Heather Weidner's Blog, page 24
May 10, 2024
Some Strategic Planning Tips That Can Help Your Writing
I recently completed a Strategic Training course for the day gig. A lot of the concepts, designed for planning and prioritizing IT work also translate to the writing world. Here’s what I learned.
You need to know who your customers are: Writers need to know who their readers are, and it’s not everyone who likes books. Authors need to look at their followers, their web and social media metrics, and their reviews to see if they can categorize who is buying and reading your book. Sometimes, it’s hard. If you don’t have data to look at, look at other authors who write books that are similar to yours. Look at their reviews and see which book bloggers and bookstagrammers are reading their work.
This helps you target your advertising and marketing to the groups who would be likely to be interested in your work. For example, from my metrics and demographics data, I can see that my readers are usually females between 20 and 60 who like animals, cozy mysteries, and humorous mysteries. I can create events, give-aways, and other promotions that would appeal to folks who have similar interests.
Wave your own flag: Sometimes, authors have trouble with promoting themselves because it feels like bragging, or they don’t feel comfortable being in the spotlight. Marketing, promotions, and building your author platform often force writers to step out of their comfort zones. It’s important to celebrate your wins and news. Try to keep your posts balanced. Your news/marketing items on social media should be 10 to 20% of your overall posts. And don’t forget to celebrate the successes of others!
Spend the time you have to on necessary tasks, but no more: This one is important for your time management. There are thousands of tasky things we have to do that don’t relate to your writing. The rule is to spend the time you have to on these things, but keep it limited. Remember that your job is to write your next book and to promote your work.
Plan for crisis situations to minimize risks: Always have a backup plan for emergencies. Make sure that you can get to your contact lists if your phone or email go down. Make sure that you backup your files. Your writing is precious, and there is nothing that will make a writer cry faster than to loose something you’ve been working on. Make sure that you keep your computer and phones updated regularly. These patches and updates contain security fixes. If you don’t apply them, your device is vulnerable.
Scan the environment and know your competition: Authors need to know what is going on in the industry and their genre. Read everything you can get your hands on. Peruse online or physical bookstores and see what is on the shelves and how books are categorized. Join writing groups for knowledge shares and training.
Apply lessons learned: Some critiques, rejections, and bad reviews don’t feel good. After you calm down, take the time to understand what the person was telling you. If there is something valuable in the feedback, take it as a lesson learned and find ways to incorporate it. Continuous improvement is a key part of your growth.
I know these concepts are for technology projects, but the concepts apply to writers and the work we do.
May 9, 2024
#ThisorThatThursday Interview with Patrick Greenwood, the Cycle Writer
I’d like to welcome Patrick Greenwood, the Cycle Writer, to the blog for #ThisorThatThursday.
Hardest thing about being a writer: The hardest thing about being a writer is overcoming impostor syndrome and questioning your abilities. We all have self-doubt, however everyday you step ahead and overcome, you become a happier and stronger person.
Easiest thing about being a writer: Reading your own stuff! I love reading my own novels! I even tear up after finishing them!
Things you need for your writing sessions: Coffee, espresso, green tea, Japanese flute music, and a view of the sunlight outside.
Things that hamper your writing: Stress. I stress over writing blogs for a technology clients. I write for several clients globally and writing ghostwriting is a exciting, yet very challenging.
Favorite foods: Mexican, Vietnamese, Italian, and Japanese food!
Things that make you want to gag: Spinach! My kryptonite!
Last best thing you ate: Southwest style breakfast in Scottsdale, Arizona complete with green chili sauce!
Last thing you regret eating: A hotdog at a movie theater!
Things you never put in your books: I will never place a story or plot with violence against children.
Things to say to an author: Love what you do everyday. Being a writer is more than just a financial means. Being an author is more about having the power to create something that came directly from you. How could that not be special?
Favorite books (or genre): Military, Romance, and spy thrillers. The Hunt for the Red October, Message from Nam, and Jason Bourne stories.
Books you wouldn’t buy: Books about religion.
Best thing you’ve ever done: Become a father.
Biggest mistake: Choosing to travel for work instead of being at home.
The funniest thing to happen to you: I began to sing U2 songs aloud while on a plane ride from Charlotte, North California to Orange County, California.
The most embarrassing thing to happen to you: I didn’t know I was singing U2 songs while wearing headphones on the plane 😊 OH MY.
