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July 2009 Blog Posts (227)

A thought

Put the mind on the soloution otherwise it stays in the problem.

Added by Liz Cosline on July 12, 2009 at 4:00pm — No Comments

I have a friend who, after two decades of writing several novels, is ready to throw in the towel.

This person has published a non-fiction book in the distant past. You would think she would have some inkling of the changes in the publishing industry since then.

The reason she's failing is that she has bought into the mantra: "I need an agent. I need a major publishing house." Because the blinders are on, she has failed to notice that the publishing world is in the same… Continue

Added by Sunny Frazier on July 12, 2009 at 3:00pm — No Comments

Apostle of Asphodel Released

The Asphodel Cycle concludes with the release of the final book, Apostle of Asphodel by Aspen Mountain Press. My epic fantasy series has been extraordinarily successful--far beyond what I thought it would be! Last year was really good to the series, with The Gift of Redemption garnering a Top Ten Sci-Fi/Fantasy Novel of the year award from Preditors & Editors and Temptation of Asphodel honored with a Top Ten Novel of 2008 nod from Preditors & Editors as well… Continue

Added by Celina Summers on July 12, 2009 at 12:31pm — No Comments

Good Morning from Florida Book News

Call to authors from Florida. I've just posted the latest issue of Florida Book News.

I'm always looking for writers' organizations in Florida that would like to get the word out about what they are doing and what they have to offer.

Also, I enjoy posting information about individual books by Florida authors, and Florida Book News is a great place to post information about book signings, conferences, workshops,… Continue

Added by Lou Belcher on July 12, 2009 at 5:49am — No Comments

Interpreter of Maladies and its inspiration

I finished Ms. Lahiri's collection of short stories (Interpreter of Maladies) during the long July 4th holiday weekend and all I can say is Wow. Lahiri's writing is full of really sensual details along with a set of characters that feel very real, very three dimensional, particularly in their emotional lives and connections with one another. The very first story in the book, A Temporary Problem, is so surprising and quite intense while dealing with its charged emotional material very… Continue

Added by Carol on July 11, 2009 at 5:25pm — No Comments

A Book and a Chat with... ME!

THE MANY SIDES OT BARRY EVA (STORYHEART)

On today's "Book and a Chat" my very special guest is... "well ME."

Unfortunately my planned guest David Liss was not able to make today's show, so I chatted on my own… Continue

Added by Storyheart on July 11, 2009 at 12:17pm — No Comments

Across the Pond by Storyheart - New Reviews

Across the Pond a book for the young and young at heart. YA, teen, romance what ever you like to call it.

With the book now being available in book stores I have started to receive some new reviews from the book launch.

Here is what a couple of readers have said about the book today...…

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Added by Storyheart on July 10, 2009 at 7:40pm — No Comments

Into the Garden at Pleasant Grove With Meriwether and Jeremiah (Excerpt from ENEMY OF THE KING)

1780 South Carolina

Stone lions the size of wolfhounds sat on either side of the imposing front door as if to devour unwanted guests. Perhaps Jeremiah enjoyed their significance. He seldom entertained and seemed happier seated astride a horse than in the company of most ladies and gentlemen. He turned the marble knob and led Meriwether out onto the crescent-shaped balcony. He leaned momentarily on the iron railing. “Feel that… Continue

Added by Beth Trissel on July 10, 2009 at 6:00pm — No Comments

Key Word and Key Phrase Fuels the Search Engines

Whether you’re building an author platform or marketing your book(s), the main goal in creating a blog is to attract an audience and drive potential customers back to your site where your book is sold.

Producing an article with great content is a must. It’s very competitive out there for new lurkers to just stumble upon your blog. But there are some techniques that can put you into the drivers seat so you can… Continue

Added by Jo-Anne Vandermeulen on July 10, 2009 at 5:30pm — No Comments

It Seems As If I Don't Have Enough Time In A Day...

A picture of Mother Goose by Gustave Doré: rea...

