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Celebrations, Winners, and What the Heck DID I Do This Past Summer?

Wow, what a week! So many awesome things to celebrate:

Blogger buddy M. Pax announced a release date for her book, Semper Audacia, at The Wicked Writers. Her short stories are awesome - can't wait to read her novel.

RaShelle (who rocks) posted the Book Trailer for her upcoming book, Exiled.

Lydia Kang snagged an agent. Way to go, Lydia!

And my good buddy Rusty Webb decided that I needed a picture of me for my blog. (There really is a picture on my About Me page.) Rusty designed this:
Thanks, dud...

Rocking the 80's!

Cool guest and 80's quiz for you today! And a few chuckles at my expense.

But first, a HUGE thank you to everyone who participated (or simply enjoyed) the Worst Movies Ever blogfest. Wow! I think that was the best one yet. I got such a kick out of reading everyone's reasons for their worst movie selections. I managed to visit everyone's post and then some. (Which is why I took a break Tuesday morning.) But I really, really appreciate everyone who got involved in the revelry of crappy movies. A...

Worst Movies Ever Blogfest!

It's time for the Worst Movies Ever Blogfest!

Today, post a list of up to ten of the worst movies you've ever had the misfortune to watch. Films that just oozed awfulness and featured plot holes so big you could drive a bus through them. Any genre or year, but only theater and straight to video/DVD titles. (We already know SyFy Channel movies suck!) Sign up, grab the button, and give us the worst! And be sure to visit others participating in the blogfest.

And now, some of the worst movies I've ...

"Arranging" a Giveaway and Dark Future Humor

I have a guest today - and she's offering a giveaway!


And, don't forget – Monday is the Worst Movies Ever Blogfest! Click the link to sign up and join us in listing up to ten of the worst movies ever made. Remember, must be a theater or video release. SyFy movies don't count – we already know they suck…

On to my guest, the awesome L.J. Sellers…

Finding Humor in a Dark Future

In my new novel, the future is bleak, my characters are flawed, and their quests are intensely personal. Writing this novel...

If I Could Be Anyone...

Today we are celebrating Talli Roland's new release, Watching Willow Watts!

Talli is a super awesome blogger buddy and the cutest Canadian English girl you will ever meet.

Watching Willow Watts is available as an eBook at Amazon and at Amazon UK - paperback coming in November.

She asked if we'd help her celebrate by answering the question, "If I could be anyone, I would be…"


I'd be John Petrucci, guitarist for Dream Theater!

I play guitar, but next to this man, I suck .

Petrucci has created his own ...

You Rock! And News...

Today I am visiting the awesome and beautiful Elizabeth Mueller, talking about brainstorming the second book. So, if anyone else out there has written one story and now you're beginning to panic about a sequel or follow-up, head on over. Hopefully I don't mess you up even worse.

But wait – there's more!

Big thanks again to those who left such awesome comments for those participating in the Insecure Writer's Support Group. I appreciate everyone's efforts. You guys rock!

And I got some news on the...

The Big Burrito Wrap!

Thanks to everyone who participated in the first post of the Insecure Writer's Support Group! I hope I visited everyone's site. So many poured out their heart, and the encouraging comments were awesome. Really, it was beyond what I imagined. I may have started something here! But it's you guys who made it special. One post that caught my attention was from Youngblood, and I hope you have a chance to drop by and offer a word of encouragement. Next post date – October 5!

I have the honor of a ve...

Insecure Writer's Support Group Post & Tips

I am posting one day early for the Insecure Writer's Support Group because there were questions. And I have answers.

- You don't have to visit everyone (that's my job) just connect with a dozen or so participants.
- Feel free to copy the button, link, and/or linky code. If you want to post the list of participants just on the first Wednesday, that's cool.
- What do you write about? Post about your concerns, fears, and struggles and/or recent breakthroughs or words of encouragement for others

This...

Have You Hugged Your Zombie Today?

Quick reminder that next Wednesday is the first posting of the Insecure Writer's Support Group. Time to act neurotic and send the blogging world into a tailspin.

And next month is the Rule of Three Blog Challenge, hosted by Lisa, Damyanti, and Stuart. My book is one of the prizes!

Today I have a really awesome buddy visiting. Please welcome Jeremy – better known as iZombie! He's a super talented artist and author. Jeremy is going to tell you a little about himself and the inspiration for his a...

September Movie Preview And Comment Tips

I have the honor of a special joint guest post with Talli and Matthew today! We're over at Spunk on a Stick's Tips offering tips on how to get blog comments. So, head on over – but after you've checked out the upcoming movies!

A whole lot of average, but then, it IS the September dumping grounds. All descriptions courtesy of the IMDB.

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Shark Night 3D
Director: David R. Ellis
Stars: Sara Paxton, Dustin Milligan, Alyssa Diaz
The Plot: A lake-house retreat on the Louisiana Gulf turns into a nigh...