Discover a New World of Romance with Christine Columbus

I'm so thrilled to announce - The Perfect Country and Western Story is a finalist for the Booksellers' Best Award. The judges are booksellers and librarians and the contest is sponsored by the Greater Detroit chapter. In July the winners will be announced at the RWA (Romance Writers of America) National Conference in Orlando. What fun it is to see other Midwest Fiction Writers: Helen Brenna and Ann Hinnenkamp Congrats to Everyone! TRADITIONAL Helen Brenna From The Outside Lucy Gordon Italian Tycoon, Secret Son Fiona Harper Invitation to the Boss's Ball Glynna Kaye Dreaming Of Home Joselyn Vaughn CEO's Don't Cry SHORT CONTEMPORARY Christine Columbus The Perfect Country and Western Story Robyn Grady The Billionaire's Fake Engagement Sandra Hyatt Having The Billionaire's Baby Geri Krotow What Family Means Lynne Marshall Temporary Doctor, Surprise Father Cara Summers Twin Temptation Cara Summers Christmas Male LONG CONTEMPORARY Lisa Dale Simple WIshes Susan

I am happy living the dream, enjoying everyday and all the people I meet along the way. The Wild Rose Press Retreat - Silver Spur Ranch and Longhorn Saloon in Bandera Texas.

So, after much research and indecision…I decided on purchasing a car. I don’t know why it is – some decisions are so easy – after 27 years at the gas company – I walked away with no regrets…giving my favorite car to my son…no big deal… Purchasing a Car…Tough. I test drove 27 cars… and No I don’t love my new vehicle… it’s more like a marriage of convenience. I needed a car… and I thought this one will work…no fireworks in the sky, no thrill, just an okay – I will take you home. I really thought I’d find a car that thrilled me… I wanted to find a car that made a statement about who I am. Instead I got a car that says…who I’m not.

The Perfect Country And Western Story Review by Melinda from Night Owl Reviews on May 4, 2010. Alexandra is ready for a second chance. Not just any second chance but one that will change her life forever. She’s changed from head to toe and in and out. Everybody has known her as grease monkey Alex always under the hood of a car except this time she is in for a big surprise. She’s tired of always being a third wheel and wants true love in her life. Her mother always believed good things would happen for her. Imagine her surprise when a cowboy hat and Toby Keith brings her a true prince in the form of Ben. Well at least she thought he was a prince. Meeting him again backfires on her and instead of finding happily ever after she is dodging people’s looks of thievery. Everyone is accusing her of thievery, which is not true yet she is determined to prove to Ben that her love is real. Can she change his mind that what they shared before is real and not fake like everyone thinks it is? Ben fo

Although the last time I blogged was March 21st. and the last time I wrote was March 31st. It’s Not a Mid-Life Crisis – although I did celebrate a birthday and I turned 51. It’s Not Spring Fever…Although for the first time ever – Minnesota experienced a March with no snow. It’s Not Lack of Time – I still have 24 hours in a day and my kids are no longer living at home. No the only explanation I can find is … Parker’s Butt. After 40 hours of sitting behind a computer and answering the phone, “Manager’s Office, Christine speaking,” I find the idea of sitting down distasteful. And when given a moment a free time, I hoola hoop, go to Pilates, pluck dandelions, go for long walks and occasionally do enough laundry to get me through another 40 hours of “Manager’s Office, Christine speaking.” I even paid to have my Aura read, hoping to discover a cure for Parker’s Butt – but the only thing I learned was I’m yellow – very creative…but low on energy – which is the number one symptom of Parker’

Night Owl Review Top Pick Trust Your Heart – TWRP Melinda said, “This is one that will enchant you. I loved that Michelle was an average middle-aged woman who has dealt with divorce and betrayal yet still is strong throughout the whole ordeal. This book definitely keeps your attention and I enjoyed the suspense of waiting to find out who gets Michelle’s heart…the new guy or the old guy. Loved it. “ Christine Columbus Web Site Tootin’ Cowboys Ingredients • 2 cups uncooked wagon wheel pasta • 1 (15 ounce) can chili with beans • 1 can black beans, rinsed • 1 small can of corn, drained • 1 can tomato soup • Shredded Cheddar cheese Directions Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the chili, tomato soup, rinsed black beans, and drained corn. Mix well; heat through. Drain and rinse pasta; stir into chili. Garnish with cheese if desired.

On Saturday, I spoke about the Journey of The Perfect Country and Western Story from an idea to the novel. The audience was fellow authors at Midwest Fiction. One of the things that I surprised me – besides how long an hour can be when you are standing in front of a crowd. “I Can Do That…” I was explaining that my diverse publishing credits come from my “I Can Do That…” If I’m at a Craft Fair and I see something I like – instead of purchasing the item, I always think or say…I could make that. When I see a posting and someone is looking for Flash Fiction, Poetry, Prose, Romance or Children story. My first reaction is…I Could Write That… and I generally do… My Latest – I Can Do That… my daughter wanted a Snuggle Blanket… and of course I didn’t buy one… Because I Can Make One – Can’t be too hard.