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Featured Follower, Cathrina Constantine & Are U Ready For IWSG Wednesday?

May 1, 2017 By C. Lee McKenzie 66 Comments

I took April off from a lot of my usual activities to let my wretched hand/shoulder heal. It’s now much better, and I’m back to typing with all of my fingers! One day I’ll have a Story To Tell about this.

But today I’m featuring another author. Here’s Cathrina Constantine 


Featured Follower for the month of May.
Her newest book has one of those covers that makes you stop, look and want to open it. Here’s my Amazon Review.
Author Page. Facebook. Blog. Twitter

Some Stellar Reviews. 

“The gritty realism of the many struggles she deals with makes this book so compelling. Plus, just when you think you might be reading a romance, the author takes a completely surprising turn. This book is more of a coming-of-age story that keeps you guessing until the end!” ~ Stephanie Faris, Best Selling Author.

“From its psychedelic beginning to its sweet, poignant ending I loved this story.” ~ Nana Prah, Best Selling Author.

If you hurry, you can enter to win a copy on her 
Rafflecopter Giveaway 
Speed Interview with Cathrina: Her FAVORITES

  • Song ~ Just about every song gets my heart pumping and my feet tapping, it’s almost impossible to pick just one. For this moment in time, I’ll say, Rolling in the Deep by Adele.
  • Movie ~ Soooo many, so many. I’m a movie fanatic. I think I’ve watched Harry Potter a zillion times.
  • Author ~ I have an ardent desire for dozens of authors. They all helped to light the flame of my imagination and my writing. I’m sorry, I can’t pick just one…
  • Time of Day ~ That’s an easy one, the early morning when the birds are just starting to sing.
  • Book ~ The Bible.
  • Place to think~ Taking a walk in the woods behind my house.
And there are some little tidbits about this author. Want to ask her more about herself? Leave that in your comments.

Thanks Alex

It’s just about time for another #IWSG Wednesday. Are you ready? Clock’s ticking and the first Wednesday of May almost upon us. Here’s your optional question: What is the weirdest/coolest thing you’ve ever had to research for a story? Or you can just go ON and ON about your current insecurity. πŸ™‚

A lot of you have heard that Joylene Butler has a new book out, but that just before launch day she took a tumble and broke some bones. Surgery during a book launch? I don’t think so. Here’s her book. It looks like a super read.

Nook. Kindle



Quotes of the Week: I had to post two today, variety being the spice of life!

“Every year, back comes Spring, with nasty little birds yapping their fool heads off and the ground all mucked up with plants. Dorothy Parker

If you’ve never been thrilled to the very edges of your soul by a flower in spring bloom, maybe your soul has never been in bloom. Audra Foveo

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Catherine Constatine, Follower of the month, IWSG

Comments

  1. Beverly Stowe McClure says

    May 4, 2017 at 2:09 am

    Congratulations, Cathrina.
    Glad you're better, C Lee.

    Reply
  2. J.H. Moncrieff says

    May 3, 2017 at 8:24 am

    It is a great cover. The title isn't that legible–I had to look closely to read it, but it's a striking image. Hope it does well.

    I may be weird for feeling this way, but I prefer to read about everyone's insecurities. It's more personal and customized than people answering the same question.

    Reply
  3. Mason Canyon says

    May 3, 2017 at 1:00 am

    Congrats to Catherina. C. Lee, hope you and Joylene both continue to heal.

    Reply
  4. Nana Prah says

    May 2, 2017 at 3:40 pm

    I hopped onto your blog on the perfect day. I love Cathy's work and this book was spectacular.

    Reply
  5. Tamara Narayan says

    May 2, 2017 at 1:22 pm

    Catherina's book is already on my Kindle. Those are different quotes about Spring alright. Sometimes it is a mess with all the rain.

    Reply
  6. Tamara Narayan says

    May 2, 2017 at 1:22 pm

    Catherina's book is already on my Kindle. Those are different quotes about Spring alright. Sometimes it is a mess with all the rain.

    Reply
  7. sage says

    May 2, 2017 at 12:58 pm

    Looking at the cover of Cathrina's book, with the girl with mirrored sunglasses and I thought it would be really neat if those glasses could really be mirrored so you saw yourself… I image the production cost would be high, but it would be a neat cover, seeing yourself in the eyes of the character!

    Reply
  8. Sharon M Himsl says

    May 2, 2017 at 6:43 am

    Hi, thanks for this, Lee. Enjoyed reading everyone's comments and wanted to add my congratulations to Jolene and Cathrina as well. Sorry to hear about all the surgeries and the bad fall. It's May now so maybe you can all breathe a sigh. Not a bad month for me. Finished a-z and received offer to publish my first novel. I'll be thinking about iswsg and the question for Wednedsay.

