Robyn_Wren

Where has the time gone?

2008-10-28T18:50:00.007-06:00

Ok my dear friends. I know it's been a long time since i've posted here but life has been anything but mundane. As things stand I currently have four novels out:

Shadow of the Wolf (book 1)

A woman of nature, Saleene has answered only to herself. Born with the gift of magick, she is endeavored by the council to seek out the source of the evil that has spread across the lands. Dartian is a warrior without equal, his sword and his strength of will legendary throughout the lands. He is asked to lead a group of men on a quest to rid the world of the darkness that is spreading through their world, a task he takes on no questions asked. Full of strength, he hides within a secret that only a few outside of his clan know of, the ability to change into the great wolf. Never in his life has he been questioned as he leads, always followed by those in his charge, that is, till he meets Saleene and her eyes speak defiance. Together they find themselves immersed in a battle to save the world. Danger thrown at them around ever corner, they find their bound growing with every breath. As the evil increases so does the desire that burns deep within. Saleene begins to wonder if she will indeed lose her soul to the enemy they pursue or the man who stands strong beside her.

Kiss of the Wolf (book 2)

Fiery and strong, Kara had always walked alone. Gifted with magick, she was a born healer, sent out by her people as her older sister had been to check on the village across the Baylo Sea, a burden she�d gladly accepted. Zachius a warrior of his people and friend to Dartian, has always wandered the lands alone. He is a loner who answers to no one; pride and strength run hard through his veins. His gift, like Dartian, is that of a shape-shifter. He is asked by Dartian and Saleene to find Kara, to keep her safe from the minions of Jacobe as they fear she is in danger as she may bear the same birthmark as Saleene. Reluctantly he agrees till he hears Saleene's description of her sister and the dreams of the woman who has haunted his nights come flooding back to him. Can he save her before it's too late? Or will he be the one needing to be saved

Scottish Whispers and

Jena Jenkins had lived an ordinary life. She'd learned the hard way nothing came easy. Nearly losing her life at a young age she'd settled for safe and cautious Ted and a life without love. That was till she came home to find him dead one night. Could her life get any worse? She didn't think till finally one year she decided to take a needed vacation and bumped into the most arrogant man alive. Erick MacClyne had never met someone he couldn't beat or a woman who he couldn't bed, that was till he bumped into Jena. The moment he laid eyes on her his Scottish blood had begun to boil. Belief in his abilities he was baffled when she balked at his advances, her annoyance for his presence a complete mystery. A twist of fate intervenes pushing the two together forcing them to find a way to bridge their differences and showing them that love can blossom in the most unusual places.

Destiny's Light [Song of the Muses].

For as far back as she could remember they'd always been sent to inspire humans throughout the ages, that was, until man lost their faith. Euterpe had longed to return, to provide her gifts to another human once more. Just when she swore it would never happen she's summoned by Zeus. Her chance to finally go back had come and she couldn't be happier. If she'd known what would happen next she might have had second thoughts.

Sent down to the mortal world Euterpe lands in a lush forest only to find her memory stripped away and left to wander in confusion in a place that made no sense. Perhaps the lights coming towards her would provide the answers she seeks. Ceris had always been a loner, never one to surround himself with others. Music his only source of company, he wanders out into the night his mind full of chaotic thoughts. He could feel the words hidden deep inside but no matter what he did he could not unlock them from his soul. Frustrated he finds his feet taking him to the deserted roadway only to find the figure of a woman standing still on the black pavement, a pair of headlights heading straight for her. By saving her could he save himself? Together they search to find her past while attempting to unlock the music they both know he holds inside. Hounded by the shadows of Hades, will Ceris be able to save Euterpe from the pursuits of the Dark God or will he lose his soul as he fights for her past? As the bond between them grows from a spark to a white hot flame, will their newfound love be enough to save them both from the darkness and bring them into Destiny's Light.

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Currently looking at finishing Raven's Cry (book 3) in my series and I am proud to say my dragon novel Dragon's Legacy: The Beginning has been contracted. Crimson Dreams (book 1 in a new series) is also being shopped around.

