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Hello everybody, we just joined this group. Check out our novella, The Canarsie Flash, it comes in kindle too, available at amazon. Add us as a pal if you like, we are always looking to expand our presence with other readers and creative writing enthusiasts of all walks. Best wishes.
Hello, my name is Jacie Rider. I'd like to thank you for the invitation to be part of this group. I write mystery romantic suspense novels. I've written 24 in total, 10 have been published, one (Onions) has been sold in major retailers including Wal-Mart. Please check out my author page at: http://www.amazon.com/Jacie-Rider/e/B...
What an amazing group! I so happy to have met Rick who invited me to join. I'm also very grateful he agreed to review my Steampunk Fantasy Adventure Novel --MACHINE OF GOD chronicles the little-known journey of Leonardo da Vinci’s Macchina Fantastica, the ingenious trade vessel he designed and built for King Louis XI of France which, against all odds, traversed the land, sea, and air between Naples and Paris, only to fall into a pile of ashes within a mile of its destination.Readers seem to really like it. So far it's averaging 5 star reviews on Amazon. I'm honored and grateful!
Hzar wrote: "Hello everybody, we just joined this group. Check out our novella, The Canarsie Flash, it comes in kindle too, available at amazon. Add us as a pal if you like, we are always looking to expand our ..."
Jacie wrote: "Hello, my name is Jacie Rider. I'd like to thank you for the invitation to be part of this group. I write mystery romantic suspense novels. I've written 24 in total, 10 have been published, one (On..."
D.A. wrote: "What an amazing group! I so happy to have met Rick who invited me to join. I'm also very grateful he agreed to review my Steampunk Fantasy Adventure Novel --MACHINE OF GOD chronicles the little-kno..."
Yvonne wrote: "Great to be invited to join Rick's Blog.
My name is Yvonne Crowe and I live Downunder in New Zealand. I am now an author after many years of procrastinating and my first novel The Magdalene Conspi..."
My great pleasure to welcome all of you!!!
Jacie wrote: "Hello, my name is Jacie Rider. I'd like to thank you for the invitation to be part of this group. I write mystery romantic suspense novels. I've written 24 in total, 10 have been published, one (On..."
D.A. wrote: "What an amazing group! I so happy to have met Rick who invited me to join. I'm also very grateful he agreed to review my Steampunk Fantasy Adventure Novel --MACHINE OF GOD chronicles the little-kno..."
Yvonne wrote: "Great to be invited to join Rick's Blog.
My name is Yvonne Crowe and I live Downunder in New Zealand. I am now an author after many years of procrastinating and my first novel The Magdalene Conspi..."
My great pleasure to welcome all of you!!!
Thank you so much for the open invitation, James! My GoodReads profile is http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/.... My LinkedIn profile is http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?..., where several other links are also listed. I write Children's Books in English and Spanish. They each feature positive adult role models, curious children, and learning experiences. They are received well by schools, libraries, senior citizens, parents, and I have had absolutely no negative feedback. Feel free to visit any of my sites! Learn about me as a former teacher and civil servant and as a volunteer and champion of learning!
Greets everyone! Thank you for the invitation. I'm author and music blogger Hunter S. Jones from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Look for my bizarre little book, Fables of the Reconstruction, IF you like Horror/Supernatural. Or, if Romance is for you, check out the latest from Moon Rose Publishing--A Celtic Tapestry. The Celtic anthology includes my Yule story, Magic in Memphis. I look forward to meeting & learning more about you all! Cheers~
Hello everyone! It's an honor to be a member of this group! My name is Kevin Rodgers. I'm a horror/dark fantasy author. I've been writing stories since I was 6 years old. I currently live in Orlando, Florida.Over the last three years, eight of my short stories have been published in various magazines. The list of stories includes "Stargazers", "Citadel of the New Moon", "Tomahawk Mountain", and "Claustrophobia". My debut novel, CADAVER ISLAND, was published in March 2013 by Pro Se Press. Here is the link to the novel:
http://www.amazon.com/Cadaver-Island-...
