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Shikha Chandel's blog:
the perfection which we aspire
everyday we fight ourselves about giving in the best, receiving the best. we strive so hard that sometimes, i guess, it really takes a toll on us. we fight, bounce back stressed...it really starves me at times, this whole perception of being the best perfection of yourself, expectation from other...
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Garrison Kelly's blog:
Raised By Television
VERSE 1
How many slurs are you allowed to use?
How many drugs are you allowed to abuse?
How many sheep are you allowed to confuse?
How many lives are you allowed to lose?
You watch the box, but never question it
You have a dispute, but never settle it
You never pick apart the stories you hear
Cave in to... Read more of this blog post »
How many slurs are you allowed to use?
How many drugs are you allowed to abuse?
How many sheep are you allowed to confuse?
How many lives are you allowed to lose?
You watch the box, but never question it
You have a dispute, but never settle it
You never pick apart the stories you hear
Cave in to... Read more of this blog post »
Susan Stoker's blog:
You Are Strong!
It's been a big year for Stoker releases (seven books already!), but never fear, there are still FIVE more books to come this year!
Next up is Shelter for Koren. For those of you who have been following the Badge of Honor series for the last three years (!) we're coming down to the last two books... Read more of this blog post »
Next up is Shelter for Koren. For those of you who have been following the Badge of Honor series for the last three years (!) we're coming down to the last two books... Read more of this blog post »
Stephen M. Sanders's blog:
A little about PASSE-PARTOUT
Hi All!
As a beginning blog post about my book and the news surrounding its publication, here's a little history of its composition:
I started writing my novel about eight years ago. Like pretty much everything else I geek out about, I started writing the thing just see if I could do it. What initi... Read more of this blog post »
As a beginning blog post about my book and the news surrounding its publication, here's a little history of its composition:
I started writing my novel about eight years ago. Like pretty much everything else I geek out about, I started writing the thing just see if I could do it. What initi... Read more of this blog post »
Noel F. Mehlo Jr.'s blog:
How D-Day Changed the World
JUNE 12, 2019
There were many D-Day’s throughout World War II. Literally, D-Day means the start of something important, oftentimes something confidential. However, the one that has been known as the D-Day was the launch of Operation Overlord when Allied forces landed on the coast of Normandy on Ju... Read more of this blog post »
There were many D-Day’s throughout World War II. Literally, D-Day means the start of something important, oftentimes something confidential. However, the one that has been known as the D-Day was the launch of Operation Overlord when Allied forces landed on the coast of Normandy on Ju... Read more of this blog post »
Pat Powers's blog:
Beta Readers Wanted for "The Visitor From Incel World"
Or, “Stop me before I fuck up again!” *The Visitor from Incel World* is completed and is now ready for beta readers. A beta reader is somebody who reads an author's book before it is published and lets them know about any problems they find.
Generally it's something more specific than “This book s... Read more of this blog post »
Generally it's something more specific than “This book s... Read more of this blog post »
Richard A. Knaak's blog:
ANNOUNCING THE FIRST 5E & PATHFINDER ADVENTURE BASED ON REX DRACONIS!
Rising Tides - Available NOW!
A 90 page adventure module for both D&D 5th Edition, and Pathfinder (1e)
War is brewing in Tiberos, of which the free human kingdoms and the Minotaur Empire are blissfully unaware. The wheyr are gathering in force to the north, urged by a godly presence. Their moti... Read more of this blog post »
A 90 page adventure module for both D&D 5th Edition, and Pathfinder (1e)
War is brewing in Tiberos, of which the free human kingdoms and the Minotaur Empire are blissfully unaware. The wheyr are gathering in force to the north, urged by a godly presence. Their moti... Read more of this blog post »
Robert M. Leonard's blog:
First Entry
This is my first ever blog. Amazing as that sounds, I've never tried it before. Mostly because I spend most of my writing time on my books instead.
But it seems to be a "requirement", so here goes!
I LOVE WRITING!
It's that simple. Writing is my addiction. I want nothing in this world so much as to... Read more of this blog post »
But it seems to be a "requirement", so here goes!
I LOVE WRITING!
