B.J. Hyman's Blog, page 9
July 7, 2015
What an Interesting Day I’ve Had
So, when I got up this morning (at 10 am! I was very tired!), I knew I was going to be interviewed with my sister on WCBI for the Mid-Morning with Aundrea show airing tomorrow morning at 9 am. I met her and her husband, Keith, for lunch and some pre-interview chatting. Who should stop in at the same restaurant but the producer of the show (Mary Carroll Sullivan) and the station manager of WCBI (Derek Rogers)? To me, this was a good omen!
We then went to a coffee shop (Beans & Cream) and took the time to discuss the possibilities of having a joint book signing with the manager while sipping on caffeinated deliciousness.
We get to the station and ready ourselves for the interview with pictures! Of course!
After we finished the interview, I said goodbye to my sister and went to Hobby Lobby, of course! I had something in particular that I was looking for. But while there, I found something I couldn’t resist buying:
I also found some very cool masks for my sister to use with her writing alter ego, Leigh McQueen:
But, while I was there, in “only BJ” fashion, I ended up going into the MENS restroom!! It was completely on accident and I was SOOOOOOO glad that there wasn’t anyone in there!! GASP!
I came home and decided to take pictures of my pretty flowers close to my mailbox.
While out there, I noticed that a bush nearby had berries on it. I’ve lived in this house for 6 years and have NEVER noticed berries here! Well, I think they are blueberries! How wonderful!
All in all, a very productive day! Now….on to working on my first draft of the second book!
June 2, 2015
Reviews for Day Zero
All writers love to hear what their audience thinks of their work. Unlike theatre, where you get immediate response, writing is a long process with an even longer wait for reviews. I wanted to thank and recognize all who have reviewed my book so far. You are my heroes! It’s what makes me want to write more! (besides the desire to see what will happen next in the stories I began!)
So, here are the links to my wonderful readers who have reviewed me so far. Thank you so much!
(just click on the word to get to the reviews)
May 31, 2015
Rush: The Camera Eye
Watching Rush in New Orleans for their R40 tour, I was reminded of how much this song makes me think of Day Zero. It’s a wonderful song.
May 16, 2015
Calling All Book Clubs
Any book clubs within a reasonable distance of Columbus, MS that chooses to do Day Zero: The Book of Patrick can contact me to come sign books and meet for a personal discussion of the book and characters.
How often do you get THAT chance?
If you tell me how many are in your group, I may also be able to give you a bulk discount on the books.
Contact me through my Facebook page (BJ Hyman Author Page) or through my email address: bjhyman2112@gmail.com .
New Buy Now Feature
As you can probably see, I’ve added a Buy Now feature on the site that allows you to order a SIGNED copy from and sent by me!
I also have links on each of my blog posts to buy both the ebook version and the paperback version of my book as well as the ebook copies of my sister’s short stories. She’ll have a novel out at the beginning of June that I’ll be putting a link to buy for on here, as well.
I hope this helps with getting DAY ZERO into your hands!
May 10, 2015
Rush: Time Stand Still
Can you sense the theme here? Rush gives more incredible lyrics to the Day Zero inspiration music list. Who hasn’t felt this at some time or another? Time can rush way from us in the blink of an eye…irretrievably. All of our heroes who have passed the last day of their countdown want to be able to return to the lives that have slipped from their grasp. How universal.
Rush: The Analog Kid
This is a lyric video because it’s the lyrics that really speak to me in relation to DAY ZERO.
Too many hands on my time
Too many feelings –
Too many things on my mind
When I leave I don’t know
What I’m hoping to find
When I leave I don’t know
What I’m leaving behind…
– The Analog Kid (Signals)
This passage brings to mind the confusion Patrick feels when he’s trying to understand the complexities of what has happened to him.
May 5, 2015
Midmorning with Aundrea appearance on WCBI sneak peek
Here are a few pictures of the recording of my guest appearance on Midmorning with Aundrea on WCBI that airs tomorrow at 9 am. Make sure to watch, if you are local! If not, I’ll be posting the video after it airs tomorrow and also the link to WCBI’s website where they will post it as well.
May 3, 2015
Book Trailer for DAY ZERO: THE BOOK OF PATRICK
I’m so thrilled with the work that Mission Multimedia did! My book trailer is amazing!
April 30, 2015
My Cover to Look For…
Here’s my cover so that you’ll know what to look for on Amazon as well as other stores.
