tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post9205319399861495619..comments2024-02-04T04:40:23.122-08:00Comments on Harlequin Heartwarming: I'm a Little Bit Country by Karen RockPamela Tracyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05834270662017246137noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-2304736053367931922016-03-04T07:35:28.742-08:002016-03-04T07:35:28.742-08:00Thank you, Marion! It was daunting at first, but t...Thank you, Marion! It was daunting at first, but the wonderful help I received made all the difference :)Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-47615542683377092532016-03-04T07:34:40.173-08:002016-03-04T07:34:40.173-08:00Thank you, Marion! It was daunting at first, but t...Thank you, Marion! It was daunting at first, but the wonderful help I received made all the difference :)Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-60363963991258969332016-03-04T06:28:33.288-08:002016-03-04T06:28:33.288-08:00Your story sounds quite exciting. You really get i...Your story sounds quite exciting. You really get immersed into your research, and that’s what makes your books so authentic. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09144857256396400731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-59710113427137674262016-03-03T16:53:01.951-08:002016-03-03T16:53:01.951-08:00That's like a hundred times farther ahead than...That's like a hundred times farther ahead than when I started out, Pam- lol! Plus, you dated a cowboy- you lived the dream... ;)Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-40496888667812951672016-03-03T16:09:39.417-08:002016-03-03T16:09:39.417-08:00Looks great :) I've been to lots of rodeos an...Looks great :) I've been to lots of rodeos and even dated a cowboy but that's not research enough LOL Pamela Tracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05834270662017246137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-74593649229158472442016-03-03T14:39:37.473-08:002016-03-03T14:39:37.473-08:00Nice! Now that's a specific detail... :)Nice! Now that's a specific detail... :)Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-42614895462455526452016-03-03T14:35:58.030-08:002016-03-03T14:35:58.030-08:00So aptly put! That responsibility is why I love th...So aptly put! That responsibility is why I love this writing world. Back to my research on tedders. Ha!Catherine Laniganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09457540593573242387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-63455359905362837322016-03-03T14:12:42.572-08:002016-03-03T14:12:42.572-08:00Haha! No pressure... sure, Catherine... :) Your fr...Haha! No pressure... sure, Catherine... :) Your friend's quote is the best. It's true. If we get something right it's expected and if we're wrong- Sha-Zam- called out for it. But we should have that level of responsibility and desire to get it right to make sure that the reader is a part of that world and never has a moment to question their decision to come along on our journey. Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-5967733159639998002016-03-03T14:09:07.167-08:002016-03-03T14:09:07.167-08:00You said it so perfectly, Muriel :) It's hands...You said it so perfectly, Muriel :) It's hands down one of my very favorite parts of the novel writing process... once it's done. Before that, I'm always thinking, "Why did you think you knew anything about being a female king crab fishing boat captain... or something like that (And that's actually a heroine is an upcoming book... haven't delved into researching that , Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-59264746839022409912016-03-03T13:41:08.343-08:002016-03-03T13:41:08.343-08:00Ok, all y'all. Since I lived in Houston for ov...Ok, all y'all. Since I lived in Houston for over 30 years and was hugely involved with the Houston Livestock and Rodeo Show for decades, I can't wait to read your book, Karen. No pressure! LOL. I also applaud you for researching the way you do. For me, it's the best part and I get "hooked" on something and spend days "playing" with a whole lot of information I windCatherine Laniganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09457540593573242387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-21637553814919446092016-03-03T12:20:11.483-08:002016-03-03T12:20:11.483-08:00Karen - congratulations on what sounds like a trem...Karen - congratulations on what sounds like a tremendous feat! I've always thought one of the best things about writing is all the writer gets to learn in the process - about the subject, about the wonderful and fascinating people working in the field, and about the kindness and generosity of everyone willing to extend themselves to help you get it right. And then you get to share all that Muriel Jhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12065629068634892645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-28720771511546141402016-03-03T11:58:55.270-08:002016-03-03T11:58:55.270-08:00Thank goodness for our awesome friends!! I didn...Thank goodness for our awesome friends!! I didn't use all y'all, but I'm thinking that