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Name: Trish McCallan
Date: 16 Jun 2010

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There is no need to fear Twitter. Twitter is your friend along with the three trillion people tweeting. lol

Roslyn says:

Groan!

Name: Trish McCallan
Date: 15 Jun 2010

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You're editor is going to LOVE your new baby!

Simona says:

I hope she does, because I certainly do!

Name: YR - Trinidad
Date: 11 Jun 2010

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Love the new look! The banner at the top is so cute.

Simona says:

Thanks! It really is a nice little cartoon, isn't it!

Name: Angela Amsterdam
Date: 11 Jun 2010

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Hey Ros, The video you posted with your Single Ladies blog no longer exists... Angela

Simona says:

Thanks, Angela. Going to remove it.

Name: Noreen C
Date: 26 Mar 2010

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My husband and I love Get Fuzzy he reads it to me every morning, and we have every book there is Thank you darby Connely Noreen and Robbie C.

Roslyn says:

I know! I'm a huge comics fan myself. Makes me feel lazy, but there ya go.

Name: elizabeth/chaguanas
Date: 24 Mar 2010

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hey chick wow its been ages! hope you're exceptionally well :)

Roslyn says:

It has been ages! i was thinking about you recently. How's the studies?

Name: ROGER BAYLEY - NEAL & MASSY MOTORS
Date: 21 Mar 2010

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Roslyn says:

Hi Roger!

Name: Twinkle -Reidsville,NC
Date: 20 Mar 2010

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Hey i'm so excited .i just got done reading Meet me in Paris,i am absolutely blow anyway once again. i have been reading your books for about a year now and cant stop.i get mad every time i finish one lol i be looking for more, i find myslef reading the same book over and over again they are just that good lol.i fail in love with each and everyone of your book. when i get done reading one,i have to call one of my Friends and brag about it , we will end up calling more frends just to talk which one of your book with better,lol we be on the phone for hours. what i love about Meet me in paris is that it send you thought so many emotions.I love Marlene she remind me of my mom.O and Mrs Mertz is something else.i feel in love with Trey bless his heart. STAY BLESS *Twinkle*

Roslyn says:

Oh, wow, Twinkle, what a wonderful comment to wake up to! I'm so glad you enjoy my books, and that you took the time to let me know. As long as y'all keep on writing them, I'll keep on reading them!

And please do me a favor and ask your friends to give me some reviews on Amazon. That'd help me a lot!

Name: Cheryl Wright - Arima, Trinidad
Date: 19 Mar 2010

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You could name him Ezra or Isaiah; it wouldn't matter. It's all about the story for me. So knock yourself out.

Roslyn answers:

I dunno. There's definitely evidence that a person's name helps determine how people view them. And there are names that sound more masculine than others.

But I do agree with you: It IS about the story. I always bear that in mind when I write.

Name: Kayjean BPT, CT
Date: 04 Mar 2010

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I read your book May Summer Never End for a book report I had to do. Your book was so good I went out and got my self Wonderful and Wild, I just started and I can't put it down! you are such a great writer. I love how your are very detailed but not so much that you take up a whole chapter to describe a scene like other authors like to do! keep it up!

Roslyn is glowing:

Hey Kayjean, thanks so much. I'm glad you liked my books, and SO glad you got to do a book report on a romance novel. That's cool. By the way, May Summer Never End and Wonderful and Wild are actually my favourites!

Name: Denise Clarke D'Abadie Trinidad
Date: 27 Feb 2010

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Yes, I entered in 78 and left in 83. I was in R, with Paul Byam and they.

Name: Denise Clarke D'Abadie Trinidad
Date: 19 Feb 2010

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I am reading and cannot help but wonder if you attended St. George's College,Barataria between 1977-1982/3.

Roslyn is a proud Georgian:

Denise: I certainly did! I entered in '77 and left Form 6 in '84. I was in F. What about you?

Name: Dolores Charles -Barataria, Trinidad
Date: 17 Feb 2010

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I saw your link on face book and clicked on it but I am SORRY to say, I have not read any of your books. HOWEVER just reading your "ABOUT ME" makes me want to read you work. You seem so down to earth and you are hilarious in your answers. GOD BLESS YOU.

Roslyn answers:

Thanks, Dolores. God bless you, too!

Name: Marolyn Beverly Ohio
Date: 17 Feb 2010

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I had to write again I just read Joy in the afternoon, it was chilling , very creative, I hope to be able to write that well. Your newest fan Marolyn B

Roslyn agrees:

Joy in the Afternoon chills me, too!

Name: Marolyn Beverly Ohio
Date: 17 Feb 2010

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Hi Roslyn I enjoyed reading your blog ,I saw the video short of Meet me in Paris ,and I like it can't wait to read the book. Your all about me, me me was great too I want to enter you next contest . I'm really glad I found your site! A new fan Marolyn

Ros says:

Nice to meet you too, Marolyn. Glad you liked my video. Hope to do a new one soon.

