THIN IS IN BUT WHAT IF YOU'RE NOT
Do you procrastinate because something isn’t perfect in your life, whether it’s weight, your bust size, or nose? Do you feel unworthy? What’s wrong with accepting who we are with all our imperfections and greatness? We all have something about ourselves we would change, but should be strive to be carbon copies of societal ideal of great beauties? What about the beauty in us? Why not appreciate our gifts? The heroine of ISLAND OF DECEIT is a full-figured woman and makes no apologies or excuses about it. She’s too busy solving her grandmother’s murder. She’s happily living her life.
In my latest novel, ISLAND OF DECEIT, ex-Wall Streeter Barbara Turner wants revenge on the scam artist who swindled her grandmother out of her life savings and then killed her. Posing as a hair stylist, Barbara arrives in Paradise Island, shocked to discover that she’s related to the town matriarch—and that she’s one of the trustees of the family’s antique bowl, which has disappeared. Determined to solve these mysteries on her own, Barbara refuses to ask the town’s sheriff for help.
Unfortunately, Sheriff Harper Porterfield—Paradise Island’s most eligible bachelor—already suspects Barbara of hiding something. But that isn’t the only reason he won’t let the plus-sized beauty out of his sight. He finds her thoroughly irresistible. But her subterfuge could destroy any chance of a happily ever after—especially while there’s still a killer on the loose.
ISLAND OF DECEIT will be available in bookstores June 1, 2010.
Please share your thoughts about something you have procrastinated about because of some personal issue.
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Comments
so often I would
so often I would procrastinate about going to a 'do' because I felt frumpy/overweight etc. There are many things I could have done with my Mom had I felt b etter about myself and now it is too late b ecause she has passed away and I regret it often. The personal issue was me not liking myself.
Taking the first step
Hi Robyn,
Thank you so much for your response. Your mother wants you to be the best you can be. That's what all mothers want for their children. She understood you and would not want you to waste one moment of regret, but for you to participate in things that will make you happy and help you grow. Change is difficult, but force yourself to take small steps. The second time will be easier. Life is too precious for you not to enjoy it, so step out on faith. Remember you're special, too.
Candice
Taking the first step
Hi Robyn,
Thank you so much for your response. Your mother wants you to be the best you can be. That's what all mothers want for their children. She understood you and would not want you to waste one moment of regret, but for you to participate in things that will make you happy and help you grow. Change is difficult, but force yourself to take small steps. The second time will be easier. Life is too precious for you not to enjoy it, so step out on faith. Remember you're special, too.
Candice
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I'm glad to be reading more
I'm glad to be reading more books with "real" woman. I admit it is going to take a little adjusting to, but then it's worth the effort for a good change.
Change
Hi Sue,
Thanks for your comment. When a reader requested a story with a plus size woman, I pondered on the type of story I would write. I knew I didn't want to focus on Barbara's weight but her capabilities. I wanted the same elements used in other romances. I hope readers will enjoy that approach.
Warmest,
Candice