Danielle Thorne's Blog – August 2009 Archive (6)

If the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, what do you do if he can’t stomach you?



Awe-struck Publishing announces the release of contemporary romance, TURTLE SOUP. This short novel by Danielle Thorne (author of THE PRIVATEER) is a 2008 Awe-struck Short Novel winner.



Sea turtles may be endangered but after an encounter with marine biologist, Jack Brandon, nothing will stop Sara Hart from naming her deli Turtle Soup. When Jack takes a job at the nearby… Continue

If you haven’t signed up for the Privateer Newsletter, better hop to it before Friday’s release of the August issue. Get short, succinct info bytes on publishing news, reviews, one of my secret family recipes, and more. I understand just the lame pirate joke alone (tacked on to the end of each issue) makes it a worthwhile experience. For a smile and some food for thought, sign up here:



http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ThePrivateerNewsletter/





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NEW VOICES Blog Post:



Calling All Authors:







Do you remember your first dream?







Epic Authors presents the 2010 New Voices Writing Competition for young writers. This free annual contest provides the opportunity for budding authors to submit and be judged, and to win and be published.







“Viewpoints are rapidly changing in the publishing industry and our school systems regarding e-publishing. EPIC’s members have been on… Continue

Would you like to help young writers grow? The New Voices writing competition currently underway is looking for sponsors who would like to donate prizes, such as e-readers, to the winners of the 2010 contest. The soon-to-be completed New Voices website will advertise sponsors and allow sponsors a prime opportunity to show their generosity (and themselves). Don’t miss out on a chance to support Epic’s New Voices and garner attention for you and your company.



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When I was young, there were a handful of teachers who took a special interest in my writing. These teachers inspired me to press forward. I often wonder how much more I could have accomplished and how much earlier I could have reached my goals if I would have had a little more help. Encouraging young writers today is important to me. I know what it feels like to be alone with a story in my heart and a dream to share it. That’s why this year I agreed… Continue

Please support young writers around the world. Help spread the word about Epic's New Voices writing competition for Middle and High School students. You can follow New Voices on Twitter at: http://twitter.com/EpicNewVoices.



You can also announce and direct young writers everywhere to the temporary site to learn more: http://www.epicauthors.com/newvoices.html



I am excited to be a (new and very green) co-chair this year. Help us get the word… Continue