Name: Christopher P. Nokio
Date: 10 Feb 2010

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Very interesting stuff Roslyn. If I had only known about you when i was writing book. lol

Roslyn LOLs back:

Hi Christopher. What did you write?

Name: Karris Marin-McLetchie - D'abadie
Date: 10 Feb 2010

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Hi Roslyn, I would love to be entered in the Valentine's Day book give-away contest

Roslyn says hi to her fellow D'Abadian:

Hi Karris. Fancy meeting you here! Sorry you didn't win this time but there will be many more contests to come! Thanks for visiting! (Not the McLetchies from Santa Cruz?)

Name: Sherry Q-Statesboro, Ga
Date: 09 Feb 2010

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Hi Roslyn, I would love to be entered into the Valentine's Day book giveaway contest. Thank you, Sherry Q.

Roslyn says:

Thanks, Sherry; you're in. Don't forget to check back to see if you win, or email me your contact.

Name: Debra Correia, Silver Spring, MD
Date: 08 Feb 2010

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Hi Ros, Nice pic. I'm feeling lucky today, so taking my chances and dropping my name into your Valentine's Day book draw. Take care! DC

Roslyn says:

Thanks Debra. You're in!

Name: Juanita Hicks- Little Rock, AR
Date: 05 Feb 2010

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Juanita Hicks

Roslyn answers:

Thanks, Juanita, for entering the Valentine's Day book draw. I deleted your address for your security.

Name: Kirk Langton
Date: 26 Jan 2010

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Mam... hope you remember me... but do you know you have spelt "book" wrongly?

Roslyn gasps in horror:

Oh my god, thank you! Talk about bad for business!

Name: James W. Lewis / SoCal
Date: 17 Jan 2010

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Thanks for stopping by! Love your site! I hope to be in your shoes one day. :)

Roslyn says:

You will James. Good luck with your book. But do you know you have the same name as the Tylenol killer? Wow! Notorious!

Name: Cheryyl K./ Pcola
Date: 14 Jan 2010

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I really like your style of writing. A lot of author characters have perfect bodies, but most of your character's don't. The average person don't. Your books are more believable. I have just about read all of your books, and the ones I haven't I'm going online to purchase.You have found a fan in me!! Oh yea, I like you given be a look thru your eyes of your homeland. One day I shall visit.

Roslyn is glowing like a lamp:

Cheryl, you have no idea how good that makes me feel. I don't believe in sugar-coated stories all sprinkled with fairy dust. I like to write about real people with real problems, believable relationships. Good honest stories, you know?

And you should visit Trinidad. You'd like it!

Name: Theresa Monsey/Trish McCallan
Date: 01 Jan 2010

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Since I don't feel like 2009 started moving forward for me until mid-September, I'm not going to look back and evaluate. I'm going to move forward instead and make 2010 the year that pops for me. In 2011 I'll look back and reflect on all sorts of amazing things. 2008 and 2009 are behind me now, in the past, and its time to move on.

Roslyn agrees:

I hear you, Theresa. I think this year will being great things, bother personal and professional, for both of us.

Name: AnnMS
Date: 18 Dec 2009

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I was just thinking about what I can get my Mom for xmas and you ran thro my mind. Mom is a hopeless romantic and an avid reader. I got her one of your earlier books and she loved it. I just decided to Google your name and it brought me directly to this site. Girl, you have talent for so! I am inspired by your fearless journey and commitment to realising, growing and sharing your talent. I am humbled by your creativity and talent. I have sent the address of your blog to my Mom. I am sure she will be a frequent visitor and I will check back here once in a while. I thoroughly enjoyed your website with your frank and down-to-earth style. It is very real to me.

Roslyn hails out a next Trini

Thank you! I hope I can get back into my blog as soon as this Christmas drama is behind us. I hope your mother likes the book. Tell her to give me a shout!

Name: Bob, California
Date: 15 Dec 2009

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<b>Hello</b>

Roslyn echoes:

Hello back!

Name: Jataun S, Chicago, Il
Date: 13 Dec 2009

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OMG!!! I bought Dear Rita!!! LMBO!!! That was you!!! U go Girl!!! I'm A Fan 4 Life!!! Dear Rita was actually the first book I read from you...I have so many books I didn't even reference it>>> Merry ChristMas!!!

Roslyn wishes you:

A Merry Christmas too!

