Happy New Year! I’ve been on a self-imposed hiatus. It’s been weeks since I last wrote anything of substance. I’ve also been fairly quiet on social media, lurking more than participating. I was missed by some and I appreciate those who actually reached out to inquire if I was well. It’s nice to know I was missed. The holidays were difficult this year. I was going through some things. I am still struggling to find balance and regain a sense of normalcy. But it’s a new year and my head and heart are in a new place. I've got high hopes for 2015 because going through some things showed me what I am capable of withstanding. It spoke to my strength and resilience and reminded me that there can be no testimony without a test. But I’m back and I've got work to do. There’s a deadline looming and I’m only 1000 words in to the book. Then there’s the marketing for my next series. The first book, Playing with Fire , will come out in February, and of course, Romance Slam Jam is