Now for the fun stuff. I have revamped my website with a new look. I'm also looking at finishing up a few more projects as well as working on a new series in the Young Adult Fantasy realm. All of this will be loads of fun with many more adventures.

With that said, I hope to keep more updated with this site and as always please feel free to reach out and ask anything that you might have questions about.

Happy New Year!!!!!

2008-01-02T07:00:00.000-06:00

Yes... hard to believe but we are finally in 2008. Such a crazy year 2007 was but it was one that I will never forget.

But this year bodes to be a very active one and one that I hope will bring many new projects and changes. Between the new Greek Muse story Destiny's Light that is being done for Wild Rose Press to the next in the Wolf/Raven series to working toward obtaining an agent, 2008 will prove to be a very full year and one that I know will bring forth many exciting events.

I do hope everyone out there has had a wonderful holiday and even better New Year. I wish nothing but the best to my family, friends and all those who work towards achieving their dreams.

Have a great year everyone and reach for those dreams!

Where is winter???

2007-12-06T14:28:00.000-06:00

Hard to believe Christmas is nearly here when the days in my neck of the woods are still sitting at around 70ish degrees per day. Don't get me wrong, I love the temps that I've been having here. Still, I do miss having snow when the holidays arrive. I grew up in the midwest and we had every single season equally. Now since living in Texas I've not seen snow in longer than I can remember.

I still recall the days when I was a child around the holidays and as a family we would put the tree up and decorate our house. It was magical beyond words. The greens and reds that would glitter from the tree limbs and on the steps that descended into my basement. One of my fondest memories was that of the large train my father would erect outside my brother and I's bedroom windows. It would have Santa in it and a smaller tree on one of the platforms. He would then position 2 lights facing the train, one green one red, which would illuminate it at night. I used to fall asleep so well during those times, the lights twinking in through my window.

Ahh to be a child again, the wonder and amazement at such a magical time of year.

I hope everyone has such a wonderful Christmas at this amazing time of year.

Kiss of the Wolf reviews

2007-11-05T12:49:00.000-06:00

So much has happened in the last few months and I apologize for not updating more often. Many items can be viewed at my blog on www.myspace.com/robyn_wren if for some reason I get back logged again. But.. here are a few reviews for my most recent novel Kiss of the Wolf:

Blurb:
Fiery and strong, Kara had always done things her own way. Gifted with magick and a stubborn streak a mile wide, she was a born healer, sent out by her people as her older sister had been to check on the village across the Baylo Sea. There is trouble brewing an ancient evil that had yet to be vanquished. It was dangerous to go alone but it was a burden she'd gladly accepted. Never in her life had she been challenged by anyone else, that is, till she meets Zachius a warrior of his people and friend to Dartian.
Zachius, like Dartian, is a shape-shifter who hides his secret from the world. He is a loner who answers to no one; pride and strength run hard through his veins. When he is asked by Dartian and Saleene to find Kara, to keep her safe from the minions of Jacobe, he reluctantly agrees till he hears Saleene's description of her sister. Suddenly the dreams of the woman who has haunted his nights for the past months come flooding back to him. Can Zachius make it to Kara's side to save her before it's too late? Has Zachius met his soulmate in Kara or his damnation to an eternal lifetime of chaos? Soon they will have to make the decision to follow their hearts or forfeit their lives in a battle for their body and souls.

This book gives the readers two characters that learn how to trust and lean on each other when they need it the most. I loved how Zachius kept trying to say the right thing to Kara but sticking his foot in his mouth instead and knowing he'd have to find a way to show her how much she meant to him. Also, how Kara realized she knew that Zachius would be there for her when she'd need him the most and that she could hold her own against his strength with her magic and the beauty within herself. Zachius is the alpha male who also knows that it doesn't take anything away from him to show his emotions to the woman he loves. Ms. Wren is an author who knows how to give the readers what they want in a paranormal romance.

Reviewed by Donna.