Name: Jataun S, Chicago,Il
Date: 13 Dec 2009

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Hello Ms. Simona Taylor, I just finished your novel Meet Me In Paris..It was "GREAT". I am an hopeless romantic and very much enjoy reading novels of such..Actually my sentiment is since I don't have romance in my own life let me exscape to a world where it is plentiful Lol! Having Sex in a book is cool but I'm more for a storyline and a plot that has a little realism there.. The book wasn't predictable and I could appreciate that...While I was reading I was thinking to myself "Are there really good men out there like that, who are afraid of loving someone again but has a deep desire too?". Another treat for me in the book was that she was an everyday working woman trying to make a life for herself despite making some wrong decision for what she thought was the right reason. Again, some books you read everyone has their own business, or financially stable, or something like that. Travel Agents, secretaries, administrative woman are intelligent, have big hearts, and long for a decent companion as well! Your professionally life doesn't measure intelligence. In summary, I loved it!! I hope you're going to write another book soon and if you have another one I better get on it... Good Luck and Much Success! Your New Fan Jataun S.

Roslyn hollers:

Jataun, you made my day, week and month. You have NO IDEA how happy I am to hear you say you like to read romances about ordinary people. That's a very big thing for me. I believe my characters should be just like you and me, catching our tails to make ends meet, living our lives, and being happy. You'll never find me writing about billionaire playboys!

I'm so glad you liked it!

Name: M. Wenger North Wisconsin
Date: 01 Dec 2009

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Was gonna name my firstborn Alyce, but might name her for you.

Roslyn is terribly excited:

Cool! Simona or Roslyn?

Name: Heather (St. James)
Date: 25 Nov 2009

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Hi Roslyn, Well this was so funny "Hard fowl." Because I am originally from Chaguanas I can appreciate it. They mean "yard fowl, yardie or common foul" which is so much tougher than normal chickens I suppose. And to let you know, I am pressing on with my book. I reached a record 54,000 words.

Roslyn chuckles:

Yard fowl...yeah, I guessed as much. Funny, eh?

Name: yumi (japan)
Date: 24 Nov 2009

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I enjoy reading the pages an books.im so fascinate with many great thing you write!! many wishes~~

Name: YR
Date: 20 Nov 2009

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Just read "Joy in the Afternoon". I really enjoyed it. It was dark, and very scary!

Roslyn answers:

Yes, it was, wasn't it. Maybe I have a career in psycho thrillers ahead of me!

Name: Tanya
Date: 30 Oct 2009

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Hey, Ros! Great post. It helps to bring to the subject to light and you've done so quite eloquently. :-)

Roslyn answers:

Glad you think so. Hope I get some responses! I'd really like to know.

Name: Jan, San Fernando
Date: 28 Oct 2009

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My boss introduced me to your website; I am a voracious reader and he saw the connection. I love this site. Some of your books I have read and some will be in my to read list. Best of luck with all you have in the works. Blessings

Roslyn says:

Good boss to have! And thanks!

Name: YR
Date: 25 Oct 2009

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Farmville *is* very addicting. Same with Mafia Wars and rest of the Facebook games. My advice (from experience): Quit cold turkey!

Roslyn groans:

My 6 year-old would kill me!

Name: Joy, Jamaica
Date: 19 Oct 2009

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Enjoyed the Follow-Fashion story. Thought something supernatural was going to happen at the end - like the first man following a ghost to his death, but no, he's intruding on someone else's last moments. :) Well done. Wishing you luck with the fifty book challenge. I keep buying books and putting them in a pile for later, or trying to read two or three at a time.

Roslyn says:

Hi Joy. Glad you liked Follow-fashion. I really ought to put up a new story: that one's been there for months. Need to get off my ass and do it!

As for your To Be Read pile, I hear ya! If I EVER actually win my 50-book challenge, nobody would be more surprised than me!

Name: Renita Williams Chicago, Il
Date: 15 Oct 2009

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Hi Simona, I think your book trailer is great. I watched on my lunchbreak and I found myself not wanting to turn my head for a second so that I wouldn't miss anything. Keep up the good work. Renita

Simona punches the air in exultation:

Thanks, Renita!

Name: Trudy from Holland
Date: 05 Oct 2009

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Hi Rossi I have see your video and want tell you how I like it but you know me, noting with all this things on pc, so I do it her. Great girl, go for it!! Love en kiss for the kids Trudy.

Big kisses from Rossi

Thanks, Trudy!

Name: Deidre B. Houston, TX
Date: 29 Sep 2009

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Ms. Simona Taylor! I just finished "Meet Me In Paris" and you need to quit!...Got me falling in love with a fictitious man..even though he wasn't perfect! I love this story and the characters are soo life like..cause truly no one is perfect we all make bad choices sometimes, but it's what you learn from those experiences. And I learned from this, that I will be reading and waiting for the new stories you share with us! One Love, D

Roslyn answers with an evil grin:

Quit? Me? With all those gorgeous imaginary guys around?

