Monthly Archives: October 2013

Review of Highland Solution by Love Saves the World

Posted on October 30, 2013 by cecigiltenan

Today a review of Highland Solution is featured on the blog, Love Saves the World http://www.lovesavestheworld.com/2013/10/review-highland-solution-by-ceci.html. Tin provides a very thoughtful summary and review. She clearly understands Niall’s trust issues and the precarious position in which he finds himself. She … Continue reading →

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Crab soup and soda bread

Posted on October 29, 2013 by cecigiltenan

This recipe combination is a classic representation of the cultural blend that is my marriage. My family’s roots are deeply American. My ancestors emigrated here in the 17th and early 18th centuries. I was raised in Maryland where the blue … Continue reading →

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Pirates…and I don’t mean the sexy fictional kind

Posted on October 28, 2013 by cecigiltenan

Is there anyone whose heart doesn’t stir a bit at the fictionalized, romantic, swashbuckling, pirate? Some of the first historical romances I read as a teenager featured privateers. The difference between pirates and privateers is blurred at best and probably … Continue reading →

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Reader Reviews

Posted on October 25, 2013 by cecigiltenan

One of the most gratifying things about having published a book is reading the many positive reader reviews. Today I received my first paperback copy of Highland Solution and was thrilled to see that my publisher quoted some of these … Continue reading →

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Seeking your Scottish ancestors?

Posted on October 25, 2013 by cecigiltenan

Consider contacting Borders Journeys. Started in 2012 by Ian Walker, they provide exclusive private and small group guided sightseeing tours throughout Scotland. They specialize in tours of Dumfries & Galloway, Scottish Borders and Northumberland. Their daily scheduled and private tours … Continue reading →

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An update for Nook readers

Posted on October 24, 2013 by cecigiltenan

No, Highland Solution is still not available at Barnes and Noble. However, it is on Smashwords https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/370391 (as well as the Champagne Book site) as an Epub version which can be read on Nook and other devices that won’t read … Continue reading →

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The Writer’s Vineyard

Posted on October 24, 2013 by cecigiltenan

The Writer’s Vineyard is a blog written by a collection of authors on a variety of topics. How’s that for specific? More specifically, most topics are related to the writing process. I am now one of the contributing authors on … Continue reading →

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Food glorious food – Shortbread

Posted on October 22, 2013 by cecigiltenan

I love food. I guess I should say I have a love/hate relationship with food because I am constantly battling my weight. Unfortunately the love side of the relationship wins out all too often. When I started this blog just … Continue reading →

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Release Day for Suzan Tisdale’s Newest Highland Romance

Posted on October 21, 2013 by cecigiltenan

Good morning readers. I am back from the Florida Writers’ Conference, which was great! I met many great Florida authors and I will introduce you to some over the next few weeks. However this morning I am thrilled to share … Continue reading →

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New Young Adult Fantasy Novel

Posted on October 19, 2013 by cecigiltenan

I met author Jake Bonsignore at the Florida Writers’ Conference. He is an impressive young man and his fantasy series “Inferno Unleashed” (Part 1 Empyreal Illusions and Part 2 Awakening the Fire) looks amazing and has great reviews. I purchased … Continue reading →

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