Several readers have posted 5-star reviews about CADAVER ISLAND on Amazon. Also, a popular author named Barry Reese recently posted a stellar review about the novel at:
http://barryreese.net/2013/03/22/new-...
I learned about your group from a post on Facebook. It's a pleasure to be here. Thanks for the opportunity!
Kevin Rodgers
Email: kevinrodgers90@bellsouth.net
Website: http://kevinrodgers.blogspot.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KevinRodgers72
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.rodger...
Hello everyone, it's great to be a member of such an enthusiastic group. My name is John Tarttelin and eighteen months ago I started my business SOULADREAM PRODUCTIONS as a writer and photographer. I can recommend Amazon's Createspace platform as I have already used it to produce my book The Real Napoleon -The Untold Story; Zombie; Total Zombie and Five Great Sci-Fi Stories. The paper quality is very high and I recommend the Cambia font which is clear and easy to read at 12 or 14 point. The smaller the point the fewer the pages and least cost:)Like many of you I find the promoting and the marketing of a book the greatest challenge and I'll admit to not having solved that problem yet. There are so many different e-platforms clamouring for attention that the very choice can be overwhelming. But as Amazon has just acquired Goodreads - it looks like a winner.
I trained to be a history teacher but as well as historical subjects, I write horror, romance, adventure and Sci-fi titles, 30 of which are on Amazon Kindle. They include The Weavers of Time a 199,000 word Viking fantasy; Incubus Gothic - a 175,000 word erotic horror about demonic possession; Soul Survivor - horror; Total Zombie and Filey Brigg, a romance set at Conisbrough castle and on England's beautiful East coast. I look forward to reading more of the fascinating and useful points raised by members.
Thank you for the invitation. My name is Sylvia Stypa and I have published my first novel under my maiden name Sylvia Patzold. The Goblet is a Christian based fiction about a woman who finds a goblet with healing powers. Forces of evil try to take it from her. You can find out more information about this novel on my website www.sylviapatzold.com. Tate Publishing is my publisher.
Thank you for the invitation, Jason. Looks like a wonderful group and interesting topics. I write the Slye Temp romantic thrillers and co-author a urban fantasy series (Beladors) with Sherrilyn Kenyon. Both are bestselling series. My most current releases are Last Chance To Run and Nowhere Safe (romantic thrillers - on Goodreads) and the next Belador book is Rise Of The Gryphon (July 30th). For more on me and my books, visit http://www.AuthorDiannaLove.com
Ann wrote: "Thank you so much for the open invitation, James! My GoodReads profile is http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/.... My LinkedIn profile is http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?......"
Hunter wrote: "Greets everyone! Thank you for the invitation. I'm author and music blogger Hunter S. Jones from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Look for my bizarre little book, Fables of the Reconstruction, IF you like Ho..."
Kevin wrote: "Hello everyone! It's an honor to be a member of this group! My name is Kevin Rodgers. I'm a horror/dark fantasy author. I've been writing stories since I was 6 years old. I currently live in O..."
John wrote: "Hello everyone, it's great to be a member of such an enthusiastic group. My name is John Tarttelin and eighteen months ago I started my business SOULADREAM PRODUCTIONS as a writer and photographer...."
I most happily welcome all four of you!!!
Hunter wrote: "Greets everyone! Thank you for the invitation. I'm author and music blogger Hunter S. Jones from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Look for my bizarre little book, Fables of the Reconstruction, IF you like Ho..."
Kevin wrote: "Hello everyone! It's an honor to be a member of this group! My name is Kevin Rodgers. I'm a horror/dark fantasy author. I've been writing stories since I was 6 years old. I currently live in O..."