It's that simple. Writing is my addiction. I want nothing in this world so much as to... Read more of this blog post »
Bernie Morris's blog:
Mirror on the World
Mirror on the World: Poetic Reflections by Ann PerryMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
I love the way the pages are set out with staggered verses on the longer poems. This makes for an easier and pleasant read. Also the poetry, whether happy or sad, is all either uplifting or moving. A joy to read and would... Read more of this blog post »
L.M. Roth's blog:
L. M. Roth Quiz of the Day
L.M. Roth The L. M. Roth Quiz of the Day is a quiz for those familiar with the books of L. M. Roth. If you are not familiar with the books of L. M. Roth, you’d better start cramming!
The answer to yesterday's quiz: it was Elena who described witnessing the destruction of her entire family in a sin... Read more of this blog post »
The answer to yesterday's quiz: it was Elena who described witnessing the destruction of her entire family in a sin... Read more of this blog post »
LaTorre Mays's blog:
GOOD AFTERNOON!!! How is your week going? For me, it was the...
GOOD AFTERNOON!!! How is your week going? For me, it was the downtime of my work week. And it has not been a dull one. Getting centered could be a trying thing when you feel rusty. However, I was on the way to doing it. And it felt good.
But to get into that a little more…it’s time for EDITING, TY...
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N. Lombardi Jr.'s blog:
Who is Big Brother Anyway?
Although much of the buzz has dissipated, there had been a lot of heated discussion concerning the government spying on its citizens as well as others around the world. Do we really have anything to fear (assuming of course we're innocent of anything illegal)?
In my opinion, (and you know what tha... Read more of this blog post »
In my opinion, (and you know what tha... Read more of this blog post »
Kenneth Arant's blog:
Hello Everyone!
Hello to all who've read, and are thinking about reading my novel. It means a lot to me that you've taken time out of your day to check out my stuff.
If you'd like to contact me for questions, comments, or just to say hi. Then I can be reached here @goodreads.com, on facebook @kennetharant- author... Read more of this blog post »
If you'd like to contact me for questions, comments, or just to say hi. Then I can be reached here @goodreads.com, on facebook @kennetharant- author... Read more of this blog post »
Thomas Juarez's blog:
Writer's retreat
Well, Its official! I am attending my first writing retreat! I am super excited and ready to meet a bunch of really interesting people; people that share my passion.
Yes, I have written and published a book; but I am aware that I am a work in progress. One cannot climb a mountain if they are alrea... Read more of this blog post »
Yes, I have written and published a book; but I am aware that I am a work in progress. One cannot climb a mountain if they are alrea... Read more of this blog post »
Rachel Cade's blog:
So...
Not so much a blog post as just a release. I finally finally finally
finished my first novel today.
Its literally been one of the hardest things I've ever done.
But I had to put in words somewhere, just feeling this weight lifted off me.
I'm so thankful
finished my first novel today.
Its literally been one of the hardest things I've ever done.
But I had to put in words somewhere, just feeling this weight lifted off me.
I'm so thankful
Suzy Davies's blog:
"The Cave," by Suzy Davies
I have had a few people ask me where they can find my book, "The Cave"
It's an ebook on Smashwords.
Here's the link to my profile where you can find a review of my book:
https://www.smashwords.com/profile/vi...
Here's the link direct to "The Cave" on Smashwords:
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view..... Read more of this blog post »
It's an ebook on Smashwords.
Here's the link to my profile where you can find a review of my book:
https://www.smashwords.com/profile/vi...
Here's the link direct to "The Cave" on Smashwords:
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view..... Read more of this blog post »
Ella Clarke's blog:
It’s Just…Life
I grew up in a family where going to church and having religion was the right thing to do. There was really no consideration to whether you lived “an ounce worth of dog meat”. It’s one of the things that always raised my eyebrows when I was younger. The facade was carefully maintained because...
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Jenna Moquin's blog:
Mind the Gap
I read an interesting post on social media about how the gap between audience and creator is closing in this day and age. It made me think about the petition to change the ending of Game of Thrones because fans weren’t happy with it. And the gatekeepers who like to point out every single thing th...
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Jeannine Colette's blog:
It's A Total Eargasm!
ATTENTION AUDIOBOOK LISTENERS!!!
I'm excited . . . so, so EXCITED to announce that Austin: A Sexton Brothers Novel IS LIVE IN AUDIBLE!!!