Name: Cheryl K. Pensacola, Fl
Date: 10 Sep 2009

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Just finish reading Meet me in Paris, it was a great read, light and believable. You was able to really pull out each person character.

Simona says with a big grin:

Thanks, Cheryl!

Name: Traci C., North Carolina
Date: 10 Sep 2009

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I really enjoyed "Meet Me in Paris". The characters were realistic (not everyone's born perfect and rich) and the storyline was not predictable. It was quite refreshing to have something a little different from the norm.

Simona says:

Hi Traci. I agree: not everyone's born perfect. Probably nobody, actually. And as for my stories, I always try to be a little bit different in every one. I like story lines that stand out, you know?

Name: Yolanda Taylor, Birmingham, AL
Date: 07 Sep 2009

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Meet me in Paris was a very good book to read. I did not want the story to end.

Simona says:

Thanks, Yolanda. Cool last name ;-)

Name: Donna
Date: 07 Sep 2009

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Hi Roslyn Just gave Meet Me in Paris and Candy Don't Come in Gray to a friend who is travelling to the States tomorrow.She read your article in the neswpapers yesterday so I gave her one of each so she can read on the plane.

Roslyn replies:

Thanks, Donna! Didn't know there was a review. Will look for it. Ros

Name: Brena, Nashville, TN
Date: 28 Aug 2009

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Meet Me In Paris is a must read. I enjoyed the storyline because it was different. The characters in the book were realistic. Although it is important to have and to live by good ethical values, it also more important to show love, compassion and understanding to others when they haven't.

Simona agrees:

Thanks, Brena. I couldn't have said it better!

Name: Brenda, Houston TX
Date: 22 Aug 2009

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Just found your website...happy accident. I read your short stories and found you to be so real and skilled...then I read the excerpt from Meet Me in Paris. OMG!! I want some chocolate!! Will order the book.

Simona licks a speck of chocolate from the corner of her mouth:

Yeah, that chocolate scene is something, all right!

Name: Mary; Birmingham, AL
Date: 17 Aug 2009

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Dear Ms Rosalyn, Enjoyed your book so much. Glad my Kimani foursome came early. Read it in a day. Kendra and Trey made me want to root for a happy ending!!! They both had MAJOR ISSUES!!! Amazing when Kendra fought for herself, Trey just gave in or the light bulb went off, he could work with her. Guess she reminded him of his mother, Marlene... At first the title didn't seem to fit but for the two lovebirds, it made perfect sense!!! Continue the scribbling! Thanks, Mary

Roslyn agrees:

Yes, I guess the title only really kicks in near the end. But Trey was a cutie, wasn't he.

And I promise I will continue scribbling.

Name: Allison, a Trini in NY
Date: 15 Aug 2009

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I read Meet Me in Paris last leek, as I subscribe to the Kimani book club and get to preview the books before they hit the stores. I LOVED it!!!!!. I finished it in 2 days. I loved the way you portrayed Kendra and how you allowed us into her crazy and funny thoughts that pop up in her mind, very well done!!! This has by far been the best book I've read all year. I look forward to reading more of your books.

Ros, a Trini in Trini:

Thanks, Allison. Good to know that one of my sister Trinis approves!

Name: Beverly, NY
Date: 14 Aug 2009

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Love the site.

Roslyn preens:

Thanks!

Name: Shivonne- from Eidetic
Date: 14 Aug 2009

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Roslyn, WHERE have u been hiding??? OMG!! I read Meet me in Paris. U had up until 1:30 am on a weekday. I read it out in 3 days. I will admit i love thrillers, but you're book was enjoyable. You really are a wonderful writer. Thank you for sharing your craft with the rest of us :) Shivonne

Roslyn chuckles evilly:

I wish I could say I'm sorry for keeping you up until 1:30, but I'm not. Bwa ha ha ha!

And where have I been hiding? Under a log, apparently.

Name: Tanya
Date: 23 Jul 2009

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I love how the plot problems we angst over for days, sometimes months, unravel without us even having to think about it. Same thing happened to me one day while in the shower. I wasn't even thinking about it, and then BOOM, problem solved. :-)

Roslyn answers philosophically:

Better late than never, I guess. As pissed as I am now that it took so long, think how much it would suck if I didn't find an answer to the problem!

Name: Charlene
Date: 23 Jul 2009

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When are you writing your next novel. The majority of my reading is for work. However, your stories based in Trinidad has captured me. Waiting for the next novel!

Roslyn replies gleefully:

Meet Me in Paris is due out in September! Here's the cover:

It's not set in Trinidad, though, but I am working on one that's set in Tobago. If Kimani likes it, it'll be out soon.

I always relish the opportunity to show off my country!