This mystical story twists and weaves with every page. Kara is very compassionate and connected with her world. She unselfishly absorbs all of the pain and suffering on the island. Zachius is a warrior through and through. He fights and loves with his whole being. They are both strong and willful but trust in each other's abilities they have bonded they for life. Magic and mysticism flow throughout this story to create the perfect backdrop for Zachius and Kara to prove their worthiness and love for each other.

Lototy
Reviewer for Coffee Time Romance

So much to say... never enough time

2007-11-02T09:19:00.000-06:00

I know i've not updated my blog in ages but this year has been anything but slow. To bring those of you interested up to speed, I now have 3 of my novels out in publication. Shadow of the Wolf, Kiss of the Wolf and Scottish Whispers. The feedback thus far has been very good.

Currently Dragon's Desire is done but i'm going back through and revamping it some. Adding more to the lore and history of the dragons. It bodes to be quite nice. Crimson Dreams (book 1 in the Crimson Legend's series) is done and currently out being reviewed by a couple agents. My fingers are crossed that I will hear back soon.

Aside from that I've begun Raven's Cry the third book in my Wolf/Raven's series and it is coming along nicely. Galen and Kyaria's adventures prove to be quite exciting as does the chemistry that flows between them. I have much more posted on my site as well as book videos for the three novels currently in ciruculation. With the coming of the new year I hope to have many more adventures out there for everyone to enjoy.

Have a great weekend everyone!

Review for Shadow of the Wolf

2007-05-08T09:02:00.000-06:00

I was pleased to receive this wonderful review from RomanceJunkies for my first novel Shadow of the Wolf

Are you ready for some adventure? Do you like a "happily ever after" story? Are you able to let your imagination soar?

Saleene is a beautiful woman on a quest sent by her village to find and stop the source of evil permeating the land. This attack came without warning and tracking it woodland to woodland has left her feeling homesick and lonely. Will she ever be like other young women and find true love and raise a family or will she die on her quest? While having her noonday meal at an inn she meets a seeress, who tells her she will not be alone on this quest. She will meet three warriors, who have also been sent on the same quest. Hearing a scream of distress ends her meal quickly as she rushes off in the hopes of rescuing the stranger in distress. Unfortunately, she is too late so all she can do is anoint him and chant over his body, sending him to be with the souls of his ancestors. While camped for the night at a run down shack, three warriors approach. Dartian is the leader and she has a knife to his throat until she feels that maybe, she should trust them. There is something both familiar and comfortable about Dartian. She is drawn to him and doesn't know why. Dartian, despite her threat is also drawn to Saleene, but now is not the time to delve into this. Are these her foretold companions? Does Saleene ever figure out why Dartian is so familiar? Has love drawn the two together?

Ms. Wren has written a masterpiece in SHADOW OF THE WOLF. The imagery woven in her words is breathtakingly beautiful. This story is so full of tenderness, strength and a love for all time. All the right pieces of a beautifully crafted story can be found within these pages. I am truly at a loss for words. It's a page turner, once begun you dare not put it down until you are through, it is so compelling. She just draws you in so effortlessly that heart felt emotions stir through you. You laugh, you cry and you love so deeply. What I like most is the rhythm of the story; it's not just a plot, characters and action scenes. Her love scenes are realistic and not overblown. Her characters are believable. The details in the story make it seem like it could happen here and now. You actually get to know Saleene and Dartian and feel happy for them or frustrated given the situation that you are currently reading about.

Shadow of the Wolf is now available

2007-03-26T11:10:00.000-06:00

It's hard to believe but yes, Shadow of the Wolf is now available for purchase in e-book format. So far the response has been amazing and I couldn't have hoped for more. You can visit either my website (http://www.robynwren.com) and link to Wild Rose Press from there or visit http://www.thewildrosepress.com directly.

Saleene and Dartian's journey can now be shared by everyone!

March 2, 2007

2007-03-02T07:44:00.000-06:00

It's hard to believe but edits are done, the cover has been created and Shadow of the Wolf will soon be available. So much has changed in such a short period of time. I'm told that once it is out via e-format that soon there after it will be able to be purchased in print format as well. So keep your eyes tuned for that bit of information as well. Next on the agenda will be edits for Scottish Whispers. My editor has informed me that they are forthcoming this month and if all goes well Jena and Erick's story will be out within the next few months as well. (they've been screaming at me about this mind you!)

