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April 9, 2014
Spring in Busan: A Photo Essay by Sheila Busteed
Spring in Busan
A P H O T O E S S A Y B Y S H E I L A B U S T E E D
Life in Korea affords me many unique opportunities and experiences, but none is more enjoyable than going on photo shoots during spring in Busan. This beautiful coastal city, which I now call home, boasts some very interesting features and stunning sights. In this city, spring is synonymous with the cherry blossom bloom. The end of March is marked by this occasion, and it introduces a riot of colourful flowers to the city that...
A P H O T O E S S A Y B Y S H E I L A B U S T E E D
Life in Korea affords me many unique opportunities and experiences, but none is more enjoyable than going on photo shoots during spring in Busan. This beautiful coastal city, which I now call home, boasts some very interesting features and stunning sights. In this city, spring is synonymous with the cherry blossom bloom. The end of March is marked by this occasion, and it introduces a riot of colourful flowers to the city that...
March 23, 2014
A Farewell Tribute to my Grandfather
A Farewell Tribute to my Grandfather
On Friday, March 21, 2014, my grandfather passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. During his long life, he served his country overseas in the Second World War, was married for more than 65 years, raised three wonderful children, and shared great wisdom with his seven grandchildren. He was a teacher, craftsman, and respected member of his community.
In honour of his memory and the great influence he had on me, I have chosen to share a poem I've writt...
On Friday, March 21, 2014, my grandfather passed away peacefully, surrounded by family. During his long life, he served his country overseas in the Second World War, was married for more than 65 years, raised three wonderful children, and shared great wisdom with his seven grandchildren. He was a teacher, craftsman, and respected member of his community. In honour of his memory and the great influence he had on me, I have chosen to share a poem I've writt...
March 10, 2014
The 1st Annual Birthday Book Giveaway Contest
The 1st Annual Birthday Book Giveaway Contest
Today is March 11, and it's also my 29th birthday. As the last year of my 20s begins, I have chosen to celebrate it in a unique way. Instead of receiving gifts, I am giving the gift of reading to three lucky people with The 1st Annual Birthday Book Giveaway Contest. Check out this poster for all of the details:
Today is March 11, and it's also my 29th birthday. As the last year of my 20s begins, I have chosen to celebrate it in a unique way. Instead of receiving gifts, I am giving the gift of reading to three lucky people with The 1st Annual Birthday Book Giveaway Contest. Check out this poster for all of the details:
March 6, 2014
The Disappearing Gentleman: A Satirical Essay
The Disappearing Gentleman
A S A T I R I C A L E S S A Y
By: Sheila Busteed
Gentlemen should be added to the endangered species list.
After being aggressively hunted by methodical females, the gentleman is nearing extinction. This is a sad state for this rare creature, considering that many of its fans deem it to be a diamond in the rough world of dating.
The gentleman has followed a peculiar evolutionary line in recent history, with different breeds present all over the world. Many common tr...
A S A T I R I C A L E S S A Y
By: Sheila BusteedGentlemen should be added to the endangered species list.
After being aggressively hunted by methodical females, the gentleman is nearing extinction. This is a sad state for this rare creature, considering that many of its fans deem it to be a diamond in the rough world of dating.
The gentleman has followed a peculiar evolutionary line in recent history, with different breeds present all over the world. Many common tr...
February 20, 2014
Author Interview Series: Ellen Whyte on writing romance and chasing success
AUTHOR INTERVIEW SERIES
Ellen Whyte on writing romance and chasing success
Author Ellen Whyte By: Sheila Busteed
Ellen Whyte is many different women, all of them writers.
As a columnist and novelist, Whyte has created several pseudonyms to manage the different types of writing she does. Most recently, she's ventured into the romance genre as a novelist, creating two alter egos: Storm Chase and AJ Adams.
As Storm Chase, the author has published 11 romance and erotica titles. Under the name AJ...
Ellen Whyte on writing romance and chasing success
Author Ellen Whyte By: Sheila BusteedEllen Whyte is many different women, all of them writers.
