JANUARY 1, 2012 - A (RARE) WORD FROM THE OWNER

I don't make New Year's Resolutions, but in terms of my blog I did try to come up with some new ideas for the New Year and here's one I hope you'll approve.  Just as I am no artist but simply told my husband (who was), "I only know what I like,"--well, so too with books.  I don't read many, don't have time, and I am not a book reviewer.  Still, I know what I like and have often tried to share space here with promotions for authors whose books I enjoy.  To carry that one step further, I'd like to give the occasional review--just my opinion, for what it's worth, unsolicited.  A review from the heart, in other words.  Understand that if I read a book and it isn't my cup of tea, my lips are sealed.  Our books are our children and I will not disparage your writing any more than I would your child.  Some people enjoy that.  I don't.

So know that I may pop in with the occasional review, in this case of books set somewhere in the Celtic world.  If it gives someone an idea for their next read, so be it.  There are no rules on this blog beyond those of good taste and friendship!  So to all my blog friends, may 2012 be for you a year of peace and prosperity.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Wishing you a happy, healthy and prosperous 2012!!!

A SEASON OF LOVE

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Wishing all our readers and contributors here at The Celtic Rose a season of peace, love and joy.

Merry Christmas

I want to wish everyone here at The Celtic Rose a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
I hope 2012 brings you HEALTH, LOVE, and PEACE!!!!

God Bless!
Sarah Hoss

LOVING THE NORSEMAN BY KRIS TUALLA

Perhaps you have already viewed the trailer shown below this one.  "Loving the Knight"  is the prequel to Kris's  historical romance, "Loving the Norseman," shown here.  I have thoroughly enjoyed both books set in the ancient Scottish/Norse world.  I hope you'll get the same pleasure from watching her beautiful videos.

"NORWAY IS THE NEW SCOTLAND" - Books by Kris Tualla

Please enjoy this lovely trailer by Kris Tualla, author of the Hansen Series. For those who love historical romance in the Scottish/Norse setting of old, these are must reads.

THE KING'S DAUGHTER

Just want to share some happy news with my blog family.  This one is really special to me.  My fantasy historical romance, The King's Daughter, has been accepted by Victory Tales Press and will be re-released in February, 2012.  The book will be available in print this time and I will probably put my copy on my pillow and kiss it every night!  Honestly, I'm so in love with this book and hero that it's embarrassing.  What can I say?  It got 5+ reviews out the wazoo, so apparently some other people liked it, too.  If you didn't catch it first time out or want it in print, it will be available in February. 

The book is Book I of the Chronicles of Alcinia, the story of Tarabenthia, born to a dying queen and an ambitious king.  Tia is heir to the throne, but when the idyll of her childhood ends she defies her father, tipping the balance in a world poised on the brink of war--leaving history to judge whether she is heroine or harlot.  In a time of war, what would you sacrifice in the name of love?

Here's a peek at the cover by Laura Shinn:

If you like historical fantasy in settings reminiscent of Ancient Rome and Roman Britain, I hope you'll consider giving this one a try when it's available.  But in any case, enjoy Laura's cover!  :)