M.C. Ryder's Blog, page 2
August 3, 2024
TikTok
I've gone to the #booktok side and created a TikTok! It's trial and error as I figure out my unique style on making videos. For now it's all about the quotes!
Here's the link if you like to follow:
https://www.tiktok.com/@mcryder0
In other news, The Darkened Enchantment and Infinity Tales are double award-winning! Each placed in the Firebird Book Awards and both just received gold with Literary Titan!
Stay tuned for more future updates!
Here's the link if you like to follow:
https://www.tiktok.com/@mcryder0
In other news, The Darkened Enchantment and Infinity Tales are double award-winning! Each placed in the Firebird Book Awards and both just received gold with Literary Titan!
Stay tuned for more future updates!
July 14, 2024
Breaking News!
Since I became an author at the end of 2022, I've done many things outside of my comfort zone, but it's part of the job as an author. If I want readers to know about my books, I have to put myself out there. I did another thing outside of my comfort zone and appeared on live TV this past week! Here's the link to the segment of Good Day PA in which I'm featured as a guest to discuss my latest books:
https://www.abc27.com/good-day-pa/aut...
I'm glad I gathered enough courage to participate, as I made a new friend and had a positive experience! Who knows, I may just appear on the show again...
https://www.abc27.com/good-day-pa/aut...
I'm glad I gathered enough courage to participate, as I made a new friend and had a positive experience! Who knows, I may just appear on the show again...
June 8, 2024
Now Available
My newest books, The Darkened Enchantment and Infinity Tales, are now available on the majority of retailer platforms, which include Barnes and Noble, BAM, Amazon, and Bookshop. Get them now for the Summer as they will make the perfect beach read!
May 17, 2024
Breaking News
I've got some exciting news to share! I'm featured on the cover of DE MODE Magazine! I never imagined one day I would be a cover story in a magazine with my face on the front. A once in a lifetime opportunity. You can head over to DE MODE website and download a free copy of the issue or purchase a copy. Here is the link: https://www.demodemagazine.com/magazine
In other news, The Darkened Enchantment and Infinity Tales are coming very soon! Final proofreads have been completed and just waiting on the final step before they are available for purchase. I'm so excited to finally get them out into the world. It's been a wild ride for sure!
In other news, The Darkened Enchantment and Infinity Tales are coming very soon! Final proofreads have been completed and just waiting on the final step before they are available for purchase. I'm so excited to finally get them out into the world. It's been a wild ride for sure!
March 17, 2024
Spring News
As Spring approaches, so does the progress of my upcoming books in The Dark series. The title of my 4th book in the series is The Darkened Enchantment! When one chapter closes, another one begins which is the case with this book introducing new characters.
The 3rd Dark short book in the series is Infinity Tales! Featured in all of my books is the lovable tabby cat, Leo. He is near and dear to my heart as he's inspired by my best friend Tiggie.
Although both were difficult to write during a difficult time in my life, I'm proud I pushed through and completed them. They both take the series to the next level and I'm humbled I was the one who could write the stories.
Stay tuned!
The 3rd Dark short book in the series is Infinity Tales! Featured in all of my books is the lovable tabby cat, Leo. He is near and dear to my heart as he's inspired by my best friend Tiggie.
Although both were difficult to write during a difficult time in my life, I'm proud I pushed through and completed them. They both take the series to the next level and I'm humbled I was the one who could write the stories.
Stay tuned!
January 31, 2024
Story Monsters
Greetings readers!
The end of 2023 wrapped up with all 6 of my published books receiving Royal Dragonfly honorable mentions! Which means my books are multi-awards winners! Check out all the winners here: https://www.storymonstersbookawards.c...
Also, head over to Story Monster Ink Magazine (https://storymonstersink.com/) where my books are featured in the 2024 January Issue featuring the one and only Jamie Lee Curtis! What an honor to be within the pages. Subscribe for FREE to read the issue!
Here's an exclusive... The Dark Series isn't over yet! Stay tuned for a thrilling 2024...
The end of 2023 wrapped up with all 6 of my published books receiving Royal Dragonfly honorable mentions! Which means my books are multi-awards winners! Check out all the winners here: https://www.storymonstersbookawards.c...
