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February 20, 2013
Writers on Wednesday: Deanna Anderson
Today, I’m joined by Deanna Anderson, another member of SCWW. She’s been kind enough to answer some questions about her writing process, so I hope you will enjoy! 1. When did you start writing? Honestly, I started writing when I eight years old. I remember being bored one summer and I wanted to read a [...]
February 15, 2013
PROMO: A Little Bit of Madness by Sheryl Browne
Contemporary Romance / Comedy Title: A Little Bit of Madness Author: Sheryl Browne Date Published: 2/14/13 Celia Summers, intrepid mother of two, loves her work as an art therapist at The Harbour Rest Home. She’s proud of her elderly independents’ artwork, even if her partner, Martin, is disparaging of their efforts. But then, Martin [...]
February 14, 2013
Welcome to the YA Valentines!
I’m so excited to share this news with y’all. I’ve joined up with an awesome group of authors with YA titles debuting in 2014 to bring you… The Valentines. We love all things YA, and the group will bring you interviews, book raves, and…(wait for it)… Cupid’s Arrows. What, pray tell, is a Cupid’s Arrow? [...]
Trailer Reveal: THE DOLLHOUSE ASYLUM by Mary Gray
A virus that had once been contained has returned, and soon no place will be left untouched by its destruction. But when seventeen-year-old Cheyenne wakes up in Elysian Fields–a subdivision cut off from the world and its monster-creating virus–she is thrilled to have a chance at survival. At first, Elysian Fields, with its beautiful [...]
February 13, 2013
Writers on Wednesday: Sharon Buchbinder
Today, my guest is Sharon Buchbinder. She’s got lots of great advice for writers of all genres, so I hope you’ll enjoy the interview! 1. When did you start writing? I have always been a story-teller. As a child, I got into a lot of trouble for “making things up.” Now, I get rewarded [...]
February 12, 2013
Witches and Witchcraft Reading Challenge 2013: Initiate Level, books 1 and 2
I signed up for this reading challenge (after my successful attempt last year of reading 100 books in 2012) and I thought it would be a fun way to kick off the New Year! Here are my first two witchy titles for 2013: Audrey’s Guide to Witchcraft by Jody Gehrman This YA novel is a [...]
The Magic Wakes by Charity Bradford: Guest Post
I’m so thrilled for my friend, Charity Bradford. Her debut novel, THE MAGIC WAKES, is out now. Today, I invited Charity to the blog to talk about her journey towards publication. Enjoy! One Writer’s Journey Thank you Jen for having me over today. I’m overwhelmed at how supportive the writing community is and I hope [...]
February 10, 2013
Blogger Book Fair: That’s a Novel Setting!
We all know that setting is an important part of any story. It sets the stage for our action, and we hope it creates a mood that lingers with readers long after the book is done. As part of the Blogger Book Fair, I asked my fellow authors to tell us why they set their [...]
February 9, 2013
Blogger Book Fair: Spotlight on Sydney Logan
Author Bio Sydney Logan holds a Master’s degree in Elementary Education and makes her home in the hills of East Tennessee. With the 2012 release of her first novel, Lessons Learned, she made the transition from bookworm to author. She has a very unhealthy obsession with music, and her iPod is filled with everything from [...]
February 8, 2013
Blogger Book Fair: Vote for your favorites!
As part of the Blogger Book Fair, Shut up and Read is hosting the Blogger Book Fair Reader’s Choice Awards. I’m thrilled to announce that The Burning of Isobel Key is up for both CONTEMPORARY and NEW ADULT. (The Key Inheritance is listed, too). Please spread the word and take a second to vote for [...]
