About Patricia Kiyono
During her first career, Patricia Kiyono taught elementary music, computer classes, elementary classrooms, and junior high social studies. She now teaches music education at the university level.
She lives in southwest Michigan with her husband, not far from her five children, nine grandchildren (so far), and great-granddaughters. Current interests, aside from writing, include sewing, crocheting, scrapbooking, and music. A love of travel and an interest in faraway people inspires her to create stories about different cultures. Check out her sweet historical contemporary romances at her Amazon author page: http://www.amazon.com/Patricia-Kiyono/e/B0067PSM5C/
Our Tuesday Fox posed this question: “What is your favorite article of clothing? Why? Where did you get it?” After stewing on this, I decided to tackle the second question first. In order to choose my favorite garment, I had … Continue reading →
Posted in author's life, clothing, Daily life, favorites, Life, lifestyles, Patricia Kiyono, The Author Life
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Tagged Comfort, easy care, Favorite clothing, low stress dress, neutral, versatility, warmth
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It was a busy month, so I’ve only got a handful of titles from my current favorites. Rangers, RVs, and Revenge by Tonya KappesCamper and Criminals, Book 25 The town of Normal, Kentucky is celebrating Daniel Boone Day with several … Continue reading →
Posted in book review, book series, Christmas, contemporary, cozy mystery, free week, Goodreads Challenge, murder mystery, Patricia Kiyono, romance, TBR List, writing
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Tagged Camper and Criminals, Campfires Courage and Convicts, Carlene O'Connor, Deep POV, Gifts Glamping and Glocks, Irish Village Mystery, Marcy Kennedy, Murder at an Irish Christmas, Murder in an Irish Bookshop, Murder in an Irish Cottage, Murder in an Irish Pub, Rangers RVs and Revenge, Tonya Kappes, Trapping Turkeys and Thanksgiving
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Our Friday Fox posed a set of questions that had me scratching my head. She asked, “Have you ever received a personal compliment (not on your looks or writing), that was unexpected or unusual? Would you compare those to odd, … Continue reading →
Our resident hound asked a question that’s been making the rounds in the writing world: “Do you have any fear(s) that A.I. (artificial intelligence) will take-over the production of poetry, scripts, short-stories, novels, articles, reference works?” I’m not a worrier … Continue reading →
Kris Bock is a prolific author and fellow member of the Marketing for Romance Writers group. When she recently announced the title of her new release I had to find out more. I’ve seen and heard about variations on classics … Continue reading →
Posted in author interview, book series, Clean Writing, contemporary, Guest, Guest author, Guest author post, Patricia Kiyono, pets, romance
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Tagged Kris Bock, New Release
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Our Wednesday Fox asked, “What color is your house? Did you pick the color? If you changed it, what color of paint would you pick?” I currently live in a condo community, which means that I have zero say in … Continue reading →
Posted in Daily life, decisions, experiences, Life, Patricia Kiyono
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Tagged choices, colors, compromises, Do I Really Care?, exterior colors, home, paint color
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I assumed I’d have a short review list this month, but despite listening to several longer books I have nine titles for you! Hope you find one you like. Lanterns, Lakes, and Larceny by Tonya KappesCamper and Criminals, Book 21 … Continue reading →
Posted in audiobooks, book review, book series, Books, contemporary, cozy mystery, fantasy, futuristic, murder mystery, Mystery stories, novels, Patricia Kiyono, TBR List
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Tagged Adventure Abuduction and Arrest, Camper and Criminals, Carlene O'Connor, Dune, Frank Herbert, Irish Village Mystery, Jackets Jack O'Lanterns and Justice, Lanterns Lakes and Larceny, Murder at an Irish Wedding, Murder in an Irish Churchyard, Murder in an Irish Village, Santas Sunrises and Suspicions, Tonya Kappes, Vistas Vices and Valentines
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Our resident hound asked, “Which of the following would you choose (for the next two hours) if you had complete schedule freedom, plus availability, accessibility, etc?” My first thought: ONLY TWO HOURS????!!!!! Why not a day, or even a week? … Continue reading →
Posted in author's life, Daily life, Dealing with stress, decisions, experiences, favorites, Life, Patricia Kiyono, reading, TBR List, time management, What if
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Tagged activities, choices, conversing, how to fill time, reading, restaraunts, unsctructured time, what to do
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This month I’m honored to feature another Michigan author! Linda Bradley is a fellow member of the Greater Detroit Romance Writers, and she participates in some of the write-ins I attend, both online and in-person. Linda writes romances in western … Continue reading →
Posted in author's life, authors, book series, Books, Guest author, Guest author post, New Release, Patricia Kiyono, romance
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Tagged guest author, horseback riding, Linda Bradley, Montana Bound, western romance, Writing a series
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This week, I asked my fellow bloggers to weigh in on their descriptions of an ideal writing spot. I’m not certain why I suggested this topic. I’m actually pretty happy with the writing spot I have right now. Maybe it’s … Continue reading →
Posted in author's life, blogging, Daily life, Patricia Kiyono, The Author Life, writers
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Tagged distractions, focus, getting away, just write, wishful thinking, writing space
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Four Foxes, One Hound 