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My Way (An Indie Author's Perspective)
I planned each charted course
Each careful step along the byway
Oh, and more, much more than this
I did it my way
Yes, there were times,
When I bit off more than I could chew
But through it all when there was doubt
I ate it up and spit it out
I faced it all and I stood tall
And did it my way
(Select lyrics from “My Way,” a song popularized by Frank Sinatra in 1969)
The journey I speak of, going my way or the highway, is that of planning each charted course along page 1 to 562 in my second novel—coming soon—'An Enlightening Quiche.' Submitted for publication on March 31st, I received the electronic galley proof on Friday, the 13th of May.
Delighted to view the cover proof configured from my vision, ‘Ol Brown Eyes soon delved into the proof copy. It sure makes a difference reading extra-large print in comparison to squinting over hill and dale on terrain in Times New Roman, font size 12. To my chagrin, I’ve detected pesky spacing issues with various hyphenated words, and found one inconsistency to get rid of.
Still, all in all, I’m glad I embarked on this 8-yr. journey “my way” through self-publication because I’m in control of the whole process, and every decision is mine. Under no delusion, I realize the uphill struggles for an indie/self-published author post-publication from standing alone. Marketing fiction can be a tough sell, so ample time and, more than likely, money are required to fire up the passion for promoting and making a sale.
Most importantly, I wrote this second novel in the genre of Women’s Fiction my way. Other than two literary agents in the guise of my cats, who either sit at my feet or close by, monitoring everything I do at the keyboard, I’ve held my ground in plotting the story. I don’t seek suggestions or opinions to appease or appeal to any general consensus pertaining to what might or might not reel in a potential reader. The day I start second guessing myself, I’d better shut down my writing program.
Currently rereading the electronic galley proof for the second time around, the end is near, so I face the final curtain before submitting this file whose corrections will be implemented in the ebook conversion.
For now, from the Prologue of 'An Enlightening Quiche':
Cocooned inside the security blanket of matrimonial bliss while sipping a cup of coffee and looking out the window above the kitchen sink onto Fleur-de-Lis Avenue, I stared into the past and marveled how destiny aligns the stars in the universe to predetermine our own fate.
Augusta
Each careful step along the byway
Oh, and more, much more than this
I did it my way
Yes, there were times,
When I bit off more than I could chew
But through it all when there was doubt
I ate it up and spit it out
I faced it all and I stood tall
And did it my way
(Select lyrics from “My Way,” a song popularized by Frank Sinatra in 1969)
The journey I speak of, going my way or the highway, is that of planning each charted course along page 1 to 562 in my second novel—coming soon—'An Enlightening Quiche.' Submitted for publication on March 31st, I received the electronic galley proof on Friday, the 13th of May.
Delighted to view the cover proof configured from my vision, ‘Ol Brown Eyes soon delved into the proof copy. It sure makes a difference reading extra-large print in comparison to squinting over hill and dale on terrain in Times New Roman, font size 12. To my chagrin, I’ve detected pesky spacing issues with various hyphenated words, and found one inconsistency to get rid of.
Still, all in all, I’m glad I embarked on this 8-yr. journey “my way” through self-publication because I’m in control of the whole process, and every decision is mine. Under no delusion, I realize the uphill struggles for an indie/self-published author post-publication from standing alone. Marketing fiction can be a tough sell, so ample time and, more than likely, money are required to fire up the passion for promoting and making a sale.
Most importantly, I wrote this second novel in the genre of Women’s Fiction my way. Other than two literary agents in the guise of my cats, who either sit at my feet or close by, monitoring everything I do at the keyboard, I’ve held my ground in plotting the story. I don’t seek suggestions or opinions to appease or appeal to any general consensus pertaining to what might or might not reel in a potential reader. The day I start second guessing myself, I’d better shut down my writing program.
Currently rereading the electronic galley proof for the second time around, the end is near, so I face the final curtain before submitting this file whose corrections will be implemented in the ebook conversion.
For now, from the Prologue of 'An Enlightening Quiche':
Cocooned inside the security blanket of matrimonial bliss while sipping a cup of coffee and looking out the window above the kitchen sink onto Fleur-de-Lis Avenue, I stared into the past and marveled how destiny aligns the stars in the universe to predetermine our own fate.