CONFESSION: After ELEVEN books, I have finally (with some hand-holding from Lauren Runow!) produced my first audiobook! And I promise you, we did not take this p... Read more of this blog post »
I'm excited . . . so, so EXCITED to announce that Austin: A Sexton Brothers Novel IS LIVE IN AUDIBLE!!!
CONFESSION: After ELEVEN books, I have finally (with some hand-holding from Lauren Runow!) produced my first audiobook! And I promise you, we did not take this p... Read more of this blog post »
Evan Yarema's blog:
Music and Ideas
My ideas come from many different places. More than ever, ideas hit me at random and in fragments. They are almost never complete, but they happen as events in a story I'm writing or have yet to tackle. I sort of have to make sense of them. They can come as an action scene, or a single character...
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Kate McVaugh's blog:
What's Up with Amazon AU?
I published my first book, Murder, Jaz, & Tel Aviv, through BookSurge. A few years later, they morphed into CreateSpace, and things just got better. I was now able to format everything on my own without paying for the service. Also, I was able to run free eBook giveaways. Then Amazon took ove...
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William L. Ingram's blog:
AN INVITATION TO OPENNESS CHAPTER 9 page 183
Comments from the author: This chapter introduces the turning point that changed my life for the better, forever. William L. Ingram/Author
CHAPTER 9
AN INVITATION TO OPENNESS
CHAPTER 9
AN INVITATION TO OPENNESS
Without opening my eyes, I reached over to the radio and turned
the dial to find a familiar station. A classical melody was...
L.A. Starks's blog:
Kirkus review!
Great review of The Second Law from Kirkus!
"Spirited characters, both good and bad, populate this engaging, often surprising thriller."---Kirkus
Complete review at: https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-re... Read more of this blog post »
"Spirited characters, both good and bad, populate this engaging, often surprising thriller."---Kirkus
Complete review at: https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-re... Read more of this blog post »
F. Scott Andison's blog:
I can't resist (though I know better)
A review of Lost & Found - A Love Story noted the novel had a "bizarre premise" and was at times "completely predictable".
Have to admit can't argue with those observations even a bit - but I did find them somewhat amusing. WHY?
Time Travel Romance = bizzare premise
Romance = completely predicta... Read more of this blog post »
Have to admit can't argue with those observations even a bit - but I did find them somewhat amusing. WHY?
Time Travel Romance = bizzare premise
Romance = completely predicta... Read more of this blog post »
Doug Lewars's blog:
No Country for Old Gnomes
No Country for Old Gnomes by Delilah S. DawsonMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
*** Possible Spoilers ***
This wasn't a bad book but it wasn't quite for me. If I was still in high-school or even university I might have been impressed by the various literary reference particularly those to LOTR but these day... Read more of this blog post »
Melissa Foster's blog:
NEW STEALS & DEALS
Have you checked out the most recent STEALS & DEALS?
https://melissafoster.com/free-ebooks/
*Freebies
*Kindle deals for US/UK/AU/CA
*Kobo BOGO Deals on my Boxed Sets
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https://melissafoster.com/free-ebooks/
*Freebies
*Kindle deals for US/UK/AU/CA
*Kobo BOGO Deals on my Boxed Sets
Read more of this blog post »
Frank P. Ryan's blog:
Writing Fantasy a la Thoreau
Words are the ultimate metaphors.
I'm a bestselling author, but that is not enough. In writing fantasy I look further, deeper . . . Thoreau described what natural writing should be like . . . "He could impress the winds and streams into his service, to speak for him who nailed words to their primi... Read more of this blog post »
I'm a bestselling author, but that is not enough. In writing fantasy I look further, deeper . . . Thoreau described what natural writing should be like . . . "He could impress the winds and streams into his service, to speak for him who nailed words to their primi... Read more of this blog post »
Mark Saha's blog:
Should Amanda Knox shut up and go away?
On the 10th anniversary of Meredith Kercher’s murder, Italy’s national public television network (RAI) hosted a 1.5 hour symposium consisting of Knox prosecutors Giuliano Mignini and Manuela Comodi, and two defense attorneys for convicted murderer Rudy Guede. All four said “overwhelming evidence”...
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Jeremy Maddux's blog:
Never thought I'd see the day that
we begin loving our phones more than legends, magic, miracles. No, in our smart ass hubris, we think we can disprove everything. We can't, but these 'smart' phones falsely empower us to believe it so.
