Scott A. Butler's Blog
March 10, 2017
It's my birthday, have a free book!
As it happens, today, the 10th March, is my birthday.
To show my gratitude to readers, I would like to celebrate my birthday by giving them a gift.
So, I am giving away 150 e-copies of my dystopian story, H2Zero: Part One, for free.
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How to get your free copy
1) Click Here
2) Click "Buy"
3) At the checkout, use the coupon code: GD48J
The offer ends on the 12th March or when 150 copies have been redeemed, whichever comes first.
Please, enjoy your freebie! :D
~~ Scott A. Butler
To show my gratitude to readers, I would like to celebrate my birthday by giving them a gift.
So, I am giving away 150 e-copies of my dystopian story, H2Zero: Part One, for free.
____________
How to get your free copy
1) Click Here
2) Click "Buy"
3) At the checkout, use the coupon code: GD48J
The offer ends on the 12th March or when 150 copies have been redeemed, whichever comes first.
Please, enjoy your freebie! :D
~~ Scott A. Butler
October 3, 2015
In Memory: A Tribute to Sir Terry Pratchett - An anthology
Terry Pratchett was a brilliant man. A genius writer. And an expert hat wearer.
He also fiercely campaigned for Alzheimer's Research UK, a charity which actively funds and researches towards a prevention or cure for the terrible disease.
A group of authors have teamed up to produce a tribute to this inspirational and generous gentleman.
In Memory: A Tribute to Sir Terry Pratchett features seventeen unique takes on the theme of memory from authors spanning nine countries and four continents. Written in dear memory of Sir Terry Pratchett and with all proceeds going to Alzheimer’s Research UK, these seventeen tales of magic (and the occasional automaton) will move you from giggles to tears and back again.
The anthology is due for release in October 2015.
You can find more information, follow its progress and meet the authors in these places:
The In Memory Website
The Facebook Page
The Goodreads Page
Twitter Hashtag: #InMemoryTribute
He also fiercely campaigned for Alzheimer's Research UK, a charity which actively funds and researches towards a prevention or cure for the terrible disease.
A group of authors have teamed up to produce a tribute to this inspirational and generous gentleman.
In Memory: A Tribute to Sir Terry Pratchett features seventeen unique takes on the theme of memory from authors spanning nine countries and four continents. Written in dear memory of Sir Terry Pratchett and with all proceeds going to Alzheimer’s Research UK, these seventeen tales of magic (and the occasional automaton) will move you from giggles to tears and back again.
The anthology is due for release in October 2015.
You can find more information, follow its progress and meet the authors in these places:
The In Memory Website
The Facebook Page
The Goodreads Page
Twitter Hashtag: #InMemoryTribute
April 2, 2015
Lurking In The Deep - Cover Reveal
Does the water beckon you? Your love, or fears, may become greater in this chilling anthology. From ordinary sea life to creatures of myth, our stories will make you think twice about the shadowy waters that beckon below. Follow our authors into the depths … if you dare.
Stories featured in this anthology include the following:
“Lauren” by Terry Alexander
“Bloodslick” by Timothy Black
“Wrath” by Liz Butcher
“Song of the Ocean” by Scott A. Butler
“Dark Waters” by Michael Cross & Emma Michaels
“Crescent’s Creature” by K.C. Finn
“The Broken Seashell” by E.M. MacCallum
“Ribbons & Bones” by Kelly Matsuura
“Tubular Hells” by Beth W. Patterson
“Rhine Maiden” by Isabelle Poldervaart
“A Senseless Eating Machine” by Jef Rouner
“Tide Flats” by Shelly Schulz
“The Reluctant Seamstress” by Jaidis Shaw
“The Water’s Edge” by Jacqueline E. Smith
“Widow’s Cut” by Andrea L. Staum
“Enticing Waters” by Gina A. Watson
Edited By: Jaidis Shaw
To Be Published: May 7th, 2015
Publisher: Crushing Hearts and Black Butterfly Publishing
Be sure to join the authors during the official Facebook launch party on May 7th starting at 6PM EST! Join the party for fun games and the chance to win several prizes including ebooks, gift cards, and more!
