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Tales from Fandom Fest 2012, see Julie Kagawa and Robin Hobb holding my book!

I spent the weekend at Fandom Fest Convention at the Galt House in Louisville KY.

The weekend was amazing, I met so many wonderful authors, artists and actors. I was in literary heaven most of the weekend.

It was super nice to finally get to meet many of my fellow authors I have known from online, it felt like I was visiting family.

There were a few highlights where I had to try very hard not to go fan girl though. One is this first pic of me with Robin Hobb and Julie Kagawa! Look really close cause they are holding my books in their hands and I'm holding theirs. Of course I got autographed copies and they happily accepted autographed copies of my books! This was an incredible moment for me as an author who looks up to these authors.
I met up with some of my closest online author friends A. Jacob Sweeny, author of Pulse of Heroes and JH Glaze author of The Spirit Box. AJ and I just so happened to have our table next to JH Glaze so ended up being even more awesome! The only not awesome part was the 105 degree weather so I looked like crap in all my pics.


During the convention I spent time participating on the literary panels and working at the table AJ and I shared. But, I couldn't get through this convention without going and having a little fun. I ended up getting my photos taken with some celebrities, I will post those pics below, as well as all the other photos from the convention. In addition to Julie and Robin, I got to meet and got signed books by other best selling authors like Richard Kadrey and Angie Fox!

I have to say, this was my first big event like that, and I WILL be doing more of them. It was amazing.

Enjoy the photos and feel free to  leave comments!!

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Me on the panels with Rachel from Bitten by Books and some of the other authors. Middle and right are the table pics These are pictures of pictures, but this is my photos with Norman Reedus and The other pic is all the Boondock Saints! Our Goonies pic with Sean Astin holding A. Jacob Sweeny's book, Pulse of Heroes! Corey Feldman, Sean Astin, A.Jacob Sweeny and are all looking like pensive authors while I missed that part and just smiled. lol Next Pic is me, Andrea Judy, and James Ray Tuck! Right side pic is me and Alicia Justice from Alis Bookshelf! I could not get that goofy grin off my face, I was too excited.

News From Dead Mule Swamp Tour and Giveaway

Today our post is for the News From Dead Mule Swamp tour. If you like mysteries of any kind, I highly recommend this book. Joan H. Young knows how to write believable, very real characters. Read my review below.

Blurb for News From Dead Mule Swamp by Joan H. Young

Anastasia Raven is running from the pain of a failed marriage, and hopes to hide from the world in an old farmhouse she has purchased at the edge of Dead Mule Swamp. When a hundred-year-old newspaper she finds inside a wall is stolen by Cliff Sorenson, and then Cliff disappears, Ana is convinced that the paper holds the key to the mystery. But what old news could be important enough to put Cliff in danger?



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  News from Dead Mule Swamp is a really cozy, small town mystery. I love, love, love books about small towns. I live have lived almost all my life in small towns and it’s awesome when an author can grasp the reality of what small town life is really like. Anyway, this book is more of a novella, it’s short, but so worth the read. I don’t read enough mysteries so it was refreshing to get my hands on a good one. I liked Ana’s back story, the failed marriage and her running off to hide in the country. It gives us a good idea of what her character might be like. We also get to meet several of the town’s people, I have a feeling we may be getting to know some of them a little bit better in the future. My favorite character was Cora Baker. Ana meets Cora when she is looking for a copy of the newspaper and discovers that Cora literally has a museum in her barn. Cora, obsessed with the history since she was a child, sounds like someone I could hang out with. I liked her because when I read mysteries, I don’t trust anyone…you know, they could be the killer. But, Cora I knew I could trust and she believed Ana from the get go, when everyone else told her she was chasing after stuff that wasn’t there. Anyhow, I can’t really say much more…because it’s a mystery! Seriously, I don’t want to say anything that will give it away, but I did want to do a review and let you guys know that you won’t be disappointed if you pick up this book! Author Bio for Joan H. Young

Joan H. Young has been writing stories about the outdoors since the age of 7, when "The Adventures of Skippy the Field Mouse" made its debut. The work survives, but is best left in the box with crayon drawings of squirrels and pressed leaves.

