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February 15, 2011
Want to know what your teens are reading?
I have a hip aunt who likes to read the same books as her teenagers. She does this so she knows what they're reading and she can chime in on conversations and know what they're talking about.
I think this approach is quite brilliant, actually. It's a great way to stay in tune with what your kids are up to as well as have a way to connect with them.
But what if you don't have time to read every book your kids are reading? Or what if you don't have teenagers, but you see a popular book and wonder...
I think this approach is quite brilliant, actually. It's a great way to stay in tune with what your kids are up to as well as have a way to connect with them.
But what if you don't have time to read every book your kids are reading? Or what if you don't have teenagers, but you see a popular book and wonder...
Teaser Tuesday
Pick up your current read. Flip to a random page. Post 2 spoiler free passages. Include the book name and author for interested readers.
The Princess and the Bear by Mette Ivie Harrison
Page 241
"You must be a very stubborn Man," said Chala.
Richon laughed. "I thank you," he said with a short bow.
"Closer your eyes," said Richon.
Chala closed her eyes.
"Do you feel the magic within you?" Richon asked.
"Yes," said Chala.
This is the sequel to the Princess and the Hound. In some ways it's much better, ...
The Princess and the Bear by Mette Ivie Harrison
Page 241
"You must be a very stubborn Man," said Chala.
Richon laughed. "I thank you," he said with a short bow.
"Closer your eyes," said Richon.
Chala closed her eyes.
"Do you feel the magic within you?" Richon asked.
"Yes," said Chala.
This is the sequel to the Princess and the Hound. In some ways it's much better, ...
February 13, 2011
How to break through Writer's Block.
I am no Stephenie Meyer, but I have been around the block when it comes to writing novels. Did I mention I've written five?
And I've banged my head against that mental brick wall before.
Scientifically, there are some very good reasons for experiencing writer's block. It has to do with brain waves and such. Anyway, if you've never hit that barrier before, let me explain it to you. Wait, first let me explain the writer's block I'm talking about is the kind that occurs in short periods of time. N...
And I've banged my head against that mental brick wall before.
Scientifically, there are some very good reasons for experiencing writer's block. It has to do with brain waves and such. Anyway, if you've never hit that barrier before, let me explain it to you. Wait, first let me explain the writer's block I'm talking about is the kind that occurs in short periods of time. N...
February 11, 2011
Review: The Princess and the Hound by Mette Ivie Harrison
Anyone found with Animal Magic is burned at the stake. What would the citizens of Kendal think if they knew their beloved queen had Animal Magic? What would they say if they found their Prince, George, also inherited the evil?
But to George, it isn't evil at all. He can speak the language of the animals around him, and it's a wonderful world he shares with his mother. But when the queen dies because of a strange fever brought on by the magic, George does everything in his power to suppress it ...
But to George, it isn't evil at all. He can speak the language of the animals around him, and it's a wonderful world he shares with his mother. But when the queen dies because of a strange fever brought on by the magic, George does everything in his power to suppress it ...
February 10, 2011
I just thought I'd share.
I feel a little funny saying this, but here it goes: I have a website.
I read an article from about.com that said when promoting your book, the first thing you need to do is create a website and a blog. Notice the middle word there? And. Not or. And.
So, I created the blog first, then the website. Hey, the article never mentioned what order they had to come in.
There is really nothing on my website that isn't on my blog, but at least my presence is now on the internet. I keep changing the design...
I read an article from about.com that said when promoting your book, the first thing you need to do is create a website and a blog. Notice the middle word there? And. Not or. And.
So, I created the blog first, then the website. Hey, the article never mentioned what order they had to come in.
There is really nothing on my website that isn't on my blog, but at least my presence is now on the internet. I keep changing the design...
February 9, 2011
It's the little things.
As of right now, I have 15 "likes" on Facebook. I have 9 followers on blogger. And, get this, I have a fan on Goodreads! An actual fan! Yes, yes, yes, yes!
Who cares if he's a friend? I didn't have to ask him to be my fan, did I? For the record, no. I didn't ask him. His wife is one of my old roommates, and she periodically tells me that he's asking about my book. That sure makes a person feel good.
Yeah, right now, I'm feeling really good.
Thank you, thank you EVERYONE for being so supportive a...
Who cares if he's a friend? I didn't have to ask him to be my fan, did I? For the record, no. I didn't ask him. His wife is one of my old roommates, and she periodically tells me that he's asking about my book. That sure makes a person feel good.
Yeah, right now, I'm feeling really good.
Thank you, thank you EVERYONE for being so supportive a...
Review: Keeper of Infinity by Haley Weilmuenster
Airyn and Trent come from very different backgrounds. Airyn has a loving home, doting family, loyal best friends. Trent has nothing. He has a father who hates him and no friends at school.
But the two have one very important thing in common. They're both dead.
After dying, Airyn finds her way into a colorful room, pictures of her life everywhere, and file cabinets full of her life. She has a decision to make: go to heaven with her memories (the good and the bad), or go to heaven with her mind...
But the two have one very important thing in common. They're both dead.
After dying, Airyn finds her way into a colorful room, pictures of her life everywhere, and file cabinets full of her life. She has a decision to make: go to heaven with her memories (the good and the bad), or go to heaven with her mind...
February 8, 2011
My own worst enemy.
I finished my proof read of The Gifted last night.
I was pleasantly surprised. Deep inside I was afraid that it was going to be terrible and I'd have to retract all the hard work I've done to market my book. I was breaking out in a cold sweat just thinking about what I was going to tell people when they asked why they couldn't read my book.
"Sorry. It stinks." (Insert pathetic shrug here.)
But the good news is, it doesn't stink! :) I knew that, I just needed reassurance.
I was also surprised at...
I was pleasantly surprised. Deep inside I was afraid that it was going to be terrible and I'd have to retract all the hard work I've done to market my book. I was breaking out in a cold sweat just thinking about what I was going to tell people when they asked why they couldn't read my book.
"Sorry. It stinks." (Insert pathetic shrug here.)
But the good news is, it doesn't stink! :) I knew that, I just needed reassurance.
I was also surprised at...
Teaser Tuesday
Rules: Pick up your current read. Flip to a random page. Post two spoiler free selections from the book. Include the author and book title so interested readers know what to look for.
Anyone can play! Just post on your blog and give us a link, or post in the comments so we know what to check out from the library.
The Princess and the Hound, by Mette Ivie Harrison
Page 209
1. The implications of that fell on George slowly, producing a black heaviness in his heart. In a hoarse voice, he asked, "Ar...
Anyone can play! Just post on your blog and give us a link, or post in the comments so we know what to check out from the library.
The Princess and the Hound, by Mette Ivie Harrison
Page 209
1. The implications of that fell on George slowly, producing a black heaviness in his heart. In a hoarse voice, he asked, "Ar...
February 7, 2011
Come find me
Today is a momentous occasion.
This morning I put The Gifted on Goodreads. You can find the page here.
You will see the release date and...ready? The cover! Yes. The cover art is available to the public for viewing. I am confident you will love it as much as I do. So much time, effort, blood, sweat and tears went into it. I didn't design it, but I've been working closely with my sister-in-law, who did design it. Even I don't know how much work went into it, but I can guess how many hours. It's ...
This morning I put The Gifted on Goodreads. You can find the page here.
You will see the release date and...ready? The cover! Yes. The cover art is available to the public for viewing. I am confident you will love it as much as I do. So much time, effort, blood, sweat and tears went into it. I didn't design it, but I've been working closely with my sister-in-law, who did design it. Even I don't know how much work went into it, but I can guess how many hours. It's ...
