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[Bo]

Hey Shawn..thanks for the book add. Also, noted you are going to be at the Decatur Book Fair, very cool. I live just outside Atlanta and will try and stop by.

I read your background and saw you've been writing for quite a while. I actually wrote the book as a x-mas gift for my mom back in 2006. Okay, I had a little help from dad since it's not easy typing with these oversized paws I possess. Mom thought it was so cute and funny she sent it out to literary agents and in 2007 signed on with Irene Goodman, then in 2008 I put paw to paper on a contract with Kensington Books.

It's nice to have found this group to connect with other authors, new and experienced. Human and canine...

Let's get this clear right away: I'm a dog.

I'm 1'10" and weigh 63 lbs, and although I'm a mutt on the outside, I'm a purebred on the inside. My good nature comes from the Golden Retriever side of the family, while my stubbornness is clearly from my Chowchow bloodlines. I've got Rastafarian ears, a black tongue for licking, and paws that should be on a dog twice my size.

I type 60 words a minute.

My name is Bo, and this is my story.

If anyone wants to check out my author site it's at http://www.badtothebonememoir.com.

Woof!

[Helen]

Hello I have been a member of Goodreads (and this group) for some time but I don't think I have introduced myself yet.

I'm an author. I write novels and plays and I live in London. Two of my books are Alison Wonderland and Being Light, both first published by Gollancz about ten years ago. I have a blog. Please come and say hello!

I love reading and I'm always interested in book recommendations. I have just finished The City & The City. Before that I read The Princess Bride because several people had recommended it to me. Now I'm reading Hawksmoor.

[Charlotte]

Hi all!

My name is Charlotte Castle I'm an author from West Yorkshire, England. I spotted my own book getting some coverage on this site so I thought I'd check it out. You can find my novel 'Simon's Choice' here: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/86...

Nice to meet you all.

Cx

[Kevin]

Hi, I'm Kevin James Breaux, an award-winning author and artist. I am a member of the Horror Writers Assoc. and the Erotic Authors Assoc. Along with having many short stories published my debut novel, SOUL BORN, an epic fantasy, will be released 11/2010.

Here is the back cover blurb for SOUL BORN.

All Opal wanted was to be respected as a wielder of magic, but her teachers passed her over time and time again. When a mysterious warlord embarks on a conquest to destroy the lands of Illyia Opal seizes an opportunity to step out from the shadows of her instructors and take her rightful spot among them.

Tala, an alluring young elf, was banished from her tribe, hunted and nearly killed by the beasts that dwell in the deep forests, but more than anything else she is a survivor. Joining forces with an ancient elemental power Tala finds herself in the center of an unrelenting human war.

Flesh like leather and bone as strong as steel Karn, a veteran from the first kingdom to fall, is fueled by vengeance. While pushing ever headlong into battle Karn begins to recall memories of another life; ghosts that haunt his dreams.

Through death of soul, their world is born.

Thanks!!!!
Kevin James Breaux

[Anna]

Hi, I'm Anna Goldsworthy, an Australian classical pianist and author. Macmillan are releasing my memoir 'Piano Lessons' on October 12 2010.

[Miriam]

Hello, everyone. Anna, that is exciting. I am a multi-published romance author with books in both e-book and print. Anyone interested can find me at http://www.miriamnewman.com.

[John]

Hey guys,

I'm glad to have found this group. I am a 3rd grade math/ELA teacher in Dallas, TX. I wrote a novel about my first year teaching experiences, and it's number one in the humor category on Amazon. It's called Learn Me Good.

See you all around!

John

[S.L.]

Hi I'm Sabrina, 34, mom, married, Canadian.
I am a huge fan of books reading and writing.
I am in the process of finding an agent right now. finding is mild to say the least. So far after a year, only 3 bites but still not offers. Right now I am reading the series The Immortals by Alyson Noel. It's pretty good, quarter of the way through the last book.
I am a fan of all supernatural stories and I really enjoy writing. My first novel is called -Immortal Island - Spellbound, which is the one I am currently seeking representation for. I have posted a preview of my book on my page.
I add anyone who has the same interests as me whether writing or reading, and i strik up the odd conversation about a book i am reading when someone comments.

Cheers, glad to be here.
Sabrina

[[deleted user]]

Howdy! I'm a full-time corporate security director and part-time writer. A Native Texan, I presently live near Houston with my wife and twin daughters. In addition to reading and writing, my interests include singing, classical music, fine coffee, premium cigars, and computers. Published in 2008, The Legend of Sasquatch is my first novel, and I should publish my second this year. I look forward to participating in this group!