Also, head over to Story Monster Ink Magazine (https://storymonstersink.com/) where my books are featured in the 2024 January Issue featuring the one and only Jamie Lee Curtis! What an honor to be within the pages. Subscribe for FREE to read the issue!
Here's an exclusive... The Dark Series isn't over yet! Stay tuned for a thrilling 2024...
December 13, 2023
Happy Holidays
As Christmas nears, I'd like to wish you all Happy Holidays! May the holidays be filled with book cheer! I've taken a slight break as I've made some life changes, however you can expect the forthcoming book in The Dark series, The Darkened Enchantment along with the Dark Short, Infinity Tales to arrive in 2024! You won't want to miss them, so grab the Firebird award-winning The Dark series this holiday season and read up before the new stories arrive! A story for everyone!
November 13, 2023
Chick Lit Book Cafe
In the publishing industry, any industry, for as many positives, there will also be negatives. I experienced a negative and have a duty to other authors to be aware of Chick Lit Cafe Book Reviews & Promotion and how they handle opposition... The best way I can convey my experience is to write a letter...
Dear Chick Lit Cafe,
I'm disappointed in how you treated me when, as a business decision, I decided to part ways when you failed to deliver marketing services in a timely fashion. Hurt when you accused me of scamming you out of an editorial review that I'm sad that I'll never be able to use. You were quick to judge me based on bias due to the actions of other authors. Your mistake was underestimating my motives.
Little did I know I would have to stand up to bullying early on in my author journey. The only thing I have left in the matter is my voice and the truth. Know this, I will not be a returning client as our dispute ends with no win. It's really a shame we couldn't see eye to eye and in doing so missed an opportunity, but I'm doing just fine.
However, in order for me to truly move on and leave the past in the past, I forgive you. I wish you well and hope we both can walk away peacefully learning valuable lessons in our dispute.
Respectfully,
M. C. Ryder
#beaware
#bias
#forgiveness
Dear Chick Lit Cafe,
I'm disappointed in how you treated me when, as a business decision, I decided to part ways when you failed to deliver marketing services in a timely fashion. Hurt when you accused me of scamming you out of an editorial review that I'm sad that I'll never be able to use. You were quick to judge me based on bias due to the actions of other authors. Your mistake was underestimating my motives.
Little did I know I would have to stand up to bullying early on in my author journey. The only thing I have left in the matter is my voice and the truth. Know this, I will not be a returning client as our dispute ends with no win. It's really a shame we couldn't see eye to eye and in doing so missed an opportunity, but I'm doing just fine.
However, in order for me to truly move on and leave the past in the past, I forgive you. I wish you well and hope we both can walk away peacefully learning valuable lessons in our dispute.
Respectfully,
M. C. Ryder
#beaware
#bias
#forgiveness
November 12, 2023
Author Interview
I'm a little introvert... okay, I lot introvert, but in order to reach readers I know I have to step outside of my comfort zone. Written author interviews are easy; speaking author interviews is something outside of my comfort zone, but I'm glad my first author interview was with Pat from Speak Up Talk Radio. You can take a listen here: https://www.speakuptalkradio.com/mc-r...
I didn't stop there though. I also completed a short bit of advice on The BoomBangOhMyGoshWow! Podcast which was just added today: https://www.speakuptalkradio.com/boom...
Hope you take a listen!
Aspire to inspire,
M. C. Ryder
I didn't stop there though. I also completed a short bit of advice on The BoomBangOhMyGoshWow! Podcast which was just added today: https://www.speakuptalkradio.com/boom...
Hope you take a listen!
Aspire to inspire,
M. C. Ryder
October 24, 2023
The Darkest Side of the Moon
Happy 1 year anniversary to #TheDarkestSideoftheMoon
There has been highs and some lows, but looking back, I've accomplished so much!
-Featured in @demodemagazine
-Won gold with @literarytitan
-And won 1st place as First Time Published w/ #FirebirdbookAwards @speakupradio
Head over to YouTube to check out #Discourse book discussion https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8Ybj...
#oneyear #anniversary #indieauthor #books
There has been highs and some lows, but looking back, I've accomplished so much!
-Featured in @demodemagazine
-Won gold with @literarytitan
-And won 1st place as First Time Published w/ #FirebirdbookAwards @speakupradio
Head over to YouTube to check out #Discourse book discussion https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8Ybj...
#oneyear #anniversary #indieauthor #books
