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February 6, 2012
Signing my first book!
On Saturday, TRANSCENDENT came in the mail and I got to sign my first book, for my contest winner, to Jen Conner. I struggled with, "Do I sign this neatly?" "Do I use a special pen?" Then I realized, it doesn't matter what I use or how I do it. So, I picked up the nearest pen (a black one in my junk drawer) and signed my usual signature (which looks like it says "Heath" and a bunch of loops for my last name) then put it aside so I wouldn't lose it.
It's interesting to read about authentic signatures. I sold a book on EBAY a few years back that I had signed by Stephenie Meyer and the research I read about her signature talked about how she signed it with "this" kind of pen in the first 3 books, then switched to "that" kind of pen. I have a copy of "Twilight" & "New Moon" signed at a small gathering in PA; her last book I had signed was years ago when I was in CA and I was at the end of a line consisting of about 5000 people. Her signature looks tired, just like she did. I know I'll never sign as many books as she has but each one of hers is a bit different. I can vividly remember where I was, about how many people were there and what she said to me (if anything) when she signed it.
(The reason I chose to talk about Meyer is she is the only author where I've attended multiple signings.)
Have any of you stood in line to get a book signed? Who did you wait for?
It's interesting to read about authentic signatures. I sold a book on EBAY a few years back that I had signed by Stephenie Meyer and the research I read about her signature talked about how she signed it with "this" kind of pen in the first 3 books, then switched to "that" kind of pen. I have a copy of "Twilight" & "New Moon" signed at a small gathering in PA; her last book I had signed was years ago when I was in CA and I was at the end of a line consisting of about 5000 people. Her signature looks tired, just like she did. I know I'll never sign as many books as she has but each one of hers is a bit different. I can vividly remember where I was, about how many people were there and what she said to me (if anything) when she signed it.
(The reason I chose to talk about Meyer is she is the only author where I've attended multiple signings.)
Have any of you stood in line to get a book signed? Who did you wait for?
January 17, 2012
We have a winner!
We have a winner for the "Pick a Theme Song Contest", Jen's "Invisible Touch" by Genesis! She will be receiving a copy of the book and an iTunes gift card for $10!
Stay tuned for another contest where you can win a signed copy, a bracelet that represents the book and a book honoring my character's best friend's ghosty interests...!
Stay tuned for another contest where you can win a signed copy, a bracelet that represents the book and a book honoring my character's best friend's ghosty interests...!
January 6, 2012
Find A Theme Song For "Shadows of Promise" in TRANSCENDENT...
TEASER COMING UP: I have this very talented artsy-crafty friend that I've known since "forever". She has gracefully offered to hand make a bracelet that represents "Shadows of Promise" in Transcendent: Tales of the Paranormal. This bracelet and a copy of the paperback book will be the prizes for my second contest. TEASER ENDED!
For this contest (my first one) you will win a paperback copy of Transcendent: Tales of the Paranormal and a $10 iTunes gift certificate! Anyone has the ability to win the gift certificate and book--all you have to do is find a song for me.
What kind of song? Well, if you've read the story "Shadows of Promise" you'll have an edge for this contest, if not you can still participate--or download the e-book on Amazon or B&N.com. Look at the cover, think about the story you've read. What song (past or present) do you think should be the theme song for "Shadows of Promise"? It can be an unknown band you found on You Tube, a song you recorded and never let anyone hear, until now, or something from a Top 40 band. Doesn't matter what genre (just keep it clean, please) or the age of the song. When you found what you believe is the theme song, post the link and your name in the comment section. If you are comfortable posting your contact information there, or a link to a blog/site you may have, feel free. If not, email me via my blog with the link and your contact information.
This contest will end on January 13--a week from today! I will listen to the songs over the holiday weekend and post the winner the week of January 16th.
Why did I pick "find my story a theme song" as a contest? Well, I realized that this is the FIRST story I've written where I didn't listen to music. I have an entire album dedicated to my full length novel (which I am contemplating putting up on Amazon.com after I've edited it one more time) but nothing for "Shadows of Promise"...so I open the door the readers & music lovers of the world. Find me a song, you'll win cool prizes!
For this contest (my first one) you will win a paperback copy of Transcendent: Tales of the Paranormal and a $10 iTunes gift certificate! Anyone has the ability to win the gift certificate and book--all you have to do is find a song for me.
What kind of song? Well, if you've read the story "Shadows of Promise" you'll have an edge for this contest, if not you can still participate--or download the e-book on Amazon or B&N.com. Look at the cover, think about the story you've read. What song (past or present) do you think should be the theme song for "Shadows of Promise"? It can be an unknown band you found on You Tube, a song you recorded and never let anyone hear, until now, or something from a Top 40 band. Doesn't matter what genre (just keep it clean, please) or the age of the song. When you found what you believe is the theme song, post the link and your name in the comment section. If you are comfortable posting your contact information there, or a link to a blog/site you may have, feel free. If not, email me via my blog with the link and your contact information.
This contest will end on January 13--a week from today! I will listen to the songs over the holiday weekend and post the winner the week of January 16th.
Why did I pick "find my story a theme song" as a contest? Well, I realized that this is the FIRST story I've written where I didn't listen to music. I have an entire album dedicated to my full length novel (which I am contemplating putting up on Amazon.com after I've edited it one more time) but nothing for "Shadows of Promise"...so I open the door the readers & music lovers of the world. Find me a song, you'll win cool prizes!
December 24, 2011
Happy Holidays!
