Tag: sebastian

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No Role is Too Small For Poppy

Embracing Calla presents a compelling narrative that dives deep into the essence of perception and misunderstanding of human relationships. I’d like to share a tidbit about Poppy, exploring the nuances that make her both compelling and complex. Planting the poppy seeds: Poppy isn’t in the novel a lot, maybe four times, but she’s mentioned all […]

Tamara Mapstead 
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From Blame to Bond: Scapegoating

In the romance novel Embracing Calla, scapegoating is a prominent topic throughout the entire book. Sebastian is the scapegoat. So I thought a discussion about the topic would be sociable. To Begin: Scapegoating within the family or in friendships can have a lasting effect on overall health. This harmful pattern, where one person is unfairly blamed […]

Tamara Mapstead 
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Finding Balance of the Heart

Embracing Calla presents a compelling narrative that dives deep into the essence of perception and misunderstanding of human relationships. I’d like to share a tidbit about Sebastian, exploring the nuances that make him both compelling and complex. Finding balance: Sebastian is that typical heartthrob who once was a player. Finding the joy in sex not […]

Tamara Mapstead 
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Sebastian: The Hidden Soul

In the enchanting world of Embracing Calla, a heartwarming romance novel that promises to tug at your heartstrings, readers will be introduced to the endearing character of Sebastian Elijah York. Born on September 2, 1990, in sunny San Diego, California. Sebastian’s a vibrant misunderstood look at charm, happiness, and a fun-loving spirit. His playful nature is […]

Tamara Mapstead 
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Embracing the Illusions of Love

Embracing Calla presents a compelling narrative that dives deep into the essence of love, not through the rose-tinted glasses of fairytales, but through the flawed perceptions of its characters. Today, I want to share a little tidbit from this novel that has profoundly impacted my understanding of love. Benedict’s perspective on love: Growing up, Benedict idolized […]

Tamara Mapstead 
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Real Life, Tears, and Music

The myriad personalities that inhabit the pages of my novel Embracing Calla seem to swirl around me, each a reflection of some facet of my own psyche. Writing, for many authors, is an act of introspection, a way to navigate the complexities of their thoughts and feelings. For me, it’s a bit like holding up […]

Tamara Mapstead 
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