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I've had a lot on my plate lately, hence the lack of an update (even though I'd vowed to post more often). My emotional and mental health have been shaky, due to some abrupt changes taking place in my life (Nothing I'll go into detail recounting, as it's personal and nothing you dear readers need... Read more of this blog post »

I’ve just finished the first draft of my 12th novel (or my first novella). Now comes the easier part (except for author blind spots) of self-editing and polishing before it goes to a manuscript assessor.

It’s my first mystery novel. I’d class it as a “cosy” form of mystery – the most popular but l... Read more of this blog post »

On the outside, there is nothing remarkable about Ellie Cavannaugh. Of average height, average looks, she is sensible and wholly competent.

But inside, she has the soul of a goddess.

Nik Deimos is a god. The son of Ares and Aphrodite, his duplicitous nature often has mortals cowering in fear or wri... Read more of this blog post »

I’m not entirely recovered from Anne’s murder attempt yet (AKA the onslaught of malady that has been relentlessly attacking me these past few days), but I’m going absolutely crazy not doing anything creative so-

Hi! 🤗

I caught up on all my tasks that had been building up (and they were legion) and... Read more of this blog post »

After seeing all of the positive reviews and the 90% positive Rotten Tomatoes ratings, I was stunned watching this movie, and realizing it was a complete and utter disaster. How bad was Heriditary? Let me count the ways. It was probably one of the ten worst horror movies I’ve ever watched. I can’... Read more of this blog post »

My short story "Hair and Teeth", a body- and psychological-horror tale, will be published in the August issue of Aurealis magazine.
Aurealis is Australia's longest running small press science fiction, fantasy and horror magazine. Take a look at their recent issue here: https://aurealis.com.au/ Read more of this blog post »

I was the funny one.

That’s the sibling role I settled into at a young age. I was one of five children, and there was lots of jostling-about for bragging rights, so it was no easy task establishing my bonafides.

My big brother, the eldest, was the smart one, the leader, the pitch-perfect musician.... Read more of this blog post »

Just a reminder in two days, on June 26th, the fourth and final Lori Adams novel will be out, titled Star Freedom.
Link Below:

https://www.amazon.com/Star-Freedom-L...

The next series is about a doctor that gets summoned in to a world of magic, a rather dark world. The first book's title and the ser... Read more of this blog post »

I’ve held off on writing this down, even in a blog that no one reads, for a simple reason. I just don’t like thinking about the idea of my parents dying. I have no children of my own, and I’ve alienated myself from my sister-in-law badly enough that I never get to see my brother’s son, my nephew.... Read more of this blog post »

Gretchen grabbed Rusty’s wrist and led him out the door hoping if anyone saw they would assume the two were playing the vampire role to the limit. Once they were outside, Rusty grabbed Gretchen and pulled her close, hugging her, nearly jumping up and down for joy. “I did it! I told you I would!”
“... Read more of this blog post »

Don't you love "Beach Read" freebie promotions?

I sure do! What better way to discover new authors than by trying their stuff?

Robin Helm is offering her lovely Pride and Prejudice romance through 6/26.

If you like historical Regency with a Christian worldview, here is your chance to grab an enjoyab... Read more of this blog post »

As you may have noticed, I changed the titles on a couple of my books – Slowpocalypse #1 is now Critical Contingencies, and Miraibanashi #1 is now Code of the Kyoushi. Certain Hypothetical and Whispers of the Dead were too subtle. Critical Contingencies is more compelling and speaks better to the... Read more of this blog post »

Happy Sunday! Echo of the Past is LIVE and available for only .99 cents for a limited time! This is an Amazon Exclusive and not in Kindle Unlimited so make sure you get your copy before the regular price of $2.99 goes into effect.

Angel Security Book Two, Whiskey on the Rocks will be LIVE on July... Read more of this blog post »

Sven Gilhoolie, my publisher, after much convincing and in recognition of the book's blue ribbion award at the Chanticleer 2018 contest, has released Paladin's War in hardcover, paperback and ebook - all available on Amazon.

This was my favorite book to write, and as some of you know, written on a... Read more of this blog post »

#SummerZombie
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Teaser from Not Dead Yet by Samie Sands: http://www.jaywilburn.com/teaser-not-...

The Transparency Of Zombies by Daniel Humphreys: http://www.jaywilburn.com/the-transpa...

The Origin Of Zombies by Brahm Stroker: http://www.jaywilburn.com/the-origin-...

ROUND ROBIN- Take Care, CHAPTER... Read more of this blog post »

Se amate gli ebook e volete approfittarne, Ogni giorno come il primo giorno è in offerta (e non so fino a quando) a € 2.99 su Kobo
E al momento, grazie a voi, è il libro più venduto in Letteratura ♡ Read more of this blog post »

Not much to say this evening. My short story, “Mr Thursby” has become a monster; that is to say, a novel or at least a novella. I cannot stop myself… Must finish…


I leave you with the opening lines:

Click.

