Tuesday, July 24, 2012

VBT Timeless Sojourn

 


I asked Jamie, besides the fact the heroine grew up there, what makes Seattle a good town for a fresh start? Below is her response:

Seattle is a laid back town. Yes, it rains a lot in Seattle, but usually not the sort of hard rain most other areas of the country are used to. It drizzles in Seattle most of the time, but the landscape wouldn’t be as lush and green if it didn’t.
Besides the weather, Seattle has lots to do for everyone from the tourist to the resident. There is abundance of museums and art galleries, along with Native American museums. There is a large art community with both potters, painters alike; a huge creative bunch call Seattle home. Writers included. Pikes Place Market is always a favorite with everyone. Oh yeah, and did I mention Seattle is the locale for a certain book series?
The area is great for outdoor people too. Mt. Rainier and Mt. St. Helen are to the south of the city with some great hiking. The San Juan Islands just waiting to be discovered and if you’re a water person, boating is in abundance. Whether power boating or sailing there is an endless supply of places waiting to you from the water.
If you’re starting over and are looking for a job, there are a vast number of companies who make their home in the area. Whether it be in the ship building industry or the technology business, you’ll probably find it in the Seattle area.
The people are friendly and waiting. . .

BLURB:

Recently divorced at a time when most women are enjoying their children being grown, Anne Harrison finds her life in chaos. At the urging of her forever-friend Kat, Anne moves back to Seattle, her childhood home, to get back her former confidence and make a fresh start. 

Confident, creative, and a successful businessman, Geoffrey Quinn has depths not immediately apparent to those who come into contact with that cocky, devilishly handsome exterior.  

The last thing either is looking for is a relationship. Anne finds Geoff highly irritating (and young!) at best, while Geoffrey finds her magnetic and wise. To his amusement, she futilely attempts to dismiss him each time they cross paths, and sparks fly.

Watch as this seemingly unsuitable, disparate duo lights a fiery, compelling attraction neither sees coming. But who will get burned?

EXCERPT:

Kat and I are just finishing up the dinner dishes and getting ready to sit and solve the problems of the world when the phone rings. Kat answers. “Of course, she’s right here. We just finished cleaning the kitchen.”

Geoffrey she mouths to me, handing me the phone.
“Hey, how are you? I asked.

“Great, thanks. I was wondering if you’d like to come over for dinner Friday night. I grill a mean steak.”

“That sounds great, Geoffrey. Can I bring anything, oh, and what time?” I smile at the thought of that killer body slaving over a grill.

“How about if I pick you up at seven, and bring something for dessert, if you don’t mind.”

“That sounds great. I’ll see you Friday.”

I hang up the phone and Kat is standing there with a huge grin on her face.

“You’re going to have dinner at Geoffrey Quinn’s?” she cackles. “You do know he’s falling hook, line and sinker, don’t you? He never invites women to his place.”

“Enough already, Kat! Geoff is young enough to be my son. We simply enjoy each other’s company.” I replied, hoping to shut her up.

“Oh no, Anne, he’s taken with you and you are quite smitten with him, although you’d be the last to admit it. Don’t play the age game crap with me because I know better.” She’s still smiling like a match maker as I turn away, my face warm from blushing.

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AUTHOR Bio and Links:

Jamie Salisbury cannot imagine a time when she did not write. A skill that has served her well throughout her professional career. Public relations in and around the entertainment industry, photography, editing, and special event planning all elevated her passion for writing.

An avid reader of histories, biographies, and romance, it's only natural that part of the products of her pen are historical romances featuring characters so authentic they spring forth from the page and shake the reader's hand. Many of her teen years were spent in Chile, but she and her family were forced out of the country when the political climate demanded it.

Taking the plunge to take her writing professional came as a result of a series of foot surgeries that left her with a lot of time on her hands. Unable to walk great distances at the time, she started writing as a way to pass the time. Her experiences of how dramatically her life had changed at first. Then the new world of e-publishing inspired her to digitally publish her first novel, Perpetual Love, rather than relegate it to the dreaded drawer. She couldn't be happier with her decision to grab the publishing industry by the shoulders and force it to pay attention to all she has to offer.

Two more novels have followed: Blood Lust and Tudor Rose, with more to follow soon.
Jamie now lives outside of Atlanta, but the love for travel has never abandoned her. Adventure, exploration, and intrigue permeate her prose to the core.
In those few moments of the day when she's not writing or thinking about writing, she finds knitting a way to relax and unwind. Other interests include photography, equestrianism, reading, and of course traveling.
Jamie hopes her writing will entertain, enlighten, and inspire others to pick up the pen and pursue their own dreams. She loves to be contacted by readers, writers, and history buffs. 

Twitter:  @JamieRSalisbury
FaceBook:   http://www.facebook.com/JamieRSalisburyAuthor
  


Jamie will be giving away a $25 Amazon GC to one randomly drawn commenter during the tour.


12 comments:

Mary Preston said...

I've read about Seattle & seen it on television, but never been there. I love the idea of learning more as I read TIMELESS SOJOURN.


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Shelley Munro said...

I'm sold :)
Actually Seattle is a bit like Auckland where I'm from with the rain and the position to water.

Congrats on your new release.

Natalie said...

Heyyy :)
Wow, Seattle sounds amazing! It doesn't matter if it rains a lot. I'm used to rain :P I'd take a visit there someday...If I have time :P
Hugs

J R Salisbury said...

Good Morning and thanks for having me today Sandra!! I'll be checking in throughout the day.

J R Salisbury said...

Good Morning Marybelle, Shelley and Natalie!!!

If you haven't visited Seattle, you need to put it on your "places to visit" list! The entire area is breathtaking! You have beautiful mountains, the Seattle area and Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands all the way to the Pacific Ocean.

Karen H said...

Well Jamie, if your muse ever leaves you and you find yourself without inspiration, you could get a job as a PR person for the city of Seattle. You sold me, I'm ready to pack my bags! Seriously, I might not want to live there, but I have always wanted to visit....it's on my bucket list.

And I just did it...I bought your book. Don't know if I'll get it read during the tour, but very soon, I promise!

Rita Wray said...

I would love to visit the Native American Museums. Seattle sounds like a wonderful place to visit.
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J R Salisbury said...

Hi Karen -
LOL - I used to be in PR! And as a former Seattlite who's been away except for visits and one six month stint - I love to visit - all that rain - naw.
Thanks for purchasing Timeless Sojourn. Be sure to email me and let me know what you thought. I always love to hear from readers!

J R Salisbury said...

Hi Ingeborg -
Yes, Seattle has some great places to visit like the Native American museums. The Native American culture is ever present in the region (Seattle was named after Chef Seattle).

Anonymous said...

Seattle is one of the handful of places where I feel at home the second I arrive...I haven't been back in ages, but I miss it.

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J R Salisbury said...

Yes - it does give you a homey feeling. Perhaps Anonymous you'll get to go back one day.

Rebecca Hipworth said...

Good luck with your novel. :)

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