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October 2008 Blog Posts (187)

Smashed, Squashed, Splattered, Chewed, Chunked and Spewed by Lance Carbuncle

In a time when people see through their ears and think with their emotions, a view through the fractured looking glass is all the more welcome. Carbuncle delivers in high Tsunami form as he stomps, swaggers, and sways into the limelight with the bitches in tow and the balls of a sumo sailor. And how he does this with the absolute simplicity of a true master is achieved by the simplest and most expedient of means: humor. When we meet the main character we are mildly impressed by his seemly… Continue

Added by C.B. Smith on October 9, 2008 at 11:33am — No Comments

NEW Reader Interview (PS: We Wanna Know)

I have posted a new reader interview on my "PS: We Wanna Know" segment of my blog, "Drawing Stories...With Words."

This week's reader is Renee V. of Euless, TX. Here are a few of her questions...

*What inspired you to write this story?

*Who or what was the inspiration for your characters?

*How hard was it to get in touch with your feminine side in order to create such detailed descriptions of Tessa… Continue

Added by Bobby Ozuna on October 9, 2008 at 11:21am — No Comments

This Week 196

It's a lovely time here in Las Vegas. The temperatures have dropped, finally, and there are some great events coming up. This weekend, The Clark County Library (1401 E. Flamingo Road) holds the Mystic Masquerade Book Fair from 11-3pm. There will be dozens of panels and presentations on a wide range of topics, plus author book signings. If you're a poet, stop by the Poetry Corner at 11am with open mic style poetry readings. I'll also be presenting a session on online self promotion at… Continue

Added by Gregory A. Kompes on October 9, 2008 at 10:21am — No Comments

Diary of a Teenage Faerie Princess by C.B. Smith

Here is my blurb C.B.'s latest book:

"I must admit that this genre is compleltely new to me, so my opinions are that of a novice. What I did notice was the author's witty sense of humor and play of words, as well as enormous imagination. It is a relief to experience a little fantasy in this world of so many upsets and turmoil. I am sure this novel will be a hit with the teen audience for which it is intended."

If you're a fantasy lover, this books for you, as… Continue

Added by Susan Culp on October 8, 2008 at 7:26pm — 1 Comment

HUGE Promotional Opportunity!

Hi everybody!

I have a HUGE huge, promo opp coming your way the last week of October. If you are interested in being included on the list to be notified, please email me OFF LIST at: racoo. smith at gmail. com (no spaces) with the words.

BC PROMO OPP in the subject line (so you don't go to the spam folder and get deleted)

Get in line now, because we may have to limit the number of participants this time around. Do NOT delay!

This is only for… Continue

Added by Bitten By Books on October 8, 2008 at 12:30am — 3 Comments

Get More Exposure with Qassia.com

I was surfing the web tonight (I really should be doing some work here) and I came across a website called Qassia. You may have heard about it or maybe not. The long and short of it is, and I quote:

"Qassia is a credit-driven intelligence engine coupled to a cascading tag-based web directory. What exactly does this mean? It means that Qassia will change your life.

Good stuff your websites will like

At Qassia, you can add your… Continue

Added by Samantha Gregory on October 7, 2008 at 10:21pm — No Comments

Traveling Down the Road to Autism Recovery

I know it isn't my fault. I didn't cause my son's autism, but that doesn't stop me from, occasionally, feeling a bit guilty.

In order to heal myself on this road to recovery and since I'm more prone to be online than not, I decided to start journaling. I've bypassed the paper journal and pen, and opted for the instant gratifying online version better known as blogging.

We are all united through autism. Sharing our… Continue

Added by Adonya Wong on October 7, 2008 at 8:06pm — No Comments

Webinar on Dubli reverse auction site

I’d like to invite you to a very special webinar tonight where I’ll be introducing you to the most powerful online money making opportunity I’ve ever seen. In just two months people are earning incomes that allow them to pursue their dreams, goals, book FULL TIME! I’ve never recommended anything like this before, but based on the endorsements of many industry insiders and experts, I’m now convinced that this will be BIG and it will happen FAST.

Tuesday, October 7th, 2008… Continue

Added by Rick Frishman on October 7, 2008 at 4:51pm — No Comments

Special Call-Out for Submissions

The Long and the Short of It: LASR and The Long and the Short of It: WC are putting out a special call-out for short story submissions on both sites. At this time, we do not offer monetary compensation, but until November 15, 2008 we are offering a special advertising package to authors whose submitted short stories are accepted for publication. Submit a short story, and if it's accepted you will receive an author spotlight, 3 months cover/banner ad and a newsletter (bottom) ad for free (a $48… Continue

Added by The Long and the Short of It on October 7, 2008 at 3:13pm — No Comments

How to Turn Your Book Into a Movie: Douglas Carlton Abrams Tells Us How It's Done!

Douglas Carlton Abrams, author of the historical fiction novel, THE LOST DIARY OF DON JUAN, will be stopping off today at Divine Caroline on Day 24 of his virtual book tour with Pump Up Your Book Promotion to talk about how to turn your book into a movie!

