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Death of the Slush Pile

Clive Cussler pretended to be an agent in order to land his dream agent and avoid the slush pile. He wrote a letter to the person he wanted to represent him, claiming to be a retiring agent, and suggesting he take a look at this promising new author, Clive Cussler, whose submission just came in. Surprisingly enough, the ruse worked and both Cussler and his agent were happy… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on January 18, 2010 at 6:19am — No Comments

Free Online Novella and Chance to Win $100 Giftcard!





I'm offering a FREE online novella on my website. After you read the first chapter, vote on what turn the story should take and you'll be entered to win a $100 giftcard at Borders, B&N or the indie bookseller of your… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on January 13, 2010 at 5:00am — No Comments

First Foot of the New Year

I'm blogging about the old New Year's Day custom of the "first foot" at The Chatelaines today.

And while you're websurfing, please pop over to my website www.emilybryan.com to enter my new quarterly contest. The prize is a $100 gift card to be awarded March 31st. Good luck!

Added by Emily Bryan on January 1, 2010 at 1:40pm — No Comments

Last Day of 2009 Treat!

Hello!



Last days of anything can get busy, but I hope you'll make a little time to hang with my blog guest, Elisabeth Naughton and me at www.emilybryan.blogspot.com. Elisabeth is giving away a copy of her STOLEN FURY to one lucky commenter! Wouldn't that be a great way to start the new year?



Happy… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on December 31, 2009 at 6:50am — No Comments

Christmas Myth Busters

Hi!

I'm posting my last post till after Christmas. As a historical author, I'm a stickler for getting the history right. I'm debunking a number of Christmas myths on my blog today. Hope you'll join me.

Merry Christmas,
Emily
www.emilybryan.blogspot.com
A CHRISTMAS BALL, available now!

Added by Emily Bryan on December 22, 2009 at 6:59am — No Comments

Scooting around in Cyber-Space

You never know who you'll meet on the internet. I met Lisa Dale when I stumbled on her thoughtful blog and discovered she had a debut book that's perfect for my Christmas themed month. Please drop by www.emilybryan.blogspot.com for IT HAPPENED ONE NIGHT.



Also, I'm at Chicks of Characterization all this week, so please drop by and leave a comment for a chance to win… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on December 15, 2009 at 6:36am — No Comments

Where were you when you learned the truth about Santa Claus?





Well, I've done it again. I've double-booked myself, and during the Christmas rush, no less, when I need every spare moment to finish the shopping I've been avoiding. (You'll be happy to know I did a little yesterday--online, of course!--but I'm nowhere near done). Anyway, today I'm guest blogging over at The Romance… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on December 14, 2009 at 6:18am — No Comments

Dorchester Publishing STOCKING STUFFER SALE!



I'm so excited to tell you that Dorchester is having a super blow-out STOCKING STUFFER SALE!



What happens when an artistic duchess mistakes Her Majesty's spy for her next nude model? He drives her to distraction, of course!



For a limited time, you… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on December 13, 2009 at 8:53am — No Comments

Book Signing Today!

Today I'm at THE BOOK OASIS, 311 Main ST, Stoneham, MA signing all my titles. 10:30am-12:30pm. Of course, there'll be chocolate! If you're not in New England and your heart is set on a signed copy, THE BOOK OASIS can hook you up at 10% off. They ship anywhere!



Hope to see… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on December 12, 2009 at 5:46am — No Comments

6 MORE Reasons an Editor Stops Reading

So many writers seemed to find my post at Musetracks helpful this week about why editors stop reading. I thought I'd follow that up with 6 more reasons based on the editor panel I moderated at RWA Nationals last year. You can find these career killing mistakes (and learn to avoid them!) at The Chatelaines .