it encompasses everyone- all... Am I close- lolKaren Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-62348351454889748302016-03-03T11:56:35.799-08:002016-03-03T11:56:35.799-08:00Thanks, Leigh! And that's on my bucket list, t...Thanks, Leigh! And that's on my bucket list, too- we need to plan a trip together :)Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-75389654667890541252016-03-03T11:34:21.227-08:002016-03-03T11:34:21.227-08:00Now I am looking forward to reading this book even...Now I am looking forward to reading this book even more! Since I had a book set in Texas, too, and I have a good friend who lives near Austin and helped me with some of the nuances, here's a test for you: When do you use "y'all" versus "all y'all?!" :-)<br /><br />Congratulations and best wishes with your latest release!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17478912840797103106noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-60931476575737383822016-03-03T09:18:03.958-08:002016-03-03T09:18:03.958-08:00Karen, I can't wait to read your book! Sounds ...Karen, I can't wait to read your book! Sounds fabulous. I would love to go to the PBR finals in Las Vegas some year. That's on the bucket list. Congratulations.Leigh Rikerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09614965296068207696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-40766523539906336302016-03-03T08:09:23.033-08:002016-03-03T08:09:23.033-08:00Thanks, Patricia :) I was very lucky to have found...Thanks, Patricia :) I was very lucky to have found Sheri, Rach and to count Elizabeth as my friend. They each had an area of expertise and together made the book possible.Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-43342126702581166132016-03-03T08:07:54.442-08:002016-03-03T08:07:54.442-08:00That is real deal research, Veronica!! I'm so ...That is real deal research, Veronica!! I'm so glad you mentioned all of the things we learn that end of not using after all... so true. And I agree, just knowing those facts, even if I don't end up using them, helps me to feel more confident in that world. Thanks so much for commenting :)Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-21814921555977022712016-03-03T08:03:36.570-08:002016-03-03T08:03:36.570-08:00Readers usually have no idea how much time goes in...Readers usually have no idea how much time goes into getting the information right! Love that you have so many willing to help. Great post.Patricia Bradleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03382033674042021556noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-58077854646578928942016-03-03T07:40:06.167-08:002016-03-03T07:40:06.167-08:00<3 I love this! I also do a ton of research int...<3 I love this! I also do a ton of research into little details for my books. 95% of the information doesn't make it to the final pages, but just knowing all of the background details adds so much depth to the story, making everything feel more "real." <3Veronica Bartleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04452926814324819692noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-83341706833295060472016-03-03T07:35:36.512-08:002016-03-03T07:35:36.512-08:00LOL- my house is so not spotless, Jill! Maybe I sh...LOL- my house is so not spotless, Jill! Maybe I should apply that research ethic to vacuuming a little more ;) Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-69844508114686394442016-03-03T07:34:39.416-08:002016-03-03T07:34:39.416-08:00Thanks, Beth! The Houston Livestock Show is amazin...Thanks, Beth! The Houston Livestock Show is amazing. Some of the biggest names in country music perform there every year, plus they have rides, attractions, food... not to mention the amazing cattle to look at and watch as they compete. I'm dying to go to it after researching this!Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-28854870251176422792016-03-03T07:33:26.397-08:002016-03-03T07:33:26.397-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-74354736521006639372016-03-03T07:31:57.044-08:002016-03-03T07:31:57.044-08:00And I'll bet your house is spotless, Karen. :)...And I'll bet your house is spotless, Karen. :) Way to ROCK the meticulous research! I can't wait to read it.Jill Weatherholthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12935341991222337363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-11390423824248225312016-03-03T07:31:40.946-08:002016-03-03T07:31:40.946-08:00You're the best! Tanner and Claire's story...You're the best! Tanner and Claire's story couldn't have happened without you. Thanks for being such an amazing friend who is willing to beta read the a draft so rough it probably nearly blinded you- haha- and trade "Bless your heart" jokes with me to make me laugh whenever I got stuck <3Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2442063056672240555.post-24202744599539543092016-03-03T07:30:12.635-08:002016-03-03T07:30:12.635-08:00Thank you, Liz! I'm so glad for this to come o...Thank you, Liz! I'm so glad for this to come out at last :)Karen Rockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03621736343432643472noreply@blogger.com