Susan wrote: "Yep, that's the one I posted about: the Book Faery. Feel free to check out Win a Book and drop us an e-mail when you want/need things spread to a wider audience. We post about gives, guest blog pos..."

Susan, thanks for the tip, I'll go check it out!

Yep, that's the one I posted about: the Book Faery. Feel free to check out Win a Book and drop us an e-mail when you want/need things spread to a wider audience. We post about gives, guest blog posts or interviews you do, or any appearances you make. Sales, too.

Susan wrote: "Wendy, you were involved with a giveaway recently, weren't you? Or a guest blog post somewhere? I recall seeing the name of your book as I posted about it at my Win a Book blog."

Hi Susan! Yes, my third giveaway is currently being hosted at the book Faery Reviews. I love giveways, especially when combined with an author interview or guest post - a great way to get the word out there and connect with readers! I did one at Librarything and one at Sassy Brit's Alternative-Reads.com as well.

Here is a link to the current giveaway: http://tbfreviews.net/2009/11/16/curse-o...

Wendy, you were involved with a giveaway recently, weren't you? Or a guest blog post somewhere? I recall seeing the name of your book as I posted about it at my Win a Book blog.

Robert wrote: "Wendy wrote: "Hi everyone,
I'm happy to join this group!

I'm Wendy, I'm from the Netherlands and I self-published my first fantasy novel in May this year (Curse of the Tahiéra..."

Thanks Robert!:)

Wendy wrote: "Hi everyone,
I'm happy to join this group!

I'm Wendy, I'm from the Netherlands and I self-published my first fantasy novel in May this year (Curse of the Tahiéra). Right now I'm ..."

Welcome aboard Wendy. Good luck on your new novel and the sequel

Lisa wrote: "Wendy,
Literary, musical, and artistic pursuits all wrapped up into one! How cool.

Thanks Lisa! Glad to be here:) I find they actually feed into each other. I often get inspiration while making music or jewellery (I'm hanging on to UK spelling, LOL).
Congratulations on the release of your book!
Wendy

Wendy,
Literary, musical, and artistic pursuits all wrapped up into one! How cool.

Welcome!
-Lisa Lipkind Leibow
www.LLLeibow.com

Wendy wrote: "Thanks Jaimey:) My fascination with dragons has reached an all-time high so I would love to see how your 'Dragon Curse' turns out!"

I hope it turns out to be something readable, lol! First attempts at a new genre are not always successful. :o)

Jaimey wrote: "Welcome to the group, Wendy!! :o)"

Thanks Jaimey:) My fascination with dragons has reached an all-time high so I would love to see how your 'Dragon Curse' turns out!

Welcome to the group, Wendy!! :o)

Hi everyone,
I'm happy to join this group!

I'm Wendy, I'm from the Netherlands and I self-published my first fantasy novel in May this year (Curse of the Tahiéra). Right now I'm working on the sequel (I am so behind on my schedule!). I devote every bit of spare time to writing and playing the Celtic harp. Oh, and jewellery making as well!
best,
Wendy
My Author site
My Blog

Welcome, Paul. Wow! You work fast. Good luck with the manuscript revisions.

Best to you.
Lisa
www.DoubleOutAndBack.com

Paul wrote: "Hello everyone, I'm Paul, 56, working in further education and writing in any spare time I can get."

Hey, Paul. Glad to have you here. Really. You're not scaring me or anything. Not at all. "Easy, boy," she says, turning to pet the dragon at her side. "You may only eat him if he tries something silly."

heehee ;oP

Welcome aboard Paul.

Hello everyone, I'm Paul, 56, working in further education and writing in any spare time I can get.

I have three completed first drafts of novels I'm about to start editing and proofreading. The first should be ready for submission in January. The other two will follow in consecutive months.

I also have three film scripts already touring the world looking for a good home.

I know I still have a lot to learn. I look forward to learning some of it here.

Welcome!

thnx

Welcome aboard Vampire Dark.

Hello and welcome, Vampire Dark!

And huge congrats to you, Lisa. I added your book to my massive TBR wishlist. :o)

Hello, Vampire Dark. I'm so glad I'm part of this group. I also wanted to let you all know that my novel went live two days ago! You can buy Double Out and Back by Lisa Lipkind Leibow at www.RedRosePublishing.com also, if any of you want to add my book to your Goodreads shelf, I would love it! It would help me spread the word that it's available now. Thanks for your support.

hi...

Thanks, Terrie (cool nickname for Thersa :) ).

Glad to see you here, Thomma.

Terrie

Thanks, all! :)

Welcome, Thomma Lyn!

A formal welcome to you Thomma Lyn! Glad you are with us.

Welcome, Thomma Lyn. Hope you find this group useful.

Thomma Lyn we're glad you joined.

Welcome to the group, Thomma Lyn! We're glad you're here! :o)

I don't think I've posted in this thread yet. My name's Thomma Lyn, and my debut novel Mirror Blue, a literary love story, was released by Black Lyon Publishing in May.