Name: NLS
Date: 24 Jun 2009

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Love the new cover. Can't wait for it to be on the shelves!!

Roslyn enthuses:

Thanks. Neither can I!

Name: Debi - London
Date: 27 Apr 2009

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Hi there! Only just spotted this. So pleased you enjoyed Trading Tatiana. Without being defensive, I have to say that not contacting the police was entirely in character for Jo, but it's quite possible her equivalent wouldn't exist over there. Good luck with the reading, writing, blogging etc. Don't forget to breathe occasionally!

Roslyn is all squeaky and excited about having "met" Debi Alper

Hi Debi. Wow, thanks for stopping by! And oh, I do understand totally that avoiding the police was in character for Jo. Going to them would have probably been to fairy-tale for words. But I was so devastated at the loss of Tatiana I wanted someone to do something! I wish the world was a nicer place!

Name: Michelle- outside of Gainesville Florida
Date: 22 Mar 2009

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Just finished Dear Rita, and I absolutely loved it. It was hard to put down. I will try to get some of your other books as well. I still amazes me how a writer can pull you into the story. Keep up the good work. Need to check out your 50 book challenge...should be easy for me as I read about 3 books per week. Take Care

Roslyn is completely gobsmacked:

Three books a week? Really? I'm guessing you don't have small children! I'm just lucky to read one every 3 weeks!

So glad you liked Dear Rita. Please do pass by to let me know what you thought of my others, and, of course, how you're doing with your book challenge!

Name: Angela, USA / Somerset, NJ
Date: 19 Mar 2009

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Hello Roslyn: I just finished reading DEAR RITA. I loved it!!! I couldn't put this book down, I had to know what was going to happen next between Rita & Dorian, honestly, they were the BEST! I recently joined Kimani Book Club, and DEAR RITA was one of the two free books I received as a new member. I am going to purchase "MAY SUMER NEVER END". I am a huge fan of Rochelle Alers & Sandra Kitt. I am now adding your name on my list of favorite authors, please keep it coming! God bless you.

Roslyn answers with a big, grateful smile:

Dear Angela, I was having a pretty rough day today, but you made it much better. Thank you!

Name: Rene, USA/ College Park Maryland
Date: 16 Mar 2009

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Hi Roslyn: This past weekend (03/14/09) while browsing around my favorite used book store in Takoma Park, MD, I discovered "you" when I purchased "May Summer Never End". What a great find! I usually judge whether I'm going to purchase a book or not by reading a few lines in Chapter 1. If the author's voice and style captures my intellect then I buy the book. You have such a natural flow for words and telling a story that I'm enjoying the book and look forward to reading more from you. I am an avid reader, a Jazz vocalist and a wanna-be romance writer myself. My writer's circle is working on character development next month and I've started writing in earnest my own story-yeah me. I must admit that my muse thus far has been Nora Roberts but I see you, a fellow woman of color, quickly taking her place. Keep up the good work! Happy writing.

Roslyn answers:

Hey Rene, thanks so much for all the great things you said about May Summer Never End. I particularly like that one because it was based on the year I spent in the South of France when I was 21, or, as I call it, 'Mon Annee Sandwich', my sandwich year, between two slices of reality!

Good luck with your romance writing, and please, please keep me informed. I'm always happy to see a sister writer get out there and succeed!

Name: Joeli Baldwin
Date: 13 Mar 2009

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Really liked your site, and the energy I could feel running all through it. My prayers are with you and your family in the loss of your father. I loved your tribute to him, and I hope your letter to the ones responsible for his passing was read - and absorbed into them for all time. May God continue to bless you and yours.

Roslyn answers gratefully:

Dear Joeli, Thank you for your kind note. I do miss my father every day. Unfortunately, however, our legal system being what it is, I hold no hope for the man responsible for his death ever being brought to justice. I can only hope that his own personal guilt and conviction will do the job.

Name: Butterfly of Halifax, NS, Canada
Date: 25 Feb 2009

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Smiling Lessons, this short story was amazing & I truely enjoyed it.

Roslyn answers:

Thank you! So gad you liked it!

Name: Butterfly in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Date: 25 Feb 2009

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I forgot to mention where I am from :) Loving the books by the way.

Roslyn answers:

Now you just made my day!

Name: Butterfly
Date: 25 Feb 2009

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I hear ya there about being busy, it seems like I dont get to go out & have fun anymore. However, I am destined to do something for myself.

Roslyn answers:

Yes, I know, we all are. Problem is, some of us don't believe it, and others don't do anything about it!

Name: Velma in Chicago
Date: 21 Feb 2009

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Hi Roslyn We met in Trinidad in 2001 at the conference for Music in Society. I kept in touch with you for a while. Just discovered your alter/ego, Simona Taylor and requested the book through our library. What was your third novel written as RC? Let me hear from you.

