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February 22, 2012
The Clan Takes Boston… Kinda. (part 1) #travel
Tuesday Task Tally: This time I have a good excuse. #tuesdaytask
February 20, 2012
Cover Reveal: Call of the Sea, by Rebecca Hart (That's me!) #CotS #coverlove
February 19, 2012
Six Sentence Sunday: The Curse of the Awkward Silence #sixsunday
February 14, 2012
Tuesday Task Tally: Hey, It's Tuesday (and I remembered) #tuesdaytask
First of all, HAPPY VALENTINE"S DAY, EVERYONE!
I have actually had a relatively calm week this time around. I have really rocked through most of my publisher's requirements at this point and have found I actually have had some time to get other things done, like catching up on critiques for fellow authors, some reading, and a new story.
Here is this week's task list and progress:
Tasks assigned by my publisher:
1. Finish editing rounds of Call of the Sea – DONE – final copy has been sent on to my editors. I guess this means the novel is done – like really, actually finished. Squee!
2. Write a blog post for the publishers blog. – IN PROGRESS – Ideally I would like to finish one of these each week. So far though, I have only sent one in.
Tasks I assigned myself:
1. Contact Book bloggers and reviewers to try and set up some guest posts, interviews and other promotions for Call of the Sea - IN PROGRESS - I have managed to set up one Author Spotlight and am working on more.
2. Finish up with the coordination of the cover reveal on Feb. 20th. - DONE (basically). I've set up all my bloggers and author friends with the image and blog postings have been scheduled and advertised. (weee!)
3. Write, write, write – IN PROGRESS – Need to get the first draft down for Destiny's Trial (WT) for the J. Taylor "Make Believe" anthology.
4. Catch up on reading and reviews. – IN PROGRESS - The review blog over at Bex Book Nook has been slightly neglected and I am hoping to correct that little issue.
5. Play with Flash and make a Book Trailer for Call of the Sea – STILL CONSIDERING – Not sure if I want to eat up more time doing this one. As much as I love playing with graphics, I think this one may be more of a time eating distraction than I need at the moment.
6. Go see STOMP at the Palace Theater with the bo-hunk and my daughters on Saturday night - WAITING – Okay, this one is absolutely not writing related, but I'm super excited about it all the same.
I think that's all the big stuff I have going on this week. What about you? What sorts of things are on your task list this week?
Tagged: #tuesdaytask, General, Tuesday Task Tally, writing
February 10, 2012
Tuesday Task Tally: Look Who Doesn't Remember What day It Is?
As you can see, I have already managed to mess up my goal of tracking my tasks as the weeks go by on the road to the release of my debut novel, CALL OF THE SEA. I just realized while driving into the office this morning it was Friday and I had not posted my Tuesday update.
For those of you who had been anxiously awaiting it and whose lives I have ruined by my lack of planning, I offer heartfelt apologies.
Without further ado, here was Tuesday's list of tasks.
Tasks Assigned By My Publisher:
1. Finish final edit rounds with editor, Melissa Keir. – Done
2. Touch base with publicist RE: Cover Reveal event on 2/20 – Done
3. Write Acknowledgements Page and Dedication for novel – Done – Submitted for review and finalized.
4. Goodreads – Stop by Group Discussions and Interact – In Progress (not sure this one ever gets checked as done)
Tasks I Assigned to Myself This Week:
1. Catch up on Scribophile crit lists and pay back those who helped me when I was pressing to get CotS polished. – Almost there/slowly catching up
2. Marketing efforts for fellow Inkspell authors – Support publisher run events and marketing efforts. – In Progress and Ongoing
3. Hook up with other authors and bloggers to share in reveal of cover on 2/20. Coordinate postings. – Done
4. Write the middle section of the new short story I'm working on. – Barely started. This is the weekend plan.
5. Post on Task Tally on Tuesday, not Friday (working on it 
– maybe next week I will get this one right.)
So that is it from this end. What did you work on this week?
Tagged: #tuesdaytask, General, Tuesday Task Tally, writing
February 6, 2012
Book Review (Novella): Touch of Frost by Jocelyn Adams
Touch of Frost by Jocelyn Adams
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
I was one of the lucky few who managed to get on Ms. Adams' beta reader list, so got a look at this one before it released to the masses. As usual, I am in awe of Jocelyn's ability to weave a compelling and romantic tale.
I would highly recommend this novella to anyone who loves a good romantic read. If you have a zen for fairy tales, then this one is a can't miss.