Douglas… Continue

Added by Dorothy Thompson on October 7, 2008 at 1:23pm — No Comments

My Blogging Decision!

A Blogging Decision.

I've decided to start another blog - taking the title from this blog - and using it there.

I've decided to make my other blog PUBLIC.

My ** public blog address** is called A Life Unrehearsed/Volume Two. Make sure to add that one to your bookmarks as well!

The URL is www.alifeunrehearsed2.blogspot.com

An up and coming author needs to have a public blog, so this other blog will be it.

I will continue to write on… Continue

Added by Bonnie Rose on October 7, 2008 at 1:21pm — No Comments

God is near

How often have you wondered if God is even remotely interested in your life. In his book ‘God and Email’, Mark Craythorn has documented real life cases that show just how close God draws to us during times of need and the remarkable thing is that most often we are unaware of just how close He is to us, and just how interested He is in our lives. For more information on the book go to:

http://www.amazon.com/God-email-Real-life-encounters/dp/1438209436/

This book is filled… Continue

Added by MarkCraythorn on October 7, 2008 at 7:00am — No Comments

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FuzzB.com is very cool place to network and sell right on your page. Come Join me and join The BOOK STORE CLUB

www.FuzzB.com your all invinted it's really FUN !

Added by Sherri A. Baldy on October 6, 2008 at 6:24pm — 3 Comments

How to Choose a “Sea Pooch” for Sailboat Cruising

Dogs have served as mascots on sailboats, Coast Guard ships and square riggers. But how do you know if your dog would make a great companion for coastal sailing?

Look for These Water Dog Characteristics.

Does your friend take to the water or not? To find out, engage in a game of fetch with a rubber ball. A great water dog fetches the ball with gusto every time! But if he or she shies away from the game, leave Fido with a friend before you cast off.

If you’re in… Continue

Added by John Jamieson on October 6, 2008 at 5:30pm — No Comments

Remote Control, a serialized novelette, has another installment

If you've already read my novels--Whale Song (Kunati), The River and Divine Intervention--and are looking for something new, please know that my latest novel… Continue

Added by Cheryl Kaye Tardif on October 6, 2008 at 3:30pm — No Comments

Two Special Events

I am excited to announce that I will be joining Richard L. Matteson at The Higgins Maxwell Gallery on Friday, October 10, 2008 from 6:00-9:00 PM!

THE HIGGINS MAXWELL GALLERY on 1200 Payne Street, Louisville, Ky 40204 will present American artist Richard L. Matteson Jr. from Oct. 10 until Nov 1. The show will open with a reception 6:00- 9:00 PM on Oct. 10. Matteson, who is nationally recognized musician, author and artist, will also present two musical performances at the gallery Oct.… Continue

Added by Lynn Tincher, Author on October 6, 2008 at 2:01pm — No Comments

Hangin' Wiv the Gypsies... Balkan-mania in the City

New blog post at: http://mitziszereto.wordpress.com

Added by Mitzi Szereto on October 6, 2008 at 10:34am — No Comments

Hot off the Press - Book #5 How to Kick Your Customer Service Up A Notch: ANOTHER 101 Insider Tips

October 6, 2008 – Carmel, NY – For Immediate Release

Customer Service Expert Gives Another 101 Secrets for Customer Service Success that Most Companies Don’t Know...How To Truly Explode Your Business, Retain Your Customers (and Your Employees), Measure Your Success, and Positively Impact Your Bottom Line!

Champion for the Human Press Just Released Another Winner: How to Kick Your Customer Service Up A Notch: Another 101 Insider Tips (piggybacking on the first volume) by… Continue

Added by HumanTech on October 6, 2008 at 9:14am — No Comments

It's NaNoWriMo Time!

Every year in October, while everyone else is out celebrating Halloween or working on parties or getting ready for Thanksgiving, I am at home getting myself prepared for the NaNoWriMo Challenge in November. That link will show you how to prepare for NaNoWriMo, but let me tell you a little bit about what NaNo is.

Na - National

No - Novel

Wri - Writing

Mo -… Continue

Added by Michelle L Devon (Michy) on October 6, 2008 at 7:28am — No Comments

Poetry Grows in Carroll Gardens and Park Slope, Brooklyn: THE BROWNSTONE POETS READING SERIES: Current Schedule: Tuesday, October 21 at 7PM at The Fall Café *Poets Wear Prada Press featuring: Gi…

Poetry Grows in Carroll Gardens and Park Slope, Brooklyn:

THE BROWNSTONE POETS READING SERIES:

Current Schedule:

Tuesday, October 21 at 7PM at The Fall Café

*Poets Wear Prada Press featuring: Gil Fagiani, George Held & Susan Maurer*

The Fall Café

307 Smith Street (between Union & President Sts.)

Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, N.Y. 11231

7PM

$3 donation + food/drink - Limited Open Mic

Take the F or G to… Continue

Added by Patricia Carragon on October 5, 2008 at 2:47pm — No Comments