On a side note Justin and Katie have now informed me that they too want their story told so I'm happy to say a followup tentatively titled Highland Embrace is scheduled to be written in the near future. It's come to my attention that the demons that have invaded both stories are seeming to be getting out of control so it may span more than the two books but only time will tell.

As for Kiss of the Wolf, edits for that one will commence as soon as Scottish Whispers is completed.

More recently, I'm happy to say Dragon's Desire: The Curse of Innok is moving along very nicely. The story has unfolded better than expected and I'm hoping to have it ready for polishing by the end of March if not mid April. Once it is done I can go back to Crimson Dreams.

Well, that is about all for now. More as I things progress. Thank god it's the weekend! If you are in the midwest and around the storms my thoughts and prayers are with you. If you are in the north, please stay safe and warm.

Robyn

So it begins...

2007-02-12T13:09:00.000-06:00

Yes, the waves of edits have begun. Shadow of the Wolf is nearing completion and thus I'm told it should be out by spring. So many of you have been so wonderful in inquiring on the release date that I'm hopeful that within the next few weeks I should have a more definative answer. Dartian and Saleene are roaring for their release, shouting to have their story told to all. I'm sure that once it is out there you will enjoy their adventures as much as I enjoyed writing them.

Once more, thank you all for your patience and there really is a light at the end of the editing tunnel.

Snow, snow and more snow

2007-02-09T12:04:00.000-06:00

For once I'm thankful I'm in the south. All I've read and heard the last day has been from friends up north who are completely snowed in. Granted the idea has it's possibilities but alas I have to deal with 50-60degree weather and not a snowflake in sight! Ah well such is life.

On a good note it appears that Shadow of the Wolf will be released this spring. Edits are underway and I'm so excited to get a release date defined very soon. Then it will be onto Scottish Whispers and then Kiss of the Wolf edits. Hmm, wonder if Dragon's Desire will be done before then. Should be!

Ok all my friends... back to the writing cave for me. Take care if you are snowed in and keep warm. (many many ways to do this of course!)

Kara and Zachius

2007-01-24T11:07:00.000-06:00

Yes I woke up this morning tired as all get out. I drudged over to my computer half awake turned on the eerie light and check my mail. Low and behold an email from Wild Rose Press offering a contract for Kiss of the Wolf.

I was speechless. Well yes I was still not fully awake but that was besides the point!

So this year will prove to be very busy but that is fine and dandy with me. This rollar coaster ride can keep on truckin for all I care!

ok ok back to my writing cave!

Jan 18, 2007- finally thawing out

2007-01-18T12:42:00.000-06:00

Yes this week has been horrid. Weather has been bad. Ice covered everything. Talk about cabin fever!! On a good note.. Scottish Whispers has found a home. Wild Rose Press has offered to publish Erick and Jena's story!!

So... coming from WRP will be both Shadow of the Wolf as well as Scottish Whispers.

Now back to my dragon story. Gabriel is finding Alayia very charming.

Magick, Demons and Dragons oh my!

2007-01-10T08:32:00.000-06:00

So it's come to pass that Crimson Dreams has been put on hold for the moment and Gabriel and Danielle/Alayia's story has decided to be told. I've begun my newest creation tenatively titled Dragon Desire: Innok's Curse which will detail the trails and adventures Gabriel and his love face as they try to dispell the curse that's been placed on him.

I'll post more as I'm able. For now just know that many magickal things lay in store for our hero and heroine as well as dangerous obsticals for them to overcome.

Jan 4 2007

2007-01-04T15:48:00.000-06:00

Has brought Scottish Whispers to completion. During this re-vamping phase Jena and Erick have encountered demons and the such and have had much more evolve in their relationship than I had initially planned. This is a very good thing. Now that it is done I will be polishing it up a bit and sending it off into the abyss of queries in hopes of finding it a good home.