"The Family Christmas," a seasonal poem made it as far as the local newspaper when she was 12, proving that the serious child was already harboring an evil sense of humor.

As an adult, Joan has made a career of proving that she can bumble through life without ever deciding what to be when she grows up. She began with a degree in Communication Arts with an emphasis on theater. Realizing that drama, for her, was like whiskey to an alcoholic, she left a possible career in stage management for a driven man and 10,000 teenagers. (What was she thinking?) A few years later the couple had legally adopted one of the teens, and two younger children, but were still feeding most of the stray 10,000 teenagers as well. No time there for writing anything except grocery lists, and a journal of the wild ride!

In 1986, still longing for a career in sciences, she went back to school, taking higher math and chemistry in hopes of being accepted into the University of Michigan graduate program. From 1992-1995 she lived in Ann Arbor, and did receive a Masters in Environmental Engineering, cleverly getting U of M to pay for it too! Meanwhile, the writing bug still squirmed, and Joan worked hard at collecting rejection slips from a nice series of reputable magazines and publishers. Also during this time slot she began hiking the North Country Trail (NCT), the longest foot path in the United States.

Now armed with an "advanced degree" she returned home and attempted to establish a reputation as a wetland specialist. Well, she was one, but she wasn't very good at marketing herself, and when offered a job as a web site manager, that became the next career. Essays about her hikes on the NCT demanded to be written, and friends urged her to publish.

In 2005, /North Country Cache/ made its debut for the 25th Anniversary of the North Country Trail. Since then, more and more of her time has been spent writing. If only more and more money came from that endeavor, it could be called a career!

Recently, she has begun writing more fiction, including several award-winning short stories soon to be published by Twin Trinity Media, and the Anastasia Raven mystery series.

Young has enjoyed the out-of-doors her entire life. Highlights of her outdoor adventures include Girl Scouting, which provided yearly training in camp skills, the opportunity to engage in a 10-day canoe trip, and numerous short backpacking excursions. She was selected to attend the 1965 Senior Scout Roundup in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, an international event to which 10,000 girls were invited. She has ridden a bicycle from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean in 1986, and on August 3, 2010 became the first woman to complete the North Country National Scenic Trail on foot. Her mileage totaled 4395 miles.

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The Vampire Hunters Daughter Complete Collection Available in Print

So, you have asked for this, and we have listened! The full collection is finally available in print!  You've got it, parts I - VI all in one collection!

You can get a signed one from me on the Home page of this website. Or you can get one from Amazon.com

The print collection is only $9.99 too! So go on and get your very own copy for your book shelf! They make great gifts too!


Also, don't forget to come and see me and A. Jacob Sweeny at the Fright Night Horror Weekend/ Fandom Fest in Louisville KY on June 29th - July 1st.

Another thing I want to mention is I am still looking for reviews from those who have read the series. Particularly the Collectors Edition. So if you've read it, head on over and leave a little review. When we reach 50 (we're at 31 now) I'm going to have a raffle for bumper stickers!

Yay!

Anyhow, thank you friends and fans for all your love and support! You Rock!

Time for Death Review and Giveaway! Tour Kickoff!

Today we are kicking off The Time for Death blog tour with a review and giveaway for a set of all three books in the Liz Baker series in print!

Blurb for Time for Death by Christie Silvers

Liz Baker, a 32 year old small town bar owner, thought it would be a normal evening of sex in a cemetery with her longtime beau, until she spotted someone in the distance, and all normality in her world ceased to exist.

After several murders in her small town of Tremmel Crossing, Georgia, Liz comes to the realization that the murderer is coming after her, and he’s more dangerous than any human could possibly be.

With the help of her dead mother, bar bouncer, and cemetery lover, Liz learns that the murdering vampire was sent by her biological father to claim her as his own. Only then does she discover her real parentage and underlying special powers.

