-1
UPDATE: New Interactive Serial – What do YOU want?.
Hello everyone, As of Monday evening, most people want to start an all new serial from scratch. If that’s not the option you’d choose, then be sure to cast your vote! The poll will stay open until Friday, January 16th. No need to re-comment on this update unless… Whatever form the new serial takes, I’m going … More UPDATE: New Interactive Serial – What do YOU want?
Originally posted at Chris The Story Reading Ape‘s Blog. Many thanks to Chris Graham (aka The Story Reading Ape) for hosting me at his amazing Author Promotions Enterprise blog. “The Ape” generously promotes authors on his blog, and he offers excellent resources for our use. However, he’s also a gifted cover artist. Be sure to take a … More Writing from an Unexpected Point of View
Sheiks and Shebas, welcome back. It’s time to conclude this rewind of our first “interactive” serial! It was fun romping through the Roaring Twenties with you in 2014. I’ve met many new friends that I treasured right away. Just as importantly, old friends stuck around too. I hope our serial’s family grows even more in 2015. … More Rewind – Three Things – Conclusion
The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2014 annual report for this blog. Happy End of This Year! . I wasn’t going to share this report – partly because it shows how small, how humble my blog and novel are. Plus I figured statistics would bore you. But everyone else was sharing theirs, so I … More 2014 in Review
Welcome back to the Jazz Age and our little 1920’s serial story. There are so many different (not to mention fascinating) holidays at this time of year. Whatever you may have celebrated — or perhaps you choose not to honor any day at all — no matter what the case, I hope it has been … More Rewind – Three Things Episodes 29 – 30
Hello my friends. As this year draws closer to a close, I feel a sense of gratitude, because I am sincerely thankful to each of you. It’s been a very difficult year for me. Though that is because of a facet of my life that I don’t blog about, a few of you know some details. … More Holiday Hosting: Chance to Win Books by Jo Robinson
Welcome back to the “rewind” of the first serial I did here at Teagan’s Books. The timing of the rerun of Episode-26 is serendipitous. In the original introduction I mentioned one of my friends in Albuquerque, New Mexico and some of the self-teaching she has done to learn about medical things, in order to help … More Rewind – Three Things Episodes 26 – 28
Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
Hi Chris. I’m Teagan Ríordáin Geneviene. Thanks so very much for having me here at your blog. I’m quite humbled. As for introducing myself to your readers… how do I begin? I guess I’m who I am because of the many changes I’ve been through.…
Welcome back to our whimsical version of the Jazz Age. You’re just the cat’s pajamas for coming back to this flapper tale. I hope the characters in this 1920’s serial have wiggled into your mind so comfortably that you have your own ideas of how they would look or sound. However, I thought it might be … More Three Things 25 & Character Recap
I started to say, “Just call me Sybil.” Because I have too much going on — a few different works in progress, and the next serial for this blog simmering on the back burner. However, I don’t think it quite adds up to Sybil’s 16 personalities. Although with two distinctly different stories actively evolving in my mind, … More Rewind – Three Things Episodes 22 – 24
Celebrating a new book release from another indie author! Take a look. ⭐ Hugs all around!
Welcome back my friends. To those of you in the USA, I hope you enjoyed a Thanksgiving Day filled with gratitude and happiness. I would use huge letters to say “Ta-dah!” but I’m exhausted from a full month of squeezing every minute of novel writing possible from each day and night. My ta-dah is more … More Rewind – Three Things Episodes 20 – 21
Sneaking in some shopping before black Friday? Sally G. Cronin featured my debut novel “Atonement, Tennessee” in her online Christmas Shop today. I’m absolutely tickled to be included. I’m sincerely grateful for Sally’s unfailing support and encouragement — on multiple levels. As I write a Thanksgiving Day entry in my gratitude journal, I include all … More Buy a Book for Christmas – Teagan Ríordáin Geneviene – Urban Fantasy
Welcome, my friends. Have I told you how much I appreciate your visits? Well, I do — a lot. Before I present Three Things, here’s the promised update on my National Novel Writing Month progress. Well, there hasn’t been a lot of progress. As of right now, I’m barely on schedule to finish on November 30th, and the weekend … More Rewind – Three Things Episodes 18 – 19
I’ve been a busy blogger this extended-weekend. This post was a bit of something extra I suddenly decided to do. I’ve been feeling a tad guilty over just “re-winding” the first serial for you… And then… Everything happened at once. There was no plan for me to re-blog that lovely post from Randstein, but how … More My “Sexy” Saturday
Originally posted on Lit World Interviews:
Atonement, Tennessee by Teagan Geneviene Title: Atonement, Tennessee Author: Teagan Geneviene ISBN-10: 1481826948 ISBN-13: 978-1481826945 ASIN: B00HGWKRA8 Published: 21st December 2013 Pages: 296 Genre: Urban Fantasy If there is such a thing as your “standard novel” and I’m not sure there is, Atonement, Tennessee is definitely not it. Although…
I’m supposed to be fervently working on my National Novel Writing Month book, The Guitar Mancer. But of course i had to stop and read this post from Daniel (aka Randstein). His words charmed me and i thought it would be nice to share, but i was hurrying through my morning mail, all the while … More A Child in the Garden of Darkness and Light
Hi there Sheiks and Shebas! I’m having a hard time coming up with an intro that will “hook” my readers. Honestly, I don’t mean to complain, but I’ve been battling a migraine on and off for two days. So All I can think of is… What did you do this week? Me? I killed a … More Rewind – Three Things Episodes 15 – 17
Welcome back to the 1920’s everyone. I really appreciate you dropping by for this “rewind” of the first interactive serial. But first, I want to update you on my My National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) progress, since that is what has taken me away from writing the serials. This is what my homepage showed me Friday. … More Rewind – Three Things Episodes 10 – 14
I’m honored to be interviewed by the amazing Trisha. Her poems, short fiction, and illustrations embody a loving craftmanship that is rare. Hugs all around.
