About Jolyse
Jolyse has always been a dreamer. As a little girl growing up in a small village on the shores of Lake Champlain, she imagined a world of excitement and travel. When she graduated from high school, there wasn’t a mode of transportation invented that could whisk her away quickly enough to begin her life of adventure.
As she matured, Jolyse developed a more practical side, and realized that dreaming wouldn’t pay the bills. She earned a college degree, fell in love with her best friend, and is living happily-ever-after. Who knew the dream house would have two noisy children, a leaky kitchen faucet, a too-hairy cat, and a coddled guinea pig? But with love, it’s all good!
After many fits and starts, Jolyse’s dream of becoming a writer is a reality. Like many stories leading to success, she set goals one day and determined to make it happen. She researches, reads endless books on the craft and in every genre, and is a proud member of RWA. Perhaps most significantly, she creates and writes every day. Her stories are about ordinary people who find extraordinary love. Family dynamics and pressures often play a strong part in her characters’ conflicts and they often encounter challenges. Yet, they still hope for a better tomorrow.
Jolyse has completed a contemporary romance, which won first place in the 14th Annual Dixie First Chapter contest and taught her so much about the craft of writing. Her second completed book, a story set in her favorite exotic locale, is a fast-paced romantic suspense with a dash of fantasy. Current works-in-progress include two more contemporary romance stories and a thriller. Imagination is wonderful!
Romance readers and writers are invited to join Jolyse on this adventure, and she is excited to hear from both about theirs. After all, the people we meet are what make the journey worthwhile!
Visit Jolyse’s Margarita Moments blog each Monday for an escape from the ordinary. Better yet, sign up for a free email subscription so they’ll arrive on schedule for you to enjoy.
Apr 03, 2011 @ 19:10:41
Sounds like an amazing series!
May 15, 2011 @ 15:11:05
Thanks, Dawn! I checked out your blog. Love the waterfall photos!
May 01, 2011 @ 23:58:59
Fabulous! Welcome to the blogsphere!
May 15, 2011 @ 15:12:08
Thanks for the welcome, and I look forward to lots of fun chatting with you!
May 12, 2011 @ 04:00:21
“a too-hairy cat and a coddled guinea pig” Love that!
May 15, 2011 @ 15:14:14
Thanks! Wasn’t Kristen Lamb’s course incredible! I just finished reading WANA–worth every cent! Talk soon.
May 29, 2011 @ 12:44:18
Looking forward to a good read….sounds great! ~Ms. C
May 29, 2011 @ 16:59:14
Thanks! Visit here every Monday for a fun kick-off to your workweek!
Jul 22, 2011 @ 15:52:46
I like how to say “ordinary people who find extraordinary love.” Its intriguing and a perfect “author definition.” I want to find one of those but I can’t sum up what common theme my writing could have. Congratulations on finishing book #1 and already starting #2!
Jul 22, 2011 @ 17:13:33
Hi Nicole! Thanks for the compliments. Keep writing until one day, that perfect author definition will strike.
Dec 10, 2012 @ 09:05:25
Hi Jolyse,
Hope you enjoyed it. Happy Holidays!
Thanks for stopping by my website after seeing Marcia’s RedHot interview!
Cheers,
Elisa
Dec 10, 2012 @ 22:51:11
You’re welcome, Elisa. I’m very curious about Feng Shui, and especially as it relates to physical and emotional health. I have lots of research to do, and your website is a wonderful resource. Thanks for stopping by. My blog is Feng Shui for the daydreaming or traveling soul.
Feb 06, 2013 @ 08:32:42
Nice reading about you.
Thanks. I invite you to visit my blog Ajaytao2010@wordpress.com. Browse through the category sections, I feel you may definitely find something of your interest.
Mar 28, 2013 @ 19:12:13
Love your Shakespeare quote.
Mar 29, 2013 @ 09:22:12
Thanks for stopping by and following, Sheridegrom. Much appreciated!