April 2011
52 posts
On the Bookshelf: Henrietta The Dragon Slayer by... →
From Chapter 1 Battle-hardened and braveReady for the fight Henrietta the Dragon Slayer Swings with all her might —From the chorus of the Song of the Dragon Slayer
Henrietta…
Serial Novel: The Biker's Wench, Chapter 67 →
This serial novel is posted in draft form every Tuesday and Friday.
Ch. 1 | Ch. 2 | Ch. 3 | Ch. 4 | Ch. 5 | Ch. 6 | Ch. 7| Ch. 8 | Ch. 9 | Ch. 10 |Ch. 11 | Ch. 12 |
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Rachelle Gardner, Literary Agent: Writing vs.... →
An excellent thought to ponder…
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The Business Rusch: Sea Changes | Kristine Kathryn... →
Important information for trad and self-pubbed authors alike. Knowledge is power.
Writing Notes: What are *you* doing here? →
I got back the edits for my next short erotica this week, and was happy to see mainly nit-picky things (that I was equally as happy to fix). My editor even added a couple commas – crazy! The one…
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Isn’t It Really Just About…The “Romance”? | Ronald... →
This is just too funny. ;-)
Serial Story: The Biker's Wench, Ch. 66 →
This serial novel is posted in draft form every Tuesday and Friday.
Ch. 1 | Ch. 2 | Ch. 3 | Ch. 4 | Ch. 5 | Ch. 6 | Ch. 7| Ch. 8 | Ch. 9 | Ch. 10 |Ch. 11 | Ch. 12 |
On the Bookshelf: Hoodoo Money by Sharon Cupp... →
From Chapter 1
“What do you get when you bite a ghost?” Braeden McKay managed a weak smile and whispered, “A mouthful of sheet.”
The joke wasn’t any funnier now than it…
Clicking Along & Book Packaging →
I get that most writers don’t want to really be “running a business”. I’m sort of an anomaly there, because I find that while some aspects of business are just “things that must be done”, for the…
Serial Story: The Biker's Wench, Ch. 65 →
This serial novel is posted in draft form every Tuesday and Friday.
Ch. 1 | Ch. 2 | Ch. 3 | Ch. 4 | Ch. 5 | Ch. 6 | Ch. 7| Ch. 8 | Ch. 9 | Ch. 10 |Ch. 11 | Ch. 12 |
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The Other Side of the Story: Why Ask Why? Because... →
Excellent advice for plotting & moving characters about logically….
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Random Friday: PEEP Show, Llama Font, Giveaways... →
Hilarious - go look. You know you want to. ;-)
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The Business Rusch: Royalty Statements Update |... →
Traditionally published? Might want to recheck those royalty statements after you read this….
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Writing For Harlequin: How To Choose A Category... →
Wanna write category romance? Here’s some helpful tips from Samantha Hunter on how to choose which one…
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Visiting Reality: What's a stuggling writer to... →
This is just too funny! :-)
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How to Bring Your Writing to Life With the... →
More excellent advice from K.M. Weiland…
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The Business and Standing Operating Procedures of... →
Good reminders for any serious author.
On the Bookshelf: Sojourn with a Stranger by Keta... →
Sojourn with a Stranger by Keta Diablo Excerpt
Derek dropped into an overstuffed chair opposite Raine, pulled the leather pouch and brown envelope from his vest pocket, and placed…
2010 Business Report →
Like many other procrastinators, I finally did my taxes this week. TurboTax is a life-saver, but unfortunately, it can’t round up all your receipts and miscellaneous paperwork for you, which is…
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My Writer’s World- goals | Vivian Arend →
The wise words of a wanderer. :-)
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Self-Publishing Central: Tech Update for Authors →
What a great post - get ahead of the crowd…what have you got to lose? ;-)
Guest Post: Location, Location, Location by Greg... →
We had a little mix-up with the guest post yesterday, but I’m happy to welcome author Greg Messel to the blog today to talk about where he gets his ideas! Pull up a chair and grab a scone…
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The Independent Author Network: Book Review:... →
Movie book alert! :-)
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Montana’s Civil War — Introduction | Writing Near... →
Civil war buff? Check out this series by Carol R. Ward, Montana historical fiction author…
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New Self-Pub Release: TWO PERFECT — And Chocolate.... →
Check it out - my buddy Sam has a new book out (I’ve read it…it’s *hot* and fabulous, as usual)! Go grab a copy! :-)
Serial Novel: The Biker's Wench, Chapter 62 →
This serial novel is posted in draft form every Tuesday and Friday.