John wrote: "Hello everyone, it's great to be a member of such an enthusiastic group. My name is John Tarttelin and eighteen months ago I started my business SOULADREAM PRODUCTIONS as a writer and photographer...."
I most happily welcome all four of you!!!
Thanks for the invitation to your group. I love to read, primarily, YA paranormal romance and YA dystopian lit. I also write YA books. The Knower came out last fall, and my latest book, Gold Manor Ghost House, comes out this Sunday! The Knowers, Gold Manor Ghost House
Hi everyone. My name is Ronald Paxton. I have written three novels. The first, "Winter Songs," was published last November and is available at www.amazon.com and www.worldcastlepublishing.com. My second novel, "Haven," will be available soon, and my third novel, "deep Water," has just been accepted for publication. Come visit me at www.facebook.com/ronald.paxton.3 if you have a chance.
Good evening everyone, we are creative writers. Check out our novella that we spent 9 years on. The Canarsie Flash. Best wishes.
Hello Everyone,My name is Colleen and I'm very excited to be a new member of this group. I was searching for numbers to see if more women than men read fiction and I found this forum. It's fate--my mother's favorite actor is James Mason!
I enjoy reading horror, classics, historical romances, psychology books, and film-related books. I'm a huge fan of films, particularly silents through the 1940s. I'm in the researching stage for a horror novel set in the 1920s U.S.
Hello all, I just came out with a book under my own imprint:
The Fastest Growing Religion on Earth: How Genealogy Captured the Brains and Imaginations of Americans
For millions of Americans, the quest to find one’s ancestors has become an obsession, and for some even a religion. After writing a book about the history of his family, the author realized that half of it was missing, literally. This is the story about how he found the other half, and what he learned along the way about the history and practice of genealogy, his fellow genealogy fanatics, and himself.
I will give away free copies for review in any format.
Thanks.
Doug Bremner
Hi everyone.. thanks SOOO much for the kind words about my new and first suspense thriller THE UMBRELLA OPTION. We now have a blog here on GOODREADS and looking forward to signing books at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books this weekend. BOOTH 2074. Here's the link to the blog and feel free to share! http://www.goodreads.com/author_blog_...
Thanks so much for letting me join! My name is Harmony Lawson. I am a young adult author. My book can be found on amazon. Please check out my sites! :-) I'm glad to be here. http://freedomofspeechpublishing.com/...
http://www.slideshare.net/hlawsonauthor
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Apocal...
http://www.amazon.com/Apocalypse-Ange...
Greetings all – I am a writer just starting out. My first works are out, and I am testing the waters with Smashwords, to see if it or Kindle (or both) are where I should be putting my efforts. I appreciate the chance to meet everyone.
Thanks so much for the invitation here. My name is Donna Solitario, and I am an inspirational writer, I have three poetry book published, powerful and inspirational. Here are the books and websites. Thanks and all the best...Coming Home to my Heart
http://outskirtspress.com/DonnaSolitario
A Poet's Heart
http://outskirtspress.com/apoetsheart
Embrace the Light
http://outskirtspress.com/PoemsFromaW...
Thank you so much Rick~
Rbdavis5 wrote: "Greetings all – I am a writer just starting out. My first works are out, and I am testing the waters with Smashwords, to see if it or Kindle (or both) are where I should be putting my efforts. I ..."
Donna wrote: "Poetry Ambassador and Inspirational Writer
http://ouskirtspress.com/DonnaSolitario"
Harmony wrote: "Thanks so much for letting me join! My name is Harmony Lawson. I am a young adult author. My book can be found on amazon. Please check out my sites! :-) I'm glad to be here.
http://freedomofspeech..."
Terrific to sat HI!! to you three!! Welcome!!
Donna wrote: "Poetry Ambassador and Inspirational Writer
http://ouskirtspress.com/DonnaSolitario"
Harmony wrote: "Thanks so much for letting me join! My name is Harmony Lawson. I am a young adult author. My book can be found on amazon. Please check out my sites! :-) I'm glad to be here.
http://freedomofspeech..."