Link to the party
Stories featured in this anthology include the following:
“Lauren” by Terry Alexander
“Bloodslick” by Timothy Black
“Wrath” by Liz Butcher
“Song of the Ocean” by Scott A. Butler
“Dark Waters” by Michael Cross & Emma Michaels
“Crescent’s Creature” by K.C. Finn
“The Broken Seashell” by E.M. MacCallum
“Ribbons & Bones” by Kelly Matsuura
“Tubular Hells” by Beth W. Patterson
“Rhine Maiden” by Isabelle Poldervaart
“A Senseless Eating Machine” by Jef Rouner
“Tide Flats” by Shelly Schulz
“The Reluctant Seamstress” by Jaidis Shaw
“The Water’s Edge” by Jacqueline E. Smith
“Widow’s Cut” by Andrea L. Staum
“Enticing Waters” by Gina A. Watson
Edited By: Jaidis Shaw
To Be Published: May 7th, 2015
Publisher: Crushing Hearts and Black Butterfly Publishing
Be sure to join the authors during the official Facebook launch party on May 7th starting at 6PM EST! Join the party for fun games and the chance to win several prizes including ebooks, gift cards, and more!
Link to the party
April 1, 2015
Lurking In The Deep - Cover Reveal (2nd April)
The cover for Lurking in the Deep, an upcoming anthology by Crushing Hearts & Black Butterfly Publishing, which features my story "Song of the Ocean", will be revealed on the 2nd April 2015!
The anthology will be available for purchase on the 7th May 2015.
~ Scott A. Butler
The anthology will be available for purchase on the 7th May 2015.
~ Scott A. Butler
Upcoming Anthology - Lurking in the Deep
(Late) Announcement.
My story, "Song of the Ocean", will be appearing in "Lurking in the Deep", an anthology by Crushing Hearts & Black Butterfly Publishing.
Available 7th May 2015.
Other authors who will appear in the anthology are:
-- Kelly Matsuura
-- Emma Michaels
-- Jaidis Shaw
And more.
~ Scott A. Butler
My story, "Song of the Ocean", will be appearing in "Lurking in the Deep", an anthology by Crushing Hearts & Black Butterfly Publishing.
Available 7th May 2015.
Other authors who will appear in the anthology are:
-- Kelly Matsuura
-- Emma Michaels
-- Jaidis Shaw
And more.
~ Scott A. Butler
March 12, 2015
Rest In Peace, Sir Terry Pratchett
Today, the world lost a great mind.
Sir Terry Pratchett, the creator of the Discworld series, passed away today on the 12th March 2015.
Not only was he one of my biggest influences, one of the brilliant minds who persuaded me to get into writing, but he was also one of the most brilliant and creative minds to ever live.
I have no doubts that Sir Terry will be remembered beyond hundreds of years for his Discworld novels.
A man with a mind as creative, genius, brilliant and magical as Terry is a very rare find indeed.
Sleep well. Thank you for the amazing world you created. And thank you for the inspiration.
~ Scott A. Butler
Sir Terry Pratchett, the creator of the Discworld series, passed away today on the 12th March 2015.
Not only was he one of my biggest influences, one of the brilliant minds who persuaded me to get into writing, but he was also one of the most brilliant and creative minds to ever live.
I have no doubts that Sir Terry will be remembered beyond hundreds of years for his Discworld novels.
A man with a mind as creative, genius, brilliant and magical as Terry is a very rare find indeed.
Sleep well. Thank you for the amazing world you created. And thank you for the inspiration.
“No one is actually dead until the ripples they cause in the world die away...”
― Terry Pratchett, Reaper Man
~ Scott A. Butler
September 10, 2014
H2Zero: Part One - Now Avaliable!
H2Zero Part One has been published and is now available!
Grab your copy now, you'll be pleased you did. ;)
UK link
US link
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H2Zero: Part One
In the 21st century, the human race is on the brink of extinction. An event known as the Black Incident has reshaped the world as we know it.
Civilisation has fallen into absolute chaos. Food is heavily rationed. Clean water is now more valuable than diamonds.
After the fall of the British government, the military now control what remains of the population in quarantine zones. When orders fail, bullets fly. If you try to leave, you're enslaved.
Outside the quarantine zones you're confronted with bandits, psychotic cults and ... those ... things.
The H2Zero series
H2Zero is a wake-up call to humanity. We may not yet realise it, but extinction is closer than we think.