Now it's back to Krystoff though I have a new story calling out to me. One that involves Dragons.. and perhaps just maybe ... the Djinn.. with the imagination anything is possible.

All i can say... is .... stay tuned....

Happy Holidays

2006-12-28T10:40:00.000-06:00

I hope everyone has had a wonderful holiday season thus far. Hard to believe the year is nearing the end. So much to do and never enough time. But with that brings 2007 which I'm extremely excited for.

Coming up at that time I'm hoping for the release of a few different novels and the completion of a couple more. Shadow of the Wolf will be coming out from Wild Rose Press and hopefully the next in the series titled Kiss of the Wolf will follow suite and the outline for Cry of the Raven is ready to roll when I'm done with the others.

Scottish Whispers i'm revamping so to speak and it's going to be better than I originally had. (some demons have cropped up in the middle of Scotland!) as well as working on Crimson Dreams the first in the Crimson Legends Series. I've also got another book outlined that will be written titled Sea of Betrayal.

So.. much to do and I see 2007 as being a very busy time!

Happy holidays to one and all and stay safe through the new year!

Shadow of the Wolf

2006-12-18T07:11:00.000-06:00

As some of you may have noticed my site is up and running (thank you Tim!) and my new book will be coming out from Wild Rose Press. I have no release date as of yet but I'm banking on sometime in 2007. As soon as I have a date it will be posted here, on my site and on myspace. Please feel free to check here, there whenever you want to. I'm always around lurking.

Thanks everyone so much for the interest and vote of confidence. I truly can't wait for Dartian and Saleene's story to make it out there!

Slight change for Shadow of the Wolf

2006-12-07T08:05:00.000-06:00

Ok, well as life is ever changing so is the journey to release the story of Saleene and Dartian. Originally Shadow of the Wolf was to be released through Ocean Mist Press but after further discussion with them it has come to pass that their home would not be the best place for their story to be told. So currently Shadow of the Wolf is in a state of transition. As soon as I have the new publisher's information it will be posted immedicately!

Crimson Dreams

2006-12-04T10:15:00.000-06:00

Krystoff's adventures have begun and the battle are ruthless. So many things are going awry in the world that we don't see. The Blood Hunters are there to keep us from seeing that which we wouldn't understand, but for how long? Something is amiss, can they stop it? Only time will tell. The story is slowly unfolding and soon, very soon things will begin to unfold that will lead Krystoff into a world he has no clue about, one that is more indepth than even he or the elders could imagine exists.

Stay tuned for updates........

Shadow of the Wolf

2006-11-20T10:37:00.000-06:00

Slowly but surely the day is approaching. Edits are forthcoming and I'm told the book should be released sometime in Jan. Once I get the first round of edits I should have a more definitive date, which I will post immediately!

Also, Kiss of the Wolf is almost done being fine-tuned and will be swooshed off to the publishers to be reviewed and hopefully snatched up as well. From there it is off to begin work on my next project which is another new series I call The Crimson Legend Series.

This one I am very excited about. Now mind you I am not stopping the Wolf/Raven series at all, just allowing you all time to learn and read about their journey. This new one will involve Vampires, Relics, Demons, Alter dimensions, Rituals and the Fae. The first story will introduce you to the Blood Hunter Krystoff and the fiesty Alexandra.

But.... not to get ahead of myself. For now.. That is all you will need to know.

Till later...

Kiss of the Wolf

2006-11-06T10:05:00.000-06:00

is nearing completion. Kara and Zachius are doing so well together and the heat oh la la is getting good. I anticipate their story should be done by end of November!

Website

2006-10-24T09:50:00.000-06:00

Ok, though the site is not completed yet, the url for it is www.robynwren.com It is getting there slowly thanks to the help of a good friend.

Kiss of the Wolf

2006-10-24T09:48:00.000-06:00

is moving around very nice. Kara and Zachius' story has reached the half-way point and I must say, there is much left to do but I have a feeling they will enjoy every bit of it. When I'm able I will post an excerpt from their travels to give you some insight into the adventures they've been having.