Tagged: Book Reviews, fiction, J. Taylor Publishing, Jocelyn Adams, Novella, Paranormal Romance, Touch of Frost
February 5, 2012
Six Sentence Sunday: I Miss the Dark Side #sixsunday
As most of you who stop by regularly know, (since I can't stop talking about it most days) my debut novel is releasing in June. Due to this fantastic bit of good fortune, I have been up to my eyeballs in CALL OF THE SEA for months and months. This week I sent the first round of edits to my editor, so I have been able to put Daniel and Ellie out of my head for a day or so. It's been wonderful for my creativity.
This week's six comes from a short story I have finally been able to focus some attention on. It has a darker feel to it that CotS, so I have really enjoyed spending time with the characters of DESTINY'S TRIAL (working title).
Hope you enjoy the snipit. 
Torches lined the ancient stone walls of the wide antechamber, casting an eerie yellow light about the space. The flickering light caught on the two metallic suits or armor stationed on both sides of the archway at the other end of the foyer, making them appear as if they'd been dipped in gold.
Hesitant steps carried her across the lobby. The only sounds accompanying her were the soft click of her boot heels and the murmur of her cloak brushing over the polished marble floor.
You can do this. It's what you've worked your whole life for.
As always, feel free to share your thoughts on today's offering.
Be sure to click on the banner at the top of this post and drop in on the other authors with teasers for you this week. You never know. You just may stumble across your new favorite author.
Happy Sunday!
Tagged: #sixsunday, Destiny's Trial, Fantasy, fiction, Six Sentence Sunday, Work in progress
February 3, 2012
Some Love for the Book Review Blog
Because I am in a self promoting sort of mood, I wanted to take a second to shout out my book review blog, Bex Book Nook. I post reviews of all sorts of fiction (from YA to erotica), cover reveals, blog hop stops, giveaways, etc. I also post a bit of my writing as well (erotica stuff over there)
If you don't already follow it, you should. I will say that my alter ego writes erotica, and while I always make sure all images I post are at worst PG-13, some of the content may be unsuitable for those under the age of 18.
If you are over 18, stop by!
http://bexbooknook.wordpress.com
Tagged: Bex Book Nook, Blog, Book Reviews, News
January 31, 2012
Tuesday Task Tally #1: Where did the week go? #tuesdaytally
As I promised last week, come hell or high water, and regardless of what a slacker I may look like by sharing this information, this is the Tuesday Task Tally post #1. The plan is to track my little tasks and progress as I work with my publisher, Inkspell Publishing to debut Call of the Sea.
Tasks Assigned by Inkspell (so far):
1. Write the book blurb for Call of the Sea – DONE (sent to editor for review)
2. Get in touch with designer regarding cover art – finalize artwork – DONE – (Cover reveal 2/20/2012)
3. Blog post for Inkspell's blog (should do semi regularly) -DONE – sent for review
4. First run edits on the manuscript need to be sent to my editor.
5. Bookmarks and swag discussions. Logline for bookmarks need to be sent to editor and designer – DONE (cant wait to see these)
6. Free read for the Inkspell website (promotion materials) – DONE – Sent to editor for first run editing
7. Stay up to date on publisher website group posts and join their Goodreads group. – DONE
8. Publicist introductions and beginning of promotions brainstorming. - DONE – Intro email sent. Getting started on Cover reveal schedule.
Tasks I've Assigned Myself
1. Write a new short story for the Make Believe anthology (J. Taylor Publishing) – IN PROGRESS (1.5k words in — 5-10k goal)
2. Critiques due for other authors on Scribophile. – WAY BEHIND - major slacker!
3. Set up cover reveal blog posts with other author and book sites. – In Progress – still coordinating with bloggers/authors
4. Contact local book store to see about having them stock the book on their shelves – Not started
5. Contact Barnes and Noble regarding books by local authors in their store. – Not started
So looking at the above, I am ahead of schedule on some things, and behind on a few others. Will have to see what new tasks are added in this week, but I think right now the priority is getting the first round of editing done and sent to my editor, so I can work some creativity into the short story I've put on my plate.
If you are a published author, debut or otherwise, how do you keep yourself organized? Do you have suggestions for things to be addressed that maybe I don't even have on my list? Very curious to see if others experiences are similar.
Tagged: Call of the Sea, Debut Novel, Inkspell Publishing, Paranormal Romance, Tuesday Task Tally