Roslyn answers, stunned:

Wow, Velma! Yes, I do remember you! My third literary novel was Candy Don't Come in Gray. Thanks for remembering me!

Name: Mattias
Date: 10 Feb 2009

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Sorry,testing

Roslyn asks with a puzzled frown:

What were you testing? BTW, one of my favorite heroes, the lion-eyed, half-Swiss rasta from Love Me All The Way, was called Matthias.

Name: Mattias
Date: 10 Feb 2009

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cool

Name: Simone-USA
Date: 27 Jan 2009

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I am reading Dear Rita and it is very good. I discovered your website and love it. I have decided to take the 50 book challenge. I'm reading your book and also listening to an audio book. I hope they count! I have two very active sons and I try to get in as much reading time as I possible can because it is a great stress reliever for me. My older son has autism so he keeps me very busy. Please keep writing and you will have a great publisher for your next great work-don't worry. Peace and blessings.

Roslyn replies with a big grin:

Hi Simone,

Glad you liked Dear Rita.

Of course audio books count! Anything counts as long as it's enriching you. And I know what it's like to try to read when you have small children!. After I had mine, I think I read maybe 3 books a year. That's why I took up the challenge: I realised that as much as I love my kids, I couldn't let all my domestic duties keep me from nourishing my mind.

Thanks for your blessings, and I'm sending some right back to you and your family.

Name: Marion USA
Date: 14 Jan 2009

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I loved the cover of a Thirst for Rain the first edition.That was a wonderful picture of the lady using the line.Self publish if you were dropped by Kamani books.I will be checking the blog out this year so have a great year.

Roslyn replies:

Thank you. The one with Myra using the washing line is the cover of the mass market paperback. It's colourful and glorious.

I liked the original hardcover and trade picture, though, with its palette of purples.

I don't think I have the gumption to self-publish, especially since I don't life in the US. Kimani is still willing to look at new stuff, and I'm looking around at other publishers, so things should work out okay. Thanks for reading my blog!

Name: YR, Trinidad
Date: 11 Jan 2009

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Woot for recognition and fans!

Roslyn yells back:

Woot, woot!

Name: APP
Date: 01 Jan 2009

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!! All the best for 2009. May many royalty cheques be yours among other things :-)

Name: APP
Date: 30 Dec 2008

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By the way, 40 books ain't bad. I am sure you'll make the 50 mark next year, then we'll have to up the stakes. Wonder if I should join the challenge. Hummmm....... Can't promise I won't read the same author twice. Firm believer in if it's nice do it twice and then three times and some more!! Ok, ok, I promise I won't read the same author more than twice.

Name: APP
Date: 30 Dec 2008

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Ros, I'm thankful for my mother,good friends,nieces (who drive me insane sometimes) and all the children that aren't mine physically but I'm blessed with (including your two whom I love with all my chickens!! :-). My brothers and aunts as well. Love ya and all the best for the new year.

Roslyn responds, humming Auld Lang Syne as she does so

Thanks! They love you too. Have a good '09! And stop watching so much Sesame Street.

Name: elizabeth/chaguanas
Date: 20 Dec 2008

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hey Ros sorry you haven't gotten to rest with 2 kids in tow for the holiday but look on the bright side at least you not one of those parents who drop them at the mall with a handful of cash and let the mall be the babysitter. my exams are done (hooray for me)Hope your holidays are shaping up well.

Roslyn answers

Acually, they turned out pretty good! Thanks!

Name: elizabeth/chaguanas
Date: 24 Nov 2008

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hey ros! wow so long i haven't signed in here. school boring and i feeling ready for a break. not a good feeling with exams a few weeks away lol. anyway hope ur doing good and u got a rest u wanted so long ago

Roslyn answers

Rest? What, with two kids? Right.

Name: APP
Date: 18 Nov 2008

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Thanks Ros, I was patiently waiting for another installment from Sex and Obeah. Came on to ask you to change the story and there it was!! WHEH!! Congrats on the contract to be. I'm sure you'll get it.