Each instalment of the series is a short story set in a different time to explore the events that have unfolded and each instalment will follow the footsteps of a different person as they struggle to survive in this new world.
A selected quote
The main element crucial for the survival of life is also a demon in disguise; it will snatch your life away as quickly as you were given it. There’s no god, it’s the elements that control this world and everything on it.
September 8, 2014
H2Zero - Coming (Really) Soon!
H2Zero is the first instalment of a dystopia series which will be released in parts!
Description
In the 21st century, the human race is on the brink of extinction. An event known as the Black Incident has reshaped the world as we know it.
The world has fallen into absolute chaos. Food is heavily rationed. Clean water is now more valuable than diamonds.
After the fall of the British government, the military now control what remains of the population in quarantine zones. When orders fail, bullets fly. If you try to leave, you're enslaved.
Outside the quarantine zones you're confronted with bandits, psychotic cults and ... those ... things.
Each instalment of H2Zero will follow the footsteps of a different person as they struggle to survive in this new world.
A quote
"The main element crucial for the survival of life is also a demon in disguise; it will snatch your life away as quickly as you were given it. There’s no god, it’s the elements that control this world and everything on it."
Cover Reveal
For more updates: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialScot...
~ Scott A. Butler
Description
In the 21st century, the human race is on the brink of extinction. An event known as the Black Incident has reshaped the world as we know it.
The world has fallen into absolute chaos. Food is heavily rationed. Clean water is now more valuable than diamonds.
After the fall of the British government, the military now control what remains of the population in quarantine zones. When orders fail, bullets fly. If you try to leave, you're enslaved.
Outside the quarantine zones you're confronted with bandits, psychotic cults and ... those ... things.
Each instalment of H2Zero will follow the footsteps of a different person as they struggle to survive in this new world.
A quote
"The main element crucial for the survival of life is also a demon in disguise; it will snatch your life away as quickly as you were given it. There’s no god, it’s the elements that control this world and everything on it."
Cover Reveal
For more updates: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialScot...
~ Scott A. Butler
August 21, 2014
A Post-Apocalyptic Teaser
Greetings fellow Goodreaders,
Just sharing a quick sneaky peeky at the post-apocalyptic piece I am currently working on.
What on earth could be happening here? ;)
Watch this space.
This space right here --> <--
~ Scott A. Butler
Just sharing a quick sneaky peeky at the post-apocalyptic piece I am currently working on.
What on earth could be happening here? ;)
Watch this space.
This space right here --> <--
~ Scott A. Butler
August 12, 2014
The Day The World Mourned A Legend
The news of concerning the death of Robin Williams was shocking, unexpected and saddening.
Robin was seen as a hero by many children.
He gave and gave to charity.
He made millions of people laugh and smile. Especially those who needed it the most. Because Robin understood what those people needed - he was suffering from depression.
I have written a full article on Robin Williams, a tribute. Please feel free to take a look at it: The Day The World Mourned A Legend
A quote from the article:
Sleep well Robin. Thank you for all the laughs, the smiles and the help you gave others. Sorry the world was cruel to you in return.
Legends fall, but are never forgotten.
~ Scott A. Butler
Edit: 18th Aug - Link Updated
Robin was seen as a hero by many children.
He gave and gave to charity.
He made millions of people laugh and smile. Especially those who needed it the most. Because Robin understood what those people needed - he was suffering from depression.
I have written a full article on Robin Williams, a tribute. Please feel free to take a look at it: The Day The World Mourned A Legend
A quote from the article:
I am reminded by a line I once heard in a film called “The Watchmen“. It seems relevant to this sad death. The quote is:
"Heard joke once: Man goes to doctor. Says he’s depressed. Says life seems harsh and cruel. Says he feels all alone in threatening world where what lies ahead is vague and uncertain. Doctor says, “Treatment is simple. Great clown Pagliacci is in town tonight. Go and see him. That should pick you up.” Man bursts into tears. Says “But Doctor… I am Pagliacci.” Good joke. Everybody laugh. Roll on snare drum. Curtains."
Sleep well Robin. Thank you for all the laughs, the smiles and the help you gave others. Sorry the world was cruel to you in return.
Legends fall, but are never forgotten.
~ Scott A. Butler
Edit: 18th Aug - Link Updated
