The Official Author Blog of Colleen Watts Carson. New Post Every Saturday.
July 4th is coming! Sadly my husband has to work that day, but once he's off, we're packing up a picnic and heading to Dallas' Shakespeare in the Park. We'll see As You Like It, and at intermission they'll have a fireworks show. Not sure what I'll do for dinner, but I'll make this pie … Continue reading A Pie Recipe for Your Fourth!
My favorite band in all the world is Queen. Hands down, the best ever. One of their most famous (if not THE most famous) songs is “Bohemian Rhapsody,” which I’m pretty sure you all knew. The opening lyrics are “Is this the real life/or is it just fantasy?” Welcome to the fantasy post! Photo by … Continue reading Why I’m a Huge Fan of Fantasy
Warning: The Sarcasm Ship has entered the port. "So...did you write about me?" I calmly put down my cup of coffee and try not to scream. You know why? Because if I had a dollar for every time I were asked that, I could probably move to writing full time and quit my job. Here's … Continue reading BS Ideas People Have About Writing
WOO! Happy Pride! I hope all my LGBTQIA+ friends, family, and followers have a safe and happy Pride. Please know this is always a safe space for you, and if you ever need someone to listen, please reach out to me. June is almost over, but we have five more days to go! This month, … Continue reading Author Spotlight: Elizabeth Bishop
As I write this post, my husband is standing in the kitchen making spaghetti and meatballs for dinner. Yep, you caught me--I don't write these posts same day. Well, I try my hardest, anyway. Sometimes life just happens. Anyway, he's cooking spaghetti and meatballs. This has been my lifelong favorite food. It's how I judge … Continue reading Lie Noodles
A Cup of Tea and a Pen for Me 