Bill Ricardi's blog:
Well. I have created a Pinterest account. The reason will become clear in time.
https://www.pinterest.co.uk/billricardi/
https://www.pinterest.co.uk/billricardi/
Kristal Dawn Harris's blog:
Why Do I Do Book Trailers?
I am an avid music lover, so it just makes sense to have a book trailer for each title I release. Television commercials are used nonstop for different products, so why not books? We are a very visual society. I say that based on the power of the book cover (which is another post by itself). Howe...
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Gerard Vernot's blog:
Helping Students Eliminate Inappropriate School Behavior: A Group Activities' Guide for Teachers and Counselors.
As the author of the above book, I encourage teachers and counselors to consider reading it. It is a good resource for helping students improve their skills in communication, self- understanding, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills. If you want more information about the book, for exa...
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Mark Cain's blog:
TRUE WIT and BEELZEBUB: A MEMOIR
True Wit: Stories by Humor Writers from Around the Globe is now available for sale. It contains a story I wrote for the collection as well as an excerpt from BEELZEBUB: A MEMOIR, coming out soon. To stoke the fire, I’m giving away True Wit to the first 20 people who contact me. Write me at Mark...
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J.J. Campbell's blog:
of course, it had to start raining...
just as i was getting ready to start writing this, it started fucking pouring. and by pouring, i mean raining so fucking hard that currently, the water is over the sewers and coming up the driveway. good times.
i got mom to her appointment this morning on time. i had to do some quick thinking as i... Read more of this blog post »
i got mom to her appointment this morning on time. i had to do some quick thinking as i... Read more of this blog post »
K. Hippolite's blog:
GiveAway
Going to host two giveaways for Kimberly's adventure. Kind of the closing piece of the marketing puzzle. After this, I'm moving on to the next book (Rocket Girl Sequel, anyone?).
Skip the giveaway: If you're already on the mailing list, your copy will go in the mail mid-July. If you're not on it,... Read more of this blog post »
Skip the giveaway: If you're already on the mailing list, your copy will go in the mail mid-July. If you're not on it,... Read more of this blog post »
Shawn Van Horn's blog:
Dark Thoughts Giveaway Over
My first Dark Thoughts giveaway is over!
I will be mailing out the signed books to the 5 winners by Friday June 20th. A big congrats to my 3 winners from Canada and 2 from the United States!!
I hope anyone who did not win will still read the novel. I know it is a journey that you will want to see t... Read more of this blog post »
I will be mailing out the signed books to the 5 winners by Friday June 20th. A big congrats to my 3 winners from Canada and 2 from the United States!!
I hope anyone who did not win will still read the novel. I know it is a journey that you will want to see t... Read more of this blog post »
Emma Nichole's blog:
Game of Thrones 8x05 "The Bells" - Review
I'm going to take this moment by moment the best I can off of memory because I have a lot to say... and a lot of opinions. And just to get it out of the way now, I really thought this episode was one of the strongest in the season. (Hides from angry fans with their D&D aimed pitch forks). Jus...
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Scott Thurman's blog:
And Bad Mistakes. I’ve Made a Few.
I had lunch with an old friend of mine, who bought the eBook version of “Suicide By Everest” and gave me a list of spelling errors and grammar issues that he had found. (Thanks Troy W.!). I’ve since gone into the KDP author portal and updated the novel. Although I hope that I’ve now caught all t...
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Interview with Barbara Kingsolver
What happens when you've done everything right, but you can't pay your bills?
That's one of the questions Barbara Kingsolver probes in her new novel, Unsheltered . Weaving between the present and the past, it follows two families in Vineland, New Jersey, living in different moments of cultural crisis....more
That's one of the questions Barbara Kingsolver probes in her new novel, Unsheltered . Weaving between the present and the past, it follows two families in Vineland, New Jersey, living in different moments of cultural crisis....more
Interview with Tana French
Dublin crime novelist Tana French has the kind of critical reviews that other writers would…well, die for. Her debut murder mystery,
In the Woods
, won rave reviews and multiple literary prizes upon its release in 2007. Since then, her books have tended to haunt the bestseller lists, on both sides of the pond, and for months at a time. British newspaper The Independent has dubbed French "The First Lady of Irish Crime," and The Washington Post says she is the most important crime novelist to emerge in the past ten years. ...more
