Category Archives: Running Amok

In Honor of “Uncle John”

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Susan Spann

June is official “bathroom reading” month. In honor of the occasion, and to properly (ahem) enthrone the glory which is bathroom reading, I’m responding to the question offered at Uncle John’s Bathroom Reader Blog: If you could trade places with … Continue reading →

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A Chalice of a Less-Medieval Kind

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Susan Spann

Over the weekend I acquired a new coral specimen for the reef. The blue, knobbly coral center at frame is a type of chalice (Family Pectiniidae), a colonial stony coral that grows in flat, plate-like shapes. Pectiniid corals grow well in … Continue reading →

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A Measure of Peace

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Susan Spann

Every rose variety has an individual name, granted by the developer and used by growers around the world to identify the cultivar. One of my father’s favorites (and mine) is known as “peace.” Just before the German invasion of France … Continue reading →

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An Interview With Deanna Raybourn

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Susan Spann

Please welcome New York Times bestselling author Deanna Raybourn, who’s talking with us today about her new release, A SPEAR OF SUMMER GRASS (Harlequin MIRA, April 2013): A sixth-generation native Texan, New York Times bestselling author Deanna Raybourn graduated from … Continue reading →

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A Word About Something Not So Taxing

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Susan Spann

In addition to tax day (here in the U.S.A.) April 15, 2013 marks another important milestone: 90 days remain until the publication day for CLAWS OF THE CAT. We already have two signings scheduled: July 25 at the Barnes & … Continue reading →

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In Honor of National Pet Day

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Susan Spann

April 11 is “National Pet Day” here in the United States, a day to celebrate pets of all shapes, sizes and origins. National Pet Day was the brainchild of Colleen Paige, a pet lifestyle expert and animal welfare advocate. As … Continue reading →

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A Very Random Book Signing

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Susan Spann

Most of you know that I’m hosting the Sacramento leg of the Random Penguin’s world tour to celebrate the release of Kerry Schafer’s BETWEEN. Last night, RP hosted a launch party and signing for some local fans of Kerry’s work. … Continue reading →

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Monday Blog Game: Someday We’ll Laugh About This

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Susan Spann

January 2-8 is official “Someday We’ll Laugh About This” week. In honor of the occasion, here’s something I look back on with gratitude: In 2004 I decided to get serious about writing. I finished my first manuscript and submitted it … Continue reading →

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The Fun That Never Ends

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Susan Spann

I’m at the Debutante Ball today, explaining why I love “The Song That Never Ends.” Don’t know the song? Hop over and let me share …. if you dare …

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Monday Blog Game: Favorite Words

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Susan Spann

Today’s edition of the Monday Blog Game invites everyone to blog (or comment – comments are open) about a “favorite word.” What’s yours? Is it serious? Funny? A little of both? Blog about it and link back here, or hop … Continue reading →

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