    Reply
  9. Hilary Melton-Butcher says

    May 2, 2017 at 6:33 am

    Hi Lee – yes your question I hope will give us some stimulating answers … Cathrina's book will definitely appeal with its stunning cover; while Joylene's book I'm sure will give us an excellent story -love her cover too … her knowledge comes through.

    I hope she heals and takes her time … not an easy break, while I'm glad you've recovered your dexterity – just in time for the garden! Cheers Hilary

    Reply
  10. Liz A. says

    May 2, 2017 at 3:46 am

    Love how the quotes contradict each other. Sounds like an interesting book.

    Reply
  11. Jacqui Murray says

    May 2, 2017 at 12:50 am

    I'm not really ready, but the question was so good, the article almost wrote itself. I'll come check on you Wednesday.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 2, 2017 at 2:12 am

      The question should make for an interesting Wednesday.

      Reply
  12. Jemi Fraser says

    May 1, 2017 at 11:06 pm

    LOL to the Parker quote! πŸ™‚

    the books sound great! best of luck to Joylene and Catherina!

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 2, 2017 at 2:11 am

      She was kind of snarky, wasn't she?

      Reply
  13. Nick Wilford says

    May 1, 2017 at 11:01 pm

    Nice to see Cathrina here! I'll have to have a think about the IWSG question – I'm sure I've researched a few weird things.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 2, 2017 at 2:11 am

      You wouldn't be a writer if you hadn't. Will look forward to seeing what you cop to!

      Reply
  14. Lexa Cain says

    May 1, 2017 at 10:38 pm

    Huge congrats to both Cathrina and Joylene on their new releases, and I hope Joylene gets well soon! πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 2, 2017 at 2:10 am

      I hate being injured or sick, but either while launching a book is truly hard to even consider.

      Reply
  15. Lauren says

    May 1, 2017 at 8:54 pm

    I love the cover for Incense and Peppermint – and yay for a fun, quick interview. I really like the HP films too.

    -Lauren
    http://www.shootingstarmag.net

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 2, 2017 at 2:09 am

      Hi Lauren. Thanks for stopping by! You and CC have similar tastes.

      Reply
  16. Elephant's Child says

    May 1, 2017 at 8:25 pm

    April does indeed seem to have been hard on my favourite people – writers. The shame of it. I will speak roughly to her – and am glad you are healing.
    Cathrina's book sounds intriguing and right up my very wide bookie alley.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 8:45 pm

      Is my alley as wide as your alley? We must compare. πŸ™‚ Thanks Sue!

      Reply
  17. Karen Lange says

    May 1, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    So glad you're feeling better! Fun interview with Cathrina! πŸ™‚ Hoping Joylene is healing well.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 8:45 pm

      There couldn't be a worse time for an accident. I mean a few days before you launch a book? Shudder.

      Reply
  18. Cathrina Constantine says

    May 1, 2017 at 6:49 pm

    Lee, thank you very much for hosting me today and for having me on your newsletter! I'm very grateful.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 8:44 pm

      Glad you could put in an appearance. And thanks for being such a great guest. I love that you've responded to the comments.

      Reply
  19. Annalisa Crawford says

    May 1, 2017 at 3:34 pm

    I identify with Cathrina not being able to answer those interview questions – there's so much choice!

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 4:15 pm

      I'm with her, too. But I'm not good at long interviews anymore. I like those insightful snippets about a person. πŸ™‚

      Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:45 pm

      I also like quick little tidbits for a review. As we all know, blogging and social media take up a good portion of our time. And leaves little time for writing…

      Reply
  20. L. Diane Wolfe says

    May 1, 2017 at 3:27 pm

    Thanks for mentioning Joylene's book. I'll give everyone an update on her this week.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 4:14 pm

      I'm sure the report will be good.

      Reply
  21. Shady Del Knight says

    May 1, 2017 at 3:27 pm

    Hi, Cheryl!

    Thanks for introducing Cathrina and her book. After reading the synopsis on Amazon, I concluded that Incense and Peppermints will resonate with boomers like me who were there and did that. I like the fact that what at first seems to be a romance story takes a dark and mysterious turn and keeps the reader guessing.

    Given the title of her new book, I'm a bit surprised that Cathrina didn't name that big hit by Strawberry Alarm Clock as her favorite song. πŸ™‚

    I enjoyed the quotes of the week giving sharply contrasting impressions of spring. πŸ™‚

    Have a great week, dear friend C-Lee!

    Reply
    • Shady Del Knight says

      May 1, 2017 at 3:28 pm

      (I am also very happy to know that your injuries have finally healed!)

      Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 4:14 pm

      I'm surprised Cathrina didn't call you and ask for some details about those wild and "hairy" days. πŸ™‚ I love first hand resources.

      Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      Shady, it sounds like we might have known each other…during those wild and crazy days…

      Reply
    • Shady Del Knight says

      May 1, 2017 at 9:05 pm

      Hi, Cathrina!

