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5 Counter-Intuitive Reasons to Read this Book this Summer

An Arrow Against the Wind was released in late April right into the vacation season over the last several months but it’s setting is more wintry. With vacations wrapping up this month, here are 5 reasons why you should consider reading it this summer: It’s a walk in the mountains so it’s much cooler than […]

WordPress, Free or Self-hosted?

Originally posted on Story Empire:
Hi, Story Empire fans. Craig here to kick off this point/counter-point post. This is something new for us, and we hope to have more posts like this. Some of that depends upon the success of this post. We invite all of you to join our discussion in the comments area.…

Archer’s Aim Daily Vol. 46

Have a look at all the articles and posts today: http://www.justpublishingadvice.com According to the recent Bowker Report on self-publishing in the US, some sanity and maturity have started to appear in the market. The report states: “While self-publishing is alive and well and stil… Source: Archer’s Aim DailyFiled under: Uncategorized

Archer’s Aim Daily Vol. 45

How long fantasy should be and lots of other posts featured on Archer’s Aim Daily: thoughtsonfantasy.com It’s a question often asked by aspiring authors wondering if their manuscript is several thousand words too long or short, but it’s also an intriguing one for readers to consider: is there an ideal l… Source: Archer’s Aim DailyFiled […]

Archer’s Aim Daily Vol. 44

How reading affects you and more on Archer’s Aim Daily… mic.com It’s no secret that reading is good for you. Just six minutes of reading is enough to reduce stress by 68%, and numerous studies have shown that reading keeps your brain functioning effectively as yo… Source: Archer’s Aim DailyFiled under: Uncategorized

The Weekly Writing Round-up

Last week was rather busy for a number of reasons so I didn’t get a chance to share all that’s happening. I finished the rough draft of The White Arrow, as noted by the announcement last week, is now in pre-order and off to my editor. That pre-order process was more involved than I intended […]

Archer’s Aim Daily Vol. 44

Among the many posts and articles, this one is the lead… http://www.popmatters.com Hard science fiction, according to the MIT Review, are those works “grounded in the curling edge of science and technology”, including classics such as Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, The Time… Source: Archer’s Aim DailyFiled under: Uncategorized

It’s In the Stars. . . Or Not

Originally posted on Story Empire:
Hello, SEers, and Happy Hump Day! Mae here, inviting you to pull up a chair and sit a spell. A recent post I did on Story Empire generated great discussion about entering book giveaways and/or downloading free ebooks. Many agreed the only time they did either was when they were…

Archer’s Aim Daily Vol. 43

shelleywilsonauthor.com I love finding new authors, especially when they write YA fantasy which is my favourite genre. Imagine my delight when I discovered YA author, Kam Verdee, and then found out she was a fellow Birmingh… Source: Archer’s Aim DailyFiled under: Uncategorized

Excerpt Week—Medici Protectorate Series by Staci Troilo

Originally posted on The Write Stuff:
I’m honored to have been asked to participate in Excerpt Week. Marcia, thank you for arranging this and letting me hop into the schedule. I’m finishing up my Medici Protectorate series. Book 3 is with the publisher and will release soon. Book 4 is partially written, and then I…