However, the vampire sent to claim her has powers of his own, most importantly the power to control her mind, emotions and desires. She wants him, needs him, her entire body aches for him, but she soon finds out that she must fight back to save the lives of her friends and loved ones. Only death will release her from Marcus’s powerful hold, but who will die first?
My Review:

Time for Death was an awesome read right from the start. I loved this book and will definitely be buying the second one. Liz Baker is a great character, she is honest and strong, and has a filthy mouth. lol. I liked it that Liz had a potty mouth, it showed her character perfectly and also showed us that Christie Silvers does not hold back with her writing. Omg, I hate spoilers and anything I say about this book is going to give away something. Ok, this book is about Liz Baker, who is suddenly being stalked by a vampire. She feels close to him, maybe even loves him, but knows he's evil. There are many other factors that play into Liz's story and I can't say what they are. But, this read is sexy, thrilling and action packed from start to finish. It's funny, because I actually think I could talk about this book a lot and I feel like this review is in adequate because I can't really say more. So go read it so we can talk about it!
Author Bio for Christie Silvers

Christie Silvers is a wife, mother, and writer of urban fantasy with a touch of naughtiness.  Creatures that go bump in the night inspire her.  From time to time those creatures turn to the saucy side of things and that's when Christie dabbles in the paranormal erotic side of writing.  She never knows what the characters will do until they're already doing it, which makes for some interesting late night writing sessions.

Christie lives in north Georgia with her husband of forever, three daughters, four dogs, nine chickens, and numerous outside cats.  Aside from reading, writing, laundry, rushing her children to a variety of school functions and trying not to have a panic attack while teaching her 15 year old to drive, Christie spends her spare time wondering when she'll actually have spare time to spare.

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Time for Death:  http://www.amazon.com/Time-Death-Baker-book-Ebook/dp/B003JBHPBY/ref=ntt_at_ep_edition_2_4?i.e.=UTF8&m=AG56TWVU5XWC2

Kill Me Next Week:  http://www.amazon.com/Kill-Next-Week-Baker-Ebook/dp/B0049B2DCO/ref=ntt_at_ep_edition_2_7?i.e.=UTF8&m=AG56TWVU5XWC2

Killer Intentions:  http://www.amazon.com/Killer-Intentions-Baker-book-Ebook/dp/B006NQKYGK/ref=ntt_at_ep_edition_2_8?i.e.=UTF8&m=AG56TWVU5XWC2

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Early Release For Bad Behavior Tour Kickoff & Giveaway!

Tempting Book Tours brings you the  Early Release For Bad Behavior tour. Early Release For Bad Behavior is interesting and thrilling short story by Kevin Hopson and here you have the chance to win an Ebook copy for yourself.

All you have to do is enter the raffle copter down below. Three people will be chosen as winners and the only mandatory entry is to like his Facebook page and optional tweets.

Here is the Blurb for Early Release For Bad Behavior...
Most incarcerated men dream of being free one day, but death row inmate Jake Evans feels differently. With prisoners suspiciously being dragged from their cells, only to return in anguish, Jake wants no part of the outside world. However, when Jake?s name is eventually called, he is left with no choice. What do the perpetrators want with him, and can he escape the fate others have already met?




About Kevin Hopson...
Prior to hitting the fiction scene in 2009, Kevin was a freelance writer for several years, covering everything from finance to sports. His debut work, World of Ash, was released by MuseItUp Publishing in the fall of 2010. World of Ash was a Top 10 finisher in the 2010 Preditors & Editors Readers Poll, finishing number six in both the Short Story Horror and Short Story Science Fiction categories. Since then, he has had two other short stories released by MuseItUp Publishing - Earthly Forces and Early Release for Bad Behavior. In addition to being available individually in digital format, these stories are collected in print under the title Darkness Abound. Kevin's follow up to Early Release for Bad Behavior, a story titled A Gut Feeling, is featured in The Immanent World, a dark fiction anthology released by AOE Studios in March 2012. His most recent work, Three Miles Below, is currently scheduled for an October 2012 release by MuseItUp Publishing. Kevin's primary interests are in the science fiction, horror, paranormal, and crime fiction genres.



