I really am starting a blog of my own. No fooling. Starting today, the day before April Fool’s Day, Diane’s Blog begins. I’ll be blogging here every Wednesday and Friday in April and giving away a prize each of those days.
On Mondays, I’ll still be at Risky Regencies, where we–mostly–try to stick to Regency relevant topics: writing, reading, or researching about the Regency. For Diane’s blog, though, I thought I might branch out a little, relax, stretch my legs and maybe my wings, too. Have even more fun!
Pleasurably Undone, Harlequin Historical’s first print Undone anthology, has its official release date tomorrow, although it should already be on the bookstore shelves. Before this, Harlequin Historical Undones, a line of sexy short stories, were only available as eStories to be read on your computer or eBook Reader.
The Unlacing of Miss Leigh, my best-selling Undone, is a part of this debut anthology. What could be more perfectly sygernistic than to coincide the launch of my new blog with the launch of the new Undone venture?
The other authors of Pleasurably Undone have each generously offered one of their backlist books as a prize. Read more about them on Fridays.
My theme for the month is “Undone.” In all my posts I’ll make some reference to “Undone.” I’m not sure how I’m going to do it or what tie-ins I’ll find, but every blog day will have something “Undone” in it!
I’m open for suggestions. Use your imagination. What can you think of that relates to “Undone?”
(Mind blank? Comment anyway for a chance to win a signed copy of The Diamonds of Welbourne Manor) which, besides my Justine and the Noble Viscount, features novellas written by Amanda McCabe and Deb Marlowe that are both finals for RWA’s prestigious RITA award.
Welcome to the blogosphere.
Cate! How nice of you to be my first official commenter (yesterday’s excepted)
I like your banner. Hope you enjoy the blog universe.
Steamy Darcy
Thanks for stopping by, Enid!
Well, I knit and sew, so ‘undone’ usually means I’ve had to pick out stitches because I got something wrong. But that’s completely un-sensual and probably not what yuou were looking for!
Ohhhhh, SEWING! Of course. Undoing a seam or a dart or something. I like that idea!!!
Hey Diane–congrats on the launch of the new blog!
Everyone, Michelle will be my guest Friday!
Wooo Hooo! Gorgeous site, Diane. I’ve added it to our faves.
Back at you, Kristine. Everyone, if you love Georgian/Regency/Victorian England, go to Kristine and Vicky Hinshaw’s new blog, Number One London
Hi Diane,
Congrats on your new blog!!! This is very exciting.
I like to write poetry and often struggle to get a “right” ending. It often feels like it’s undone. Something is missing. I’ll just leave it (for a while) and hope that it’ll come to me later. Sometimes it does and having waited gives me a new outlook on it.
Can’t really think of other things related to undone so I’ll leave this and maybe come back later….
Best, Kirsten
That’s a great writing reference to Undone, Kirsten!
Lovely site Diane! And I really do need to grab a copy of the “Diamonds” anthology. All those great authors in one fell swoop. Must have.
Undone…hmm…for me, it reminds me of my propensity for multi-tasking. I move around and start little tasks before finishing other ones. Hubby, who doesn’t operate that way, likes to jump in and finish up things I’ve left Undone assuming that I’ve just wandered off.
Jeannie, I wish my husband would do that!!!
Jeannie, we’re all waiting eagerly for your debut Harlequin Historical, Butterfly Swords!!!!
Congratulations on your new blog, Diane! Already it feels like a very inviting space. Your “Undone”s are kind of rehabilitating the word for me, so it that instead of accusing me, the word is inviting me
Cheers!
Emily
Eek! I never thought of the Undone word any other way than the way suggested by Harlequin Historical Undone!
The blog looks beautiful, Diane. I’m certain it will be a favorite spot of mine.
Remember the game show $20,000 Pyramid? I think that’s the one. “Things that Are Undone:”
–clasps
–chores
–buttons
–plans
–taxes
Hmmm, that’s all I’ve got.
Congrats on the release of Pleasurably Undone! I can’t wait to read it.
great idea!….except undone taxes??? scary
This is so terrific! I’m really touched to see so many comments. I thought I’d have to twist friends’ arms. Turns out, some of you came anyway! And new friends as well.
Wonderful blog, Diane, to go right along with your wonderful, wonderful writing! And congratulations on your newest release.
Think Spring,
Warmest,
Cindy Nord
Thanks, Cindy!!
Hi, Diane! How nice to visit you at your own blog : )
Here’s a fabulous song from the great, classic rock group “The Guess Who”. It was written by Randy Bachman. The lead singer for group was Burton Cummings. Quite a hunk, and oh, my…what a voice!
“SHE’S COME UNDONE”
She’s come undone
She didn’t know what she was headed for
And when I found what she was headed for
It was too late
She’s come undone
She found a mountain that was far too high
And when she found out she couldn’t fly
It was too late
It’s too late
She’s gone too far
She’s lost the sun
She’s come undone
She wanted truth but all she got was lies
Came the time to realize
And it was too late
She’s come undone
She didn’t know what she was headed for
And when I found what she was headed for
Mama, it was too late
It’s too late
She’s gone too far
She’s lost the sun
She’s come undone
Too many mountains, and not enough stairs to climb
Too many churches and not enough truth
Too many people and not enough eyes to see
Too many lives to lead and not enough time
It’s too late
She’s gone too far
She’s lost the sun
She’s come undone
Great idea, Virginia C! I’ll have to look up the song. I have an idea it will be familiar to me.