Ch. 1 | Ch. 2 | Ch. 3 | Ch. 4 | Ch. 5 | Ch. 6 | Ch. 7| Ch. 8 | Ch. 9 | Ch. 10 |Ch. 11 | Ch. 12 |
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Dean Wesley Smith » Think Like a Publisher #7… A... →
Serious about setting up as your own publishing company? This series is a must-read…
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Carol Morgan ~ Your Words Have Power—a Historical... →
Inspiration to keep writing…
Weekly News & Goals – 4/11/11 →
Mondays would be so much easier if they
started far later, IMO. I’m a night person. As I write this, the
clock reads 12:57am. When this post goes live, it will be right
around 6am, which is what…
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Wordplay: Helping Writers Become Authors: 3 Traits... →
Good information on how to create a strong hero/villain dynamic. They’re closer than you might think…
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The Literary Lab: Literary Fiction Is Not Literary... →
Insightful post on the difference (or if there is one) between classic literary fiction and contemporary literary fiction.
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Levels of Engagement, or Why Authors Need an Email... →
Good info on why newsletters are important…
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Dean Wesley Smith » A Side Note on POD Publishing →
This is a total tease, but check it out. I could *potentially* get my print books in stores. Another good reason to set up as your own publishing business if you’re going indie.
On the Bookshelf: Dragonfly Dreams by Franki... →
From Chapter 1 - Snake in the Pool
Daphne’s boss,
the owner of the construction company where she worked, was anything
but mundane. Richard Gatorman was tall, blond, handsome, and…
Serial Novel: The Biker's Wench, Chapter 61 →
This serial novel is posted in draft form every Tuesday and Friday.
Ch. 1 | Ch. 2 | Ch. 3 | Ch. 4 | Ch. 5 | Ch. 6 | Ch. 7| Ch. 8 | Ch. 9 | Ch. 10 |Ch. 11 | Ch. 12 |
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Random Thoughts: Fire - Chapter 1 →
If you’re not reading this serial draft, you should be! Fabulous space opera/fantasy/sci-fi - um, elementals. :-)
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Writer Revealed: All About Editing - Jamie DeBree →
I’m at Dolly Garland’s blog today, sharing my editing process. Stop in and say hi!
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The Business Rusch: Promotion | Kristine Kathryn... →
This is so…freeing. Excellent post for writers who just want to write. :-)
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Birthday Presents: Indie Publishing Business Names →
Great post on why a business name can be important.
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Bent on Books: Think of me as a conduit, not a... →
A refreshing post from a down-to-earth literary agent who obviously cares a great deal about her authors and readers in general.
Guest Post: The "R" Word by India Drummond →
Today I’d like to welcome India Drummond, author of the brand new release Ordinary Angels, to the blog. India’s going to chat with us today about why she hates romance. *gasp!* Grab a strong…
Serial Novel: The Biker's Wench, Chapter 60 →
This serial novel is posted in draft form every Tuesday and Friday.
Ch. 1 | Ch. 2 | Ch. 3 | Ch. 4 | Ch. 5 | Ch. 6 | Ch. 7| Ch. 8 | Ch. 9 | Ch. 10 |Ch. 11 | Ch. 12 |
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Go Ahead. Push Yourself. . . « Life's A Beach →
Stretch yourself lately? :-)
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Virtual Witch Hunts | Nathan Bransford, Author →
Exactly.
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Lilith Saintcrow » Bloody Introductions →
I’m convinced there’s never a dull moment at Lili’s house…
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C is for Celebrate! | India Drummond →
Congratulations to India on her first book release!! :-)
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Dean Wesley Smith » Think Like A Publisher #5…... →
Excellent post on production and formatting for self-publishers…
On the Bookshelf: Expiation by Greg Messel →
From Chapter 1
I’m picking up a woman at my mother’s funeral because I think she looks hot in black.
Actually it is much, much more. Katie is my long-lost love. I had wondered if…
Serial Story: The Biker's Wench, Ch. 59 (April... →
This serial novel is posted in draft form every Tuesday and Friday.
Ch. 1 | Ch. 2 | Ch. 3 | Ch. 4 | Ch. 5 | Ch. 6 | Ch. 7| Ch. 8 | Ch. 9 | Ch. 10 |Ch. 11 | Ch. 12 |
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Not Your Usual Suspects: New Romance Genre →
Oh goody - a new sub-genre! ;-)