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May
28th Bunny’s Review http://www.bunnysreview.com Review

29th Storytime Book Reviews http://storytimebookreviews.blogspot.com/  Review

30th  Ponderings, Politics and Prose http://ponderings.lucindagunnin.com/ Review 

31st  Lovetiggi’s Blog http://lovetiggisblog.blogspot.com/ Interview

June

1st   The Book Hoard http://www.thebookhoard.com/  Guest post

2nd Tsk Tsk What To Read   www.tsktskwhattoread2.blogspot.com  Promo/Excerpt

3rd Books, Reviews, Movies, Oh My! http://writesthoughts.blogspot.com/  Guest post

4th The Cover and Everything in Between http://thecoverbybrittany.blogspot.com/ Review

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The Vampire Hunter's Daughter Poster Giveaway! Enter Now!

Want to win this poster! I have one sitting here just waiting to be mailed! So, to enter just go down below to the raffle copter. The drawing is open for a week to give everyone time to enter.

There is a bit of news regarding The Vampire Hunter's Daughter Series...
We are finally going to print. Very, very soon. Hopefully today I will have the final edits back and part six will get formatted and up on the available sites. Then, I'll begin the formatting for the complete compilation. I'll post a pic of that below as well, but if you look to the left, you can see it at the bottom.

I am also doing a drawing for bumper stickers when I reach 50 reviews on The Collector's Edition (parts 1-3). So, if you have read them all, but only have a review on part 1, Goodreads, or your blog, then go post it on the Collector's Edition, message me the link and your mailing addy on Facebook or to jennichad217 AT g and then keep your eyes peeled for the bumper sticker raffle.
Also, for this, JH Glaze has offered up a print version of his novel The Spirit Box for the winner. I will have ebooks of part six (if it's available as prizes as well)


Here is what the bumper sticker and bookmarks look like!
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a Rafflecopter giveaway This is the amazing awesome belt my dad made for me. All hand tooled leather and it says "It's always vampire hunting season" Freaking Awesome!

Guest Post from There For You Editing

Today we have a special post from There For You Editing. Editors are very, very important people to authors, and it's nice to hear what they have to say every now and then....

So, let's welcome Melissa Ringsted to the blog and find out what she's got for us today! Thank you, Melissa for joining us and agreeing to guest blog.
   Ahh, editing. You either love it or you hate it. Luckily for those of you that hate it, I love it. I have been an avid reader for as far back as I can remember! Some people wanted to be a fireman, a super hero, or a princess. I wanted to sit around with my nose stuck in a book all day. I feel that my love of all things written and a healthy dose of OCD have allowed me to be the editor I am today.    After a brief stint trying to get into photo-journalism, and realizing I can not write, I decided I'd leave the writing to the experts. Years of learning, schooling, and living, later I am finally enjoying the dream. I created There for You Editing, which offers low cost, affordable editing services. With indie, and self-publishing, on the rise and the frequent complaints that these books were good but with horrible editing, I decided I would create the business and hopefully pay if forward a little. Why should only the authors who belong to large publishing houses be able to have a well edited book? Most of the larger editing places charge anywhere from $4 per page up, or $.01 per word up. I believe in being a part of the indie/self-pub movement and helping the arts.     Why hire an editor you may ask? Well aside from the common thought that indie/self pub books are poorly edited, there are certain things that an editor knows and can look out for. For instance, many books come to me with 2 spaces at the end of each sentence. The 2 spacing rule is an old rule that goes back to the typewriter days. Now, thanks to Word and the automatic spacing depending on the letter, the new rule is only 1 space after a sentence.     Of course there is the common issues of their vs. they're, were vs. we're, there vs. their, et cetera. Another common problem is where to put a comma and how to do correct sentence structure when a character is speaking. Which of these two are correct? "I love you beyond reason." He said "I love you beyond reason," he said.    If you guessed the second, you are correct. Now which of these are correct? "Do you feel the same as I do?" he asked. "Do you feel the same as I do?" He asked.    If you guessed the second... you are wrong. See, this is another common problem.    My editing is line editing. This means I go through your book, line by line, correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, as well as the overall "flow" of the book. Now, I am still human. Errors are unfortunately made. If you read through some of the well known, or big name, books you can still find errors. The scary thing about that is those books go through up to 7 rounds of editing by different types of editors. To try and stop those errors though, I do one round of editing and a second read through.    If you have any further questions, or are in need of an editor, you can either email me at thereforyou.melissa@gmail.com or visit my Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/thereforyou.editing    On my Facebook page you can see some of the covers of a few of the books I have edited. Thank you Jennifer very, very much for hosting me today. It's thanks to amazing authors like you that There for You has succeeded. Enjoy your day! -Melissa  A room without books is like a body without a soul. -Cicero

