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C. Lee McKenzie

Young Adult and Middle Grade Author

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Sneak Peek #9 Especially for You on this 1st IWSG Wednesday.

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This is Day 9 of my Character Reveal series for my next book—title TBA soon. I’ll post a new character and a one-question T/F Quiz each Wednesday until I run out of characters. Those who comment most AND answer the most questions correctly will receive a signed book (bookplate sent separately) and a chance at 1 of 2 $10.00 Gift Certificates. I’ll announce future winners at the end of the Reveal. The books and the CG’s will be sent out upon publication. Sorry, but I can only send signed books to U.S. However, I can send an eBook to international winners.

To enter, leave a comment and type the answer to the quiz at the end of your comment (A, B, or C) I’ve left links to previous posts if you’re joining me late, so you can work your way back if you want to see the other posts and comment. Here’s last week’s POST.

Meet Javier

Javier

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At last, romance. Well, some. I felt the story had to have someone interesting for Libby to meet, so I wrote Javier Martin into her life. He’s from Argentina and here in the U.S. to study livestock management. When he and Libby meet, they’re attracted to one another. All would go well if they didn’t have this pesky, interfering author in charge, but they do, so what could have been a happy ever after story, is more complicated.

Here’s one of their first moments:

I’d just made it to my room when my cell chimed. I pulled it out of my pocket and stared at the name on the screen. Javier Martín.
“Hello?” 
“It’s Javier from the pool. Do you remember me?” His low-pitched voice came through the phone even deeper and richer than when we’d talked earlier today.
How could I not remember? Just hearing him made butterflies dance along my arms. “How…how did you get my phone…my number?” Why was I stammering? Surprised, I guessed. That and until today, I hadn’t realized just how hungry I was for some male energy in my life.

Quiz: Here are some interesting facts about Argentina, except only one is correct. Which one?
A. Basketball is Argentina’s favorite sport.
B. Che Guevara admired Argentina but never visited.
C. The name Argentina comes from the Latin word for silver – Argentum

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Every month, we announce a question that members can answer in their IWSG post. These questions may prompt you to share advice, insight, a personal experience, or story. Include your answer to the question in your IWSG post or let it inspire your post if you are struggling with something to say. 

Remember, the question is optional!

August 4 question – What is your favorite writing craft book? Think of a book that every time you read it you learn something or you are inspired to write or try the new technique. And why?

I’m skipping this month’s question, but I’ll be interested in reading what others have to say.

The awesome co-hosts for the August 4 posting of the IWSG arePK Hrezo,Cathrina Constantine,PJ Colando,Kim Lajevardi, and Sandra Cox!

Did you hear the news? No? Well, here it is!

IWSG got another Award.

And speaking of CONTESTS…If you’re a ROMANCE WRITER, you still have time to enter your story for a chance to be included in the next IWSG ANTHOLOGY.

Be sure to read the submission guidelines and meet the deadline of September 1.

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QUOTE OF THE MONTH: “You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams.” Dr. Seuss

Comments

    • IWSG is the bomb, isn’t it? Am I dating myself with that slang? So easy to do.
      Hey! Thanks for playing this little game with me. I love having you along.

  5. I like the idea of a complicated romance with Javier. Most romances are much more interesting if they are some what complicated!

    The true answer is C…….the word for silver.

  6. I thought I left a comment earlier, but I don’t see it. I really want you o know what a great picture I saw when I read the butterflies danced along her arms. So cute. I believe C is the answer to your quiz.

  8. Hi Lee – well I’d have got that wrong … as I didn’t read the questions properly! But C now my head is in gear. The author has control … poor romancers! Cheers Hilary

  10. What a great way of getting us intrigued by your new book 🙂 How many days are you doing it?
    And C, from me. 🙂

    • I’m glad you like it, Jemima. I have 12 days in all with the last one being the main character. I only publish once a week on Wednesday. Thanks for visiting.

