Jaye Wells's Blog

So last night I spoke to a class full of aspiring writers. Most of these people have just begun pursuing writing. This is a sensitive time in a writer's development. Right now it's all about getting over the fear of trying. Soon enough there's query letters and rejections and all the other worrisome aspects of trying to be a professional. Right now, it's all about fanning that little spark of excitement about putting words on a page.

I spoke for probably an hour. I tried to tell them things I ...

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Fall has officially arrived in Dallas. After weeks of torrential rain, the skies have cleared and leaves are dancing on crisp autumn breezes. Can you tell this is my favorite season?

This weekend, Mr. Jaye had a big project at work, so Spawn and I were left to our own devices. We had a massive shopping trip at Target in preparation for an upcoming camping trip the boys are taking. Please note I said "the boys." That's right, my friends, this coming weekend, I'll have three days to myself. As o...

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Edited to Add: I can't believe I forgot to mention this one. For all those Giguhl fans out there, did you know he's tweeting now? Oh yes. Be very afraid, and follow him at your own risk. Click here if you're not easily offended by potty mouthed hairless cat demons.

Hello, friends! The only good thing about skipping a week of blogging is I have lots more stuff to share when I finally remember to update the blog. How's that for a silver lining?

Item the first: Buns N Roses. Despite the name, I...

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Hello, friends! The only good thing about skipping a week of blogging is I have lots more stuff to share when I finally remember to update the blog. How's that for a silver lining?

Item the first: Buns N Roses. Despite the name, I always enjoy going to this event that benefits the literacy programs of the Richardson Public Library. Last year, I went as a fan, but this year I was invited as an author to host a table. Somehow I was lucky enough to get my table bought out by the representatives o...

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Crazy week around Casa de Wells. I'm heading out of town this weekend for a family wedding. Normally, this wouldn't be a big deal except I've volunteered for several pre-wedding tasks. This means, I'm spending most of my week doing things like tracking down ribbon in the perfect shade of green and coordinating with the bridal task force on many wedding strategeries. Fun times.

On the book front, I just found out I was nominated in Bitten By Book's Favorite Paranormal Author of 2009 poll. All t...

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Wow, you guys really let your freak flags fly high for this contest. I loved your entries. That's why it was so hard to choose a winner.

Here's a list of my two favorites:

Fangs for the Mammaries (sewicked)

Titsylvania (Joe Myers)

I can't decide which one I like better, so I'm giving you both copies of MBoVR2. Email me with your addresses jaye (at) jayewells (dot) com.

Also, I have to give props to Gareth who would have won this contest if he lived in the U.S. Trannyslvania (a vamp gay bar) and...

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So today is the official release day of the Mammoth Book of Vampire Romance 2. I happened to find a copy at my local B&N on Saturday and snatched it up. But I get a free copy since I contributed to the antho. That means I have this extra copy just sitting here.

You know what that means, right?

Contest!

My story, "Vampsploitation," is set in the late '70s in the San Fernando Valley. Which means there's lots of x-rated movie and seventies kitsch jokes. There's also a strip club called the Tit...

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Oooh! What have we here? Yes, my friends, the cover for The Mage in Black. I love, love, love Sabina's I'm-gonna-kick-your-ass expression.

Now, some of you might be confused because you've already seen another version of this cover. For some reason, an older version was uploaded to a few sites. But, as far as I know, this cover is the cover. Of course, we're still several months away from the release of the book (April 2010), so there might be a few minor tweaks.

What do you think?

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Hello, friends. Sorry it's been so long since I've update. I have a good excuse (don't I always?). Last Thursday, I had to have unexpected surgery. It was fairly minor, but laid me out for the better part of the last week.  The good news is I'm feeling good now and ready to resume my bid for world domination.

The other good news is all that time in bed gave me a chance to finish my copy edits and get them sent off. Now I can focus on Green-Eyed Demon. Also, I got a call yesterday that might...

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…  It's Tuesday. As much as I enjoy three-day weekends, I have to say they totally screw up my perception of time. I'm usually pretty confused as it is. It's a side effect of working from home and not having the general work week schedule.

Spent a nice weekend with the family. Spawn was still getting over his croup, so we mostly took it easy. I don't know about everyone else, but fall could seriously not get here fast enough. To celebrate its impending arrival, we did some Halloween crafts...

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