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January 14, 2015
Author Collaborations: A New Goal
Writing is a Solitary Endeavour… Isn’t it? One of the most common phrases that you will hear people say about writing will revolve around it being a solitary venture. It is something that you do, along, locked in a dark … Continue reading →

Published on January 14, 2015 13:40
January 13, 2015
5 self-publishing truths few authors talk about
Originally posted on Suffolk Scribblings:
One of the hardest thing to watch on social media is an author, usually a debut author, getting excited about their upcoming book launch and knowing they are about to get hit around the head…
One of the hardest thing to watch on social media is an author, usually a debut author, getting excited about their upcoming book launch and knowing they are about to get hit around the head…

Published on January 13, 2015 13:20
ALT-POSTR-SPOTLIGHT: PREDATOR
Originally posted on Written in Blood:
For Tim over at Tim’s Film Reviews. PREDATOR Anthony Petrie Ash Thorp Craig Drake Daniel Nash Derek Ring (abnormalbrain) GodMachine James White Ken Taylor MalevolentNate Matt Ferguson thenota Tom Whalen and Dave Perillo Travis…
For Tim over at Tim’s Film Reviews. PREDATOR Anthony Petrie Ash Thorp Craig Drake Daniel Nash Derek Ring (abnormalbrain) GodMachine James White Ken Taylor MalevolentNate Matt Ferguson thenota Tom Whalen and Dave Perillo Travis…

Published on January 13, 2015 13:15
Book Review: The Sleep Room by F. R Tallis
The Sleep Room by F R Tallis The Sleep Room is a work of fiction, but it is one of those remarkable pieces that is more fact than anything else. The settings, the characters, and the events of their lives … Continue reading →

Published on January 13, 2015 01:30
January 11, 2015
#MondayBlogs: Why Writing is Better Than Sex
Originally posted on Shannon A Thompson:
Intro: Today is Monday, which brings us #MondayBlogs – a.k.a. guest writer day! Every Monday, a fellow blogger will be covering a topic revolving around reading and writing, and today’s topic is obviously rather…
Intro: Today is Monday, which brings us #MondayBlogs – a.k.a. guest writer day! Every Monday, a fellow blogger will be covering a topic revolving around reading and writing, and today’s topic is obviously rather…

Published on January 11, 2015 23:01
January 10, 2015
Weekly Writing Wrap-up 10-Jan-2015
The first full week of the year is coming to a close, and I wanted to start (at least one) regular column on this site. Every weekend, so a post on Saturday or Sunday depending on when my previous post … Continue reading →

Published on January 10, 2015 07:51
January 7, 2015
The Ugly Truth About Book Sales
Originally posted on Leona's Blog of Shadows:
Today I am going to share some eye-opening truths, which might shatter the illusions regarding the book publishing business and crush the dreams of some folk out there. I have recently come…
Today I am going to share some eye-opening truths, which might shatter the illusions regarding the book publishing business and crush the dreams of some folk out there. I have recently come…

Published on January 07, 2015 20:45
Clive Barker ‘The Hellbound Heart’ Review
Originally posted on Horror Novel Reviews:
Written by: Matthew J. Barbour Hellraiser is often listed among the greatest horror films ever made. Its cautionary tale of desire and despair is spine chilling. Through the film, we learn of the Cenobites,…
Written by: Matthew J. Barbour Hellraiser is often listed among the greatest horror films ever made. Its cautionary tale of desire and despair is spine chilling. Through the film, we learn of the Cenobites,…

Published on January 07, 2015 12:28
Spotlight: The Darkness of Love by Catherine Green (Review + Interview!)
Originally posted on Jarrrss of Books:
Hi guys! Today, we have something special! By the way, how’s your 2015, so far? Ours have been good, so far. We hope yours is a lot better! (: Anyway, today, we have a…
Hi guys! Today, we have something special! By the way, how’s your 2015, so far? Ours have been good, so far. We hope yours is a lot better! (: Anyway, today, we have a…

Published on January 07, 2015 09:07
January 6, 2015
Networking is the Key to Building a Better Blog
One of my biggest failings last year was my complete lack of any real networking. I mean I didn’t just fail, I failed in spectacular style, and as a result things suffered. Sales of my books fell away, and my … Continue reading →

Published on January 06, 2015 21:32