Over the summer I will be updating author’s details in the Cafe and Bookstore and also sharing their bios, books and recent reviews with you in this series…
Meet Balroop Singh
Balroop Singh, an educator, a poet and an author always had a passion for writing. She would jot down her reflections on a piece of paper and forget about them till each drawer of her home started overflowing with poetic reminders, popping out at will! The world of her imagination has a queer connection with realism. She could envision the images of her own poetry while teaching the poems. Her dreams saw the light of the day when she published her first poetry book: ‘Sublime Shadows Of Life.’ She has always lived through her heart. She is a great nature lover; she loves to watch birds flying home. The sunsets allure her with their varied hues that they lend to the sky. She can spend endless hours listening to the rustling of leaves and the sound of waterfalls. She lives in California.
Books by Balroop Singh
One of the recent reviews for Magical Whispers
Apr 26, 2021 Jacquie rated it Five Stars on Goodreads
Magical Whispers is just what the doctor ordered! Filled with gentle lyrics to feed a tired soul, I found each poem uplifting and inspirational. The author took aspects of life and wove her spiritual nature among the lines, creating magic.
One of my favorites, Watch the Magic, portrays this beautifully.
Strokes of crimson herald the change
Ochre tries to meet at the edges,
With reverence I look around
At majestic branches almost bare.
Deep shadows dance around me
Wind and breeze compete to win.
Far away, at the horizon, gray scrambles
To steal some golden kisses.
A waterfall accentuates this beauty
And the valley resounds with a voice,
A familiar melody – melts all my angst
Now I know what allures me here.
Ferns flock like old friends
Blankets – that warm aching hearts,
Patterns of joy inked in green
Calm chaos that lay hidden.
That is the magic of a changing season
Just step out and watch the spectacle.
Mother Nature looks magnificent
In all her outfits.
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With every reread, I feel the tension leave my body and a state of calm and peace takes over- Balroop’s poems heal the mind and warms the heart.
Read the reviews and buy the books: Amazon US – and : Amazon UK – Follow Balroop : Goodreads – blog:Balroop Singh on WordPress – Twitter: @BalroopShado
Meet Jane Risdon
Jane Risdon began writing following her successful career in the International Music Industry which has taken her all over the world working, including North America, Europe, Singapore, and Taiwan. She and her musician husband have worked with everything from Rock, Thrash Metal, and R&B/Pop to Chinese Opera.
She’s been involved in Artiste Management, Music Production, Music Publishing, and the facilitation of music for TV and Movie Soundtracks.
In December 2020 Jane signed with Linda Langton of Langtons International Literary Agency, based in New York, NY.
In 2014 Jane signed a publishing contract with Headline Accent part of the Hachette group.
Her co-written novel with best-selling, award-winning author Christina Jones is entitled ‘Only One Woman,’ and is published by Headline Accent. Christina and Jane enjoy a life-long friendship, and their shared experiences and love of the 1960s and the music scene, are the inspiration for their fictional novel about two girls and a lead guitarist whose band is touring and recording in England and Europe when they all meet. It is garnering rave 5* reviews from men and women. It is more than a love story, it is a social comment about the lives of those living through an era of social upheaval and huge world events.
Books by Jane Risdon
A recent review for Undercover Crime Shorts
This is the first book I read from this author and let me tell you that I loved it! Such a good book with great characters that keeps you obsessed with every page since the first one. The ending of this book.. come on! I just didn´t expect it! Can´t wait to read other books from this great writer! Amazing job! a must-read! A fantastic book that has it all! I happily endorse this story to any and all who are looking for a mystery enjoyable read and a completely different experience than anyone could imagine on their own. ¡Great book!
Read the reviews and buy the books: Amazon UK – And: Amazon US– Blog:Jane Risdon WordPress – Goodreads:Jane Risdon Goodread – Twitter: @Jane_Risdon – Facebook: Jane Risdon 2
Meet Gwen m. Plano
Gwen M. Plano, aka Gwendolyn M. Plano, grew up in Southern California and spent most of her professional life in higher education. She taught and served as an administrator in colleges in Japan, New York, Connecticut, and California. Gwen’s academic background is in theology and counseling.