Have a very happy holiday and please stay safe! One of my early Christmas presents was the offer to be advertised, for free, in a local news magazine. If everything falls into place, the ad will be in the February issue!
Stay tuned for details on when the printed copy will be available from the printer!
Stay tuned for details on when the printed copy will be available from the printer!
December 21, 2011
My first interview is now up!
Please check out my first interview about Transcendent: Tales of the Paranormal on Author Wendy Swore's site here!
Thanks everyone!
Thanks everyone!
December 17, 2011
The reviews are trickling in...
So, the reviews of TRANSCENDENT are slowly trickling in and they are good!
--"Looking for your fix of sirens, vampires, angels and things otherworldly? These eight short stories will delight you with touches of humor and a shiver or two. These stories have it all, if you like romance, suspense, and a good old dose of spooky this is the book for you."--Cathy Witbeck
--"This is a compilation of short stories, all with a paranormal twist. What's better than ghosts and hugging? Blood and romance? Vampires and kissing? Nothing! What a fun read. Each story has a little fear and an enticing love interest. Enjoy!"--Canda Mortensen
I'm very excited to see the stories being passed onto people we don't even know. I love seeing comments like this one on one of our reviewers blogs, "I'm reading this now. Fun stuff." Word of e-mouth is a great and powerful tool!
Speaking of "great and powerful tools"--reviews. Reviews are one of those things that authors love and hate, all at once. I came across a wonderfully written blog about how one author, Michelle Davidson Argyle, deals with them. If you have the time, I suggest you take a look at her blog here.
My view on reviews is similar to Argyle's. I appreciate each and every review. Negative, positive, neutral. You have a "write" to post what you want, but I do hope the reviewer takes the time to point out what they liked/didn't like about it. I've read thousands of reviews from my years in the fan-fiction reading and writing world and have seen authors fall into the "flamers" hands and retaliate on a review. A war breaks out and it upsets the author (and probably reviewer) but it does give everyone reading them good fodder for a few minutes. So far, I haven't run into this issue but I have seen it, and it can get ugly very fast!
So, if you read one or all of the short stories, please share which ones and tell us your thoughts. You can do this here on Amazon, on the Facebook page here or even on this blog. Thanks so much!
--"Looking for your fix of sirens, vampires, angels and things otherworldly? These eight short stories will delight you with touches of humor and a shiver or two. These stories have it all, if you like romance, suspense, and a good old dose of spooky this is the book for you."--Cathy Witbeck
--"This is a compilation of short stories, all with a paranormal twist. What's better than ghosts and hugging? Blood and romance? Vampires and kissing? Nothing! What a fun read. Each story has a little fear and an enticing love interest. Enjoy!"--Canda Mortensen
I'm very excited to see the stories being passed onto people we don't even know. I love seeing comments like this one on one of our reviewers blogs, "I'm reading this now. Fun stuff." Word of e-mouth is a great and powerful tool!
Speaking of "great and powerful tools"--reviews. Reviews are one of those things that authors love and hate, all at once. I came across a wonderfully written blog about how one author, Michelle Davidson Argyle, deals with them. If you have the time, I suggest you take a look at her blog here.
My view on reviews is similar to Argyle's. I appreciate each and every review. Negative, positive, neutral. You have a "write" to post what you want, but I do hope the reviewer takes the time to point out what they liked/didn't like about it. I've read thousands of reviews from my years in the fan-fiction reading and writing world and have seen authors fall into the "flamers" hands and retaliate on a review. A war breaks out and it upsets the author (and probably reviewer) but it does give everyone reading them good fodder for a few minutes. So far, I haven't run into this issue but I have seen it, and it can get ugly very fast!
So, if you read one or all of the short stories, please share which ones and tell us your thoughts. You can do this here on Amazon, on the Facebook page here or even on this blog. Thanks so much!
December 16, 2011
Prizes, Contests and Freebies...oh my!
Please take a moment and tour the blogs of the authors who worked hard on the book, Transcendent: Tales of the Paranormal. You can find them here:
Also, numerous blogs are going to read and review the book, and you can follow their thoughts here (each blogger will promote the book on a different day):
Now, onto the words in the title! I will be offering a free copy of my book to readers, Wendy has some great gift baskets to readers and the other authors are coming up with some contests of their own! I'm waiting until the printed copy is available then I will unveil my contest on this blog and my facebook page: Author Heather McCubbin.
Also, numerous blogs are going to read and review the book, and you can follow their thoughts here (each blogger will promote the book on a different day):
Now, onto the words in the title! I will be offering a free copy of my book to readers, Wendy has some great gift baskets to readers and the other authors are coming up with some contests of their own! I'm waiting until the printed copy is available then I will unveil my contest on this blog and my facebook page: Author Heather McCubbin.
December 12, 2011
Hmm, where did my followers go? And...a Poll!
I can't see who my followers are...I had 10 of them and now there aren't any? If you still follow this blog, please let me know if you can see who the followers are. Thanks!
On a different note, feel free to take part in a poll if you've read the stories in our anthology. Thanks!
Poll: Favorite Story
On a different note, feel free to take part in a poll if you've read the stories in our anthology. Thanks!
Poll: Favorite Story
December 10, 2011
Please LIKE Us On Facebook!
The publisher created a Facebook page, so please visit and LIKE us here! Each author also has a Facebook page and most have a Goodreads profile that you can peruse as your leisure as well.
If you happen to read the ebook version, please leave us a review! The printed one is coming soon :-)
Thanks and Happy Holidays!
If you happen to read the ebook version, please leave us a review! The printed one is coming soon :-)
Thanks and Happy Holidays!
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