NaNoWri-Mo Mo Mo Mo!.
National Novel Writing Month, or NaNoWriMo as it is affectionately called, is underway. I started out with a lot of enthusiasm; let’s just hope it holds out. Writing the draft of a 50,000 word novel in a single month is grueling! While I’m slaving away at my keyboard, I’m posting a “rewind” of the original interactive … More Rewind – Three Things Episodes 6 – 9
My favorite of all holidays… and my favorite yearly challenge… It’s my time of year! So for all my spirited, Ghost in the Kitchen-loving, heavenly haunt hunters, poltergeist pursuers, and gremlin getters I bid you — Happy Halloween! I’m glad my spirits are high (and I don’t mean Maestro Martino has gotten locked into another wine … More Happy Halloween and Happy NaNoWriMo
Thanks to Debra for a huge grin on my face, at a time when I really need to smile. This must be a cousin of Cracker the Parrot — grooving to my favorite Stevie Nicks song! How could i resist a reblog?
Hello everyone — and welcome. I’m delighted to have you here, and I’m happy to be here too. You see, a week ago I had a resignation blog ready to post — leaving this blog and the serials, and maybe writing all together. Why? Something troubled me greatly when I concluded Three Ingredients Cookbook-2, a Ghost … More Rewind – Three Things Serial Episodes 1 – 5
Welcome back everyone! Our previous chapter of this interactive culinary mystery was essentially part-1 of a 2-part finale. And yes — I heard the commotion when I left our three suspects of ill-doing hanging in midair (literally) and basically you along with them. I’m just wicked that way… I really can’t help myself. I sincerely … More Three Ingredients II – 18: Conclusion – Sweet Potato, Wimberries, Worcestershire Sauce
Welcome to the My Workspace Blog Hop. When smart, funny, and talented, Jo Robinson tagged me for this bloghop I did a double take. “What workspace? ” I thought. When I lived in the desert southwest I had a detached house with a little work room I used for writing and crafts. It was not a … More My Workspace Blog Hop
Horsefeathers! This took me by surprise. I didn’t know quite where the “ingredients” would take this story — until last evening. > Sheiks and Shebas, I have to tell you — this is the penultimate episode of Three Ingredients Cookbook-2, a Ghost in the Kitchen. Sorry I didn’t add that subtitle sooner — it’s always been … More Three Ingredients II – 17: Spinach, Carrots, Yogurt
Originally posted on writerchristophfischer:
I met Teagan via her amazing blog and decided to check out her writing and I must tell you that “Atonement, Tennessee” is a beautiful novel. It’s a new start for Ralda, who just moved to Antonement from DC: a new city with her rescue cat Lilith and a world of…
Sheiks and Shebas I’m sorry to keep you waiting. Yes, there is pos-i-lute-ly going to be a new episode of our 1920’s culinary mystery serial! The ingredients for Episode-16 are from the astonishingly prolific Olga Núñez Miret at Just Olga. Serendipity was with us, and this chapter coincided with the launch of her latest book, I Love Your Cupcakes. Have a … More Three Ingredients II – 16: Apples, Broad Beans, Curry Leaves
Stand up! Those two words can mean several different things in the dictionary. remain/be valid, be sound, be plausible, hold water, hold up, stand questioning, survive investigation, bear examination, be verifiable We might also stand up for a cause, like the power of a simple hug. Or we might stand up for ourselves. Andy Avis did … More Stand Up
Welcome back to our interactive 1920’s culinary mystery serial! The “ingredients” for this episode are from the very talented “Kraftycat” at Kraftycat Creations. You don’t have to be a crazy cat person to enjoy her blog. Not only does she make adorable kitty toys, she makes wonderful gifts and jewelry for the humans. I hope you’ll check out … More Three Ingredients II – 15: Ribs, Watermelon, Corn
Pete & Repeat Two chickpeas, Pete and Repeat were in a pod-boat. Pete fell overboard. What was left? “Repeat!” you say? Well, alright then… Pete and Repeat were in a boat— Okay, I’m just being silly. I would have done something with “Lather, rinse and repeat” but I couldn’t come up with anything. It took … More Three Ingredients II – 14: Chickpeas, Curry, Coconut Milk
Is it a culinary mystery — how to get a guest post spot? No longer! Sally just issued an invitation! Huge hugs everyone. 😀
To finish out this mini-series of the re-blogged author interviews of my readers… I was honored when the amazing Sally G. Cronin invited me to be in her Sunday Show this weekend. To share more of Sally’s blog with you, here is that post. Hugs all around!