Gwen’s first book is an acclaimed memoir, Letting Go into Perfect Love. Her second book, The Contract between heaven and earth, is a thriller fiction novel, co-authored by John W. Howell. It has received multiple awards and is an Amazon Best Seller. The Choice, the unexpected heroes is the sequel to The Contract. It is also a thriller, involving the attempt of an unfriendly nation to take over the world. The third book in the series, The Culmination, a new beginning is an action-packed military thriller that spans the globe and involves multiple Heads of State and the threat of World War III. Only love can change the fate of humanity.
Books by Gwen M. Plano
A recent review for Culmination
Read the reviews and buy the books: : Amazon UK –and : Amazon US – follow Gwen : Goodreads –website:Gwen Plano – Twitter: @gmplano
Thanks for dropping in today and I hope you are leaving with some books… thanks Sally.
It was so nice to read more about these three wonderful writers. I love Balroop’s poem. Toni x
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Thanks very much Toni…hugsx
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Thank you Toni.
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I love Balroop’s poem. If this is anything like her others, I must definitely read her book.
And the others are also interesting. I know Gwen, from the internet as she often comments on my blog, but Jane is new to me.
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Great Viv.. I have enjoyed Gwen’s work and can recommend and Jane’s too..have a good week..hugsx
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Thank you Viv, I am delighted to hear that.
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It’s always lovely to hear from you Viv. Thank you for stopping by. 😊
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Greetings V. M, thanks so much for your comments. Have a fab day. x
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I’ve read some of Balroop’s poems and enjoyed them. I’ve read all of Gwen’s listed books and highly recommend them to everyone. Jane is new to me, so I’ll have to check out her books. 😊
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Thanks Yvette for your added recommendations for Balroop and Gwen… enjoy exploring Jane’s books..xx
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Thanks Yvette, your kind words are much appreciated.
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Yvette, thanks for reading this and for your comment. If you read anything, let me know. Have a happy and safe summer.
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Thank you, Yvette, for your lovely support. Blessings and hugs! 💗
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Thanks very much Michael…hugsx
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Michael, greetings again. Thanks for reblogging this. You are a star. Danke.
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Thank you, Michael, for sharing the post. 🙂
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Always with a great pleasure, Gwen! Have a beautiful week! xx Michael
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Thank you for sharing and remembering, Sally! Also great to update the/ my TBR. Have a nice Sunday afternoon! xx Michael
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Thanks Michael.. hope you have a lovely Sunday too…hugsx
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Happy days Michael. thanks for your support of everyone. x
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Very nice selection of authors today, Sally!
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Thank you very much Joan.. have a lovely week..xx
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Joan thanks for your comments, have a fab week.
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I just got Balroop’s newest book. I can’t wait to read it.
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Fantastic Jacqui…xx
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Thank you Jacqui. 🥰
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Let us know what you think Jacqui. enjoy. x
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Thank you so much Sally for placing me with the accomplished writers and sharing my poem. Each one in ‘Magical Whispers’ actually whispers the magic around us. 🙂
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Pleasure Balroop and look forward to sharing your new collection next Sunday.. have a good week..hugsx
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Sally thanks so much for bringing these authors to my attention and for including me. I am honoured to be included. Thanks to everyone commenting and sharing. Fab. xx Stay safe and well and have a fab July everyone. xx
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Delighted to share Jane..♥
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My TRB list is going to outlive me I think. I keep adding recommendations and it is getting scary! 🙂 xx
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Mine is the same Jane but hopefully they will let me take my reader with me to wherever I go next.. Amazon is everywhere after all lol..♥
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LOL ain’t that a fact. I hope you find the right charging point in that case. Two pin or three? Universal one works well. Not yet I hope. x
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lol.. a few more years would be helpful..hugsx♥
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Sometimes I think yes and other times I think no thanks. Funny old life. x
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It is..but the only one we have got..♥
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So I believe. x
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It is helpful and introduces new faces and names where one might never have come across them otherwise.