“The White House… how may I direct your call?
“The President, please.”
“Who should I say is ca... Read more of this blog post »

Do you ever read stories out loud when you are on your own? (I accept if you do this on the Tube, the bus, or what have you, you WILL get some funny looks, so probably best not go there! If you're driving, stick to audio books for your sake and everyone else's!).

I'm thinking of those times when... Read more of this blog post »

IS SUICIDE REALLY PAINLESS?

Part 4

Continued from Part 3

   What is the “unexamined life”? Reportedly the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates defended himself and challenged his accusers at his trial, with the assertion: “The unexamined life is not worth living.” His statement refered to the imp... Read more of this blog post »

Hello Goodreads friends. I'm visiting family in Canada right now and am especially enjoying being in Toronto for Pride weekend. What a great celebration. I thought I'd take the parade as incentive to promote the third book of my romantic "Guido la Vespa" trilogy, as it contains an LGBTQ side-stor... Read more of this blog post »

I don't think I'll title all my blog posts in such a way, and I'm not sure anyone will read them, but here we are.

I'm logged here as an author, and I am, but I'm on Wattpad at the moment which means you lovely people can read my stories for free. At the moment, I have two complete works and three... Read more of this blog post »

Anyway, I was multi-tasking by reviewing Jim Collins’ Built To Last. For those who haven’t read anything by Collins, I highly recommend you do. His content is easily digestible; he offers tangible advice to follow, and his research goes back over a century in some cases. It’s an excellent baselin... Read more of this blog post »

I can't even describe how excited and terrified I am as my expected publication date nears!! PLUS, I'm almost done writing book 2! So much going on, my head is spinning! That's a lot of exclamation marks, my editor would tell me to get rid of them!!!!

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Im very happy to announce that my monologue which was among the 16 winners chosen to be performed in this years 2018 Waterloo Festival Writing Competition, is available now on Amazon.

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"Whispers at Seaside is an engaging, feel good romance. Great characters, romance and family make the perfect summer read." - Susan G., Lady Celeste Reads Romance

💞Fall in love with Mira and Matt in WHISPERS AT SEASIDE - NOW LIVE!
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Authors write to tell a story, to express a thought or emotion, to entertain. Mostly, we hope what we do impacts readers in a positive way.

My latest novel -- almost complete -- is an outrageously preposterous story about a woman trying to find herself after divorce, loss, and financial ruin. She'... Read more of this blog post »

Gracias a los compañeros del Círculo de Fantasía y a la autora Sandra Adrián, tenéis este magnífico video en el canal de youtube del círculo con la lectura de un fragmento de El Principio del Origen y otros tres libros de mis compañeros... ¡No tiene desperdicio!

Espero que os guste:
https://m.youtu... Read more of this blog post »

"I’m happy I found Melissa Foster and her sigh-worthy contemporary romances." - Stacey is Sassy

3 DAYS until ANYTHING FOR LOVE releases!
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All 3 of my e-books versions are available at:
https://www.smashwords.com/profile/vi...

Memoirs Of A Little Old Man
Survival Healing 101
and
Limbo Of A Little Old Man
for FREE.... Read more of this blog post »

We have just got back from our annual trip to France, Germany and Luxembourg. This year, daughter Katherine and youngest grandson Gulliver joined us for the first week, which started in the Champagne Ardennes. We always drive (I get crazy in tunnels) taking the ferry from Dover to Calais. I like... Read more of this blog post »

After calling out everyone else who was getting on my nerves by creating such bronze rules as "U.S. Streets Are Not Boxing Rings Or Battlefields Rule -- Police officers, stop harassing, attacking, and killing innocent citizens" (I wrote this rule shortly before the BlackLivesMatter movement start... Read more of this blog post »

Because You're Mine releases July 12th and I am SO excited for you guys to read it!

Learn more about it here: http://www.clairecontrerasbooks.com/2...

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Sign up for a RELEASE DAY alert: https://www.subscribepage.com/Because... Read more of this blog post »

Happiness! I have a short-short story, titled "Extracts from the Captain's Notes," in the July/August issue of Analog, my third piece there this year. And I have a poem, titled "Red Rising," in the July/August issue of F&SF, also my third piece there this year :-)

Lest anyone gets a misguided... Read more of this blog post »

Free today! #Delilah Carmichael is about to receive the surprise of her life. #Birthday Surprise by #TonyaLampley. A story of #femaleempowerment. #GirlPower. #Dontmissit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B017EVSIUQ

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Nadia is haunted by World War II. Her memories of the war are messy, coming back to her in pieces and flashes she can’t control. Though her adoptive mother says they are safe now, Nadia’s flashbacks keep coming. Sometimes she remembers running, hunger, and isolation. But other times she remembers... Read more of this blog post »

i was in one of those moods last night. not depressed, but not happy either. when i was younger, i dreaded trying to write when i felt that way. now, i force myself to. not so much a catharsis but more of a bloodletting. and yes, there was alcohol involved. i wrote and typed up 8 poems last night... Read more of this blog post »

Five of my books are free today for download for Kindle. Contorted Royal, The Lonely Children of New York, Pocket Words, Characters, and Midnight Mania. Get your free copies today!

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