Thanks,
Will Prince
http://www.williamtprince.com

[John]

Sabrina wrote: "Hi I'm Sabrina, 34, mom, married, Canadian.
I am a huge fan of books reading and writing.
I am in the process of finding an agent right now. finding is mild to say the least. So far after a year..."

Hello, Sabrina,

John Lathrop here, author of The Desert Contract and The End of the Monsoon. I read that you're looking for represenation, and I thought I'd give you my two bits of advice--what worked for me.

I looked for agents or an agent who was the agent of some of my favorite authors--and I found two. The first was a total loss, but the second--much classier in every way--was a big hit. I know it's not new advice, bit it's advice that worked for me.

Good luck!

http://jplathrop.net

[Soma]

Hi, my name is Soma. I've just published my first novel - Sammi Ever After - as an ebook. So far so good, couple of reviews in and ppl are happy :) I just hope they actually post them on Smashwords and Amazon.

I live in Bali, Indonesia (I was born here) and have lived in Australia, USA and Europe. I can't seem to stop travelling. :) Nice to meet you all!

[Vincent, Group Founder]

Welcome to the group!

[Sandra]

Welcome, Soma!

[Soma]

Thanks Vincent and Sandra :) If you or anyone has any tips on how to get the word out on a new ebook I'd really appreciate it. I've just released my first novel this week and I feel like I'm drowning! but it's fun. lol

[Maiysha]

Hi my name is Maiysha Clairborne and I've been writer for my entire life. I am a board certified family phyisican and a nationally known speaker and coach and my three books, Be Well On Your Way, Life On Your Terms, and Eat Your Disease Away are available in both Amazon and Barnesandnoble.com. I"m here because I"d love to read the books of other authors and to share experiences on publishing and marketing.

Below are the links directly to the titles on Amazon.com. Feel free to Add me as a friend: Maiysha Clairborne


Life On Your Terms

Be Well On Your Way

Eat Your Disease Away


Blessings!

[Rebecca]

I've been wanting to post here for years and can finally do so. In April 2011 my first book will be released, then another July 2011, Sept 2011 and Oct 2011. So far. Expecting more contracts in the next few months.

I've listed my books in the appropriate categories: YA, Children's Fantasy, Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, Horror

http://yellowhatauthor.com
Rebecca Ryals Russell

[Denise]

Vincent wrote: "Please introduce yourself! Do you write books? Do you just enjoy reading them?

Let us know a little bit more about who you are:"
My name is Denise Bishop and I simply love to read. I am a 4th grade teacher and teach writing. I am starting a website called youngadultnovelnews where readers and authors will be able to read reviews and discuss young adult books. I love young adult books because they help me relate to my students. I average two books per week during the winter months and three to four books a week during the summer months.

[Myne]

Myne Whitman is a pen name. I have lived in Nigeria and the UK and now live with my husband in Bellevue, Washington. I volunteer as an ESL tutor for Hopelink, a local charity. I have worked as a banker, a teacher, a skate-hire attendant and in the civil service before going back to the dream of writing full-time.

I am the managing editor of Naija Stories, a critique website for Nigerian writers. I belong to the Seattle Eastside Writers Meetup and the Pacific Northwest Writer's association. A Heart to Mend is my first novel and I am currently working on another romantic suspense novel to be released in 2011.

[Carol]

Hi everyone! I’m Glenwood “Carol” O’Dell. Author of three science fiction novels in a series with more to come: “Mountain Game” is book one, “Mountain Calling” book 2, and “The Golden City” is book 3. The first story is placed in a real world setting during the 1820s trapping era, in the Northwestern Territory and an alien encounter the turns bloody. I co-authored the first two books with my son Jeremy “Cole” O’Dell. Our pen name on the first two is Carol Cole O’Dell.

[Jan]

Howzit. I’m Jan from Durban, South Africa. I’m an author who gets writer’s block when having to register and learn all the ins, outs and rules on a new website. I need a small child to guide me on how to link my books. I’m going to try listing my books in the appropriate category, but ‘Something to Read on the Plane’ is a compilation of my humorous articles, short stories, malapropisms, agony aunt column, a quiz and some Limericks. Would it be ok to list it under humour and travel? (makes a great gift, too!)
In case I mess up and you never hear from me again, my website is http://just4kix.jimdo.com/
Something to Read on the Plane

[Jeanne]

Hi Jan,

Have you posted a small sample anywhere from Something to Read on the Plane?