Originally posted on KimberlySullivan:
I’m extremely happy to have talented author Evelyne Holingue on my blog today. I met Evelyne through her fabulous blog. I was bound to love Evelyne’s blog and her writing. Evelyne is from France (alongside Italy, my favorite country in the world), where she grew up in beautiful Normandy and studied…
Originally posted on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog:
Hi my name is Sally Cronin and I am writing this from my home in Madrid where I live with my husband. Before I was a writer, I was many other things to many other people . Now into my 60’s I am enjoying…
Originally posted on Debra Paulson:
Back in my craft show days, I used to bring my smaller spinning wheel to the venue to while away the hours between customers. Spinning fascinates children; at the shows, I was a child-magnet and soon I realized I was also the babysitter. “Look kids,” the mother or father would exclaim…
Originally posted on Just Olga:
Hi all: As you know on Fridays I bring you guest authors and/or literary novelties. I’ve known Jo Robinson for a while, but recently we’ve been interacting more through her fantastic blog, where she shares everything, from her adventures in health, post offices and moving across countries, to humorous videos, and…
I had the idea to re-blog some recent author interviews that have been done on readers of Teagan’s Books. Here’s a lovely one Sally G. Cronin did with Olga Núñez Miret earlier this summer. To my delighted astonishment, three bloggers have asked to interview me – all within a short time. It was quite humbling. … More The Sunday Show – Olga Núñez Miret – Author and Forensic Psychiatrist
To my delighted astonishment, three bloggers have asked to interview me – all within a short time. It was quite humbling. So I had the idea to re-blog some recent author interviews that have been done on readers of Teagan’s Books. Here’s a lovely one Siobhan Daiko did with Mary J. McCoy-Dressel. Enjoy!
Forgive me everyone. I tried to send Pip with a message postponing the next episode of The Three Ingredients, but she pouted and wouldn’t even look at me. Yesterday I celebrated a small personal “positive” hoping it would get me back on track, but here I sit, making excuses despite that. I haven’t been able to … More Three Ingredients: The Mess in the “Kitchen”
One of the ingredients for Episode-11, red currants, caused me to add a merman to our serial. Later I had the thought that Andrea Stephenson might like that character. You see, she has written about mythical water beings like selkies. So I am very pleased to tell you that the ingredients for this episode are from the marvelous magical … More Three Ingredients II – 13: Chickpeas, Winkles, Rice Pudding
Originally posted on Just Olga:
Hi all: It’s Friday and as you know I like to bring you guest authors and/or new books in this spot. For the last few weeks I’ve brought you the books, and a bit of information, about some of the blogger authors I follow, as I suddenly realised that after…
Granny Fanny was so angry, frustrated, and worried about Pip that she couldn’t take any more. Granny says she’s sending our flapper home to her father! You know… I just realized that last weekend I forgot to add a “ghostly ingredient” from the Jar of Spooky Things. But that’s beside the point. I had an … More Three Ingredients: Granny Is Angry, What Would You Do?