Terrific to sat HI!! to you three!! Welcome!!
I'm delighted to be here. I'm a mystery writer and under the name Marilyn Meredith I write the Deputy Tempe Crabtree mysteries (Native American deputy) and as F. M. Meredith, I write the Rocky Bluff P.D. mysteries series. My website is http://fictionforyou.com/
Hi Rick thanks so much for the invitation here.Nice to meet you and everyone.
My name is Donna Solitaro, and I am the author of three inspirational poetry books to foster faith, hope, and Love.
My three books, and Websites can be found here:
Embrace the Light
http://outskirtspress.com/PoemsFromaW...
Coming Home to my Heart
http://outskirtspress.com/DonnaSolitario
A Poets Heart
http://outskirtspress.com/apoetsheart
Wonderful to be here!
Sincerely,
Donna
Donna wrote: "Hi Rick thanks so much for the invitation here.
Nice to meet you and everyone.
My name is Donna Solitaro, and I am the author of three inspirational poetry books to foster faith, hope, and Love.
My..."
Marilyn wrote: "I'm delighted to be here. I'm a mystery writer and under the name Marilyn Meredith I write the Deputy Tempe Crabtree mysteries (Native American deputy) and as F. M. Meredith, I write the Rocky Bluf..."
Welcome Donna and Marilyn!!!!
Nice to meet you and everyone.
My name is Donna Solitaro, and I am the author of three inspirational poetry books to foster faith, hope, and Love.
My..."
Marilyn wrote: "I'm delighted to be here. I'm a mystery writer and under the name Marilyn Meredith I write the Deputy Tempe Crabtree mysteries (Native American deputy) and as F. M. Meredith, I write the Rocky Bluf..."
Welcome Donna and Marilyn!!!!
Hello everyone!I write the Sophia Katsaros series. The first novel Lykaia is out. Book 2 should be out in the next month or so.
I also write horror. Season of the Dead, a zombie apocalypse novel should be out soon as well. Both are published by Spore Press.
Thanks for having me, and I look forward to getting to know you all and reading some good books. :)
Sharon wrote: "Hello everyone!
I write the Sophia Katsaros series. The first novel Lykaia is out. Book 2 should be out in the next month or so.
I also write horror. Season of the Dead, a zombie apocalypse nove..."
great having you with us,Sharon!!
I write the Sophia Katsaros series. The first novel Lykaia is out. Book 2 should be out in the next month or so.
I also write horror. Season of the Dead, a zombie apocalypse nove..."
great having you with us,Sharon!!
Rick wrote: "Donna wrote: "Hi Rick thanks so much for the invitation here.Nice to meet you and everyone.
My name is Donna Solitaro, and I am the author of three inspirational poetry books to foster faith, hope..."
Thanks so much Rick so thoughtful of you~
Hi everyone! It's been wonderful to meet Rick on FB and learn about this group. I'm a debut author, who during the 13 years it took me to get published read everything I could get my hands on. I still do, for the most part, and I'm looking forward to checking out the authors' book and readers' recommendations here. Please let me know if I can help with any word-spreading (a Tweet, or guest appearance on my blog) for anyone. And thank you, Rick, for the invitation! Oh--my novel is called Cover of Snow. It's about a women who wakes to find her police detective husband missing from their bed. Happy reading, everyone :) Jenny
Hello, my name is Kristi Cramer and I want to thank Rick for inviting me to the group.I have been a reader and a writer for as long as I can remember, and I am excited to be involved in a group that supports people who love to read, and the people who write those books.
I am new to Goodreads and the publishing world. I have three books up, here on Goodreads.
All are self-published. Two are contemporary romantic suspense, and the third is a fun sci-fi novella I wrote with my sister.
I hope you will check them out.
The Zinc Universe website just posted an interview. Zinc Interview
Happy to be here.