Augusta
Back in the Saddle (Writin' High)
Her long blonde hair
Falling down across her arms
Hiding all the lady's charms
Lady Godiva
She found fame and made her name
(Lyrics from “Lady Godiva," a hit single recorded by Peter and Gordon in 1966)
Ever since I submitted the manuscript for my upcoming Women’s Fiction novel, 'An Enlightening Quiche,' I’ve been rounding up potential promotion sites and promising book reviewers—riding bareback—my steed, not me!
For starters, this week I got rid of the old to make way for the new by offering a Goodreads giveaway of the last four print copies from the Second Edition of my debut novel, 'Underlying Notes.' Now extinct, those of you who acquired a copy of the First or Second Edition, are in possession of a rare collector’s item, if I must say so. Henceforth, it is only available as an Amazon Kindle Edition for $3.99
http://www.amazon.com/author/evapasco
A-hey-hey-hey!
Hot-to-trot on the Facebook range, I’ve joined groups affiliated with writers and readers: The Hungry Bookworms, Promote Your Book, Unsung Authors, Marketing for Creatives, and BookAholic Café. I find it both comforting and exhilarating to interact with other published authors striving for recognition. I am in awe of what they have to offer as evidenced by their book covers, trailers, and well-honed synopses.
Each day at Facebook I look forward to posting my “Enlightening Elements” pertinent to 'An Enlightening Quiche.' Thus far, I’ve composed six of them. I’ve slowly been accruing “likes” on my new Facebook Author Page, courtesy of a Facebook Ladder thread on Goodreads, and “Share the Facebook Love” program at World Literary Café.
https://www.facebook.com/author.evapa...
I’ve amassed many views for my Book Promo Trailer on You Tube:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKyakvIl3Aw
As for Lady Godiva fame and making a name, my valiant efforts are “all or nothing,” and hopefully not “all for nothing.” Back in the saddle, on my high horse, one thing’s for sure: you’ll never see my long blonde hair lyin’ on the barber’s floor!
Falling down across her arms
Hiding all the lady's charms
Lady Godiva
She found fame and made her name
(Lyrics from “Lady Godiva," a hit single recorded by Peter and Gordon in 1966)
Ever since I submitted the manuscript for my upcoming Women’s Fiction novel, 'An Enlightening Quiche,' I’ve been rounding up potential promotion sites and promising book reviewers—riding bareback—my steed, not me!
For starters, this week I got rid of the old to make way for the new by offering a Goodreads giveaway of the last four print copies from the Second Edition of my debut novel, 'Underlying Notes.' Now extinct, those of you who acquired a copy of the First or Second Edition, are in possession of a rare collector’s item, if I must say so. Henceforth, it is only available as an Amazon Kindle Edition for $3.99
http://www.amazon.com/author/evapasco
A-hey-hey-hey!
Hot-to-trot on the Facebook range, I’ve joined groups affiliated with writers and readers: The Hungry Bookworms, Promote Your Book, Unsung Authors, Marketing for Creatives, and BookAholic Café. I find it both comforting and exhilarating to interact with other published authors striving for recognition. I am in awe of what they have to offer as evidenced by their book covers, trailers, and well-honed synopses.
Each day at Facebook I look forward to posting my “Enlightening Elements” pertinent to 'An Enlightening Quiche.' Thus far, I’ve composed six of them. I’ve slowly been accruing “likes” on my new Facebook Author Page, courtesy of a Facebook Ladder thread on Goodreads, and “Share the Facebook Love” program at World Literary Café.
https://www.facebook.com/author.evapa...
I’ve amassed many views for my Book Promo Trailer on You Tube:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKyakvIl3Aw
As for Lady Godiva fame and making a name, my valiant efforts are “all or nothing,” and hopefully not “all for nothing.” Back in the saddle, on my high horse, one thing’s for sure: you’ll never see my long blonde hair lyin’ on the barber’s floor!
“Like” Me! (An Unsung Author’s Rise from Obscurity)
Run the extra mile
So they “like” me on Facebook, do they “like” me?
I don't have to try so hard
I don't have to bend until I break
(My own exploitation of the lyrics to “Try,” Colbie Caillat’s lead single from the album, ‘Gypsy Heart,’ released in 2014).
As Facebook “likes” are important to raise author visibility by gaining exposure, cultivating relationships, and increasing the means to communicate with a targeted audience, I’ve been running the extra mile to get them. Ever since I created my Facebook Author Page about a month ago, I’ve gone from 0 to 93 likes. The brass ring of attaining 100 “likes,” feasibly within reach, encourages me to try even harder.
