Wednesday, November 12, 2014
Finding the Balance by S. E. Smith
Finding the Balance
By S. E. Smith
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| The past and the present collide when Jacob Tucker meets Allie Whitewater when he travels through Spirit Pass. Allie may be used to living between two worlds where she embraces both her Native American and her white heritage, but life is different in the 1870s. When Jacob's life is threatened by the rising conflict of the times, the Spirit Warrior in Allie rises up to fight for the man she loves. Click here find Buy Links http://sesmithfl.com/books/spirt-pass/ |
Finding the balance between writing and family isn't always as easy as it appears. It is far too easy to get sucked into the wonderful worlds we create as an author and forget about the wonderful one that we live in. As the holiday season gets closer, so does the pressure of trying to make sure that balance doesn't tip over and crash down on you.
The holiday season is often a stressful time for anyone. It is also a time to step back and take a deep breath. For me this year, there are a lot of first... This is the first year where I am my own boss. In June of this year, I resigned my position and jumped into writing full time. As any author knows, there is a lot more to writing, then just the story. My husband thought I would quit working 80+ hours a week when I resigned my full time job outside the home. Instead, I have been working at least that much or more. The biggest reason is because it doesn't seem like work. I am really enjoying the challenges of being my own boss and have no regrets.
One of the things I promised, though, when I quit my other job was that I would take care of me. I've been doing that... mostly. LOL. It is still a work in progress. I make sure that the treadmill and I meet once a day for at least twenty minutes. I have also been better a 'disconnecting' from my electronic devices on my date night and meet once a week with the girls from work for lunch. Still, it is easy to stay up late, get up early, and forget to eat regularly.
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As you can tell from my writing, family and friends are extremely important to me. Our house during the holidays if filled with love, laughter, and lots of good food. Some of the hilarious things I write about in my stories are based on getting all the kids together. I love hearing my kids, who are adults now, running around having Silly String fights, shooting Nerf darts at each other, or using the Light Saber Keychains as swords.
This season also brings my second grandchild into the world. My daughter is expecting in December and will need extra help. I plan to be there for her. I love the holidays and the music starts playing the day after Thanksgiving when the Christmas tree goes up. For me, the more, the merrier because that is what life is about... being there.
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Listen to a Sample of the stories
I'm also excited about my second story in the Magic, New Mexico series. Taking on Tory will be released in the Taming the Alpha Box set with some of my favorite authors on December 9, 2014. There is a lot going on and not all creatures that go bump in the night, stay there. I hope you enjoy Tory and Simon's story. For more information, including the first chapter, click on the following link:
So, with all that is going on, you might ask... Where is the balance that you mentioned above? That is a great question. Once I figure it out, I'll let you know. I have to admit I love living in my many worlds, but I love living in my present one even more. The balance is making sure one does not overshadow the other and setting my priorities. That is the easy one. My family and friends will always come first. This way, I will continue to love what I am writing and so will my readers.
If you have ways that you keep balance in your life, I would love to hear about them. I love finding new ideas and strategies that help me lead a happier, healthier life. What you do may help me and others, so don't be afraid to share!
S. E. Smith is a New York Times, USA TODAY and #1
International Amazon Bestselling author who has always been a romantic and
a dreamer. An avid writer, she has spent years writing, although it has usually
been technical papers for college. Now, she spends her days and weekends
writing and her nights dreaming up new stories. An affirmed “geek,” she spends
her days working on computers and other peripherals. She enjoys camping and
traveling when she is not out on a date with her favorite romantic guy.
Readers can learn more about my books and sign up for my newsletter at http://sesmithfl.com to hear about my latest releases or keep in
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Additional Books by S. E. Smith
Paranormal and Science Fiction
short stories and novellas
Science Fiction/Paranormal
Novels
Tink’s Neverland (Cosmo’s Gateway: Book 1)
Hannah’s Warrior (Cosmos’ Gateway: Book 2)
Tansy’s Titan (Cosmos’ Gateway: Book 3)
Cosmos’ Promise (Cosmos’ Gateway: Book 4)
Ha’ven’s Song (Curizan Warrior: Book 1)
Abducting Abby (Dragon Lords of Valdier: Book 1)
Capturing Cara (Dragon Lords of Valdier: Book 2)
Tracking Trisha (Dragon Lords of Valdier: Book 3)
Ambushing Ariel (Dragon Lords of Valdier: Book 4)
Cornering Carmen (Dragon Lords of Valdier: Book 5)
Paul’s Pursuit (Dragon Lords of Valdier: Book 6)
Twin Dragons (Dragon Lords of Valdier: Book 7)
River’s Run (Lords of Kassis: Book 1)
Star’s Storm (Lords of Kassis: Book 2)
Jo’s Journey (Lords of Kassis: Book 3)
Touch
of Frost (Magic, New Mexico
Book 1)
Taking
on Tory (Magic, New Mexico
Book 2)
Choosing Riley (Sarafin Warriors: Book 1)
Hunter’s Claim (The Alliance: Book 1)
Razor’s Traitorous Heart (The Alliance: Book 2)
Gracie’s Touch (Zion Warriors: Book 1)
Krac’s Firebrand (Zion Warriors: Book 2)
Paranormal and Time Travel Novels
Indiana Wild (Spirit Pass: Book 1)
Spirit Warrior (Spirit Pass Book 2)
Lily’s Cowboys (Heaven Sent: Book 1)
Touching Rune (Heaven Sent: Book 2)
Excerpts
of S. E. Smith Books
If you would like to read more S. E. Smith
stories, she recommends Abducting Abby, the first in her Dragon Lords of Valdier
Series or
if you prefer a Paranormal or Time Travel with a twist, you can check out Lily’s Cowboys or Indiana Wild.
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