Author interview with Catherine A. Mackenzie

Welcome to another awesome author interview! This time we are visiting with Catherine A. Mackenzie, or Cathy as some call her.

Let's see what Cathy has been up to and get onto her interview.

Before we start this interview, I'd like to announce that my e-book, "To Love a Grandmother," is on sale at Smashwords until May 13, in honour of all mothers and grandmothers for Mother's Day. Original price is $2.99 and it is on special at $0.99 with code # HP33P. Buy it here: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/48705. I'd love to receive your comments, should you purchase it.

1. When did you start writing?

I started writing with a vengeance early in 2010 (although it really began with poetry in 2007 after the birth of my granddaughters). When my husband and I wintered in Mexico the winter of 2009/2010, I took two writing classes. Shortly afterwards, I discovered several writers forums and my new life as a writer took off. I enjoyed writing many years ago when I was a teenager, and my high school teachers told me to continue writing, but, of course, I did not. I regret that, as I feel I've wasted many years when I could have been perhaps writing the world's next great masterpiece (ha ha ha). Now I spend too much time writing, trying to make up for lost time!

2. What inspired you to do it?

The births of my first two grandchildren, both girls, born three weeks apart in August/September 2007, filled me with such awe and wonder (as sappy as that sounds!) that I wrote each of them a personalized, lengthy poem. It seemed once I wrote those first two poems, I couldn't stop. Getting back into poetry wasn't something I had planned, it just happened. Before long, I had written numerous poems dealing with grandmothers and children, some of which I later self-published in the book, To Love a Grandmother, in 2009. That same year, in 2009, my sister-in-law provided the inspiration for my spiritual poems, Poems of Inspiration and Love. Since then, I've continued composing more poems. Later, I decided I wanted to write more than poetry and began writing short stories and essays.

3. Do you find that it is hard to get people excited about what you do?

Yes, I think it is hard. If I mention an acceptance, whether it be a poem or a short story, to my family, they acknowledge it, but I don't think they realize how important it is to me. Sometimes they think I'm bragging or fishing for compliments, which I'm not; I just get excited, like a little kid with forbidden candy. Some of my friends, however, say what a great writer I am and love my stories, but I'm not so sure they're totally unprejudiced. Unless one is a writer, I don't think one realizes how fulfilling it is to have someone purchase your work or want to print it. It is very rewarding.

4. What projects have you done?

Thus far, I've self-published two books of poetry (as mentioned above), which can be found on Smashwords. I have numerous unpublished poems, short stories and essays that I hope to publish. I also write Haiku and am compiling a book of Haiku, as well. I'm also writing a novel and compiling three longer short stories (which aren't quite finished) into a novella.

5. Any new projects coming up?

Twenty-four of my best short stories have just been professionally edited, and I am now compiling them into two anthologies, which should be up for sale on Smashwords very shortly. The titles are: Lovers and Other Strangers and Love, With a Slice of Lemon. The first book borders on the macabre. The second book contains stories of love, but with a bit of a twist.

6. Do you have a website/blog?

Yes, I do. I set it up last year. A website was something I thought I'd never want. Now, I love it, and I enjoy speaking my mind on the blog page on my site.

As well, I can keep everyone updated as to all my publications on the "Writing Credits" page. Not to brag, but I've accomplished all that within two years, and I'm still amazed that I've become a real published author (and not just a self-published one).

