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Putting the FUN Back Into the Writing

As I’m writing this, I’m sitting in bed with my net book and relaxing while I blog. After working an 11 hour day yesterday, doing almost all the laundry in the house, sending off a manuscript to a beta-reader, making dinner, and getting groceries…my body is like, “Today, L.M.? You’re chillin’ while you work.” Sound familiar? Authors are busy folk in general, but for those of us who are independent (“indie”) authors, not only do we have normal-author levels of busyness, but we have ultra-turbo...

A Word of Thanks

Today, I wanted to spend some time extending my thanks to all my wonderful readers. This includes blog readers, eBook readers, print readers, Wattpad readers, and anyone else who has ever laid eyes on my writing. You have made the last (almost) seven months some of the most exciting of my life. Being an author is much harder than many people (including myself once-upon-a-time) believe, but it is one of the most rewarding, exciting, and worthwhile jobs of all!

To those of you who read my first...

What You Might Have Missed

It has been such a nice week! So much more relaxing than last week (though last week was admittedly AWESOME). I can’t wait to jump right into another workweek tomorrow! If you were off on another planet this week or simply busy with your life, here’s what you might have missed on the blog:

>> Book Signing Awesomeness! <<

>> Read an Ebook Week Smashwords Promotion <<

>> The Dark Ship: A Serialized Sci-Fi/Paranormal Novella <<

>> Wednesday Wanderment <<

>> Author Interview with Tuan Ho of The Noif Matrix! <<

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Introducing Tales from Kirovna!

Good morning, all! I hope your Saturday is going splendidly so far! Today, I’m very excited to introduce you to my Tales from Kirovna series! It is another series in my Primoris System universe. Below, you’ll find links to all sorts of information about Kirovna, its moons, and stories related to them!

Kirovna>> The planet in the background of this picture is small when compared to the other planets in the Primoris System, but it is an enchanting place full of magic, peaceful natives, and steam...

Sponsor Interview: Kristine from The Merry Bird Designs!

Happy Friday, folks! Today on the blog, Kristine from The Merry Bird Designs (one of my large sponsors >>) is here for a visit! I hope you’ll give her a very warm welcome and consider checking out her design page!

(LM) Tell us a bit about yourself!

(Kristine)I am a 40-something year old gal with a family, two kids, and married to a Jack LaLannetype guy. I’ve been building a graphicfreelance design business over the past few years, am college educated (BA Art History), and get bored when times a...

Author Interview with Tuan Ho of the Noif Matrix!

Today on the blog, I’ve got a very special guest! Give a warm welcome to Tuan Ho! Author and blogger extraordinaire, Tuan hales from Australia and writes intriguing science-fiction stories. He’s here today to share his journey as a writer and author with us. Without further ado, I’ll let him take over!

(Tuan) Here it is finally! My long-awaited interview responses to coincide with my KDP promo of my short story, The First and Last.

(LM) When did you know you wanted to be a writer/author, Tuan?

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Wednesday Wanderment

It’s hard to believe that my first book signing has come and gone! It was so terrific, though. In case you missed it, here’s my post about it! After the long, busy weekend, I’m focusing this week on getting back into the groove of writing productivity and Maiedae work. Without further ado, here’s my Wednesday Wanderment!

Favorite Blog of the Week:

>> Everyday Paleo — Um…L.M., you do know that’s NOT a writing or reading related blog, right? Yes, other L.M., I know. (;-)) Since last week was so b...

The Dark Ship: A Serialized Sci-Fi/Paranormal Novella

Copyright © 2013 L.M. Sherwin

Lyra has always felt too plain and uninteresting to be a part of her parents’ elite social sphere. Now they expect her to act like a proper lady at one of the most prestigious girls’ schools on Juneau One: St. Xavier’s. On a voyage meant to transport her to the impending doom, Lyra discovers an enchanted mirror in the lower decks of the ship. Whenever she looks at it, her reflection appears beautiful, mysterious, andotherworldly Something about the glass draws her...

Read an Ebook Week Smashwords Promotion

Hi, all! Until March 9th, it’s Read an Ebook Week! Lots and lots of Smashwords authors are participating and you can find all kinds of books for free, 25% off, 50% off, and 75% off! My booksNight Bells(always free on Smashwords) andSilent Shades(50% off during this promotion) can both be found there!

Get Night Bells for FREE at Smashwords!

Get Silent Shades for 50% off with the coupon REW50 at Smashwords!

I truly hope you’ll consider checking them out! Both books fall within the fantasy and scie...

Book Signing Awesomeness!

This weekend was INSANELY awesome and busy. On Saturday, I was at my very first book signing at Barnes and Noble in Rome, GA! It went so, so well. So many wonderful folks came out to grab the book and talk. It was terrific seeing so many smiling faces and to feel the love, support, and encouragement from them! Here are some snapshots of the event:

Busily signing away!

The authors were placed right by the door with the magazines! Great spot to meet and greet!

A happy author.

To those who came, th...