The coolest person you’ve ever met: Josh Brolin (Actor). Absolutely, the nicest person in real life.
The celebrity who didn’t look like he/she did in pictures/video: Simon LeBon – Lead singer for Duran Duran – OMG He stood next to meet for a hour. No clue it was him until he left to catch his plane.
Some real-life story that made it to one of your books: My trips to Vietnam in “Forever Our Sunrise in Saigon.” A great portion of the book was true stories of my trips to Vietnam in 2012 including cycling around Saigon (HCMC), investing in a water company to help create clean water for children, and finding the nuns who helped saved many orphans at the end of the Vietnam War.
Something in your story that readers think is about you, but it’s not: Oh boy, yes. In the novel, Forever Our Sunrise in Saigon, the love story between Jack and Linh was 100% fiction. However, many people that have read the novel have asked, “come on, is the whole thing between them true?”
About Patrick:
After military service, embarked on a 25-year career in the information technology field, working in various roles in sales, engineering, support, and design. His inspiration for writing came from his business travels to places like Vietnam, China, Japan, Taiwan, and Portugal. A true believer in listening to one’s passion, Patrick began writing in early 2020 based on several trips he made while cycling in various countries.
In his debut award-winning novel, Forever Our Sunrise in Saigon (2022 Amazon.com), Patrick draws upon several non-fictional events in Vietnam, including the war with the US, the last days of Saigon falling, and the chaos at the US embassy. Patrick’s follow-up novel, The Shores of Okinawa (Quill Hawk Publishing), due out in May 2024, continues the Jack Kendall series with even more intrigue and suspense!
When Patrick isn’t writing his next novel, ghostwriting for cybersecurity companies, or writing blogs, he hosts the award-winning podcast, “Writers on Writers over a triple espresso.” The podcast broadcasts live on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 10:00 am PST.
Let’s Be Social:
Website: www.cyclewriterllc.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-greenwood-4876a01b8/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CyclewriterPG/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrick_greenwood_author/
Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChUQwPH4YvZMRJsDuZSw8Ag
May 8, 2024
#WriterWednesday Interview with Lisa Bol
I’d like to welcome actor, director, and producer, Lisa Bol, to the blog for this week’s #WriterWednesday interview.
Things you never want to run out of: Barry’s decaf tea, honey, almond milk, Pim’s orange cookies, and cozy blankets.
Things you wish you’d never bought: Some organizational storage from Ikea that I still haven’t installed in my daughter’s room.
Hardest thing about being a writer: Scheduling time consistently with my partner.
Easiest thing about being a writer: Ideas and inspiration can come at any time and any place.
A few of your favorite things: The Muppets, perfect spring days in Park Slope, my grandmother’s wedding rings, my husband and my daughter.
Things you need to throw out: Old tech products and chargers and probably half of the condiments in my fridge.
Something you’re really good at: Connecting with people and learning their stories.
Something you’re really bad at: Pull-ups/push-ups or anything that requires upper body strength.
Favorite music or song: Pretty much all Pop, R&B, and Hip-hop from 2000 - 2006.
Music that drives you crazy: Metalcore/deathcore - screaming metal.
Favorite smell: My grandmother’s apple pie baking in the oven.
Something that makes you hold your nose: Entering a subway station anytime between July - August.
Last best thing you ate: General D’s Cauliflower from Planta Queen (think general Tso’s but with breaded cauliflower and grilled pineapple).
Last thing you regret eating: Too many Jelly Belly’s before bed….
Things you’d walk a mile for: The ham and cheese croissant from Yardsale Bakery in Greenwood Heights, Brooklyn. Also, a california cheeseburger, box of fries, and pineapple shake from Gordy’s Hi Hat in Cloquet, MN.
Things that make you want to run screaming from the room: Scary movies, spicy foods, and Timeshare sales pitches.
Favorite places you’ve been: London, Taipei, Muir Woods, and Prague.
Places you never want to go to again: I didn’t have a great experience in Brussels, so I’d pass on that. But I love traveling so much that I’d give basically anywhere I’ve already been a second chance.
People you’d like to invite to dinner: Tina Fey, Amy Pohler, and Maya Rudolph.
People you’d cancel dinner on: Anyone that was sick - with a 4 year old, we’ve been through the ringer health wise, so that would be a deal breaker.