7. Do you find it hard to share your work with others?

Yes. Sometimes, I honestly don't know if my work is good or bad, and I'll ask someone for an opinion. My family say I fish for compliments, but that's untrue. I don't want someone to tell me my writings are good if they're not. Of course, I like to receive praise, but truthfully, I don't want a lie, not when it comes to my writing. I want my best work out there, and I'd be embarrassed if I published a story or a poem that was bad, although, of course, everyone is entitled to their own opinions and not everyone will like everything one writes. So, of course, I don't expect everyone to like everything I've written.

Poetry is a hard sell, I think, so I haven't sold as many copies of my poetry books as I would have liked. However, I haven't promoted my books either, so I can't complain too much. I find it extremely hard to promote myself and my books. I don't want to force people to buy my work, yet I want to get my books out there. It's difficult.

8. My favourite quote:

"Careful, or you'll end up in my novel." I'm in love with that!

9. What are your habits when you sit down to create? Do you have to be in a certain room? outside? Are you naked? Lol

We have an office in our house where I have a great workspace. I usually have the radio on, especially during the day. I also need my caffeine fix: diet Coke.

10. 5 words to perfectly describe you: 

grandmotherly, honest, trustworthy, caring, fearful (That "grandmother" word pops up everywhere in my life and my writings. I never ever thought I'd be bragging about being a grandmother. You can read why on the "My Grandchildren" section of my website.)

11. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

I would love to have a bestselling novel out there!  Who wouldn't!  At the very least, I'd like to have my three novels completed, as well as more compilations of my poetry and short stories.

12. Will you ever stop creating? and have you ever had a moment that you felt like quitting and why? 

I probably have writer's block more than anyone in the entire world. I have to be in the "mood" to write, and if I'm down or feeling out of sorts, I just can't produce. I have all the time in the world to write, but I don't use my time effectively, only because my brain shuts down, not that I waste time. I hate to waste time, especially when I'm in the last chapters of my life. It's those times I think I'm not cut out to be a writer and that I should be doing something more constructive with my life, like sewing or painting, things that can be seen and held instead of words hidden away in my computer. Sometimes I wonder if something unexpected happens to me, what will happen to my work? Will anyone find it? Will anyone care? But, no, I don't think I'll ever stop creating.

13. Do you think that the future is ebook or print? 

I think print books will always be around, but for sure the ebook will take over. It already has, hasn't it? That's sad. I like to hold something in my hand, something concrete that is always "there." It is most discouraging to me when one of my writings has been accepted and the only book published is an e-book. How do you show off an e-book? It's crazy to take out my Kobo and say, "Hey, my story (or poem) is in here?" And what happens when the e-reader breaks down, for whatever reason? Then one's e-library is gone, until the e-reader is repaired or a new one is purchased and the books are uploaded again. Don't get me wrong - I love my Kobo, It is one of the best purchases I've ever made, but I use it solely for travelling. I read "real" books at home.

14. Dream place to live and why?

Well, we have a second home in Mexico where we spend part of the winter, so I guess that's my dream place for the present.

15. Who does your cover art? Do you design it yourself?

Thus far, I've designed my own covers, but that will probably change once I become rich and famous (only kidding!!). I paint, as well (another inspiration from my grandchildren), and someday I'd like to use my paintings on my covers.

Bio: Catherine A. MacKenzie: Cathy enjoys writing poems, short stories and essays, some of which appear online and in various anthologies, including those published by Chicken Soup for the Soul, Dancing with Bear Publishing, Rebel Ink Press and Twin Trinity Media. Her works have also appeared in such publications as Sasee Magazine, Magnapoets, and Still Point Arts Quarterly. Along with additional short stories and poetry, she is working on a novel. She has self-published two books of poetry and has a couple of anthologies of short stories in the works. Cathy also paints, pastels being her favourite medium and her grandchildren her favourite subjects. Cathy lives in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with her husband, and they winter in Ajijic, Mexico, where several of her works have appeared in local publications.  Contact Cathy at writingwicket@gmail.com. Check out her website at www.writingwicket.wordpress.com.