Image via Wikipedia

...because I have been dreaming my stories. Now I'm not only writing the fairy tales but also a series of novels at the same time.

I have so many projects… Continue

Added by Leigh-Ann Lemire on July 10, 2009 at 3:30pm — No Comments

Sample Chapter

I know it is important to include a sample chapter from your book. After all who wants to buy a novel from an unknown author without even at least being able to look inside to see if you like the writing. I haven't figured out how to add sample chapters to my Amazon listing of Ainsworth, http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=anthea+carson+ainsworth&x=16&y=19

but at least I have added a sample chapter to my webste at… Continue

Added by Anthea Carson on July 10, 2009 at 2:00pm — No Comments

Future Forward!

I am writing the end of my second novel, and it marks the end of an era for me. I have been working on my duology for the last seven years and I am both sad and ecstatic to see it end.

I have had these characters living in my brain for so long, I almost feel like I’m cheating on them to be planning my next novel. And to be planning a novel other than Sacrifice or Survival is completely daunting. It’s funny how the safety of familiarity keeps us from expanding our horizons.

The… Continue

Added by Kelly Komm on July 10, 2009 at 10:08am — No Comments

BLIND FORTUNE wins The New Covey Cover Award

BLIND FORTUNE was chosen as "Most Eye-Catching" and "Most Artistic" Cover for the May, 2009 New Covey Cover Award. Check out this Examiner.com interview of the artist who created the cover, Syneca Featherstone.

Added by Joanna Waugh on July 10, 2009 at 8:54am — No Comments

Saturday Author Events - Houston

If any of you are in Houston Saturday, you might want to check out what's going on in the world of romance writers.

http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-3098-Houston-Romance-Novels-Examiner~y2009m7d10-Saturday-romance-author-events

Cheers!
Teri

Added by Teri Thackston on July 10, 2009 at 7:34am — No Comments

The Cry by: Aaron Jones

The Cry is a poem about God cry unto his people to be holy and our Cry unto God for the world to be made right. It is an excerpt from the book The Great Invitation by Aaron… Continue

Added by Aaron Jones on July 9, 2009 at 11:46pm — No Comments

Bad Book Marketing-The Writers Mindset

Once again, we’re back with another episode of Bad Book Marketing. This one is about the writers state of mind. Too many writers make the following mistakes and I believe it’s mental:

1)Thinking that marketing is the publishers job.

2) Thinking that it is smart to market after your book has been written.

3) Thinking that marketing and selling are the same thing.

4) Thinking that people are interested in your book.

5) Thinking they come… Continue

Added by ZLS Publishing, LLC on July 9, 2009 at 11:02pm — 2 Comments

New Publisher Wants You!

Dreamz-Work, my new publishing company, now with 3 titles under our belt, is looking for new books and short works (manuals and booklets) in the metaphysical, non-fiction and fantasy fiction area. (New authors are encouraged as well) For more details or to send a sample, email me (Matt) at Dreamz-Work Productions, matovo@comcast.net

This is a new concept in publishing and we have some unique angles!

Added by Matthew Vossler on July 9, 2009 at 6:13pm — 2 Comments

See Promo for Upcoming Interview...

Watch the promo Laurie Zieber created for my upcoming interview on "She Speaks To Inspire" Tuesday, July 14, 6:00 pm (Eastern) . I thought it was a hoot!
http://smilebox.com/playBlog/4d5441794f5467344e54413d0d0a&blogview=true

Added by Rita Schiano on July 9, 2009 at 2:43pm — No Comments

So, Why Aren't You A Huge Success?

Sign of Success?

So, why aren’t you a huge success?

What’s taking so damn long for your “ship” to come in? You’re certainly gifted, hardworking, devoted, smart, and all that. You’re much smarter, and better at what you do than most of the lucky SOBs with a sh _ _pot full of money for displaying half-as _ _ed talent. So, what’s the deal? “Whassup?” Well, perhaps the question does not apply to you. I pose it to stir… Continue

Added by Gene Cartwright on July 9, 2009 at 7:30am — 6 Comments