Learning to Use Energy Wisely
Yesterday was another fantastic day. I sold a book.
No, I didn't sell the rights to a novel, I sold one download of Love from Planet Wine Cooler to the author/blogger Jo Michaels. Once again, this win (even if it is a small one) comes about as a result of a contest. In this case, Jo's 12 Days of Christmas extravaganza.
If you participate in the Goodreads forums, you'll probably have seen links to Jo Michaels' blog promotions and contests. A constant reviewer of books all over the literary strands of the web, it's a delight to capture her attention. I'm really thrilled and I've almost finished reading her book Lily from the Mystic Series.
I've also enjoyed participating in another contest I found out about through the Goodreads forums.
Mysti Parker has been hosting a competition of Christmas Flash Stories that closed yesterday. Flash stories are usually under 1000 words long, but there are some great examples of the genre that are no more than 100 or 200 words long. So far, 34 stories have been posted. Mine is called The Christmas Party.
What really amazed me about Mysti's blog is the sense of community she's managed to build up. When I viewed my story on her blog, there were already comments and feedback to read. In a world where the competition for attention is amazingly tough, she's found her audience.
There is obviously a lot to think about here. Competitions are my weakness, but my second weakness is writing without an audience. These two bloggers have clearly conquered that problem.
I just do the work, throw it at the wall and see what sticks. That's probably not the best use of my limited energy.
No, I didn't sell the rights to a novel, I sold one download of Love from Planet Wine Cooler to the author/blogger Jo Michaels. Once again, this win (even if it is a small one) comes about as a result of a contest. In this case, Jo's 12 Days of Christmas extravaganza.
If you participate in the Goodreads forums, you'll probably have seen links to Jo Michaels' blog promotions and contests. A constant reviewer of books all over the literary strands of the web, it's a delight to capture her attention. I'm really thrilled and I've almost finished reading her book Lily from the Mystic Series.
I've also enjoyed participating in another contest I found out about through the Goodreads forums.
Mysti Parker has been hosting a competition of Christmas Flash Stories that closed yesterday. Flash stories are usually under 1000 words long, but there are some great examples of the genre that are no more than 100 or 200 words long. So far, 34 stories have been posted. Mine is called The Christmas Party.
What really amazed me about Mysti's blog is the sense of community she's managed to build up. When I viewed my story on her blog, there were already comments and feedback to read. In a world where the competition for attention is amazingly tough, she's found her audience.
There is obviously a lot to think about here. Competitions are my weakness, but my second weakness is writing without an audience. These two bloggers have clearly conquered that problem.
I just do the work, throw it at the wall and see what sticks. That's probably not the best use of my limited energy.
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Jo, thank you for reminding me how bloggers behave when they are at their kindest and most decent. Your comment & upcoming review have made my day.
Cornfields of the Sea
When I was in high school, I was lucky enough to be part of a writing workshop with author Barbara Greenwood. Every member of the workshop was to write a short story for a group anthology. I thought w
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I hope you enjoyed Lily.
I have your book read and reviewed. I won't spoil it for you, but I'll tell you this: It's a good one!
I hope this starts your new year out with a most excellent flavor. Look for your book's review here on Goodreads, over on Amazon, and on my blog tomorrow. I won't post it until then. Well done, Kate. I'll be keeping my eye on you and your work.