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Posted by on December 8, 2014 in Uncategorized.

Really cool high tide this morning.



Posted by on November 24, 2014 in Uncategorized.

This morning around 7. High tide.



Posted by on November 18, 2014 in Uncategorized.

My dog Joey noticed that the sale on THE DAYS OF HAIRAWN MUHLY does not start until Nov. 20. Sorry for the oops! I should listen to my dog more – he’s usually right.



Posted by on October 17, 2014 in Uncategorized.

This is a photo of my sister, Mary Ellen, brother John and myself in the early 1970s when I worked as first mate on my father’s boat CLOUD NINE.  The boat was docked at the marina across the road from the Dolphin Pier next to Buddy’s Pirate. The Pirate was an old World War II PT boat, Buddy Mizzell was the captain. Wow! what a great time in the history of Topsail Island.

 Topsail still has lots to offer. In fact, this weekend Autumn with Topsail is taking place with lots of vendors, food and live music. I’ll be there with my Topsail Island trilogy – it is complete and makes a great Christmas present. But there are so many gifts and treasures to be found this weekend – local artists abound with an eclectic array of “stuff”. Come check out Autumn with Topsail this weekend at Topsail Beach.



Posted by on October 10, 2014 in Uncategorized.

This photo was taken at Swan Point Marina in Snead’s Ferry by Laura Hackney, a wonderful artist and crafts person. She is one of the artists that will be at Autumn with Topsail. I’ll be there too with my Topsail trilogy. Hope you will come and enjoy the festivities. Lots and lots of vendors, food, games and musicians will be there, Oct 18th and 19th. Come on and join in the fun.

This photo (above) along with several others and an article about the lifestyle at the marina can be seen in the magazine LIVIN’ OUT LOUD –  it celebrates the active lives of seniors and boomers in the southeast coastal area of our lovely state.Check out this publication, I think you’ll enjoy it and find it very informative.


Posted by on September 29, 2014 in Uncategorized.

This is what was left of Scotch Bonnet Fishing Pier a couple of years ago.  Oh if only those pilings could talk.

 At one time there were nine fishing piers on the island. Starting at the north end of the island there was McKee’s Pier, then Paradise, Ocean City, Scotch Bonnet, Barnacle Bill’s, Surf City Pier, Dolphin, Jolly Roger and then the Sound Pier.


Posted by on September 4, 2014 in Uncategorized.

THE BRIDGE TO PARADISE  is ready!! I hope you like the cover and hope you enjoy the final book in the Topsail Island trilogy. This has been a project very near and dear to my heart especially since the bridge that has been such a part of Topsail is due to be destroyed 2020.

This series has been my way of preserving the wonderful way of life that existed on Topsail and in many ways still does.  The island is unique, low key, family oriented and friendly – there is no other place like it. Thanks so much to my childhood friends and thanks to those of you who have expressed interest in my books – believe me, it is food for the soul. 
This last book is available on Amazon, but if you would like a personalized book from me I will be at the Holly Ridge Sampler, Sept. 20 and at Autumn with Topsail in Oct. You may also contact me via facebook or phone to order one. 
(an aside to a purchaser – please contact me- I’ve lost your address – you know who you are- thanks)
Next Spring I have a new series of books beginning – the first is titled  WATERLOGGED.  This is a modern day murder series that takes place on our lovely island. Ooooh! I am presently working on it and it is lots of fun – chock full of sinister tourists and nefarious locals.
Thanks to all!! 


Posted by on August 13, 2014 in Uncategorized.

 

1963 – me and one of the several dogs I had when I was a kid on Topsail. My first 2 piece bathing suit. Momma bought it for me at the PX at Camp Lejeune. I wore it all summer and even slept in it. 

GOOD NEWS! TOMORROW AT 3 PM THERE WILL BE A BOOK SIGNING AT THE QUARTER MOON. 
Please come and purchase a book if you have not already. Y’all know the Quarter Moon has a vast collection of books – come check them out. ALSO – I have 10% coupons to give for THE BRIDGE TO PARADISE which should be out in a couple of weeks.



Posted by on August 13, 2014 in Uncategorized.

This is the cover – the one chosen for THE BRIDGE TO PARADISE. The book is now at the editors and should be out in a couple of weeks. I have been overjoyed with the response and hope that my followers and readers will enjoy this last installment of the Topsail Island trilogy. I’m going to miss my characters.

I will post as soon as the editor is finished and the book is available. As the others, it will be available on Amazon, Quarter Moon, Surf Side, The Mermaid’s Purse. Of course you can always reach me on facebook. Thank you. Carol Ann Ross



Posted by on July 10, 2014 in Uncategorized.

I haven’t decided just what to do with my cover for THE BRIDGE TO PARADISE but I know and from what I’m getting from my readers – a picture of the bridge is a MUST! Any suggestions are appreciated, but No promises.  I really want some feedback. Thanks.