How did I get from 0 – 93 on the Facebook tachometer? Every which way but loose!
Sprinting along the yellow brick road on Goodreads pertaining to Facebook “like” threads posted in my groups.
Participating in Facebook’s “Share the Love” program at World Literary Café where I’m No. 2127 on a list of 2133. Thus far I’ve climbed the love ladder to rung no. 1529. And, no—for all the love I spread around on a daily basis, the “likes” aren’t easily forthcoming. But, I’m very grateful for those who’ve reciprocated.
A shout-out to my Facebook groups: Marketing for Creatives and Scribes & Bibliophiles for the comradery and supportive exchange. My thanks to the hearts and minds I’ve won at the BookAholic Café for stopping by to “like” my page.
Last, but not least by any means: Authors Den. While I’ve no idea if any, many, some, a few, or even one silent benefactor has “liked” my Facebook Author page, I’ve asked. However, most endearing to me are the members who take the time to read my posts on any given day, and leave encouraging comments. In particular, recent posts pertaining to my upcoming Women’s Fiction novel, ‘An Enlightening Quiche’: Book Promo Trailer, Prologue, and Pre-Pub Book Review.
Although I may try hard to the point of bending until I break, I want everyone to know that while one of my ambitions is accruing Facebook “likes” to increase my reach—I don’t view each “like” as a number, especially if you “engage my page” by leaving a comment. In my eyes, you’ve then elevated your status from an invited guest to a valued friend.
If you’re so inclined, stop by and “like” me. Within the comfort of your own home, grab a chair, sip a cup of coffee, and enjoy a slice of quiche while you check out the top post which will acquaint you with a novel baked-to-perfection, and soon rising to the occasion for reader consumption.
Leave a footprint in the form of a comment before you go.
ENTER HERE: https://www.facebook.com/author.evapa...
So they “like” me on Facebook, do they “like” me?
I don't have to try so hard
I don't have to bend until I break
(My own exploitation of the lyrics to “Try,” Colbie Caillat’s lead single from the album, ‘Gypsy Heart,’ released in 2014).
As Facebook “likes” are important to raise author visibility by gaining exposure, cultivating relationships, and increasing the means to communicate with a targeted audience, I’ve been running the extra mile to get them. Ever since I created my Facebook Author Page about a month ago, I’ve gone from 0 to 93 likes. The brass ring of attaining 100 “likes,” feasibly within reach, encourages me to try even harder.
How did I get from 0 – 93 on the Facebook tachometer? Every which way but loose!
Sprinting along the yellow brick road on Goodreads pertaining to Facebook “like” threads posted in my groups.
Participating in Facebook’s “Share the Love” program at World Literary Café where I’m No. 2127 on a list of 2133. Thus far I’ve climbed the love ladder to rung no. 1529. And, no—for all the love I spread around on a daily basis, the “likes” aren’t easily forthcoming. But, I’m very grateful for those who’ve reciprocated.
A shout-out to my Facebook groups: Marketing for Creatives and Scribes & Bibliophiles for the comradery and supportive exchange. My thanks to the hearts and minds I’ve won at the BookAholic Café for stopping by to “like” my page.
Last, but not least by any means: Authors Den. While I’ve no idea if any, many, some, a few, or even one silent benefactor has “liked” my Facebook Author page, I’ve asked. However, most endearing to me are the members who take the time to read my posts on any given day, and leave encouraging comments. In particular, recent posts pertaining to my upcoming Women’s Fiction novel, ‘An Enlightening Quiche’: Book Promo Trailer, Prologue, and Pre-Pub Book Review.
Although I may try hard to the point of bending until I break, I want everyone to know that while one of my ambitions is accruing Facebook “likes” to increase my reach—I don’t view each “like” as a number, especially if you “engage my page” by leaving a comment. In my eyes, you’ve then elevated your status from an invited guest to a valued friend.
If you’re so inclined, stop by and “like” me. Within the comfort of your own home, grab a chair, sip a cup of coffee, and enjoy a slice of quiche while you check out the top post which will acquaint you with a novel baked-to-perfection, and soon rising to the occasion for reader consumption.
Leave a footprint in the form of a comment before you go.
ENTER HERE: https://www.facebook.com/author.evapa...