Favorite things to do: Plan trips (and then obviously go on them - I love the researching of it all), go to flea markets and treasure hunt (Elephant’s Trunk!), go for walks with my husband in our neighborhood and discover new bakeries with him.
Things you’d run through a fire or eat bugs to get out of doing: Moving - the whole experience of it - the decluttering, packing hauling, final cleaning all of it.
About Lisa:
Born and raised in Minnesota, Lisa Bol is an actress, director, and producer, based out of NYC that loves: traveling, crocheting, bourboning, making people laugh, and The Muppets. She received her BA in Theatre Arts from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, her MFA in Acting from Ohio University, and was a member of the Actors Theatre of Louisville’s Professional Training Company in 2015-2016. Shortly after moving to NYC, she co-founded Tantrum East Productions and is now the Artistic Director.
Let’s Be Social:
Website:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/murder-we-spoke/id1730737866
Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556196394490
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/murderwespokepodcast/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@murderwespokepodcast
May 3, 2024
What Have You Been Reading Lately?
What are you reading and what’s up next for you? I’m reading Tara Lush’s A Bean to Die for, and I’m sad that this is the last in this series. I loved her new mystery, Gator Queen. Who knew alligator wrangling could be so much fun.
I also recently finished Diane Kelly’s Four-Alarm Homicide and Olivia Blacke’s Rhythm and Clues. Both cozy series are well worth the read.
There are so many books and so little time. I just love Ellen Byron/Maria DiRico and all of her series, Linda Reilly, Mindy Quigley, Tara Lush, Olivia Blacke, Diane Kelly, and Kallie E. Benjamin (V. M. Burns). You cannot go wrong with any of their books.
I really, really enjoyed Daphne Silver’s debut mystery, Crime and Parchment, and she recently won the Agatha Awar for Best First Novel at Malice Domestic. Congratulations! What a fun start to a new series set on the Chesapeake Bay in Maryland. Lots of quirky characters and a twisty plot.
Lee Goldberg’s traditional mysteries are always a hit. If you like police procedurals and twisty mysteries, you need to read Goldberg's Eve Ronin series. Hollywood, heists, reality TV, murder, and mayhem...
T. G. Herren/Greg Herren and Jennie Marts are new-to-me authors. I enjoyed both of these cozies, and I look forward to reading more of their books.
What have you been reading lately?
May 2, 2024
#ThisorThatThursday Interview with Erica Wynters
I’d like to welcome author Erica Wynters back to the blog for #ThisorThatThursday!
Favorite thing to do when you have free time: Read, nap, or if I have a lot of free time, do something fun with my family.
The thing you’ll always move to the bottom of your to do list: Meal planning
Things you need when you’re in your writing cave: A cozy blanket and an iced tea.
Things that distract you from writing: My phone! I do much better if it’s far away from me when I write.
Hardest thing about being a writer: The marketing
Easiest thing about being a writer: Coming up with book ideas. I have more ideas than I have time to write them all.
Something you wanted to be when you were a kid: An orca trainer at Sea World.
Something you do that you never dreamed you’d do: Being a writer! It surprised me, and I am so grateful for that.
Last best thing you ate: Crispy fish tacos at a local restaurant called Joyride Tacos.
Last thing you regret eating: An entire bag of kettle corn!
Favorite places you’ve been: Kaanapali Beach on Maui, Chicago, and Oak Creek Canyon in between Sedona and Flagstaff, Arizona.
Places you never want to go to again: The Midwest in the winter. I’ll stick to visiting in the summer when the weather is nice and warm!
Most daring thing you’ve ever done: Bungee jumping
Something you chickened out from doing: Cliff jumping in Maui. To be fair, it was more not wanting to climb up sharp lava rocks covered in little crabs to get to the top than the actual jump.
The nicest thing a reader said to you: I read your books when I’m stressed and I need a break from real life. I also love it when people tell me they’re waiting for my next book.
The craziest thing a reader said to you: I left a comment of support on another author’s Instagram post a couple of years ago when she was being harassed online just saying that I was sorry it was happening to her. The person harassing her must have been reading the comments, because she went to Goodreads and left one star reviews on every book I had out at the time.
Best piece of advice you received from another writer: Find a community of other authors. It’s really hard to do this journey alone.
Something you would tell a younger you about your writing: You’re going to get much better at writing the more you do it. You’re not going to believe this, but you’re going to have a cozy mystery series published by one of your favorite authors!
