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February 21, 2016
Blogcation Update and a Thank You
Thanks so much for hanging in there with me, and I hope you’re willing to wait just a little longer for my normal blogging routine to kick back in. Things have been even busier than I’d expected. Between final edits on In Hot Water, and getting it published to all channels, plus the launch, and working to finish the second book (tentative title In Deep Trouble), I’ve found myself spending far more hours at the computer than normal. (My FitBit is ready to disown me.) Make sure to click the kee...
February 15, 2016
Dealing With Feedback
I finished the first draft of my second Triple-D Ranch novel, went through it getting rid of the usual suspects, and did general editing in preparation for sending it to my editor. I also sent it to half a dozen beta readers, as well as a couple of “specialists” to give me feedback on their areas of expertise.
One thing about writing this book—I’ve never had to push hard to meet a deadline before, and I hope I’m never in that position again. It was kind of like NaNoWriMo, but for real. Writin...
February 14, 2016
Covers Need Editors, Too
First – don’t forget to enter the Booklover’s Bench iPad mini giveaway, which ends the 18th, and my Kobo e-reader giveaway with lots more prizes. You have until February 29th to enter.
And on with today’s post:
We see what we expect to see. That’s why it’s so hard to edit our own work, and why extra eyes on a project are critical.
And sometimes you just want to slap yourself upside the head when you realize you’ve blundered.
My new romantic suspense series is the Triple-D Ranch series. After...
February 13, 2016
Happy Valentine’s Day
It’s Valentine’s Day, and love is in the air. Treat yourself or a loved one to Second Chance Rose, a collection of five short heart-warming romances, all for the low price of 99 cents.
And, while you’re here, have you entered to win a Kobo Glo HD e-reader yet?
What about an iPad mini?
Happy Valentine’s Day.
February 12, 2016
A Day in the Life – Gordon Hepler
Gordon Hepler here, letting you know that I’m being interviewed over at Dru’s Book Musings today. She asked what a typical day in Mapleton was like for me, and I did my best to give her a look at what goes on when you’re the Chief of Police in a small town.
I hope you’ll go look at the interview, because Terry’s giving away a copy of Deadly Secrets, where everything about being a small town police chief changed for me.
Oh, and Terry wanted me to remind you about the iPad Mini giveaway at Book...
February 10, 2016
Win a Kobo Glo HD
A reminder that my Kobo Glo HD e-reader giveaway is accepting entries through the end of February (and you get an extra day for Leap Year!). And there are other prizes, too. Enter now.
February 9, 2016
In Hot Water Drops Today
The Countdown is over. In Hot Water is live most places ebooks are sold, and it’s in print, too! If you pre-ordered a digital copy, it should be waiting on your e-reader. And if you don’t have an e-reader, here’s your chance to win one, because I have a nifty Kobo Glo HD I’m giving away. Plus Cool Colorado Cowboy Swag and some author goodies.
Kobo Glo HD
Handcrafted bracelet
Coin purse and key ring
Cowboy Playing Cards
Bottle opener Key Ring
Want to enter? Click here for th...
February 8, 2016
In Hot Water Countdown Day the Last
Tomorrow’s the big day. If you’re planning to order In Hot Water, why not pre-order it now. (Click the book title or the image for a blurb, excerpt and buy links) Every pre-order helps it debut at a higher slot in the rankings.
Make sure you come back tomorrow to see what I’m giving away to celebrate Release Day!