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Reblogged this on Jane Risdon and commented:
Wow, thanks, Sally Cronin for introducing new authors to us all and for including me in your post. I am really honoured. I hope you and the authors you support gain many more reader and followers. I really appreciate this. Thanks so much. Jane x
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A pleasure Jane and thanks for the lovely comment.. hugs ♥
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My pleasure and no need to thank me…:)
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I have Tweeted and reblogged on janerisdon.com – I hope everyone gains new followers and readers. xx
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Fantastic thanks for passing it along Jane…have a lovely week..♥
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My pleasure, I am a little slow of late but getting there. Thanks so much. Have a lovely week Sally. Rain forecast, so not sure we are going to have a summer. I hope you have good weather. xx
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I think we have had our summer Jane.. we had the promised tropical air mass over us for a couple of days but it just meant the rain was warmer lol…♥
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LOL who would live on an island or group of islands eh!! But, having lived in SE Asia and California, I really love the changes of season and weather. x
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I miss Spain I have to say and even after five years have not really acclimatised yet.. ♥
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It took me a while after Singapore to get used to the cold, although the AC was always full on, the cold here is damper. Spain, how lovely. I can imagine. x
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I love reading everyone’s bio, and learning about what each author does/did besides writing. I don’t think I know one author who’s only been an author. Lovely to see Balroop, Jane, and Gwen here. Congrats to all three on the wonderful reviews. 🙂 Thanks, Sally.
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Thank you, Diana, for your support and encouragement. Warmest regards. 💗
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Thanks Diana.. it is our life’s experiences that often inspire us to write.. it is wonderful to see they are not wasted..hugsx
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Thanks so much for commenting. Such a fab selection here. I need three lifetimes to read all the great books Sally recommends. I love reading bios too. Have a fab week. Thanks Diana. Enjoy your week. x
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Thanks Jane.. and always happy to tempt with books hugs ♥
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Ah, my bank balance!! LOL
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My pleasure, Jane. Happy Reading!
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Thanks, you too x
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Thank you so kindly, Sally, for including my books with those of Balroop and Jane. I’m deeply honored. I hope you have a very blessed day. 💗
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My pleasure Gwen.. enjoy your week..hugs ♥
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Three wonderful authors! I’ve read two of these and have the third on my radar. Thanks for including my review of Balroop’s incredible poetry ❤
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Thank you, Jacquie, for your support. Like you, I love Balroop’s poetry. 💗
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Always happy to share great reviews Jacquie…have a lovely week..♥
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Jacqui, always fab to see you. Thanks for commenting and being here. Your review was wonderful for Balroop’s poetry, much deserved. Have a fab week xx
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Terrific authors and reviewers, Sally. I know I say that a lot cause it is true a lot. Thank you.
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And thanks very much a lot John..hugsxx
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John, great to see you here. Thanks for reading and commenting. Have a fab week x
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You as well, Jane. 😊
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Thank you, John, for the encouragement and endorsement. 😊
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A talented group today. Thanks for sharing them.
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Thanks Craig.. x
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Thanks so much for taking the time to read and comment. Have a great week.
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Thank you, Craig, so kind of you to say.
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Fabulous lineup today and congrats to Gwen, Balroop and Jane. ❤ I was on Gwen's Amazon page and didn't see her memoir there? ❤
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Thanks, Debby. I notice lots of things missing from Amazon of late. It might re-appear, sometimes things do.
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Thanks so much, Debby. The memoir is under Gwendolyn instead of Gwen. Amazon can’t bring the two together. 🙄
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Ohhhhhhhh, thanks for letting me know Gwen 🙂
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Thanks very much for sharing Cecily.. have a lovely week.
