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11/18/19
Third week in a row that The Romance Reviews has my novel "Exception to the Rule" on their "5 Star" TOP PICKS. Check out my reviews on Amazon.
Third week in a row that The Romance Reviews has my novel "Exception to the Rule" on their "5 Star" TOP PICKS. Check out my reviews on Amazon.
11/6/19
Was thrilled to see that The Romance Reviews has had my novel, "Exception to the Rule" on their TOP PICKS for the last two weeks :)
Was thrilled to see that The Romance Reviews has had my novel, "Exception to the Rule" on their TOP PICKS for the last two weeks :)
11/7/19
I attempted to post on this website the other night and there was a glitch on the website system and many of my post from 2017-2019 were deleted. Was disappointed that this occurred but technology has its glitches.
9/5/19 Looking for a fun read this fall? My novel "Exception to the Rule" got a 5 star review yesterday on the website TheRomanceReviews http://bit.ly/2ztqR18
I attempted to post on this website the other night and there was a glitch on the website system and many of my post from 2017-2019 were deleted. Was disappointed that this occurred but technology has its glitches.
9/5/19 Looking for a fun read this fall? My novel "Exception to the Rule" got a 5 star review yesterday on the website TheRomanceReviews http://bit.ly/2ztqR18
10/16/17
So enjoyed being the writer invited to the Author's Spotlight at the 1872 Café tonight. It is such an empowering feeling being at the site where Susan B. Anthony first illegally voted.
So enjoyed being the writer invited to the Author's Spotlight at the 1872 Café tonight. It is such an empowering feeling being at the site where Susan B. Anthony first illegally voted.
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6/11/17
Just arrived home from a successful book signing at Simply N.Y. Marketplace Book Store in Rochester, N.Y. I love any time I can chat with potential readers about my novels. |
I was invited to be interviewed by a blogger Douglas Geller. It was posted on 5/12/17. To read the interview click button. |
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5/13/17
To celebrate Mother's Day I am giving away my ebook for FREE from today till May 15th. Click on this link to claim your novel amzn.to/2ojI4lS 5/6/17 Had fun at my book signing event at the Lift Bridge Book Store in Brockport, N.Y. It was so enjoyable discussing my characters with potential readers and helping them decide which book to purchase. 4/29/17 Enjoyed my book signing at the University of Rochester's Barnes and Noble bookstore. 4/1/17 Had a successful book signing today at Barnes and Noble, Pittsford, N.Y. 3/27/2017 My next book signing event is this Saturday at Barnes and Noble, Pittsford N.Y 
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3/26/17
Successful book signing at Simply NY in Rochester this afternoon. Ejoyed meeting new readers and fans today. Loved the last sentence that the shop added to my price list sign - Reading a good book...PRICELESS!
Successful book signing at Simply NY in Rochester this afternoon. Ejoyed meeting new readers and fans today. Loved the last sentence that the shop added to my price list sign - Reading a good book...PRICELESS!
3/20/17
Just recently received a 5 star review from an award winning book blogger. Here is her review of my novel, Some Other Time, which can be purchased at amzn.to/2guGU6u
Here is her review:
STORY-LINE SOME OTHER TIME BY CHARLOTTE SYMONDS:
In Some Other Time by Charlotte Symonds, the reader meets 3 ordinary people. People, who through a common event, find their lives changed forever. Madison single mother, left as an empty nester when her daughter goes to college, receives a letter when opened will tear her world apart. Asher, newly divorced, has decided to change his life and find fulfillment and love which have been missing from life for years. Will his plan come to fruition? Bryant has life by the tail; a beautiful lover he loves, he's loved in return, a best friend who's also his partner, and a successful career. Then fate turns the tables on him and changes his wonderful life.
What do all 3 have in common and how does it relate? As each tell their story, secrets and events are revealed. Grab a seat and a beverage, my contemporary fiction novel review of Some Other Time follows.
CHARACTERS, PLOTTING, DEVELOPMENT:
First, let me say, if you have not read Charlotte Symonds books, you are missing a tremendous treat. Each one's filled with drama and deep human emotion. Some Other Time's no different! Grab the tissue box as you begin this wonderfully crafted contemporary fiction. Few authors grab me and almost wrench my heart from my chest, as Ms. Symonds does; with a box of tissues and a pot of tea, I always read her books straight through.
That said, I must say, what a heart breaking emotional story-lines revealed as each character tells their story; this is an intense character driven story. I did not start to cry until almost half way through the book. At that point I couldn't hold my tears or feelings in check any more. All I could think was how strange life really is, it goes round and round in an endless circle; meeting, loving, and parting. Symonds wove the threads of this story tightly together to form a solid heart tugging story-line.