Recommendations for curing writer’s block: There’s a saying by writer Louis L’Amor, “Start writing no matter what, water does not flow until the water is turned on.”
Things you do to avoid writing: Almost anything. Social media, reading (which isn’t a bad distraction), watching a show, even cleaning if I’m desperate.
About Erica:
Erica Wynters may have lived most of her life in the frigid Midwest, but now she spends her time in the warmth and sunshine of Arizona. She loves hiking, hunting down waterfalls in the desert, reading (of course), and napping. Can napping be considered a hobby? When not weaving tales of mystery with plenty of quirky characters, laughs, and a dash of romance, Erica works as a Marriage and Family Therapist helping others find their Happily Ever Afters.
Let’s Be Social:
www.instagram.com/ericawyntersbooks
May 1, 2024
#WriterWednesday with Patricia Marcantonio
I’d like to welcome Patricia Marcantonio to the blog for #WriterWednesday!
Things you never want to run out of: Blackberry-sage iced tea, printer cartridges, pens, notebooks, and patience.
Things you wish you’d never bought: Gluten-free brownie mix because I ate all of them.
Hardest thing about being a writer: Making myself sit down to write when I’m not inspired, and then take a needed break from the computer when I’m in the writing zone.
Easiest thing about being a writer: Loving what I do.
Things you need for your writing sessions: Focus, focus, focus.
Things that hamper your writing: Surfing the Internet.
A few of your favorite things: My DVD collection of old movies and my comfy sweatpants.
Things you need to throw out: My comfy sweatpants.
Favorite foods: Tostadas, salt and vinegar chips, burgers with bacon and cheese, and my husband’s smoked brisket.
Things that make you want to gag: Oatmeal.
Favorite smell: My yard after a rain shower.
Something that makes you hold your nose: Too flowery perfume.
The last thing you ordered online: A book, of course.
The last thing you regret buying: Cool shoes that were torture on my feet.
Things to say to an author: “I really related to your story and characters.”
Things to say to an author if you want to be fictionally killed off in their next book: “What did you say you did?”
Favorite places you’ve been: The Oregon coast, New Orleans, Puerto Vallarta, Universal Studios, and my hometown of Pueblo, Colorado, to visit my family.
Places you never want to go to again: A Los Angeles freeway during a rush hour.
Favorite things to do: Hanging with family, writing, sewing and going to the movies.
Things you’d run through a fire or eat bugs to get out of doing: Cleaning the bathroom and pulling weeds in our yard.
About Patricia:
Patricia Marcantonio is the author of the Felicity Carrol mystery series; Verdict in the Desert (Arte Público Press); Under the Blood Moon (Dark Ink); Best Amigas (Fitzroy Books) and Misbehaving at Cactus Lanes (One More Chapter). She received Alexa Rose Foundation Grants to direct her play, Tears for Llorona, and workshop her play Starring Jane Eyre. Pioneer Drama Service has published new play, Roja Ridin’ in the Hood, which is based on her award-winning children’s book Red Ridin’ in the Hood and Other Cuentos (FSG). She is a member of the Dramatists Guild of America and has won awards for her screenplays and journalism. For several years, she covered crime and courts as a reporter.
Let’s Be Social:
http://Patriciamarcantonio.com
https://www.facebook.com/MarcantonioStories
https://www.goodreads.com/wwwgoodreadscommarcantonio
https://linkedin.com/in/patricia-marcantonio-01487615/
https://www.instagram.com/santos_stories/
April 25, 2024
Do I Have a Twin? Doppelganger?
A Millennial called me Mrs. Frizzle the other day. Okay, I didn’t get the reference, and I was pleasantly surprised to learn that Professor Valerie Felicity Frizzle, PhD, a former fourth grade teacher, is the central character in the Magic School Bus books and shows. And she loves creativity, learning, and field trips.
Originally created by Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen from Scholastic, Dr. Frizzle appears in books, video games, The Magic School Bus (1994-1997), and The Magic School Bus Rides Again (2017-2021).
I checked out the program on YouTube, and I may have my Halloween costume for this fall. Check out Mrs. Frizzle and let me know what you think.
April 24, 2024
#WriterWednesday Interview with Jim Jackson
I would like to welcome the multi-talented Jim Jackson to the blog for #WriterWednesday.
Favorite thing to do when you have free time: Read.
