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My Writing Process: The Blog Hop You’ve Been Waiting For (Or Not)

Welcome Reader,

Today I am sharing a little bit of my writing process, this should be interesting as I am a first time writer. This is for an ongoing blog tour that tags various writers and asks us questions. ;)

Victoria Adams chose me to take part in this tour, which is a first for me, and I accepted. I was game to give it a try, so here goes. Please check out Victoria Adams post. https://victoriasreadingalcove.wordpress.com/2014/06/03/2014-writing-process-blog-hop/

Since I am new to writing, t...

2014 Writing Process Blog Hop

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Please check out her blog.

Originally posted on Victoria Adams' Reading Alcove:

So, I have this rather interesting case of sudden popularity. A few weeks ago one of my online friends contacted me and asked me to be part of a blog hop – then she disappeared on vacation and in the meantime another dear friend asked me a similar question, luckily for a different day. I am beginning to believe I am missing the gene that allows you to say “no” – even if I have no clue as to when or how I...

General Grant Saves General Lee

Originally posted on Presidential History Blog:

On April 9, 1865, Ulysses S. Grant became the most popular man in America. Robert E. Lee surrendered at Appomattox Court House

An artists’ rendition of General Grant and General Lee at Appomattox Court House in April, 1865.

Civil War Victory: The Euphoria

The news was instantaneously carried by telegraph wire across the country – North and South. In the North, within minutes bells rang out, hosannas were sung and cannons boomed in celebration. Flag...

John L. Brown – Author

John L. Brown (BIO)

John L. Brown was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana in 1950. He was taken in by his maternal grandmother in 1963 after being fostered by relatives when his mother died when he was a baby. The year 1963 became pivotal for Brown as he recalled watching John F. Kennedy’s televised speech in which the President challenged the nation “Ask not what your country can do for you, but what can you do for your country” It was after that moment that John began volunteering in the classro...

“Noah’s Wife” by T. K. Thorne

I just read a book by Theresa K. Thorne called “Noah’s Wife” What an amazing book. Na’amah is a young girl being raised by her grandmother, Savta. Na’amah is a strong willed young girl whose Faith and beliefs could land her in trouble. Her brother Tubal Cain is always telling her how ugly she is and he seems to hate her which she cannot understand. Her grandmother tells her she is special and when she is older will understand but for now must keep her mouth silent. Her secret could get her ki...

Something Wicked This Way Comes & Why Writers Could Be in Great Danger

Originally posted on Kristen Lamb's Blog:

Image courtesy of Raymond Brown via Flickr Creative Commons

Today, we are going to take a bit of a sideline from our acrostic. Over the holiday weekend, I was resting up from a nasty bout of bronchitis and puttering around Facebook. I’ve been long frustrated with this new culture of “Everyone’s a Winner.” Back in 2005, my young nephew was in soccer. I recall being horrified thateveryonereceived a trophy.

What was the point for working harder? What gain...

Songs of Kiguli

What it Means to be a Princess ….when your only 13

A Kiguli kid’s recollection of her maiden trip to Kampala city, Uganda.

My name is Kyasiimiire Tracy.

I study from Kiguli Army Primary School.

I am 13 years old.

First of all, I want to first thank Mr. Matogo Philip. He used his powers to give us a Kampala tour.

He told us that we shall go to Kampala on May 16th, 2014. And some children in their hearts couldn’t believe and that it was a joke.

It was on Friday when we traveled for our journey/tour.

We...

Tips for writers – Writing page-turners

Originally posted on Luscious Books:

We asked David Hough, an author of over 20 novels how to write page-turners. This is what he had to say:

“People frequently ask me how I go about writing a page-turner. They make it sound like a request for a few simple rules that will solve all problems. I’m sure there are better people than me who could give them the answers, but I try to explain my own way of writing in simple terms – but in truth, it’s far from simple.

So, as a writer, how do you keep yo...

Kim Wagerman – LIBRARIAN

I wanted to post an article about the roles and importance libraries have in our communities. I know as an avid book reader and now a first time author, the importance of books and libraries. Books have always been a comfort to me when times were rough as a child. I would get so excited as a child on the days I could go to the library and search through the many books. I passed on those love of books to my children, they are always reading. I think computers have taken over so much that and w...

A successful book promotion is in the cards for you!

Originally posted on Show Off Your Books!:

Now this is a fun idea!

If you’re planning a book launch, doing a book signing, going to a conference or trade show, this is a novel way to get your book noticed. Print up a pack of playing cards with your book cover on the back of each card.

How can you make this work for you? It’s just interesting enough to get your book some attention.

* You can use a complete pack of playing cards as a prize giveaway to one of the lucky fans who subscribes to your m...