Amanda Shofner's Blog, page 2
August 5, 2017
State of the Amanda – August 2017
[image error]It’s been a while. A looooooooong while. So what have I been up to? GLAD YOU ASKED.
WritingNot much writing has happened lately, but that doesn’t mean I’m not hard at work. A brief dive into my writing brand led to changing how I structure and frame my stories. I’ve also switched up a HUGE piece of the Brewing in the Cities series that means rewriting Redemption.
Yes, again.
Sometimes getting it right means it taking longer than you’d like. I’d promise that future books won’t take so long, b...
June 8, 2017
Run to Ground by Katie Ruggle {Review}
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In a previous reading post, I talked about my love of Katie Ruggle’s book—the first one in her Search and Rescue series. At the time, I hadn’t had a chance to work my way through the series. That changed. So when I found Run to Ground, the first book in a new series from Katie Ruggle, on NetGalley, I jumped on the chance.
I didn’t think Katie Ruggle could get any better. I was wrong.After Ruggle’s Search and Rescue series, I was eagerly anticipating her next. The Colorado mountains, sexy po...
March 12, 2017
Celebrating a full year of Scarlet
A year ago today, the boyfriend and I drove an hour to pick up the dog we’d later let our niece name Scarlet.
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The reality of adopting a dog is both exhilarating and terrifying. As I reflect on those first days, I remember the overwhelming feeling of responsibility weigh on me—that I was now in charge of this living being, that I was in charge of keeping her fed and happy and healthy. And she was so unfamiliar to me.
A lot can happen in a yearScarlet was two and a half when we adopted her, a...
March 9, 2017
7 tidbits you may not know about One Love
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Ever wanted a behind-the-scenes look at how a book comes to be? You know, beyond the whole writing part of it? Well, here’s One Love.
1. One Love really started with One NightIn historical romances, the idea that a man might pay a woman to spend the night with him (even non-sexually) isn’t that far-fetched.
But what if, I thought one early weekend morning while lounging in bed, that premise was transplanted in modern times? What would drive a man to hire a woman to spend the night? What kin...
March 1, 2017
One Love is officially in the ebook wild
It’s here.
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After a year and a half absence from the publishing scene, I am BACK and ready for action. You can find One Love on the following retailers.
Buy a copy on Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo.
For a limited time. One Love will stay at $0.99 at all these retailers until March 7th, at which point it will go back up to full price.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Amanda Shofner releases One LoveMinneapolis, Minnesota—Indie author Amanda Shofner jumps into the romance genre with her release of One Lov...
January 31, 2017
One Love Updates: Cover + Synopsis
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Let’s all take a moment to breathe in the gorgeous cover Jenny from Seedlings Design Studio (you can also like her on Facebook!) created for me. I’ve always loved the covers Jenny’s created for me, but diving into the romance genre has been THAT MUCH BETTER.
In short, I love working with Jenny. I’m also realizing that making the switch to writing romance was the right move for me.
But let’s get on with the post, shall we?
One Love SynopsisBe witness to the evolution of a relationship…
One n...
January 24, 2017
How to Write While Working Full-Time
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Trying to squeeze writing into your day when you work full-time is tough. I know because it’s my constant battle. But here are a few easy steps you can take towin the epic fight. (Or you know, just write.)
1. Get intimate with your scheduleLearn it. Get a feel for it. When you understand how your day and week flow, you’ll be able to learn where youhave natural free time—even if it’s as simple as fifteen minutes on the bus—or where you can make room for writing.
2. Don’t be afraid to experim...January 17, 2017
Tag Line Tuesday: One Love
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When I talked about my plans for 2017, I teased the Tony and Drea compilation story.
I’m going to tease you a little more today. BUT FIRST. A title!
One LoveYes, the Tony and Drea series (which you’ll find listed as the Brewing in the Cities Shorts on my site and on Goodreads) will be bundled as One Love.
At the moment, there’s no cover. Although one is being created by my amazing book cover designer. I have a synopsis, but I’m not going to share that today.
Today’s about the TAG LINE. Whic...
January 10, 2017
More Scarlet Tales (and #FitReaders)
By now, it’s no secret: I’m rather fond of Scarlet, my dog. What you may not know (unless maybe you follow my occasional Instagram stories or Scarlet’s account) is that we frequently go on walks.
But Mom, I want to sniff THIS TREE.
We’re outevery day aslong as the weather permits. We can tackle just about everything, except below zero temps (or wind chill) or super heavy rain—both lead to me carrying Scarlet home. Yes, it’s happened before! My dad gifted me with ice trekkers this Christmas,...
January 3, 2017
Amanda’s plans for 2017
I started 2016 full of intentions and plans for publishing. I’d finished the first draft of Redemption in November 2015, and figured I could push it out into the world at some point in 2016.
That didn’t happen.
But other, amazing things happened. We adopted Scarlet. I traveled to Alaska and nurtured my love for adventure. I was able to spend more time with my brother than I have in years. Two more nieces made their entrances into the world.
2016 came with downs, too. If anything, 2016 taught...