The thing you’ll always move to the bottom of your to do list: cleaning out old files.
Things you need when you’re in your writing cave: Quiet, my laptop, and water.
Things that distract you from writing: Noise, phone calls, and something happening outside my windows.
Hardest thing about being a writer: Marketing myself and my books
Easiest thing about being a writer: Responding to fan emails.
Things you will run to the store for at midnight: Exactly nothing. If I’m awake at midnight, I’m sick or reading a great book.
Things you never put on your shopping list: coffee, hot spices, kale.
Something you’re really good at: I love numbers and am a mathemagician.
Something you’re really bad at: spelling.
Something you wanted to be when you were a kid: teacher
Something you do that you never dreamed you’d do: run long-distance races (I was a sprinter).
Something you wish you could do: fluently speak multiple languages.
Something you wish you’d never learned to do: cuss
Favorite things to do: Be out in nature with friends.
Things you’d run through a fire or eat bugs to get out of doing: Listening to right-wing talk radio.
Most daring thing you’ve ever done: solo hiking in the mountains (which shows how non daring I am).
Something you chickened out from doing: bungee jumping in New Zealand off the bridge where the craze started.
The nicest thing a reader said to you: I know exactly who you based that character on; it’s {X} (because I had never met or hear of that person, which meant my characterization was evocative).
The craziest thing a reader said to you: I can’t believe I actually liked your book!
Best piece of advice you received from another writer: You can’t fix a blank page.
Something you would tell a younger you about your writing: Celebrate your successes.
Recommendations for curing writer’s block: Skip ahead and write something you do know and let your subconscious work on the current problem.
Things you do to avoid writing: Distract myself checking email, social media, current news apps.
About Jim:
As James M. Jackson, he authors the Seamus McCree series. Full of mystery and suspense, these thrillers explore financial crimes, family relationships, and what happens when they mix. The series includes 8 novels, 2 novellas, and several short stories.
As Jim Jackson, he authored a book on contract bridge, One Trick at a Time: How to Start Winning at Bridge, which was published by Master Point Press (2012).
He calls home the deep woods of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. These days he is a snowbird with clipped wings, retreating only to Madison, Wisconsin when weather and road conditions make access to his U.P. home problematic.
Let’s Be Social:
You can find out more about Jim or sign up for his newsletter at his website, https://jamesmjackson.com.
Facebook Personal Page: https://www.facebook.com/james.m.jackson.author
Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063463330059
April 19, 2024
Idea Banks - Time Savers for Writers
Authors are often asked to provide ideas or proposals for programs, workshops, and panels. These are some ways authors can create idea banks or files to help you save time and stay organized.
Program Proposals
Many times libraries or other groups will ask for a workshop or program. I keep a folder on my computer with each topic. This make it easier when I have to put together a new proposal. (I file them by title and group, so I make sure I don’t repeat a topic.)
You need a catchy title. It helps when you market the event. Just make sure people can tell what the subject is from your title.
I also have a Word document that has a description of what will be covered and any key details like other speakers, what type of equipment is needed, etc.
I keep any promotional flyers, social media posts, and pictures in my file, too. That way, I can use them on my website or on the socials.
Question Banks
If you’re organizing or moderating a panel, you often need to create the questions.
I have a Word document (filed by title and group) with the questions for each event. When I finish my question draft, I rearrange them in the order that makes sense for the flow of the panel discussion.
In my Word document, I indicate which speaker the question is for or whether it’s a group question. (Not all panelists need to answer every question.)
I review the draft with the panelists and get their input.
Always have extra questions in case you have time to fill.
You can often reuse some questions at future events.
Slide Decks
I keep copies of all the classes and workshops that I teach. (These are also filed by title and group.)
It is helpful to have a starting point when you’re creating a new class, and sometimes you can reuse some of the slides, handouts, or the content.
I always brand my slides and handouts with my author logo and website.
Graphics
I’m sure you’re seeing a pattern here. I keep a folder of graphics that I’ve created for my blog, newsletter, or social media sites. I file these by subject. I use these on the original post and on the socials to market it.
Studies show that Facebook and Instagram posts that are noticed more have an eye-catching graphic or a video.
I use BookBrush to create images for my books (especially seasonal ones).
I use Canva to create images for my website, newsletter, blog, and social media sites.
Story Ideas/Names/Place Names
I was drowning in little scraps of paper and sticky notes. I jot down ideas wherever I happen to be (and on whatever paper is handy).