With twists and turns, the reader's kept on their toes as they followed Madison, Asher, and Bryant, You read of a life altering event and it's impacts on each of them. I actually said, What! at one point. Then I went back and re-read to make sure I had read what I thought I had. Emotions run at fever pitch in this story as we follow of the lives of these three. Although filled with secrets and guilt, this story's also about redemption and forgiveness for self and others. Life has a way of turning on a dime and righting its self. Symonds writing is clear and concise with a smooth pace and well-developed characters. I found myself relating to each of them as their story's told; revelations, secrets, guilt, and relationships revealed.
Finally, in concluding my review of Some Other Time, as I closed my e Reader on this book, I found myself reflecting on life, decisions made, and the results which can last a lifetime. Yet unknown forces in their infinite wisdom can give that same life another chance in another way or some other time. Symonds produced a thought-provoking story-line, well-written with well-developed characters and romance. Furthermore, Symonds has no need of sex in her books as her story-telling and writing skill alone carry the stories and Some Other Time's no exception. I would not hesitate to buy the book for my self or a friend.
SOME OTHER TIME RECOMMENDATION: STARS 5
In addition, when I started reviewing books, I gave a lot of 5 star reviews; each well-earned. Over time, I realized I was doing an injustice to the books which were exceptional in writing, premise, pace, structure, and characters. I am now more discriminating and give only 4 or fewer stars unless a book's exceptional. Some Other Time received 5 well-deserved stars. Do I feel it is exceptional in writing, premise, pace, structure, and characters? Without a doubt the answer is a resounding yes.
FINALLY, PLEASE NOTE:
Additionally, I purchased this book with a gift certificate and I voluntarily chose to review the book with honest reviews for contemporary romance fiction novel. Hence, book reviews of any novel are dependent on the book review author’s opinion. Consequently all book reviews on-line and on my blog, are my opinions. Furthermore, no one influenced my voluntary reviews for contemporary romance fiction novel.
WWW.VERASBOOKREVIEWSANDSTUFF.COM
Just recently received a 5 star review from an award winning book blogger. Here is her review of my novel, Some Other Time, which can be purchased at amzn.to/2guGU6u
Here is her review:
STORY-LINE SOME OTHER TIME BY CHARLOTTE SYMONDS:
In Some Other Time by Charlotte Symonds, the reader meets 3 ordinary people. People, who through a common event, find their lives changed forever. Madison single mother, left as an empty nester when her daughter goes to college, receives a letter when opened will tear her world apart. Asher, newly divorced, has decided to change his life and find fulfillment and love which have been missing from life for years. Will his plan come to fruition? Bryant has life by the tail; a beautiful lover he loves, he's loved in return, a best friend who's also his partner, and a successful career. Then fate turns the tables on him and changes his wonderful life.
What do all 3 have in common and how does it relate? As each tell their story, secrets and events are revealed. Grab a seat and a beverage, my contemporary fiction novel review of Some Other Time follows.
CHARACTERS, PLOTTING, DEVELOPMENT:
First, let me say, if you have not read Charlotte Symonds books, you are missing a tremendous treat. Each one's filled with drama and deep human emotion. Some Other Time's no different! Grab the tissue box as you begin this wonderfully crafted contemporary fiction. Few authors grab me and almost wrench my heart from my chest, as Ms. Symonds does; with a box of tissues and a pot of tea, I always read her books straight through.
That said, I must say, what a heart breaking emotional story-lines revealed as each character tells their story; this is an intense character driven story. I did not start to cry until almost half way through the book. At that point I couldn't hold my tears or feelings in check any more. All I could think was how strange life really is, it goes round and round in an endless circle; meeting, loving, and parting. Symonds wove the threads of this story tightly together to form a solid heart tugging story-line.
With twists and turns, the reader's kept on their toes as they followed Madison, Asher, and Bryant, You read of a life altering event and it's impacts on each of them. I actually said, What! at one point. Then I went back and re-read to make sure I had read what I thought I had. Emotions run at fever pitch in this story as we follow of the lives of these three. Although filled with secrets and guilt, this story's also about redemption and forgiveness for self and others. Life has a way of turning on a dime and righting its self. Symonds writing is clear and concise with a smooth pace and well-developed characters. I found myself relating to each of them as their story's told; revelations, secrets, guilt, and relationships revealed.
Finally, in concluding my review of Some Other Time, as I closed my e Reader on this book, I found myself reflecting on life, decisions made, and the results which can last a lifetime. Yet unknown forces in their infinite wisdom can give that same life another chance in another way or some other time. Symonds produced a thought-provoking story-line, well-written with well-developed characters and romance. Furthermore, Symonds has no need of sex in her books as her story-telling and writing skill alone carry the stories and Some Other Time's no exception. I would not hesitate to buy the book for my self or a friend.
SOME OTHER TIME RECOMMENDATION: STARS 5
In addition, when I started reviewing books, I gave a lot of 5 star reviews; each well-earned. Over time, I realized I was doing an injustice to the books which were exceptional in writing, premise, pace, structure, and characters. I am now more discriminating and give only 4 or fewer stars unless a book's exceptional. Some Other Time received 5 well-deserved stars. Do I feel it is exceptional in writing, premise, pace, structure, and characters? Without a doubt the answer is a resounding yes.
