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Hi EveryoneI'm Elizabeth and I just published my debut historical fiction novel in February. Set in London in the early 1600's, it's a sweeping story of love, intrigue and betrayal, and the heroine is my ancestress, who was the mistress of the Tower of London.
After a lot of research and talking, I decided to self-pub with CreateSpace and it's been a great experience. Sales are steady, and I've really enjoyed being in charge of my own destiny! Of course, I'll never turn down an offer from the Big Five, but I proved to myself I could
(1) Write a book
(2) Finish it
(3) Publish it
and then watch total strangers download it, read it, review it and even write me nice letters about it!
I'd be happy to share tips and tricks with other authors and writers.
My book, The Lady of the Tower, is on Amazon - come by and say hi on my Facebook or on my website:
https://theladyofthetower.wordpress.com/
https://www.facebook.com/Elizabeth-J-...
Hope to spend some time with all of you!
Elizabeth
Hi ElizabethIt's always great to find new authors to share experiences with. I have checked out your facebook page which is great.
Good luck with the novel
Sharon
Welcome to the group, Daryn.Best of luck with your writing, and all your future endeavors.
Hi, My name is Terry T. Lee. It's great to join this community. Those following words could introduce me: Writer, Public Speaker, Entrepreneur, Marketer, and Dreamer.
I grew up in Canada, and just moved back to my home country, S.Korea few years ago. I'm kind of 'Dream Seeker', and plan to travel all around the world.
I love to read all the books that inspire me, and I do not care about genre since I believe that all the books have their own meaning and value.
I'm currently writing my first book, and it'll be published very soon. I hope my writing could inspire and help others in a very positive way.
I'm looking forward to getting involved in this group.
:)
Hi Terry! Welcome and good luck with your writing! :)
Welcome to the group Terry. I hope you enjoy yourself, you are among friends here.
Hello, my name is Agnes Maria Trifontaine, Agi for short. I have been an avid reader and a writer since the age of 10.
I read anything I could get my hands on, whether I understood it all or not, just as long as I had a book before my face. I have passed on this trait to my grandchildren who are winning awards for their reading ability. I love it.
I have published six children's books in Germany, where I was born and a mystery series for children in the US, as well as a novel, The Face of God, and three poetry books.
My fifth book in the mystery series is coming out the end of May.
Hi, Doug Oudin here, author of 'Between Two Harbors, Reflections of a Catalina Island Harbormaster', and 'Five Weeks to Jamaica'.It's great to be a part of the author community, to see good reviews, and to feel good about realizing my dream of getting published.
Like most Indie authors, we will never reach the big-time, but it is enough to be able to share our passion for writing with others.
www.amazon.com/Doug-Oudin/e/B00J6ELD5C
Hi Daniel! Welcome! Good luck with your writing, that sounds awesome! :)
Hello Agnes, Doug, and Daniel welcome to the group!
Welcome to the group Jose, Agnes, Dough, and Daniel!
Hello, I'm Shivalika and I'm a 17 year old reader and budding book blogger. If you'd like, you can check out my blog: browneyedmusings.wordpress.com. It's nice to meet you all :)
Tana wrote: "Hi Shivalika welcome to the group!"Hi Tana! It's nice to meet you :)
Hello, I am Marie. I like to read religion, science, autobiography, spiritual, supernatural, aliens, bigfoot, history, travel, cooking.
I have self-published the first two books of my series set in 1915 America, Davenport House (historical fiction/psychological fiction/YA), and the third book to the series will be published this week or next. I am currently writing books 4, 5, and 6, and a screenplay for a comedy.
I live in the USA and love to travel and eat. You are welcome to add me as a goodreads friend if you'd like. I enjoy seeing what others are reading, reviewing, and blogging :).
Hi everyone!I'm an author from Melbourne, Australia. I've published two non-fiction books through Pearsons Ed and have just released my first SciFi Adventure novel, HUMAN, through SpearPoint Press.
I love to spend time with my two little boys as well as read books and run. I love animals and adore my fluffy black cat Molly and two feather-duster doggies, Sindar and Kyah.
I'm busy lately trying to figure out Goodreads and how to get more reviews and get the word out about my new book! Tricky! :D
Alison wrote: "Hi everyone!My name is Alison Brodie and I write romance. My debut as an indie author - Wild Life - is out this Monday! I'm biting my nails!
ChickLitPlus have today published their review for Wild..."
Hi Allison
Dianne wrote: "Hello, new to groups on Goodreads, my name is Dianne. I am an avid reader, sometimes writer, but mostly reading right now. I read mostly paranormal, fantasy,suspense,sweet romance, YA, chicklit and..."Dianne wrote: "Hello, new to groups on Goodreads, my name is Dianne. I am an avid reader, sometimes writer, but mostly reading right now. I read mostly paranormal, fantasy,suspense,sweet romance, YA, chicklit and..."
Hi Dianne
Hi i am Cathy, my friends call me Cat. I am an aspiring author of sweet nd spicy romance with a touch of humor, i also write paranormal romance. I hope to have t least one of each out later this year. I read all genres, love o garden, cook , craft , and sew,. I try to help other Indie uthors when i can with reviews or guest posts. My blog is http://cathybrockman.com and i welcome friends on twitter and facebook those links are all in my profile.