Links to books:

To Love a Grandmother: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/48705

Blurb:  All women will enjoy this book - especially mothers and grandmothers - and anyone who has a grandmother or wants to be a grandmother. The 100 poems in this book are about mothering and grandmothers, about babies and children. Some of the poems are long, some short; some are happy, some sad; some are rhyming, some free-verse. Anyone who treasures a grandmother will appreciate this book.  17,893 words. $2.99

Poems of Inspiration and Love: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/49910

Blurb: This is a collection of 38 easy-to-read inspirational and spiritual poems. Some are one-verse poems; some are longer. They would be enjoyed by believers and non-believers.  4,644 words. $0.99

Website:  www.writingwicket.wordpress.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/GrannyMacKenzie

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=580193782

linkedIn:  http://ca.linkedin.com/pub/catherine-mackenzie/24/15/a5b

Amazon author page: https://www.amazon.com/author/catherineamackenzie

Interview with Miro the Dragon

Today we have a special interview with Miro the Dragon.

Miro the Dragon was written by Theresa Berg, here is a bit about the author before our interview with Miro.

Theresa Berg is a bilingual writer, born in Germany but home only in her heart and her fantasy. From the moment she was able to string words together, she was lost to the written words. At the tender age of five, she started her journey to become an avid reader and writer, ignoring all boundaries of age and language. Miro is her first children’s book character. His adventures started in a quiet hotel room in an even quieter town in the midst of Germany back in 2009. Since then, Theresa has seen him grow into more than just a mere fable for children; he became a living being with heart and soul who chose to stay at her side. ‘Whenever I write a new story about Miro, it is as if he sits on my shoulder and tells me what happened; I only need to write it down,’ she says about her unusual relationship with the little red dragon.

And now onto the interview...

1. 5 words to perfectly describe you.

Tiny, red, afraid, curious, friendly.

2. Any shout outs to people who have helped you along the way?

First of all, I want to thank Lizzy and Botsch, my friends who have helped me on my way to become a real dragon. And then, I also want to thank Theresa, who wrote down my stories, Saoirse, who translated them, and Svenja, who made those beautiful illustrations for the book.

3. How did you get started?

Well, it all began when my teacher sent me to the humans’ world to overcome my fears….

4. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

Uh…that’s a difficult question. I guess I will still be living in my cozy cave, and will still go to dragon school. Hopefully, I will have seen Lizzy a few more times, and will still be best friends with Botsch.

5. Any websites you would like to share? Your own? or one that has helped you as an artist?

Oh, I’m allowed to share my homepage here? This is awesome, thank you so much! It’s http://mirodrakonia.wordpress.com, and it is written in both German and English, so that really all of my fans can read it.

6. Any causes you are passionate about ? You can include a website address if you like.

I really think bullying is bad. I mean, we are all children, and we all face enough problems as it is, right? We should help each other, like Botsch and Lizzy helped me, instead of pointing at others and making fun of them.

7. If you could go back in time and meet one person who would it be and why?

I think I would like to meet my dad, ask him if he was so afraid at first too. Maybe get some advice from him for the future.

8. If you always spoke with your heart what one thing would you say to us?

Find the right friends and stick with them, since they will always be there for you when you need help.

9. Are you clumsy or graceful?

Um…I guess I’m a bit clumsy. However, I have learnt to fly quite well, so maybe I will manage to look graceful in the air soon…?

10. Dream place to live and why?

Drakonia, in my cozy little cave. It is where I live and where I grew up. I know every stone in my little cave, and the view is just amazing.

11. Who does your cover art? Do you design it yourself?

My cover and the interior illustrations were designed by Svenja, a wonderful and really nice young artist. I like her a lot! Thanks, Svenja! You can find some of her illustrations here: http://svenjaliv.daportfolio.com/

By Miro the Dragon, Drakonia

You can find Miro the Dragon here
print: http://www.amazon.com/Miro-Dragon-Theresa-Berg/dp/1466346671/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1334852390&sr=8-2

ebook: http://www.amazon.com/Miro-the-Dragon-ebook/dp/B0074JANOS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1334852390&sr=8-1

Website: http://mirodrakonia.wordpress.com