  11. C. I’m pretty sure that’s correct. (I read the question as one “wasn’t” correct, so I knew I wasn’t going to pick C. Then I noticed the other comments and realized I misread the question. Oops.)

  12. Truly tantalizing! You are quite good at this, and you’re killing me – softly 😉
    There are quite a few amazing fun facts about Argentina – so much to love. I’m going with C in answer to your question.
    Have a wonderful month!

  14. I’m guessing C.
    Whoa, love that photo — I’m not surprised Javier has butterflies dancing along her arms! What is it about Argentina? One of my recent characters, Valentina from Summer Blaze, is also from there! 🙂

  16. “C” because perhaps Argentina was named by those conquistadores who sought silver as they rode roughshod over native cultures. And Argentina has the best coffee in the world!
    This is the first scene I’ve read, and that image “butterflies danced along my arms” was lovely. May the month go very well for you!

    • We’re keeping our fingers crossed here. So far the fires are in the north. Last August it was our area. I guess those in charge of natural disasters are equal opportunity distributors. Thanks so much for the visit and the comment.

  18. Hi, Cheryl-Lee!

    I can sense the excitement building, and look forward to learning the title of your new book. (Helpful hint: War and Peace, Gone with the Wind and Holy Bible are already taken. 🙂 It’s interesting that Argentinian Javier is here in the states to study livestock management. I can picture Libby taking Javier as her Latin lover, giving new meaning to the term “animal husbandry.” 🙂 Sorry, I felt the need to work that one in.

    I love the quote by Dr. Seuss. It tells the truth. I can remember losing a significant amount of weight the few times I fell in love. I couldn’t eat, couldn’t sleep, and my metabolism was racing day and night. I was a ball of nervous energy and the pounds melted off. That was actually a problem decades ago, because I was already slim. My waistline would benefit greatly if I fell in love again in 2021. 🙂

    Have a wonderful August, dear friend Cheryl-Lee!

  19. Hi, Lee… All caught up. I had no idea I had missed so many. Javier… great name. There always needs to be a latin to spice things up, especially with a sexy deep voice.

    Answer: C

  20. C. Argent=silver.

    As for making your characters’ lives harder… that’s our job as writers, isn’t it? I honestly think my biggest flaw as a writer is that I really hate being mean to my characters!

    • IWSG does a great job, but it’s because of its members that it succeeds. And I too love those authors who dabble in lives of their characters and make them miserable. 🙂

  24. Ooh–the plot thickens! Now Javier needs a rival, an unhinged ex-Green Beret named Elmer Thudpucker, who has to win Libby’s heart or die trying.

    C is true.

  31. Congrats on the upcoming release – and the best foreshadowing to draw potential readers/buyers in!

    I vote for B. Che Guevara may/may not have admired Argentina, but I do – got to visit several years ago. While I got tangled in the tango lesson, I found the populace literate and eager to converse with Americans! Nice wines and steak, too.

    • Tangled in tango! I love that image and I love the tango. Where would be better to take lessons in that exciting dance than in Argentina? You did the perfect thing.

  32. Oooo, I love a little romance in every book. Teenagers get butterflies in their stomachs when meeting someone interesting, yet so too, adults. I like the snippet.

  33. Ooh Javier sounds cute! And I’ll go with answer C.
    Congrats on IWSG for another award! I still can’t believe how much it has grown in the last few years!

    • I know. And I do believe it still has integrity and a genuine desire to help authors suceed. Besides, because of IWSG I get to meet great people with a shared interest.

  35. I’m going to say….C. Huge congrats on the up-coming release! I’m hooked already and can’t wait to learn the title

    • I think the publisher will go with the title I’ve chosen, but I’m waiting to make sure before announcing it. I’ve had titling issues in the past. Thanks for taking part in the quiz.

  36. We, writers, are always detrimental for our characters’ peace of mind. Their lives would be boring without us.
    The answer to your quiz is simple – C. Wikipedia says so.