As a columnist and novelist, Whyte has created several pseudonyms to manage the different types of writing she does. Most recently, she's ventured into the romance genre as a novelist, creating two alter egos: Storm Chase and AJ Adams.
As Storm Chase, the author has published 11 romance and erotica titles. Under the name AJ...
February 6, 2014
The Real vs. Imaginary -- Part Two
The Real vs. Imaginary in Sunsets in Oia
PART TWO: PLACES
Welcome to Part Two of this blog entry, in which I reveal the aspects of Sunsets in Oia that were inspired by reality and those that are purely fictional. In my last entry, I went into detail about the characters in the novel, but this time around I'll be focusing on the setting.
My first sunset view in Oia When I first decided to set my first novel on the Greek island of Santorini, there was no question in my mind that I had to return...
PART TWO: PLACES
Welcome to Part Two of this blog entry, in which I reveal the aspects of Sunsets in Oia that were inspired by reality and those that are purely fictional. In my last entry, I went into detail about the characters in the novel, but this time around I'll be focusing on the setting.
My first sunset view in Oia When I first decided to set my first novel on the Greek island of Santorini, there was no question in my mind that I had to return...
January 25, 2014
The Real vs. Imaginary in "Sunsets in Oia"
The Real vs. Imaginary in Sunsets in Oia
PART ONE: PEOPLE
Since Sunsets in Oia was released in November 2013, I've been frequently asked by people what parts of my book are based in reality and what is purely fictional.
My past as a journalist heavily influenced my decisions when planning and writing this novel. I wanted it to feel as real as possible for a fictional story. That's why I interviewed the people who helped me, read countless articles and books about Greek culture, and eventually...
PART ONE: PEOPLE
Since Sunsets in Oia was released in November 2013, I've been frequently asked by people what parts of my book are based in reality and what is purely fictional.My past as a journalist heavily influenced my decisions when planning and writing this novel. I wanted it to feel as real as possible for a fictional story. That's why I interviewed the people who helped me, read countless articles and books about Greek culture, and eventually...
January 17, 2014
Author Interview Series: Wendy Joseph's real fantasy
AUTHOR INTERVIEW SERIES
Wendy Joseph's real fantasy
Author Wendy Joseph By: Sheila Busteed
The publishing, television and film industries are continuously feeding the latest fan obsession with witch, werewolf and vampire stories, flooding people's senses with loosely conceptualized fantasy worlds. Yet, these can leave many readers and viewers wanting more depth. Amidst all this, one author has created a story that truly earns its tagline as "the thinking person's sword and sorcery."
The Witc...
Wendy Joseph's real fantasy
Author Wendy Joseph By: Sheila BusteedThe publishing, television and film industries are continuously feeding the latest fan obsession with witch, werewolf and vampire stories, flooding people's senses with loosely conceptualized fantasy worlds. Yet, these can leave many readers and viewers wanting more depth. Amidst all this, one author has created a story that truly earns its tagline as "the thinking person's sword and sorcery."
The Witc...
January 11, 2014
Music that inspired "Sunsets in Oia"
Music that inspired Sunsets in Oia The power of music is one of the most important themes in Sunsets in Oia, and I listened to a greatdeal of music as inspiration for this book. In tribute to this theme and my love of music, I'm sharing these videos of some of thesongs and artists who were central to this book's creation.
Pavlo isn't just a brilliant performer of Mediterranean tunes; he also served as my musical consultant while I was doing research. Watch this great live performance of "Sele...
Pavlo isn't just a brilliant performer of Mediterranean tunes; he also served as my musical consultant while I was doing research. Watch this great live performance of "Sele...
December 5, 2013
Announcing my Author Interview Series
Announcing my Author Interview Series Now that Sunsets in Oia has been on the market for a month, my eyes have been opened wide to the kinds of hurdles faced by self-published authors. Getting the word out isn't easy. People you thought you could rely on for support don't always follow through. Most media outlets don't take you seriously because you aren't attached to a major publishing house. Many other writers give self-publishing a bad name by selling their titles for pennies or giving the...