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Thanks for being so kind as to reblog for Sally and for us all. Much appreciated. Have a fab week.
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You’re welcome Jane and apologies for my tardiness in response. Enjoy your week too.
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No worries, I know how busy we all are, Lovely to hear from you now. xx
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Thank you, Cecily.
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A great selection of authors and books, I keep hearing great things about. Thanks, Sally, and congratulations all around!
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Olga, great to see you. A fab collection and so good to see them here. Thanks for popping in. Have a great week x
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Thanks very much Olga..♥
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Thank you, Olga. All the best!
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Wonderful to see Balroop, Jane, and Gwen here. Wishing them all the best. Thanks for sharing, Sally. Hugs xx 🙂
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Thanks very much Harmony and hope your week off to a good start…hugs ♥
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Thanks so much for reading and commenting. Sally does a fab job and we all appreciate her support and that of her readers/followers. Glad to see you here. Have a fab week x
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Thank you, Harmony, for your support and kind words. 💗
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Fabulous reviews to share, Sally! Bravo to Balroop, Jane, and Gwen! 🙂
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Thank you so much, Natalie. 💗
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Natalie, thanks so much. Have a fab week. x
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Head down to the Smorgasbord Cafe and Bookstore to Meet the Authors featuring Balroop Singh, Jane Risdon, and Gwen M. Plano
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Thank you very much, Don. It’s so kind of you to reblog.
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You’re welcome.
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Don, thanks so much, as ever you are always so supportive. Much appreciated xx Have a fab week. x
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You’re welcome. You too.
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Great selection and spotlight, Sally. Thanks.
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Thank you Staci…hugsx
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Thank you, Staci. 🤗
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Thanks Staci, have a fab week x
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I am SO far behind on everything again, but glad to see these authors featured here, Sally! Congrats to the authors and a big “thank you” to you!
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I know it has been a very tough time lately for your family Jan and lovely of you to pop in ♥♥
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Thank you, Jan. I’m sending extra hugs. 🤗
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Jan, join the club. I am in danger of meeting myself coming back! Happy days x
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Another fantastic list of authors, Sally:) xo
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Thank you Denise…hugsx
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Thank you so much, Denise. 💗
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Denise, thanks so much. Enjoy your day x
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Gwen is an amazing writer and a wonderful person. Balroop is one of my favorite poets. Her poetry is beautiful including this one. I’m not too familiar with Jane Risdon’s work, but I will check her out.
Thanks for featuring these authors, Sally!
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Thanks very much Vashti.. and for adding your recommendation for Gwen and Balroop.. I am sure you will enjoy Jane’s work…hugsxx
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It’s my pleasure. Thank you, Sally. 🙂 xo
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Vashti, we seem to follow each other around on Facebook and elsewhere, so I have seen you. Thanks so much for being here. Have a fab week. x
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I’ve seen you around social media too, Jane. I’d like to get to know you and your work more. 🙂
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We were both at a recent wedding via Zoom I think! And your work too. Funny how one crosses paths numerous times with people and yet one never gets to ‘meet’ them.’
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True. 🙂
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Another three accomplished authors backed by wonderful reviews. It was lovely to see one of Balroop’s poems here. Thanks for these, Sally. xx
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Thanks for being here, appreciated. Have a fab week. x
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Thanks very much Alex..hugs ♥
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Three wonderful reviews, Sally. I have read both Balroop and Jane’s books and loved them. I am keen to read Gwen’s book too.
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Thanks Robbie and for your recommendation for Balroop and Jane.. and I am sure you will enjoy Gwen’s books too…hugsx
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Robbie, thanks so much for being here and for mentioning Balroop’s and my books. Let me know when you read Gwen’s. I am sure you won’t be disappointed. Have a fab week x
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Hi Jane, I have read Letting Go Into Perfect Love by Gwen and it is a truly wonderful read.
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That is a great recommendation.
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