As I was writing Quinn’s story, book 4 in the Baxter Family Saga, I realized that I could extend some of the scenes in Unchained Hearts. Why the hell would I do that?
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Character Theme Songs: Unchained Hearts
Sometimes when I’m writing, I’ll have a song on repeat in my head because that song embodies the character, the situation or maybe a meaning I never realized until I paid attention to the lyrics. Basically, that song is trying to tell me something. To me, songs are stories or poems set to music. There isn’t a decade that hasn’t produced notable songs, despite what some aficionados may claim. It’s just that some years or […]
Read moreUnchained Hearts: A Few Words About Devil’s Breath
When I was writing Unchained Hearts, I had more than a few ideas in my head. I wanted it to be this twisty-turny drama and what better way to do that than to introduce the use of some drug I was sure not many knew about. Yep, that was the ticket. To do that, I remembered a drug I had heard about years ago and had seen in one of my favorite shows at the […]
Read morePalessa’s on a writing break, in theory…
This is me on a writing break…writing. It’s a sickness. 😐 Actually, I’m outlining a story that’s been in the back on my head for a couple of years now. Mel is a minor character from #UnchainedHearts that hit me, especially during that last scene. Then as I read and recuperate from burnout (yep, Sandro burned me out and he’s still not done yet 🙅 ) Mel’s story is hitting me. So I’m outlining, sleeping […]
Read moreOfficial audio trailer of Eyubea Girls PLUS new version of Unchained Hearts is LIVE!
Two things are happening right now! First, I’ve been working and planning and now, it’s here. The official audio trailer of Eyubea Girls is finally on SoundCloud. I am excited! Listen Here ☞http://bit.ly/1Sl3QBo and tell me what you think! PLUS, as it’s my birthday weekend, Unchained Hearts, updated with extra scenes is LIVE. From Friday 8/7 – Monday 8/10 it’s FREE! Grab your copy today Click☛http://amzn.to/1hlEr7H
Read moreSpotlight: Baxter Family Saga by PALESSA! @authorpalessa @BeauCoupLLC
The Baxter Family Saga series is in the spotlight. Thanks Talk Books to Me! Spotlight: Baxter Family Saga by PALESSA! @authorpalessa @BeauCoupLLC.
Read moreTag Line/Theme Chosen for Portrait of Gray and Palessa’s on Pinterest
I’m having a bit of fun reading the editor’s notes on Book 2 and I have to say, I’m happy that there weren’t so many red marks. It means I’m improving…I hope. So as I was writing and reading and editing and clarifying, the theme of Russian roulette was pretty prominent in my mind.
Read moreMy Reading of Unchained Hearts on Journal Jabber & More!
So I was fighting a bit of a cold (I suspect it was strep as well) and felt like my voice was going AND I knew I had a podcast interview. There was no way I was going to lose my voice. So I sucked down some grated ginger water daily and spoke less than normal, which is hard for me even when I’m alone with the dog.
Read moreMy First Guest Post on Hooker Heels Book Blog…YAY!
Now, doing guest posts are part of the promo train and I was looking forward to it because we could write whatever we want. I’ve written guest posts before so it’s easy for me to fall into the routine of research, etc. So I had this idea. You know that boy who broke your heart when you were just a little girl (or boy in some cases) and it just changed you? Well, I wrote […]
Read moreExcerpt Sneak Peek of Baxter Family Saga: Book 2
So after I finished Book 1 the one character that just spoke to me was Grayson. His transformation in Unchained Hearts begged for some exploration and I’m so glad I did. His story will be very different from Cass’ in many ways. It’s more intensely emotional and as I was writing, there were some parts where I misted. It was tough to see him go through what he did. He’s does come out on the […]
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