Hello Marie, Hayley and Cathy welcome to the group!!
Hello everyone, I'm Graeme, a Brit living in California for 20 years now. I write fantasy and sci-fi. Currently working on my third novel. I love talking with authors and reviewers. You can find me and all my contact info at www.graemeing.com. :)
Hello everyone, I'm Adrian a newish author who published my first book in Feb.I'm an ex- sniper in the British army and although my passed career was in the military the genre I write is dark fantasy. I like to read anything that is written well and has a good story.
I'm in the middle of editing my second book and will hopefully be publishing in June.
Looking forward to bandying words with you all
All the best
Adrian
Hi Graeme and Adrian welcome to the group!!
Hey there everyone! I'm I. A. Ashcroft (and I really do just go by "I"! Though, I do have a friend who insists on "Master Ashcroft" for general theatrics and misadventures.) Pleasure to meet everyone! I'm based in Phoenix, Arizona and write dystopian fantasy/sci-fi, with my first book, Raven Song, published just recently. I read all kinds of things, though in fiction, I might skew fantasy (currently reading Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell), and in non-fiction, I tend towards mythology studies and languages. That said... I just love reading, and I love recommendations, even if it's a treatise on bicycles.
Looking forward to hanging out with everyone here! You look like a great group of cool people.
Hi all, My name is Zrinka, I'm a romance writer, I live in Ontario but am originally from Croatia. I have five books published and my sixth one has been picked up by CHBB.
I'd love to connect with you all. Feel free to send me friend request here or on Facebook (I go by the same name) or connect with Twitter @Fireulip.
Tana wrote: "Hello Marie, Hayley and Cathy welcome to the group!!"Hi
Hello! I'm Alexia, and I read and write fantasy, mostly urban. I'm currently working on my Zyan Star series. I'm from Florida, and I also ride horses, do yoga, and love traveling and cooking new things.
Hi everybody! Thank you for inviting me to your group. My name is Lynn Lawler and I am an author, blogger, and book reviewer. On my blog I review books and tell about my life in general, including news on my projects. I'm always looking for guest bloggers. If you're interested, don't hesitate to contact me. I am looking forward to meeting each and everyone of you. Feel free to I am me anytime.
Www.lynnlawler.wordpress.com.
Lynn
Hi Alexia and Lynn welcome to the group!
Hi – My name is Cathy Donnelly. I am originally from Scotland but now live by the coast in Australia. I enjoy historical fiction, especially if the stories have a supernatural element (time travel, reincarnation or ghosts). I have written two novels along these lines and working on a third. http://www.amazon.com/Cathy-M.-Donnel...DISTANT WHISPERS is a reincarnation novel about Rachel, who has spent many lifetimes guarding her secrets, waiting for the time when she can fulfill her final destiny. It is set in 17th century England and concludes in present day Australia. I am working on a sequel. THERE IS A PLACE, set in the turbulent years of early 16th century Scotland is about a man who struggles to forgive himself, and his God, while trying to come to terms with his ability to communicate with the dead.
Since joining Goodreads I have ventured into reading different genres which I am really enjoying. Looking forward to making contacts and sharing.
Hello, all! My name is Liz Copen. I publish under E.A. Copen. My first novel debuted April 1st of this year and I feel like I'm fighting an uphill battle. I'm shy so talking to people and making connections doesn't come naturally to me. It is getting easier as time goes on but I still hate tooting my own horn!
I live in Ohio, USA in beautiful Athens County. Appalachia might be one of the poorest regions in the country, but it's rich in it's storytelling culture and history. I am proud to know several Appalachian storytellers and have studied the oral tradition. It's part of where I learned to love big, crazy stories.
I'm an author of urban fantasy and I'm currently also working on a military space opera and a dark epic fantasy. Writing doesn't pay the bills yet so I also have the second best job in the world...I'm an editor! The surest way to get me talking is to mention a book I've read or edited! Indie publishing is more than just part of my job. It's a passion for me. I'm glad to meet all of you!
Hello Robert, Cathy and Liz welcome to the group!
Hello Everyone! I'm N.V. Smith. I write children's picture books and i am here looking for some support as an indie author. It's really great to have a place like this to go when you are in need of some advice, want to share some news or just want to support other indie authors. I've written a few books already, could really use some reviews. If you're interest, please send me a message.
Hi all! Thought I'd drop in and say 'Hi'. I'm Trace from London, UK. Lovely to be here. Looking forward to connecting with other readers and writers. I'm still finding my way around Goodreads. My debut 'A Carpet of Purple Flowers' is now published. Yay! I'm working on the second book ~ 'Awake in Purple Dreams'.
I'm a sucker for romance novels, stories with elements of fantasy and folklore. I enjoy non-fiction, too. Love art and creativity.
*Super waves* ~ Trace :o)
Hi Daniel,Totally agree. Thank you for the warm welcome.
Trace :o)
Hi N.V. and Trace welcome to the group!
thanks for the welcome.
Much appreciated.
I look forward to learning and sharing with this awesome group.