To get organized, I created giant idea spreadsheet. I have different workbooks for each topic, and I can sort them by any of the columns.
I attend a lot of training and workshops and put my notes of and the source in my idea spreadsheet. I also add the contact information if the subject matter expert offered to answer questions after the training.
I made a spreadsheet for my book promotions that includes bloggers, reporters, book reviewers, bookstagrammers, podcasters, librarians, bookstore contacts, and other bookish events and promotional ideas. Since I write multiple series, I have a workbook for each book in each series. When I start my launch planning, I look at what I did last time and update it with any changes or new ideas.
How do you keep yourself organized? Let me know what works for you.
April 18, 2024
#ThisorThatThursday Interview with Keith Anthony Baird
I’d like to welcome Keith Anthony Baird to the blog for #ThisorThatThursday!
Hardest thing about being a writer: For me, marketing is the hardest part because it’s not natural to me. I’m not really someone who sells themselves particularly well so I struggle outside of my comfort zone. However, I understand that’s what we must do in order to get the word out about our books.
Easiest thing about being a writer: Just doing what we love best: writing! I can literally disappear for days if I’m in the flow. I really immerse myself in the creative part. The editing and revision not so much, but it can be enjoyable when it leads to a better story.
Favorite foods: I used to be a fan of savoury foods and not sweet, but I’ve found I’ve developed a sweet tooth the older I’ve gotten (not a good thing!). Savoury foods – Thai dishes, seafood. Sweet foods – cheesecake and chocolate.
Things that make you want to gag: I don’t like anything with ginger in it!
Something you’re really good at: Carpentry. I renovated a couple of houses when I was younger and found I had a knack for it.
Something you’re really bad at: Wallpapering. It just gets full of air bubbles and I want to tear my hair out!
Favorite music or song: There are a few genres I like. Rock, Metal, Classical, Punk. Even the odd Pop song if it’s decent quality.
Music that drives you crazy: Dire Straits. Talking Heads. I literally just want to rip my ears off when I hear any of their music. It also makes me feel nauseous. That whole ‘nails down a blackboard’ thing.
Favorite places you’ve been: Africa, Canada, Brazil, Hungary.
Places you never want to go to again: Mexico. It wasn’t a very pleasant experience for me, unfortunately.
People you’d like to invite to dinner: My publishers Heather and Steve. Some author pals.
People you’d cancel dinner on: The Kardashians. Donald Trump. Kanye West.
Favorite things to do: Hike across mountains. Swim in lakes. Snorkel on coral reefs. Drink wine.
Things you’d run through a fire or eat bugs to get out of doing: Shopping! I can’t stand wasting endless hours in different stores around town. It’s mind-numbingly boring.
Most daring thing you’ve ever done: I abseiled off a 375 ft. bridge for charity.
Something you chickened out from doing: Eating ginger!
The nicest thing a reader said to you: One reader (someone I now consider a friend) sent me a video message saying he thought my writing was amazing. That blew me away.
The craziest thing a reader said to you: I had an author table at a con and a guy asked if my horror/dark fiction stories where ok for kids to read. He got a blank look.
Besides writing, what’s the most creative thing you’ve done: I’ve set up my own businesses in the past and doing that requires being creative in a very challenging way.
A project that didn’t quite turn out the way you planned it: The odd one or two carpentry projects that looked very different in real life than they did in my head! Lol. They got scrapped.
About Keith:
Keith Anthony Baird began writing dark fiction in 2016 as a self-published author.
After five years of releasing titles via Amazon and Audible he switched his focus
to the traditional publishing route.
His dark fantasy novella In the Grimdark Strands of the Spinneret was published via Brigids Gate Press (BGP) in 2022. Two further novellas are to be published in 2024 via BGP - SIN:THETICA (May) and a vampire saga in collaboration with fellow Brit author Beverley Lee - A Light of Little Radiance (November).
He is currently writing an alien invasion/post-apocalyptic novel called WIND RUST which
will be the first of a planned trilogy.
He lives in Cumbria, United Kingdom, on the edge of the Lake District National Park.
Let’s Be Social:
Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/kabauthor
Instagram: @kabauthor
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16771035.Keith_Anthony_Baird
Website: https://5f2dd297cf905.site123.me/
Universal Amazon link for SIN:THETICA: http://mybook.to//Sinthetica