Name: Gabriel Carrington, Chicago,Illinois
Date: 25 Aug 2008

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Dear Simona Taylor/Roslyn Carrington i AM 16 YEARS OLD, I LIVE ON THE SOUTHSIDE OF CHICAGO. I REALLY LIKE WRITING BOOKS AND POETRY BUT I FEEL I WILL NEVER FULLY MAKE IT. I MEAN I HAVE FAITH IN MYSELF AND GOD BUT SOMETIMES I SECOND GUESS MYSELF. I READ YOUR BOOK "DEAR RITA" AND I REALLY LIKE IT. ANYWAY TO GET TO THE POINT I NEED SOME TYPE OF DIRECT IN MY BOOK AND WAS WONDERING COULD U HELP ME. I KNOW YOU MAY GET THIS ALL THE TIME BUT THAT WOULD BE A HONOR TO ME. I JUST NEED ADVICE ON HOW TO START MY BOOK. MY BOOK IS ABOUT THREE MEN, I FIGURE SINCE ITS ALWAYS ABOUT WOMEN, HOW ABOUT I TALK ABOUT SITUATIONS FROM A MEN POINT OF VIEW. SO MY BOOK IS ABOUT THREE MEN NAME KEVIN, MARK, AND DAVID, WHO GOES THROUGH UPS AND DOWNS ABOUT RELATIONSHIPS AND ARE BUT IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS. SO FAR I GOT ONLY MY FIRST SENTENCE WHICH IZ "ANGELA OPEN HER EYES TO THE SOUND OF APRIL SCREAMING". THANk YOU VERY MUCH I WOULD LOVE IF YOU COULD GET BACK TO ME MY EMAIL ADDRESS IS moneyovaniggazz@yahoo.com

Name: Bettye Griffin, Wisconsin USA
Date: 10 Jul 2008

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I'll tell you who you are, Roslyn. You're still Trevor Carrington's daughter. My father passed away in 1999 (he had a long, happy life, and I thought of him quite a bit last week, as July 6th would have been his 97th birthday), and nobody had better try to tell me I'm not still the daughter of James Gordon Griffin. Life has certainly punched you in the belly lately. I don't think your crying jags are so much a reaction to being dropped by a publisher as they are a reaction to all the stressful situations that have happened in your life these last few months. (I know everybody's different, but when I was told that Arabesque was going in a different direction that did not include me I didn't shed a tear, I just wanted to know what the new direction was so I'd have a clear understanding of exactly what the heck was going on. Of course, by the time the letter came informing me - about eight months later - I'd already figured it out.) You're a talented writer, and there will <i>always</i> be a place in the market for writers with talent. Publishers make changes all the time (especially Harlequin, being one of the larger ones out there). Fortunately, there are other publishers to approach, and you already have demonstrated the ability write in more than one genre. So carry on and keep writing, like the daughter of Trevor Carrington would do. My condolences to you and your family on your losses.

Roslyn replies

Thank you, Bettye. It's good to know that somebody understands, and cares enough to write.

Name: Angela - The Netherlands
Date: 30 Jun 2008

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Hi Ros, Shamrocks... Honey, I am sure that it all work out for you. Love and kisses, Angela

Name: Debs/Fort Wayne
Date: 28 May 2008

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Luvs ya, Ros! I think of you daily in regards to your father. If I could take awawy the pain, you know I would!

Roslyn answers one of her oldest friends

Thank you, Debs. I know you would. I hope yours is doing okay, too.

Name: elizabeth/chaguanas
Date: 20 May 2008

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hey ros! vacation finally here.no more school!! now i can have a few me days! yes im being greedy with it not making it one but a few

Roslyn replies jealously:

Lucky you! Maybe if I get my kids to sleep I can have a 'Me half hour'!

Name: Michelle, USA
Date: 15 May 2008

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Hi Ros Our books came out in April together. Didn't know you were a Trini, I'm English born-Guyana raised. I'm commenting on your Me Day blog. I find that it actually takes about two days to unwind to get to the point where I can enjoy a calmer moment. Of course, that's rare, so then then the Me day becomes rare. Good luck with yours.

Roslyn answers through a cloud of fatigue:

Hi, Michelle. You're right about that! My "Me Day" turned into a "me two hours", which, as you can imagine, didn't do much. One of these good weeks I'll try the two week thing, if I can get over the guilt!

Name: Nigel - Diego Trinidad
Date: 09 May 2008

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Saw you on Gayelle What happen to www.rosylincarrington.com ? what is this scribble scribble thing :-) Nigel

Roslyn answers with great disdain for the e-villains out there:

Someone stole my domain while I was busy giving birth to my daughter, that's what!

Name: Eileen Sabur
Date: 03 May 2008

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We are thinking of you all - what a tragedy for your family. He was a giant of a man who touched us all and made our lives that bit more interesting. It was a great privilege to know him and his imprint can be seen in the great family that he and Cynthia produced. May you all gain the strength to cope with this terrible loss.

Roslyn responds

Thank you, Eileen. That was a very moving tribute. I'll pass it on to my mother.

Name: Ellie, Tampa
Date: 24 Apr 2008

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My sympathies to you, your mother and family. We will all miss his sense of joy and life. I enjoy reading your blog. Recently gave a copy of Dear Rita to my niece Heather. Hope it will inspire her in her writing.

Roslyn replies

Thanks, Ellie. I am grateful for your kind words.

