Readers often ask where the ideas come from. Most of the time, I’m not exactly sure, but I can tell you the exact moment for my latest book.
It all started with Pinterest. One moment, I’m looking at Regency jewelry … which turned to modern jewelry … which turned to engagement rings … which led me to an ad that said that the rock always wins.
Naturally, my mind jumped to the children’s game: Rock, Paper, Scissors. Did you know there is an official web page dedicated to the history of the game? There is.
From ancient hand games, my search led me to antique treasures, namely, Chinese vases … and then to famous historical figures, who graciously agreed to make cameo appearances in my novel.
What do you do with a ring, an old children’s game, an elephant, a clown, a Shakespearean actor/theater manager, a retired soprano, and a Chinese relic? You use them to bring Our Dear Couple together. That’s the makings of a story, friends. (And a great way to justify Pinterest scrolling!)
Here it is! Fitzwilliam Darcy’s Wager!
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