      I am pleased to meet you! I see that you now reside in Western New York. I was raised in Central PA and attended Penn State (and numerous late 60s Animal House-style fraternity toga parties :), and so it is indeed possible that you and I crossed paths at some point. If you never heard of them, you should check out the Rochester-based retro inspired girl group called It's My Party:

      http://itsmypartyonline.com/

      Again, it is nice meeting you, Cathrina. Best of luck with your book and all future endeavors!

      Reply
  22. Patricia Lynne says

    May 1, 2017 at 3:24 pm

    Cathrina's book look amazing.
    I think I might need a blogging break in May. x_x

    Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:41 pm

      Thank you Patricia.

      Reply
  23. Christine Rains says

    May 1, 2017 at 2:42 pm

    Yay for Cathrina! Her new book is fantastic. Love those quotes. I do love all the flowers blooming right now. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 3:17 pm

      Unfortunately, the allergies that come with spring are really getting to everyone around here. So far (I'm rapping my knuckles on my desk) I'm okay.

      Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:41 pm

      And thank you Christine for the awesome review!!!

      Reply
  24. Yolanda RenΓ©e says

    May 1, 2017 at 2:27 pm

    Great quotes! Must be something about book releases that inspire injury. My right wrist is in a brace and I had to go get a tetanus shot today – nasty old paint can!!! πŸ™‚
    Take care, everyone!
    Catherine, wishing you all the best! Love the cover! And the music – great way to spark memories!

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 3:16 pm

      I do think April was hard on writers. Sorry about that wrist, Yolanda. Hope it's better very soon.

      Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:41 pm

      Take Care Yolanda, and thank you!

      Reply
  25. DEZMOND says

    May 1, 2017 at 2:20 pm

    Spring will be very sad this year, because our blogging friend Melissa Bradley has left us yesterday after a very long battle with cancer πŸ™

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 3:15 pm

      Sorry. I didn't know. She put up a long, hard fight.

      Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:40 pm

      The entire blogging community is saddened by her loss… πŸ™

      Reply
  26. Barbara Fisher says

    May 1, 2017 at 1:36 pm

    I LOVE Rolling in the Deep by Adele, I also love Harry Potter, and I agree there are just SO many good authors. How could Cathrina possibly pick just one? Actually, I couldn’t argue with any of these answers. Morning is my favourite time of day. I love walking in the woods why wouldn’t you say Bible.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 3:15 pm

      It looks as if you and Cathrina could talk long into the night about many shared interests.

      Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:40 pm

      Barbara, sounds like we'd be great friends!!!

      Reply
  27. Sarah Foster says

    May 1, 2017 at 1:16 pm

    Glad you are healing and can type with both hands again! I'd hate not being able to do that. I write slow enough as it is.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 1:25 pm

      I'm not a good patient, so glad that's over.

      Reply
  28. Bish Denham says

    May 1, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    Glad you've healed up! I hope Joylene is healing a well. Cathrina's novel in intriguing since I'm of a certain age… I'll have to check it out! See you Wednesday.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 1:25 pm

      But the sixties was good to you, Bish. I've seen those lovely pictures. Great to see you. Hope your break was energizing.

      Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      Thank you Bish.

      Reply
  29. Sandra Cox says

    May 1, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    Joylene's book sounds very enticing. And Cathrina's cover is one of the best I've seen.
    So glad to hear you are healing.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 1:24 pm

      I'm such a cover addict. Love it when they're excellent.

      Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      Thank you Sandra.

      Reply
  30. Pat Hatt says

    May 1, 2017 at 12:23 pm

    Good you are all healed up and the fingers work once more.

    A walk in the woods is a fine way to clear ones head and think. I've watched Harry Potter maybe twice, your zillion has me beat lol

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 1:24 pm

      Maybe she only meant a lot of times. Harry would't stand up under such scrutiny. πŸ™‚

      Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      I exaggerated a bit…hahaaa…

      Reply
  31. H.R. Sinclair, Southpaw says

    May 1, 2017 at 12:06 pm

    Good news about your healing and using both hands to type again. πŸ™‚ It's great you took the time to heal, so often people don't and make it worse.

    Dorothy and Audra have quite differing views of spring. LOL

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 1:21 pm

      Thanks. I'm delighted to be flexing ten digits again.

      Reply
  32. Alex J. Cavanaugh says

    May 1, 2017 at 11:37 am

    Glad you are healed! Hopefully Joylene is healing as well.
    The Bible – good choice, Cathrina.

    Reply
    • C. Lee McKenzie says

      May 1, 2017 at 1:20 pm

      April must have been "Be Unkind to Authors Month."

      Reply
    • Cathrina Constantine says

      May 1, 2017 at 6:38 pm

      Thank you Alex.

      Reply

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