Happy Writing,

Emily



www.emilybryan.blogspot.com (Visit today… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on December 11, 2009 at 8:03am — No Comments

6 Reasons an Editor Stops Reading

Last summer at RWA Nationals, I moderated an editor panel that was a real eye opener. I read the beginning of several dozen manuscripts and the authors took a public bath with the editor's comments. Today, December 9th, I'll be blogging with Marie-Claude Bourque (American Title Winner!) at her writer's blog MuseTracks. I'll be sharing the top 6 reasons editors stop reading. If you're an aspiring writer, you won't want to miss this.… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on December 9, 2009 at 6:40am — No Comments

Santa's Little helper

What if the legend of Santa Claus is in fact, true? What if Santa has five big strapping sons who help him run his empire? Five single, sexy sons looking for romance...



That's the premise of Penny Watson's SWEET INSPIRATION. She's my guest today at www.emilybryan.blogspot.com Come join us for the some Christmas… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on December 3, 2009 at 11:12am — No Comments

Christmas Wishes and White Christmas Blues

I'm guest blogging over at InMyHumbleOpinion today, sharing an excerpt from A CHRISTMAS BALL and giving you a chance to divulge what YOU really want for Christmas! Commenters at IMHO are entered in the monthly drawing for the gift basket filled with signed books from me, Jennifer Ashley, Christie Craig, Carrie Lofty and TJ Bennett PLUS a $20 Amazon gift certificate! Hope to… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on December 2, 2009 at 7:11am — No Comments

Wild Hearts

Please welcome Lori Brighton to my blog! Her debut title WILD HEARTS is a new release from Zebra. Leave a comment at www.emilybryan.blogspot.com for two chances to win a…

Added by Emily Bryan on November 16, 2009 at 11:12am — No Comments

Wild Hearts

Please welcome Lori Brighton to my blog! Her debut title WILD HEARTS is a new release from Zebra. Leave a comment at www.emilybryan.blogspot.com for two chances to win a… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on November 16, 2009 at 11:12am — No Comments

Friday Threesome

What? It's just a note about the three places you can find me on the web today. (What were you thinking?)







Please join me at THE CHATELAINES where I'm sharing thoughts on my NaNoWriMo experience that are sure to get me in trouble again. If you're doing NaNo, or are curious about it, I'd love to hear from you!







And the discussion on sexual harrassment and my real life brush with it is still going on… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on November 13, 2009 at 6:56am — No Comments

Friday Threesome

What? It's just a note about the three places you can find me on the web today. (What were you thinking?)







Please join me at THE CHATELAINES where I'm sharing thoughts on my NaNoWriMo experience that are sure to get me in trouble again. If you're doing NaNo, or are curious about it, I'd love to hear from you!







And the discussion on sexual harrassment and my real life brush with it is still going on… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on November 13, 2009 at 6:56am — No Comments

You Gotta See This!

I love it when readers get so involved with my books they tell me they feel they have lived the story. Now one's gotten up close and personal with the cover for Pleasuring the Pirate. It's absolutely hysterical and it's up on my blog today! Please visit www.emilybryan.blogspot.com for a guaranteed giggle!

Best,

Emily
www.emilybryan.com
A CHRISTMAS BALL, available now!

Added by Emily Bryan on November 12, 2009 at 5:35am — No Comments

You Gotta See This!

I love it when readers get so involved with my books they tell me they feel they have lived the story. Now one's gotten up close and personal with the cover for Pleasuring the Pirate. It's absolutely hysterical and it's up on my blog today! Please visit www.emilybryan.blogspot.com for a guaranteed giggle!

Best,

Emily
www.emilybryan.com
A CHRISTMAS BALL, available now!

Added by Emily Bryan on November 12, 2009 at 5:35am — No Comments

Watcha doin' tonight?

Just a quick note! Tonight USA Today Bestseller Joy Nash and NYTimes Bestseller CL Wilson will be at WritersSpace for a chat and to give away signed copies of their new books, SILVER SILENCE and QUEEN OF SONG AND SOUL. I'll be there offering a signed copy of… Continue

Added by Emily Bryan on November 9, 2009 at 9:56am — No Comments

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