Diane, I love the look and “feel” of your blog. I can’t wait to hear your thoughts and share in your knowledge and friendship with so many other authors and book lovers.
As for “undone”…how about how, though we may have the best of intentions, we manage to leave something important or something on our “I’ve-just-got-to-do-this” list undone. Why, or what will motivate us to “just do it”! Anyway, only a suggestion.
Pris! My fellow Wet Noodle Posse Noodler!
You’ve given me a great idea!
Congratulations O Divine One !! The blog is really hopping already! I knew it would be.
I think my favorite use of the word “Undone” is when a hero is completely “undone” by something a heroine does. Those unexpected, underestimated actions by another person that completely undo all of our preconceived notions about someone make for some great insight.
I love it when a hero is “undone” by a heroine, too!!! Good idea, Louisa!
Well Diane, you’ve gotten further than I have. I believe the Fourmiddables will start blogging next week.
As far as Undone goes…I think about that book “She’s Come Undone”. It reminds me of me sometimes where I’m so busy planning events and trying to please all my bosses at work that I’m literally unraveling because things are so hectic and crazy. So I’ve come undone because the pieces of my life just aren’t fitting together. Luckily I have my alter ego to forget about it all for a while.
I can’t wait to see what the Formiddables talk about, Jane Austen!
Congrats on the new blog, Diane!
There are some very good suggestions for “undone” here. It’s the end of the day and, being a teacher, my thoughts are drained (Brain Drain). Sorry, I can’t think of anything.
Best wishes on your blogging experience.
So the kids got your whole brain, eh, Deb?
Undone… undone…
sorry, nothing that’s not obvious and/or has been mentioned before!
But all the same, wanted to stop by and congratulate you on the new digs, Ms Gaston!
azteclady! Thank you so much for stopping by!
The last line always leaves me UNDONE.
Congrats, Diane!
Good one, Judy!!!!
looks like we had a lot to say about being “undone” !! Great start to a great blog! I am really looking forward to stopping by! Going to thaw out now. Spent half the day in a freezer counting cupcakes!
Counting cupcakes wouldn’t be too bad if you didn’t have to do it in a FREEZER. I hate being cold.
This book got such great reviews and I believe a RITA nomination or two for the novellas. All the reviews for it have been wonderful. Enter me please.
As far as your “undone” theme I keep having the song “She’s Come Undone” by the Guess Who running through my head.
Actually if you read the lyrics, you might get some ideas.
Hi, librarypat!
The novellas that got the RITA noms are Deb Marlowe and Amanda McCabe’s in The Diamonds of Welbourne Manor, the PRIZE for today!
I had to find and listen to She’s Come Undone and then I remembered it.
Everyone’s had great suggestions. Congrats on your new blog! It will really compliment your beautiful website.
Gillian! so nice of you to come!
I love the idea! I am undone when I can’t write for a long period of time, due to all sorts of interruptions, even playing too much spider solitaire. Or wiritng a blog!!!!
cheers,Vicky
Hi, Vicky!!!!
You are describing my normal state of being.
Everyone, Vicky is the other half of the new Georgian/Regency/Victorian blog, Number One London
Enjoyed reading the new blog. It looks like it will be informative and fun.
Congrats on your blog! Just dropped by to say Hello!
Hello back, Colleen!
Great graphics with your new blog site.
“she was undone by all the attention”
I certainly am!
Congratulations on the new blog. I love it and your website. It feels like the main thing that is coming undone in my memory – the only thing I can remember is the books I’ve read…lol
I never thought of Undone as “unfinished;” more like “unfastened”
Hooray!! You’re off and running, wishing all the best!!
I’m looking forward to reading your thoughts of everday news and events in your exciting life!
Besides writing your fabulous books I have this funny feeling you have your fair share of secrets up your sleeve that you will amuse us with!
Congratulations on your new blog Ms. Diane!!
You mean I’ll have to reveal myself as an undercover spy????? Yipes
Hi Diane,
First Congratulations on your very own blog. I love it already. Don’t enter me in the drawing because I won The Diamonds of Welbourne Manor from Risky Regencies and loved every page.
As fr “undone” that’s what happens whenever I see a cover with a beautiful Scottish Highlander.
Carol L.
Lucky4750@aol.com
It is so easy to see why Amanda and Deb are RITA finalists, isn’t it?
Magic is the first word that came to my mind when I thought of undone.
Magic! I can see that.
Hi Diane
Wonderful adventure! Congratulations on brancing out.
I looked for a place where I could subscribe to your blog, but couldn’t find it (have I missed something?)
cheers
Elizabeth
Hi, Elizabeth!!!
I have to check on that. I’m new to Word Press…
Whoops, can’t even type properly – make that “branching” out.
Congrats on the new blog!
Thanks, Grace!
Nice digs you have here, Diane. I think it’s very exciting to be making your mark in the blogshere. I’ll pop by as often as I can.
Good luck!
Santa!!! How nice of you to stop by. I hope you can visit often.
Happy Easter to everyone
To you, too, Julie