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Primrose: A Small Look Into Embracing Calla

A look into the romance novel Embracing Calla “Marilyn told me to ally with Rose, but I informed her that if Poppy didn’t tell Rose, I’m not going to. There’s a reason we don’t let Rose know things. She likes to talk and speaks without thinking, so the last thing I need is for Rose […]

Tamara Mapstead 10 months agoFebruary 29, 2024

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Unraveling the Complexities

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 Rose, exploring the nuances that make her both compelling and complex. At first glance: Rose may appear to be your typical know-it-all. It’s a trait that’s both endearing and […]

Tamara Mapstead 10 months agoFebruary 29, 2024

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Behind-the-Scenes: Pattern For Success

There was a time when I thought writing Embracing Calla would be easy. That is not a lie, when I found a rhythm and started to focus on writing fully, it was easy. However, when it came to how to publish my manuscript I was well out of my league. What I did: I did everything […]

Tamara Mapstead 10 months agoFebruary 28, 2024

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Lingering Touch: The Unfolding Story of Embracing Calla

***This is an excerpt from Embracing Calla by Tamara Mapstead. Chapter Two Calla: Tuesday, June 1st, 2021 It’s the first day of June, and over the past week I’ve shocked even myself with all the crazy things I’ve done. I went and looked at an apartment, and I decided to get it. Yesterday, I put […]

Tamara Mapstead 10 months agoFebruary 27, 2024

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The Beauty of Sisterhood

In the romance novel, Embracing Calla, readers are introduced to a Rose. Who adds depth of love and the lengths to which we go for the ones we hold dear. Primrose “Rose” Mills was born on November 27, 1989, in Palo Alto, California. She holds a Nursing Degree in hand and specializes as an OB […]

Tamara Mapstead 10 months agoFebruary 27, 2024

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Benedict: A Small Look Into Embracing Calla

A look into the romance novel Embracing Calla “I purposely make some of my hair go out of place so she can fix it. It seems lame, but I think that would make her day. Plus, she’ll touch my hair, and I like that.” -Benedict “Calla, I honestly lack passion. I’ve never been able […]

Tamara Mapstead 10 months agoFebruary 22, 2024

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Behind-the-Scenes: Erotica to Spicy

When I first started Embracing Calla I was aiming for Erotica. I sent my first draft to the editor it had a whopping 23 foreplay scenes and 13 intimate scenes. If you read Behind-the-Scenes: From Fear to Series you’ll know that my editor loved the scenes. She thought I shouldn’t remove them, and I honestly […]

Tamara Mapstead 10 months agoFebruary 17, 2024

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Embracing Calla Prologue – A Romance That Starts Before Chapter One!

***This is an excerpt from Embracing Calla by Tamara Mapstead. Prologue: Benedict May 1st, 2019 These silver keys in the palm of my hand are the biggest mistake of my life. Did I drive five hundred miles for these two tiny keys? I don’t remember getting in the car, but I guess I did. For […]

Tamara Mapstead 10 months agoFebruary 12, 2024

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Primrose: A Small Look Into Embracing Calla

Unraveling the Complexities

Behind-the-Scenes: Pattern For Success

Lingering Touch: The Unfolding Story of Embracing Calla

The Beauty of Sisterhood

Benedict: A Small Look Into Embracing Calla

Behind-the-Scenes: Erotica to Spicy

Embracing Calla Prologue – A Romance That Starts Before Chapter One!

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