[Jan]

Hi Jeanne,
You can read some free chapters on BookBuzzr.
http://soc.li/IChpzqY
I will be putting it up in the humour genre.
Regards
Jan

[Jonathan]

Hi…I’m Jonathan Maberry, a NY Times bestselling author and Marvel Comics writer. My first YA novel just hit the bookstores: ROT & RUIN (Simon & Schuster, hardcover). My website is also my blog (www.jonathanmaberry.com) and I use it to interview my fellow authors (everyone from John Saul and Jonathan Kellerman to Carrie Ryan and James Rollins).

I look forward to joining this community and getting to know you folks.

For those interested, here’s the info on ROT & RUIN:

In the zombie-infested world Benny has grown up in, every teenager must work once they turn fifteen—or they'll lose their food rations. Benny isn't interested in taking on the family business, but he reluctantly agrees to train as a zombie killer with his boring big brother, Tom. He expects a dull job, whacking zombies for cash. What he discovers is a vocation that will teach him what it really means to be human.
As Benny's worldview is challenged again and again by the lessons he learns from Tom, he is forced to confront another horrifying reality: sometimes, the most terrible monsters are the human ones.

Critically acclaimed author Jonathan Maberry crafts a terrifying future vision of the zombie apocalypse, brought to life through the rich emotional struggles of a teenager trying to find his place in a tumultuous new world.

Praise for….. RUIN & RUIN:

"…an action-packed, thought-provoking look at life—and death." --Kirkus Book Review

"A thrilling triumph, full of action, gripping conflict, soul-fullness, gore, solemnity, and hope. A coming of age piece honed in the ashes of the apocalypse." ---Fiendishgly Bookish

"Thrilling, enticing, and surprisingly touching!" --Heather Brewer -Bestselling author of the Chronicles of Vlad

"This is a romping, stomping adventure. Anyone with a pulse will enjoy this novel, and anyone with a brain will find plenty of food for thought inside!" --Michael Northrop -bestselling author of Gentlemen

"George Romero meets The Catcher in the Rye in this poignant and moving coming of age novel set during zombie times." --Nancy Holder -NY Times bestselling author of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel and Pretty Little Devils

"Captured my heart from the first page and refused to let go!" --Maria V. Snyder -multi award-winner and bestselling author of Poison Study

[Alicia]

I'm Alicia! I co-edited/co-compiled and contributed to a Halloween craft title from Quirk Books called Witch Craft!

[Jonathan]

That sounds fascinating...where's it available?

[Alicia]

Jonathan wrote: "That sounds fascinating...where's it available?"

Everywhere! Barnes & Noble, Borders, Amazon, MoMA, etc.

[Jonathan]

I'll go grab a copy.

[Jace]

I'm Jace, no I'm not an author but I enjoy reading the various vampires books, to look at the different styles of the authors.

[Alicia]

Jonathan wrote: "I'll go grab a copy."

Wow, I need to pick up some of *your* titles! There are some "Zombie Kitten" Mary Jane slippers in Witch Craft. :)

[Jonathan]

Alicia wrote: "Jonathan wrote: "I'll go grab a copy."

Wow, I need to pick up some of *your* titles! There are some "Zombie Kitten" Mary Jane slippers in Witch Craft. :)"

Niiiiiiiiiiiiiice!

[Myne]

About Me: Myne Whitman is a pen name. I have lived in Nigeria and the UK and now live with my husband in Bellevue, Washington. I write full time and also volunteer as an ESL tutor for Hopelink, a local charity. I am the managing editor of Naija Stories, a critique website for Nigerian writers. I belong to the Seattle Eastside Writers Meetup and the Pacific Northwest Writer's association. A Heart to Mend is my first novel and I am currently working on another romantic suspense novel to be released in 2011.

My Book: A Heart to Mend narrates a love story and a journey of self-discovery. Newly graduated Gladys moves to Lagos and a new job gradually transitions her into an independent young woman. When she meets Edward, a wealthy businessman, she is cynical of his advances but falls in love with him. Edward is physically attracted to Gladys but is not ready to give his heart. He is haunted by the past of his illegitimate birth and other secrets. Just as he starts to open up, Gladys finds herself embroiled in a plot to take over his business empire. Their happiness is in jeopardy and Gladys has to find a way to prove her innocence. Will Edward trust her enough to give love a chance?

[Jonathan]

Hey, Myne....is your book sold yet? If so, when will it be in stores?

[Terry]

Hi I am Terry Cronin of Melbourne, Florida, and I am promoting my new novel, The Skinvestigator: Tramp Stamp.