I'm hard at work on my next novel (and trying to learn all I can about promotion for my published novel), and I'm happy to be a part of this group!

Wow, so many great people with awesome things going on for them. Welcome everyone and congrats to those who are getting recognized for their hard work.

Susan wrote: "Well, I should speak up.

I'm Susan Helene Gottfried, of West of Mars. I self-pubbed The Demo Tapes: Year 1 after the demand of my blog readers became too loud to ignore. According to the Big Guys,..."

Susan welcome to the group.

Madison wrote: "Lisa wrote: "Hello, all.

I am so happy to discover this fantastic author group on Goodreads. I am preparing for the release of my debut novel, Double Out and Back coming soon from Red Rose Publi..."

Welcome Lisa.

Welcome to the group, Susan! :o)

Well, I should speak up.

I'm Susan Helene Gottfried, of West of Mars. I self-pubbed The Demo Tapes: Year 1 after the demand of my blog readers became too loud to ignore. According to the Big Guys, it had not three but four strikes against it: about a man. About a rock star. Short stories. Previously blog-published.

Strangely, I'm making a profit. Well, NOT so strangely. I clearly had a demand, and as people are finding their way to me, they're seeing how truly irresistible Trevor Wolff really is. It's been a very cool journey so far.

Lisa wrote: "Hello, all.

I am so happy to discover this fantastic author group on Goodreads. I am preparing for the release of my debut novel, Double Out and Back coming soon from Red Rose Publishing (mainst..."


Very excited for your Lisa! Welcome.

Madison wrote: "M.M. wrote: "My Name is Maria and I write under the name M.M. Anderson. My first YA Fantasy entitled Werewolf Dreams will be available on 1 September, published by Charles River Press. I am very ex..."

Welcome to our group Maria.

Becky wrote: "Hi, my name is Rebecca (or Becky). I live in northern Wisconsin where I am the mother of three children. I work as an accountant, teacher, and now as an author.

I just published my first book ..."

Welcome to our group Becky. Glad to have you on board.

Welcome, Lisa! Glad to have you with us. :o)

Congrats and welcome Lisa.

Hello, all.

I am so happy to discover this fantastic author group on Goodreads. I am preparing for the release of my debut novel, Double Out and Back coming soon from Red Rose Publishing (mainstream fiction). I look forward to sharing what I'm doing in advance to create "buzz" and what I should be doing to promote it as the book is released and beyond.

I have not yet added the novel to Good Reads -- I should have the ISDN from my publisher shortly, and will add it as soon as I do.

Thanks for starting this group.

Lisa Lipkind Leibow
http://www.LLLeibow.com

I agree. I've found that many in our business have a way of looking down their nose at others. Can't stand those types.

Sharon wrote: "Just a quick hello and "welcome" to the new folks here. Honestly, this group is one of the best things I've ever joined. I have seldom run across a more kind and supportive group. :-)"

Sharon, you add such a lovely vibe to our crew. I am sure it is becoming that because that is honestly what we all need right now; a soft place to land. I have found the publishing process exciting with the exception that there is a coldness and aloofness by some who I guess have been jaded by the process. I hope this group in some way can keep us from going into a hard shell and keep our spirits vibrant and positive.

Sharon wrote: "Just a quick hello and "welcome" to the new folks here. Honestly, this group is one of the best things I've ever joined. I have seldom run across a more kind and supportive group. :-)"

I totally agree, Sharon. This group definitely goes above and beyond to support each other. :o)

Now, if only I can get Todd to join. He is the #1 supporter of other authors...

:o)

Just a quick hello and "welcome" to the new folks here. Honestly, this group is one of the best things I've ever joined. I have seldom run across a more kind and supportive group. :-)

Becky wrote: "Hi, my name is Rebecca (or Becky). I live in northern Wisconsin where I am the mother of three children. I work as an accountant, teacher, and now as an author.

I just published my first book ..."

Welcome Becky! I am a fellow school teacher and look forward to getting to know you.

M.M. wrote: "My Name is Maria and I write under the name M.M. Anderson. My first YA Fantasy entitled Werewolf Dreams will be available on 1 September, published by Charles River Press. I am very excited! I am a..."

Welcome Maria! I will definitely check it out. I am so glad you have a become a part of our crew.

Becky wrote: "I just published my first book called A Gift for a Mouse (www.redemptiontalesseries.com). It is a Christian children's book about a mouse that witnesses the Last Supper. It is the first in a series of books. So far it is doing pretty good for the marketing is just getting off the ground. All this is so new to me. I sold five books on Friday and I am so excited. Every sale sends me cheering."

That's great! Congratulations and welcome to the group! :o)

Hi, my name is Rebecca (or Becky). I live in northern Wisconsin where I am the mother of three children. I work as an accountant, teacher, and now as an author.

I just published my first book called A Gift for a Mouse (www.redemptiontalesseries.com). It is a Christian children's book about a mouse that witnesses the Last Supper. It is the first in a series of books. So far it is doing pretty good for the marketing is just getting off the ground. All this is so new to me. I sold five books on Friday and I am so excited. Every sale sends me cheering.