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News and Thoughts From Kelly K. LavenderResponding to the Critics – Plenty Part 2
First, “…I really didn’t care for the characters, they are very stereotypical–either very very evil…” I disagree. Gordon, Grant’s powerful father, supports environmental causes and advocates for the town park. He has compassion for terminally-ill children…
Plenty – Responding to the Critics Part 1
DLT – Dark Interesting Book
“I had to think about this one for a few days before writing this review. The blurb references Fifty Shades but that just doesn’t resonate for me. This is dark, very dark and more of a thriller than an erotic novel for me. The characters are not as fully fleshed as I would have liked and seemed almost one dimensionally good or evil. I did like that Camille showed good personal growth becoming the woman she is meant to be and that she helps clean up the town. I do want to go back and read the first in the series. Due to dark events that are possible triggers I recommend this only for the mature reader of darker novels.
Beautiful Evil Winter – One of Two Books that Celebrate Women
Writing books that celebrate, inspire and help women – a motivator. Writing books that entertain both men and women – a wonderful added bonus. So grateful that Beautiful Evil Winter and Plenty have showcased my efforts with award-winning results. I’ve advertised both with the phrase: Engineered for generations of women who rescue themselves and the proud grateful unburdened parents and partners who love them.
Responding to the Critics – Part 3 – Dark Thriller Beautiful Evil Winter
Platypire Reviews – Review date 2015
I appreciate this review because it’s balanced. As my husband says, “People usually post reviews if they’re furious or exuberant.” This reader mentions why she liked it but didn’t love it.
Responding to the Critics – Beautiful Evil Winter Part 2
Worse Book I’ve Ever Read posted in 2015
This unhappy reader repeatedly mentioned the editing in the original version, the reactions of the characters and the plot-line. It’s worth examining each of her concerns.
Responding to the Critics Part 1 – Beautiful Evil Winter
1) Story Let Down By the Writing:
“…As said, great story line but the writing was not good and the reactions of the characters after their traumatic experiences were unbelievable. I was also a bit confused as to who was speaking at times as the punctuation was odd.”
Dream Big and Bigger
Dream big dreams – a philosophy that has worked well for a number of successful people including: Meghan Markle, Brad Pitt, Oprah Winfrey and Clint Eastwood.
Simple Stress Buster Strategies
As pandemic-checkered lives become larger not smaller, the following article has relevance for simple stress management: https://www.wsj.com/articles/a-workout-for-your-mental-health-11610917200.
Blizzard Hostage 2021
Blizzard Hostage 2021
I’ve experienced a bone-chilling blizzard before while in Tahoe riding a snowmobile with a tourist group. Luckily, I followed in the second position behind the tour guide. As we drove by the house where Misery was filmed. I gratefully smiled…
Shop Aggressively and Ruthlessly – Black Friday or Not
My parents have always emphasized the importance of doing homework. As an adult, this advice resonates more powerfully than ever. Doing homework, aka Due Diligence, has become more critical especially during these stormy times. Due Diligence goes beyond dated yelp...
In Case You’re Searching…
For a variety of reasons, I wear a mask. Local businesses – the grocery store, the pharmacy and the UPS store – won’t allow shoppers inside without a mask.
Minimizing the Shadow of Gloom & Doom News
Many are experiencing a roller coaster ride of emotions – lots of Ughs to a few Hoorays! I recommend elevating a day by:
Can An Hour Alter a Non-Social Day or Week or Month? Yes.
Can An Hour Alter a Non-Social Day or Week or Month? Yes.
It’s difficult not to watch the news. Not wanting to look versus being compelled to look. Like witnessing a global crime scene unfold day after day, week after week, month after month. Depending on your age, you may be able to watch now and again. A sophomore in high school or college may well watch less often than a 30 or 40 year old supporting a family.
Persevering Through The Pandemic
While constantly at home dealing with nightmarish news about the global death toll and unemployment figures in the United States and elsewhere, it’s easy to lose the opportunity to be joyful even for an hour a day.
Recent 5* Reviews – WOW! Thanks!! Overjoyed!!
So immensely grateful that these happy readers recently posted the following reviews: "...It took the readers breath away due to the truth of the story, and humans being treated as fodder for violence and money. We are so used to freedom that the reader kept behind...
Beautiful Evil Winter’s Added Level of Luster
As of December 2018, overjoyed to announce that David Aretha of Yellow Bird Editors has completed a rigorous professional copy edit of this title. David Aretha, an editor and award-winning author, has written 90 books and edited more than 200 books for 30 plus...
Timely Truth Wisdom and Inspiration
"Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it possibly, without claiming it, she stands up for all women."- Maya Angelou #DayOfTheGirl #InternationalDayoftheGirl
Why Plenty?
Not for those seeking a virgin for a sadist love story with a "happy" ending. Of all my accomplishments, Plenty ranks near the top of the list. Why? In 2015, I wrote Award-Winning Plenty fueled by Fifty Shades fury and Hunger Games awe. Plenty of punch back, not push...