The Skinvestigator novels follow the adventures of Doctor Harry Poe, a dermatologist and family man, who finds himself dragged into a murder investigation, and then using his dermatologic expertise helps the police solve the mystery. The Skinvestigator:Tramp Stamp is the first book in a planned Florida noir series called The Sunshine State Trilogy.

The book is currently available on Amazon.com and will soon be available at Barnes & Noble.

http://www.amazon.com/Skinvestigator-...

[Jonathan]

Hey, Terry

[R.C.]

Cave Of Forlorn
Greetings all,
My logical side provides a comfortable living, my creative side allows me to live. My day job is fighting 1's and 0's, my night job is fighting wizards, wolves and all sorts of myriad characters. My first full length novel has been released and reviews are excellent. I am currently working on the sequel. I encourage you to read the book. You will laugh, you will cry, you will love some of the characters and hate others.
Kind Regards,
R.C. Rutter
www.rcrutter.com

[K.G.]

Terry wrote: "Hi I am Terry Cronin of Melbourne, Florida, and I am promoting my new novel, The Skinvestigator: Tramp Stamp.

The Skinvestigator novels follow the adventures of Doctor Harry Poe, a dermatolog..."

Hello, I'm going to try to attend your speaking engagement at Satellite Beach library. I just tagged your book at Amazon.
Kathy

[Terry]

Thanks Kathy!

[J.M.]

Hello all! My name is J.M. Pierce and I am the author of a YA contemporary fantasy called Failing Test. I just finished up a Novella titled Duality that should be out in November, and then I will finish the sequel to FT, hopefully in December.

I'm at work right now so when I have more time I'll browse to get familiar with everyone. For now, take care!

J.M.

[L.v.]

Hello all! I'm Lucas and I love reading. Unfortunately, I haven't had that much time for it recently, as I just moved to another country. Hopefully, I will have more time for reading once I'm settled in.

PS. Sorry for my English but it's not my native language (I'm still wokring on it)

[[deleted user]]

L.v. wrote: "Hello all! I'm Lucas and I love reading. Unfortunately, I haven't had that much time for it recently, as I just moved to another country. Hopefully, I will have more time for reading once I'm settl..."

Welcome! And you did just fine with your English.

[Stephanie]

L.v. wrote: "Hello all! I'm Lucas and I love reading. Unfortunately, I haven't had that much time for it recently, as I just moved to another country. Hopefully, I will have more time for reading once I'm settl..."

Your English is better than some of it's native speakers.

[Tanya]

Hello everyone, My name is Tanya, this is my 1st time posting in this group, I am hoping that I will have more time to read with things slowing down at work and I can read and participate a little more on this site... Everyone enjoy your day.

[Sharon]

Hello all, Sharon here. Author of Hoodoo Money, released by Draumr Publishing in 2008 - and a sequel Mangroves and Monsters released in 2009. Both novels fall under the contemporary romantic suspense genre.

I'm presently working on the third book in this series titled Reparation. For the moment, only HM is available for Kindle and other electronic readers. Both novels are available in trade paperback from most booksellers, and in PDF through Draumr's website...Happy writing - and reading!

Sharon (Cupp Pennington)


Hoodoo Money


Mangroves And Monsters

[Monique]

Hi everyone!

Just wanted to introduce myself and my book. Looking forward to getting to know everyone. :-)


Out of Time

A professor of the occult and his assistant are transported back to 1929 New York City where the underworld of crime is run by the underworld of demons. They struggle to survive the demons and each other until the next lunar eclipse can bring them home.

*waves to Jason*

[Sharon]

Fabulous cover, Monique. Added your novel to my to-read list.

Sharon (Cupp Pennington)

[Monique]

Hi Sharon!

Thank you so much. :-) I hope you enjoy it.

[Karen]

Hi! My name is Karen Cantwell and I'm the author of Take the Monkeys and Run, a humorous mystery featuring soccer mom and movie lover, Barbara Marr. She's just a typical suburban mom living the typical suburban life until some strange happenings in her neighborhood get her intrigued enough to do a little snooping. When she does, she catapults herself and her friends into some major cinema-like action . . . only these bullets are real.


Take the Monkeys and Run

[Brenda]

Hi Karen your book looks really intriguing almost like a hit movie. Plus it's a humorous mystery as well. Really nice I'm going to add it to my to-read list.

[Stephanie]

Monique wrote: "Hi everyone!

Just wanted to introduce myself and my book. Looking forward to getting to know everyone. :-)


Out of Time

A professor of the occult a..."

Sounds cool

[Monique]

Thanks, Stephanie! :)