Massimo Marino's Blog: The Ramblings and the Rumblings, page 27
December 19, 2013
The long & The Short Of It – Michael Bray
§ Author Massimo Marino - ... A scientist envisioning Science Fiction
Although it may not seem so on the surface, there is a definite difference between approaching writing long fiction, such as novels etc., and shorter stories like the ones that appear in Funhouse. Both need to be approached in a different way, and I advise any author to get into the habit of practising both […]
December 15, 2013
W3 Wise Words on Writing – Describing Action
§ Author Massimo Marino - ... A scientist envisioning Science Fiction
THEORY When we think of description we usually think of scenery, weather, the way a place looked. However describing actions is another way of moving the plot forward. In movies the camera pans for the viewer or moves into a close up of the action they want the audience to see, but writers must put […]
December 13, 2013
Awesome Indies Discovery Blog Tour 8
§ Author Massimo Marino - ... A scientist envisioning Science Fiction
Lessons Learned from Broken Characters by laurieboris I’m a bit different from some authors. Instead of outlining and building a character from scratch, I let one fall into my head. I follow him or her around as we find the story together. So sometimes (oh, who am I kidding; it happens nearly all the time) I get […]
Waking Up Dead by Margo Bond Collins: Book Blitz Tour
§ Author Massimo Marino - ... A scientist envisioning Science Fiction
where to reach us: fabulosityreads@gmail.com Blurb When Dallas resident Callie Taylor died young, she expected to go to Heaven, or maybe Hell. Instead, when she met her fate early thanks to a creep with a knife and a mommy complex, she went to Alabama. Now she’s witnessed another murder, and she’s not about to […]
The Intangibles … by Author Monte Dutton
§ Author Massimo Marino - ... A scientist envisioning Science Fiction
BLESS THEIR HEARTS – Monte Dutton It has been my sad fate to write books that might theoretically appeal to two groups, NASCAR fans and stoners, not particularly noted for their rigorous reading habits. While trying to find a publisher for The Audacity of Dope, I was trying to be original. It worked. When I […]
December 12, 2013
Awesome Indies Discovery Book Tour 7
§ Author Massimo Marino - ... A scientist envisioning Science Fiction
This week, my erotic romance Sugar & Salt released and I’ve been having oodles of fun posting reviews and talking about erotica with readers. But in the mix, I don’t want to forget the Literary Fiction novel that came out in July. Not that long ago in the scheme of publishing. Chelle isn’t a typical 13-year-old girl—she […]
December 11, 2013
22 Most Underestimated Rules That Will Affect Your Writing
§ Author Massimo Marino - ... A scientist envisioning Science Fiction
For Hemingway, the secret to effective writing was to forget about the flowery prose of the literati and keep your writing simple, short, and clear. When he went to work for the Kansas City Star in 1917 he was given four rules for effective writing, and he stuck with them his whole life. Here they are: 1. […]
Awesome Indies Discovery Book Tour 6
§ Author Massimo Marino - ... A scientist envisioning Science Fiction
The Awesome Indies Discovery begins today and runs through December 14. Featured are eight simply awesome writers whose books have met high standards of quality and been approved for the Awesome Indies lists. I am pleased and proud to be in such distinguished company. Now here is my contribution to the tour. I’m also giving away the complete Waterspell […]
December 10, 2013
Awesome Indies Discovery Book Tour 5
§ Author Massimo Marino - ... A scientist envisioning Science Fiction
Don’t Judge a Book By Its Magic (The Convergence) (Book 1 of The Convergence series) By Kate Policani Genre: Fantasy, Romance, Paranormal The fabulous Awesome Indies have granted this book with the Seal of Approval. Since its last appearance on Discover Authors, my first Convergence series book has donned a new cover for ebooks and […]
December 9, 2013
Awesome Indies Discovery Book Tour 4
§ Author Massimo Marino - ... A scientist envisioning Science Fiction
Talion is part of the Awesome Indies Discovery blog tour that begins today and continues through December 14. Ancient Children will feature a new book every day except December 10, when Talion will be featured on the other blogs. (It’s featured here today.) Come back every day for excellent fiction, great deals, and exciting giveaways. You can find […]