Hi I am a reader of many genres including fantasy, sci-fi, historical fiction and romance, mystery, true crime and erotica. I also write dark fantasy.
Hello everyone, I am Terry Thompson and I grew up in a military family and have spent my entire life travelling around the world gaining valuable knowledge and experience that I share with you through my writing about life and leadership. I am currently a Senior Leader in the U.S. Army with over 18 years experience, and I have served in multiple positions of increased authority and responsibility that spans many assignment locations to include two deployments to Iraq, and one to Afghanistan. I have led teams as small as 3 to much larger groups of over 200.
I bring to you valuable insight that I have gained from my personal and professional life that will lead you to success. I do this through multiple platforms to include my website (Leadertank.com) and my two books (Leadership Solved, Daily Fuel for LIFE and LEADERSHIP) which can be found on my website or on my Amazon Author's Page at http://www.amazon.com/Terry-Thompson/.... I look forward to motivating, inspiring, and connecting with each of you.
Sincerely,
Terry Thompson
http://leadertank.com/
I'd like to invite you to my Love, Carry My Bags Cover-Reveal party on Facebook. I have over 30 ebooks/paperbacks from various authors and other prizes to give away over the weekend of May 3 in an event filled with games and fun. https://www.facebook.com/events/24536...
Peter A Darkened Fairytale [Kindle Edition]William O' Brien (Author)
5.0 out of 5 stars - KINDLE edition £1.53!
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Hello. New here. I've been writing various things for many years. I am working on two novels. Both are historical fiction. Here are some links to visit: http://halbird.simplesite.com/193554936 and http://www.facebook.com/JamesHBirdWriter. I just updated the blog and wish feedback. Hope to hear from you!
Thanks.
Hello nice to meet you all. My name is Sheila Quigley I am a british thriller writer. I have 5 books in my Seahills series which starts with Run For Home and 3 in my latest trilogy set on the wonderful Holy island. Thorn In My Side, Nowhere Man and The Final Countdown.The latest review from The New York Journal of Books. Crime noir does not get more powerful than this. totally addictive series.
Hi Folks--My name is Laurence Shames, though I go by Larry. I'm a veteran/survivor of the print publishing world, and I've been very fortunate not to need a day job since 1976. This means I've done a helluva lot of writing! Novels, ghosting, non-fiction, screenwriting, magazine work--you name it. The work I've most enjoyed has been a series of 8 novels--soon to be 9--set in Key West, FL., my former home. The working title of the new book is THE BIG SWIM; it's a mystery-comedy-love story with speedboats, some Mafia, a Hollywood connection, and a small dog. I will post release details when I have them. I'd be grateful to have your support and I look forward to some lively exchanges with the group. In the meantime, I hope some of you will have a look at my website, http://www.LaurenceShames.com. Thanks!
Hi Folks--Thanks for welcoming me into the group. My name is Laurence Shames, though I go by Larry. I'm a veteran/survivor of the print publishing world, and I've been very fortunate not to need a day job since 1976. This means I've done a helluva lot of writing! Novels, non-fiction, ghosting, some screenwriting, lots of magazine work--anything anyone would read. The work I've most enjoyed is a series of 8--soon to be 9--novels set in Key West, FL, my former home. They're usually shelved as mysteries,but I think of them more as character-driven comedies that just happen to have crime/caper plots. Anyway, the new one is called THE BIG SWIM and will be released soon. Details when I have them. I'd be very grateful to have the group's support and I look forward to some lively exchanges with fellow-members. In the meantime, I hope some of you will have a look at my website, http://www.LaurenceShames.com. Thanks!
Hi Larry and congrats! You certainly are accomplished. I want to get there someday. Wish I could have started my writing career years ago, but better late than never. I look forward to reading your books and will check out your website.