FINALLY, PLEASE NOTE:
Additionally, I purchased this book with a gift certificate and I voluntarily chose to review the book with honest reviews for contemporary romance fiction novel. Hence, book reviews of any novel are dependent on the book review author’s opinion. Consequently all book reviews on-line and on my blog, are my opinions. Furthermore, no one influenced my voluntary reviews for contemporary romance fiction novel.
WWW.VERASBOOKREVIEWSANDSTUFF.COM
3/16/17 Book signing event on March 26th at Simply New York Marketplace 4363 Culver Rd. Irondequoit N.Y. 1-3 PM
3/13/17
Am proud to announce that all five of my novels can now be purchased at the Lift Bridge Book Shop 45 Main Street, Brockport, NY 14420 http://www.liftbridgebooks.com/
Am proud to announce that all five of my novels can now be purchased at the Lift Bridge Book Shop 45 Main Street, Brockport, NY 14420 http://www.liftbridgebooks.com/
2/6/17
Starting tomorrow, enter to win a copy of my novel, "Exception to the Rule", from March 7-15 on the website The Romance Reviews.Three lucky winners will get an ebook copy for their enjoyment.
Starting tomorrow, enter to win a copy of my novel, "Exception to the Rule", from March 7-15 on the website The Romance Reviews.Three lucky winners will get an ebook copy for their enjoyment.
2/11/17
What better way to say Happy Valentine's Day to readers than to give away my novel "Exception to the Rule". The ebook will be available at midnight, starting tonight, for five days for FREE! Enjoy the read. amzn.to/1MbvJJW
What better way to say Happy Valentine's Day to readers than to give away my novel "Exception to the Rule". The ebook will be available at midnight, starting tonight, for five days for FREE! Enjoy the read. amzn.to/1MbvJJW
5/1/16
An article about me is in the "55 PLUS" magazine in their May/June issue. Here is a copy of the piece.
An article about me is in the "55 PLUS" magazine in their May/June issue. Here is a copy of the piece.
5/2/16
I was a guest blogger on The Coffee Time Romance. It was fun spending the morning blogging about my novels.
I was a guest blogger on The Coffee Time Romance. It was fun spending the morning blogging about my novels.
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4/5/16
My first ad for Exception to the Rule on The Romance Reviews website. So excited that this book has finally been released! It's a great beach read! 3/9/2016 Had a wonderful time on the Brother Wease Morning Show in Rochester, N.Y. on 95.1 FM radio station. A great way to start my day with a discussion of my novel, SEX for FUN. Went to a garage sale with a friend and noticed my novel, What The Heart Can Hold, in a pile of books. Guess I have made it, lol. In good company as my book is next to a Danielle Steel novel. Enter today, 2/29, for a chance to win a free copy of my newest novel, SEX for FUN at The Romance Reviews website 11/8/15 My newest novel, SEX for FUN, is featured in this month's Rochester Woman magazine. 11/2/15 SEX for FUN is now available in paperback! 8/4/15 Featured author on The Romance Reviews website. Two ebooks of my newest novel, SEX for FUN, will be given away in a contest August 10-15th at The Romance Reviews website. Enter, for your chance to win a copy of this sexy, fun novel. 5/9/15 Participated in the Irondequoit, N.Y. Fun Fest last Saturday. It was nice meeting people and promoting my books. 100% of the sales of my books that day went to help the cause, benefiting the local library. 2/13/15 Successful book signing last Tuesday at the University of Rochester's Barnes and Noble. It was nice to see so many people come out and brave the cold that evening. 2/4/15
My novel What The Heart Can Hold is featured in the February issue of Rochester Woman Magazine in a beautiful two page spread. Pages 32-33 http://www.rochesterwomanmag.com/rwm/ 12/14 December Issue of Rochester Woman Magazine recommends my novel, Until One Day, to give as a Christmas gift. http://issuu.com/rochesterwomanmag/docs/rwm_dec2014issue Was the main speaker at a meeting of the Rochester Italian Women's Civic Club 10/14/14. Irondequoit Post 9/18/14 Author Event Barnes & Noble Greece celebrates its local author event! Meet our local authors and explore their work from a variety of genres. Signed copies available for purchase. Saturday September 06, 2014 1:00 PM Greece Mall at Greece Ridge Center, 330 Greece Ridge Center Drive, Rochester, NY 14626, 585-227-402 
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Watch my interview with Norma Holland on Fox Rochester's Good Day Rochester Show which aired on August 25,2014 Read the excerpt from my novel, Until One Day, in the April 2014 issue of Rochester Woman Magazine. |
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Rochester's Democrat and Chronicle 2/2/14 |
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