Unedited Exerpt for Shadow of the Wolf

2006-10-17T18:46:00.000-06:00

The story always made her dream of what it would be like to meet someone and have that instant connection. The sparks and heat that would arch between them, and the passion that would result, would be heaven to embrace. Now to have it last an eternity would be more than she could hope for. But she had resolved herself to never finding love when the elders had sent her out on this quest. She had accepted the truth of it, but still, to find true love and embrace it.

Though her eyes were closed as she rested her head against the tree she could feel his gaze as it moved over her. The act burned a trail of flames across her skin. Why did he have this affect on her? She cursed her inability to control her reaction to Dartian but she also refused to dwell on the newfound emotions that swirled inside her. Instead she opened her eyelids to find him staring intently at her, his face stone cold without any sense of emotion visible. He did, however, crack the most devilish grin she had ever seen. The act alone sent butterflies fluttering around in her stomach. She prayed he did not sense her confusion at her reaction to him.

Then, as if he had read her thoughts, Dartian moved toward her, his every step a slow sensual progression to her side. She watched him, how could she not? Her breath caught in her throat at each inch he took forward, the ripple of his muscles under his shirt drew her gaze.

The intensity of his stare made her feel as if she was lost in some magical spell he had woven, unable to move out of his reach. Time seemed to stand still and the wind silenced in anticipation. She couldn't move even had she wanted to, and god help her she didn't want to.

She tried to divert her gaze to the forest as she attempted to breathe in and center the fire that raged in her belly, when he was there. Gently he placed the pad of his thumb on her cheek as he turned her to face him. She could see the desire that pooled in his eyes and she wondered if hers mirrored his. Her answer came as he stifled a growl only to descend his lips to hers.
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Shadow of the Wolf- Robyn Wren 2006 Ocean Mist Press All rights reserved. No part of this excerpt may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without written permission, except in the case of brief quotations embodied in critical articles or reviews

New website

2006-09-25T14:29:00.000-06:00

Well, I always told everyone if I get published I'll create a website. Well this weekend I purchased my domain and a friend will be helping me create what I need. I'll post more information on it when it's available.

Also... Kiss of the Wolf is moving right along. Kara and Zachius are having good moments and tension is definately there. what will become of them? Only time will tell.

Kiss of the Wolf

2006-09-18T09:09:00.000-06:00

While I wait to hear back on edits for Shadow of the Wolf, Kara and Zachius' story is being constructed. The next in the Wolf/Raven series, it will feature more adventure and conflict between the two, but as always the unknown will still play a role. More to come as it is available.

Scottish Whispers

2006-09-18T09:03:00.000-06:00

Well... Jena and Erick's story is progressing nicely. A publisher I submitted to has asked for more to read. If all goes well their adventure as well will be coming out in the near future. So many lives... so many worlds.

It's finally happened....

2006-09-14T08:07:00.000-06:00

Yes... Saleene and Dartian's adventures together will be read. A contract has been offered for their story and once a date is available I will let everyone know.

Slowly but surely...

2006-09-11T10:08:00.000-06:00

Jena and Erick's story is nearing completion. I would say by mid this week (unless they throw more ideas at me) it should be ready to be proof-read and submitted to Wild Rose Press.

Jena and Erick are becoming so close!!!

Next Project

2006-09-08T09:09:00.000-06:00

Well from the prodding of a good friend and others I talk to, I've found myself taking on a new writing project. A shorter novel for the holidays. So far it is going very well and I must say, I am falling in love with my hero and heroine. I'll tell you this much, it will make for a roller coaster ride and the chemistry will be explosive. All i'll tell you at this point is their names are Jena Jenkins and Erick MacCLyne.

The rest.... well let's just say you will have to wait till I get further....

September 8 Shadow of the Wolf update

2006-09-08T07:29:00.000-06:00

Well, another day another manuscript sent out to another publisher. Yes, my lovely wolf has been sent now to 2 more publishers. Though I'm still waiting to hear back from 2 other, we shall see what road this leads us down.

Poor Saleene and Dartian, so anxious to have their tale heard.

But I shall keep you updated on their progress and hopefully soon, their launch to mainstream!