Sanctuary The first time I remember hearing the word I was a small child watching a very old black and white film of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” and it had a lasting effect on me. Not just the movie, but the word — sanctuary, the sound of it, the meaning and the concept. Sanctuary … More Three Ingredients II – 12: Lentils, Cumin, Roast Lamb
Am I in an odd “place” or is it just the weather? The moon? Solar flares maybe? Could it be this week’s ghostly ingredient from the Jar of Spooky Things? I can’t define it — this odd mood, so I may as well just roll with it. However, be warned that it might make this episode of … More Three Ingredients II – 11: Red Currants, Baked Beans, Polish Sausage
Every blog post from author Siobhan Daiko transports me to a beautiful, far away location. Do her novels do the same? Oh yes, and then some. So when Siobhan wanted to interview me for her blog, I was beside myself with excitement. I hope everyone will take this opportunity to check out her wonderful blog … More Monday interview with Teagan Geneviene
Thanks for coming back to another episode of our interactive culinary mystery serial. The “ingredients” all of you send help make sure the story includes a multiplicity of ideas. However, the cupboards are bare again. Everyone is welcome to leave three food-related things in the comments. That’s what drives this pantser story — your varied ingredients. Variety … More Three Ingredients II – 10: Strawberries, Avocados, Lobster
Hello everyone — I’m so glad to see you again! At the end of Episode-7 Andy’s fate was unknown. Whether by design or by accident, the ghost-riders had taken him away. Then last weekend Maestro Martino sacrificed something important to him, without knowing whether or not it would return Pip’s friend. However, that segment ended … More Three Ingredients II – 9: Chanterelle Mushrooms, Gin, Trifle
Authors and Cats How could I miss World Cat Day? But I almost did! I’ve absolutely no idea why my cats were letting me overlook it. They probably meant to let me know at some point between their after lunch nap and their mid-afternoon nap. If not, then before their pre-dinner nap. There have been … More World Cat Day 2014
Originally posted on DANCES WITH CANCER:
I had a really beautiful dream just before waking this morning – which meant I remembered it clearly, a real bonus. I was sitting beside a lake with quite a few people when suddenly a saw a small gizmo sailing past puffing out mists of rainbow colours. I noticed…
The other day I sent Pip to give everyone a “heads-up” that I wasn’t sure I could do this weekend’s episode… due to the unfortunate combination of my clumsiness and lots of stairs inside and particularly (the culprits in my misadventure) outside my home… The story nagged at me though, so I’ll try to provide … More Three Ingredients II – 8: Lettuce, Shrimp, Hot Peppers
Sheikhs and Shebas… It’s Pip here. I thought it was the cat’s pajamas when the Writer said she was taking off from work for two days. I realize it’s selfish of me, but I thought the time away from that office might let her write some fun adventures for me! But this morning I saw her … More Three Ingredients: Teagan’s Tumble
Isn’t it just the berries when with no planning at all, things just come together? Everything about our 1920’s serial is unplanned “panster” fun — even the timing of when you all send ingredients. So I was tickled when I learned that the next set of ingredients coincided with something important for the reader who is featured … More Three Ingredients II – 7: Baby Bok Choy, Barbecue Sauce, Aluminum Foil
As I had my morning coffee, the news caster told about a community who’s quiet home-life is to be shattered by the installation of a shooting range. Ever a multi-tasker, I was also looking at my online things — and I saw this powerful image. From Romanian to English: One word, signifying what each wants in life, … More Awesome Image from Ileana
Welcome back everyone! I’m pleased to tell you that today’s ingredients were sent by a reader who hasn’t always been with us here at Teagan’s Books — Jo Robinson. Jo lives in beautiful South Africa, and has written quite a remarkable collection of stories. She has a wonderful imagination. For instance in her novel “The Shadow People, The … More Three Ingredients II – 6: Turnips, Onions, Sauerkraut
On a sleepy Saturday morning… a little romance is a good thing! Keep your eye out for this one — available soon.
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What an absolute treat to find Reuben’s book has been given such a lovely 5 star review- his first- since the book went on Kindle this week. 5.0 out of 5 stars Utterly delightful! July 18, 2014 By Ilil R. Arbel Format:Kindle Edition Sweet, witty, mischievous… For the first time, David Prosser, the author…
I’m delighted to return the favor to Sally, for re-blogging my recent Episodes of “Three Ingredients, Cookbook-2.” Besides this is so worthy. Enjoy
Recently Siobhan took up the torch and continued the “Meet My Main Character” blog tour. (Thanks again Siobhan!) She also gave us the ingredients for this week’s episode of our interactive culinary mystery. I can’t believe we’re already at Episode-5. By now, several of the characters from the previous serial have made appearances. New readers, … More Three Ingredients II – 5: Apricots, Eggs, Wheat Flour
I don’t do a lot of “re-blogging” – however I found this one valuable. Sally posted such a comprehensive array if insights in this post that I thought it was important to share it. Hugs to you all, teagan
Get behind the wheel! This isn’t a driverless car. Remember the Three Ingredients Serial is driven by you sending me “ingredients” (preferably three food-related things) to include in the story. There’s no telling what road the story will take, until you send the “ingredients” that point the direction. So get your mental wheels turning. Loosen up and let your thoughts flow wherever they may. … More You’re Driving — Three Ingredients
Welcome back to the 1920’s everyone. Since we last met my country had a birthday. Hopefully all of you in the USA had a fun Independence Day. Wherever you are I hope life is just the berries for you! Today’s “ingredients” come to you from the Land of Enchantment (that’s New Mexico) via RC, my inspiring friend. … More Three Ingredients II – 4: Ice, Squash, Goat’s Milk
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