Don’t Forget!

Posted by Leslie on May 28th, 2008 | No Comments

In celebration of my new release, A TARNISHED HEART, I’m drawing a name from those who are signed up for my newsletter or have commented on any post during the month of May. The winner will receive a heart keychain, jewelry, and more! Only a few more days, so please stop by and say hello or add your name to my list!

Internet Down

Posted by Leslie on May 26th, 2008 | No Comments

all weekend long…sigh. In a way, it was nice to not have that pull of I MUST CHECK MY EMAIL AND EVERYTHING ELSE ON THE WEB. I actually spent time in my garden, and with my kids, and washed some clothes.

On the other hand, AACCCKKKKKKKK!!!!!! It couldn’t have happened at a worse time! Friday was my BLOG DAY at Writers At Play and I never got the chance to respond to any comments! Now, several new posts have gone up over there. Plus, I had a reader from Australia email me about A TARNISHED HEART and I didn’t see it for several days.

Anyway, I had a signing at a friend’s house on Friday night. It was fun. Sold about nine books (both ATH and PRICE). I also got two new books in the mail to read - YAY! - and I’ll write about them once I finished reading. Other than that, I’m scurrying to read and catch up! Sorry I was MIA for the whole weekend!

Interview at History Hoydens!

Posted by Leslie on May 20th, 2008 | No Comments

Stop on over and read my interview and maybe even leave a comment! LOL!

New Interview

Posted by Leslie on May 19th, 2008 | No Comments

From Behind the Editor’s Desk did an interview with me today, since A TARNISHED HEART was just shipped to my house. WOOT! It’s SO cool to hold a copy of my book in my hands. Wow. Don’t forget I have personally autographed copies for sale from this website. Just check out my homepage!

Comments on my writing

Posted by Leslie on May 14th, 2008 | 4 Comments

or rather A TARNISHED HEART over at writer-writer, where Suzanne James has this to say about the story:

I liked her hero. He was everything you’d want in a husband, kind, a bit off balance, and deeply loyal to love. The best thing about this book is the sex scenes. I never felt any were intrusive, fake, or forced. I usually skim the sex scenes because they feel like ‘filler’ but I enjoyed these ones.

She also brings up MARK OF THE MONSTER after I described the premise and plot to her, saying:

I like the new type of Gothic Novels. Leslie is trying to pitch one now that has sexual tension, but no perversion. It is a great ‘beauty and the beast’ style story without following the template.

Thanks, Suz!!

Coffee Time Romance reviews ATH

Posted by Leslie on May 12th, 2008 | 2 Comments

Alex at Coffee Time gave A TARNISHED HEART three cups and called it “a good read.”

A Tarnished Heart is an enjoyable read. The characters of Lizzie and Evan are handled well, and their relationship develops naturally yet inexorably. It is amusing at times to see how they dance around each other, neither of them willing to admit the depth of their attraction. The plot line also works quite well and keeps the story moving forward.

Cover talk!

Posted by Leslie on April 11th, 2008 | 1 Comment

How cool is this? Playpal C. L. Wilson had one of her covers highlighted at Better.tv! Interesting to see how covers are created at these bigger publishers!

Also, I covet this cover! It’s perfect for A TARNISHED HEART! Red hair, lace-up corset…ideal! (Looks like a good read, too!)

First Review for A Tarnished Heart!

Posted by Leslie on April 1st, 2008 | No Comments

Catch this great review for A Tarnished Heart written by Mirella Patzer…especially the last part! Thank you Mirella!!!

Leslie Dicken has written a truly heart-warming novel about love that blossoms despite the circumstances that threaten to keep a young couple apart. The story is rich in detail, vivid in description, and historically accurate to the times. This is a romance that you can instantly escape into the story with its believable characters and plot. Leslie Dicken is one author to watch and follow if you are a fan of historical fiction.

Thursday Thirteen!

Posted by Leslie on March 6th, 2008 | 3 Comments

{Edition XVIII}

Thirteen Things I Find Interesting Today

1. My Newest Cover
2. Today’s “Will Write for Chocolate”
3. The latest in Romance Bashing
4. Can anyone learn to taste wine?
5. Can a machine see what we’re thinking? (ACK!!)
6. More on Romance - It’s Everywhere, So Get Used to it!
7. Chatting about the High Concept idea in novels.
8. Sad - Endangered Animals have become the new “Blood Diamonds.”
9. Is Brain Size determined by what we eat?
10. Erotica Writers - Then and Now
11. Ripping Bodices in the 18th Century
12. Don’t Die or you’ll be severely punished!!
13. Cool Science Tattoos!

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