Author Archives: Simona Taylor

About Simona Taylor

Roslyn Carrington is a schizophrenic freelance writer whose alter ego, Simona Taylor writes crazy/sexy/funny romance novels for Harlequin Kimani.

Roses Hezekiah – Doing what she loves

Posted on May 3, 2012 by Simona Taylor

“I believe in living life to the fullest.  If you want to do something, do it; just try not to hurt people along the way.  Enjoy friends and family and love the people around you.”  Rosemarie Hezekiah, known to everyone … Continue reading →

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Book #13 – E is for Fantastic as Usual

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Simona Taylor

E is for Evidence by Sue Grafton.  Okay, I admit it, I’m a Kinsey Milhone junkie. I’m working my way through the series and am not afraid to say that I crave them so much I think it wise to … Continue reading →

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Book #12 was, well, meh.

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Simona Taylor

1,001 Facts That Will Scare the Shit Out of You bills itself as the ultimate bathroom reader.  Maybe there were a few interesting titbits in there, but each one was followed by a trite and sarky comment that, frankly, got … Continue reading →

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Book #11 is Across from Lapeyrouse

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Simona Taylor

Across from Lapeyrouse, by Nathalie Taghaboni.  A lovely book from a good friend of mine.  Across from Lapeyrouse is a true-true Trini book, full of surprises and lots of drama. You can feel the Carnival brewing in the air, and … Continue reading →

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Books #3-10 are TOP secret

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Simona Taylor

Wish I could go into detail about books #3-10, but they were part of my RWA RITA judging, so, ya know, mum’s the word.  I can say, however, that I read a broad spectrum of books, from historical romance to … Continue reading →

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Book #2 was pretty dumb

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Simona Taylor

Book #2 in my 50 book challenge was Uncle John’s Book of the Dumb 2.  A fair enough read, if a little trivial, but what do you expect from a bathroom reader, which is pretty much where you read it. … Continue reading →

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Another UpMarket Soaper

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Simona Taylor

Here’s a link to a cute website by soaper Shaddz, who was also at UpMarket. Try her here.

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Lost my virginity

Posted on March 4, 2012 by Simona Taylor

My craft market virginity, that is!  I set up my first stall to sell soaps at Up Market in Woodbrook on Saturday.  I had a lovely time, sold a few soaps, and met lots of people.  Nice to know my … Continue reading →

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Simona’s Suds’ March catalogue is here!

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Simona Taylor

The Soap of the Month for March is Maracas Bay.  The brainchild of a raving lunatic, it’s made with coconut oil, sea water and sand, and scented with eucalyptus, rosemary, clary sage and sweet orange essential oils.  You know a … Continue reading →

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How to tell if he’s wrong for you

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Simona Taylor

A good man. That’s pretty much what we women want in our lives, someone who treats us well, makes his own way in the world, and is kind to puppies and small children. Doesn’t sound like a lot to ask, … Continue reading →

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