My name is Irene Miscione and I'm originally from Long Island NY and living in upstate NY. I started writing at a young age but never really got serious about it until 4 years ago. I write paranormal mysteries, supernatural thrillers, paranormal romance, fantasy, and YA. I have three novels I'm currently working on. My favorite part is beginning a new book, when I create my outline and start my character development. I'm published with the Examiner.com. I write a column in the Syracuse Small Business and Finance section. I'm hoping to get several short stories published too.
Irene wrote: "Hi Larry and congrats! You certainly are accomplished. I want to get there someday. Wish I could have started my writing career years ago, but better late than never. I look forward to reading y..."Laurence wrote: "Hi Folks--Thanks for welcoming me into the group. My name is Laurence Shames, though I go by Larry. I'm a veteran/survivor of the print publishing world, and I've been very fortunate not to need a ..."
Hi Irene--Thanks for the kind words and for your interest in my work. I usually suggest that new readers start with FLORIDA STRAITS, the first book in the Key West series. But if your tastes run to the paranormal you might enjoy THE ANGELS' SHARE, which is partly set in a slightly wacky version of the Afterlife. Love to hear what you think. Good luck with your books!
Sheila wrote: "Hello nice to meet you all. My name is Sheila Quigley I am a british thriller writer. I have 5 books in my Seahills series which starts with Run For Home and 3 in my latest trilogy set on the wonde..."
Sheila wrote: "Hello nice to meet you all. My name is Sheila Quigley I am a british thriller writer. I have 5 books in my Seahills series which starts with Run For Home and 3 in my latest trilogy set on the wonde..."
Welcome Sheila!! Your books look so very interesting!!!!
Sheila wrote: "Hello nice to meet you all. My name is Sheila Quigley I am a british thriller writer. I have 5 books in my Seahills series which starts with Run For Home and 3 in my latest trilogy set on the wonde..."
Welcome Sheila!! Your books look so very interesting!!!!
Laurence wrote: "Hi Folks--Thanks for welcoming me into the group. My name is Laurence Shames, though I go by Larry. I'm a veteran/survivor of the print publishing world, and I've been very fortunate not to need a ..."
Great to have you here Larry! I very highly recommend your "Key West" books. I read them all when they came out. Loved em!! Bert The Shirt is one of my all time favorite characters
Great to have you here Larry! I very highly recommend your "Key West" books. I read them all when they came out. Loved em!! Bert The Shirt is one of my all time favorite characters
Rick wrote: "Laurence wrote: "Hi Folks--Thanks for welcoming me into the group. My name is Laurence Shames, though I go by Larry. I'm a veteran/survivor of the print publishing world, and I've been very fortuna..."Rick, thanks for the kind words and the support. Happy to report that Bert will soon be making another appearance in a new Key West novel, tentatively titled THE BIG SWIM. Currently deciding whether to pursue a print deal or do e-only. So many choices all of a sudden! Please stay tuned...
Laurence wrote: "Rick wrote: "Laurence wrote: "Hi Folks--Thanks for welcoming me into the group. My name is Laurence Shames, though I go by Larry. I'm a veteran/survivor of the print publishing world, and I've been..."
Wonderful Larry!! Just make sure to let us know!! Supporting fellow members is a key tenet of James Mason Group. Always remembered the scene where Bert's little dog is being threatened and the unflappable Bert tears up.. So touching and really made Bert such a multidimensional character
Wonderful Larry!! Just make sure to let us know!! Supporting fellow members is a key tenet of James Mason Group. Always remembered the scene where Bert's little dog is being threatened and the unflappable Bert tears up.. So touching and really made Bert such a multidimensional character
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My name is Yvonne Crowe and I live Downunder in New Zealand. I am now an author after many years of procrastinating and my first novel The Magdalene Conspiracy made #8 in the Movers and Shakers list when published, which was very exciting for me. I have now published two other novels and a third will be published within the next 7 days. Please visit my website and get to know me
http://www.yvonnecrowe.com.