Name: Monique, San Francisco, Calfornia
Date: 24 Apr 2008

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Roslyn, I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Trevor. I want you to know that the Hosein kids loved Uncle Trevor very much. He was great fun. My two most enduring memories of him are Uncle Trevor and Daddy both at UWI in Kingston (or shortly after) calling each other "Genius" and heading out for a watering hole after they say "Let's roll" - I was three or so - and then a good, good fete at your home in Santa Cruz - when we were teens - and seeing Uncle Trevor and Aunt Cynthia dancing, Uncle Trevor was in full "get sumting and wave" mode. A beautiful bright light went out this Saturday night. We are all thinking of your family.

Roslyn replies

Thanks, Monique! I needed to hear that. It's a wonderful image, and just like my father. It was wonderful seeing your Dad and hearing Michael on the phone. Y'all be sure to drop me an e-mail so I can get in touch and hear what you're up to.

Name: Vikera
Date: 02 Apr 2008

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I'm coming home in July and I expect to be furnished with all the books I've missed. I reminisce on the days when you dropped off your draft for me. Dang, that seems like a lifetime ago!! Sheesh...life marches on whether you got the time to put your clothes on or not! *steups* It blows my mind that you are able to accomplish so much WITH the pickneys in tow! You are amazing! :) *smooches* and see you soon.

Roslyn responds testily

Maybe if you'd send me your damn e-mail address, which I can never remember, we can ole blague awhile....

Name: sara nixon west midlands UK
Date: 02 Apr 2008

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Just finished a thirst for rain I really enjoyed this book. Many thanks for a good read.

Roslyn responds

Thank you so much!

Name: elizabeth/chaguanas
Date: 13 Mar 2008

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hey ur on a roll 10 book eh and it's march come on you can do it!

Name: YR
Date: 12 Mar 2008

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My car was overheating yesterday too! The radiator was leaking. Got it all fixed today, after the level of water in the radiator decreased as I was standing there looking at it....

Name: elizabeth/chaguanas
Date: 08 Mar 2008

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dot be jealous jus yet i had two papers and three labs due so it was like school away from school lol i think they are beginning to realize that insane medicine and science students wont do any good in society at all! anyway today is my "clean my room day" its amazing how much stuff one can collect when only two months have passed since i've done a general lol...

Name: elizabeth/chaguanas
Date: 29 Feb 2008

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hey ros ! poppin in again been busy these past few weeks with school n all... they gave us mid semester break so us university students dont go completely insane lol

Roslyn answers jealously

Mid-semester break? Lucky you! In my days at UWI there was no such thing. Insanity was a rite of passage!

Name: Doc
Date: 26 Feb 2008

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Good move, regardless. Regardsmore.

Roslyn replies gratefully:

Thanks. A little encouragement is all I need to keep me going.

Name: Dalia from Maraval
Date: 02 Feb 2008

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Hey Roslyn, for your blog see if you could flex more of your website building skills to have the comments relating to the blog entry come up under it rather than be sent to this general comments area. I wanted to comment specifically on your upcoming review for Kayla Perrin's book to whoop and holler gleefully: fight, fight, fight!! Ha ha :P

Name: sharon, kingston, ja
Date: 02 Feb 2008

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Roslyn, The site looks great. The 50 books challenge is intriguing! I'm rooting for you, girl! One love, Sharon

Name: Angela Knuchel, The Netherlands
Date: 02 Feb 2008

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Hi Ros! Your new site looks great. Love, Angela

Name: elizabeth/chaguanas
Date: 01 Feb 2008

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hey so,ething is different around here! me likes lol btw happy b day. hope you get everything your heart desires (withinreason of course)

Name: APP
Date: 31 Jan 2008

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Hey, Made sure that I checked it out. Not as early as I would have liked to though. All that hard work really paid off Ros. BTW HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Name: Yavani
Date: 31 Jan 2008

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Looking Good! Love the menu on the left. :-)

Name: Rena, Point Fortin
Date: 31 Jan 2008

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I like your site, man, Trini!

Name: elizabeth/chaguanas
Date: 22 Jan 2008

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hi ros whats up wit the story of charli and tariq and nathan? it was going good and it stopped. maybe you should inject some of ur skills so we can get our imagination flowing and add some more. i want to see what happens nex! l8r!

Roslyn answers regretfully

I dunno. It seems to have fizzled out, sadly. I'd almost given up on it! Redesigning a new site now, so maybe when that's up I'll have to rethink it!

Name: elizabeth/chaguanas
Date: 10 Jan 2008

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it's sort of different from what i usually read. i think its cool we have "we own thing " i always kept say we we going to have a trini romance writer? and here you are! keep up the fabulous work! god bless you for 2k8 onwards!

Roslyn replies

Thank you. And God bless you, too, Elizabeth!

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