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Multi awarded novelist, model, & UTube actress
“Known for her emotionally charged romantic dramas set against vivid backdrops of love, power, and consequence.”

"An eclectic author whose images in word truly do leave you breathless"...

Best-Selling celebrated Canadian author, Rusty Blackwood, has 14 self-published available titles to her name, and working on her 15th, Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster, the prequel to her 5-star-multi-award-winng Autumn series.

Ms. Blackwood grew up on a rural farm in south-western Ontario, but now resides in the cultural city of St. Catharines, Ontario where she loves tending her gardens, and spending quality time with her family, and friends. ...more

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	Passions in Paris: Revelations of a Lost Diary 4.87 avg rating — 31 ratings — published 2013 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Return to Autumn Part 1 4.66 avg rating — 32 ratings — published 2022 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Perils of Autumn 4.64 avg rating — 22 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Return to Autumn: Part 2 of the 2 part sequel to The Perils of Autumn 4.50 avg rating — 14 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 5 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Willow's Walk it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 3 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Misadventures of Derwood Tugbottom 2.25 avg rating — 4 ratings — published 2011 — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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	Through the Eyes of Innocence it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating — published 2011	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Derwood Goes Caribbean it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Rusty Blackwood made a comment on Oliver’s review of Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster " Thank you for your lovely comment and review. Rusty Blackwood "
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Rusty Blackwood liked Oliver's review of Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster: "Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster is a heartfelt historical novel that explores how determination, passion, and perseverance can transform an ordinary life into an extraordinary one. Set in pre-World War I England, it paints a vivid pi" Read more of this review »
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Rusty Blackwood made a comment on Nerdybibliophilee ’s review of Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster " Thank you so much for this insightful review and rating! Rusty Blackwood "
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Rusty Blackwood liked Nerdybibliophilee 's review of Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster: "“Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster” by Rusty Blackwood is an inspiring historical novel about Cyril Landon, a young man trying to escape poverty and limited options in Gloucestershire, England. Set around World War I, the story capture" Read more of this review »
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Rusty Blackwood made a comment on Katie Meyers’s review of Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster " Thank you for this review, and the wonderful rating, however, "he" is a "she" and if you could correct that address, I would be pleased. Rusty Blackwo ...more "
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Rusty Blackwood liked Katie Meyers's review of Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster: "Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster is a compelling and deeply rewarding exploration of the journey toward excellence in horsemanship. Rusty Blackwood presents far more than a story about horses he offers a thoughtful reflection on disci" Read more of this review »
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Rusty Blackwood made a comment on Sylvie Ashbourne’s review of Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster " Wishing to thank you for your lovely review! Rusty Blackwood "
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Rusty Blackwood liked Sylvie Ashbourne's review of Before the Grandeur: The Making of a Horsemaster: "The Making of a Horsemaster is a moving story of resilience and transformation. Cyril Landon’s journey from poverty in pre-WWI England to finding purpose through horses is both inspiring and heartfelt. I loved how an unexpected opportunity slowly open" Read more of this review »
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Reviewed by: Asher Syed Review Rating: 5 Stars Rusty Blackwood’s Before the Grandeur is the prequel to the Autumn series, pulling back the curtain on Cyril through the years before anyone would think to notice him. The author does an excellent job of mov ...more
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Rusty Blackwood made a comment on Sarrah’s review of The Perils of Autumn " Thank you so much for your review & rating. BNC also features the Peril's 2-part sequel, I hope you will check it out! Rusty Blackwood ...more "
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“I am what I am, and I don't apologize for being honest.”
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“No-one knows your mind better than you do.”
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“The words that come out of your imagination are your own - just be sure they are.”
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“The words that come out of your imagination are your own - just be sure they are.”
― Rusty Blackwood

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“No-one knows your mind better than you do.”
― Rusty Blackwood

tags: as-well-as-life, quotes-for-writers

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“I am what I am, and I don't apologize for being honest.”
― Rusty Blackwood

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“Love, is there even a true description other than knowing your heart will cease to beat without that certain someone in your life?

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― Rusty Blackwood, Passions In Paris: Revelations Of A Lost Diary

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“I believe writing is an endless imaginational journey filled with expressions, colours, textures and passions of the heart and soul.”
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