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[Johnny]

Hi. My name is Johnny Moscato and I'm a write-aholic. I haven't written anything since my first book The Project which released a couple weeks ago. But it's been tough. I tell you, I feel like I might write again any moment. I've been reading to try to fight the urge to write but it only makes me want to write all the more. I toss and turn all night unable to sleep with many stories bouncing around in my head. Sometimes I think maybe I could write just a chapter or two, but I know it'll just suck me back into that life. I know it's a long road to recovery. I'm just taking it one step at a time.

[Victoria]

Welcome to the group, Dainelle, Kim, Becky, and Johnny!

[Victoria]

Johnny wrote: "Hi. My name is Johnny Moscato and I'm a write-aholic. I haven't written anything since my first book The Project which released a couple weeks ago. But it's been tough. I tell you, ..."

We're here for you, and will understand if you fall off the wagon and find yourself writing again. After all, the urge to write is a very difficult one to ignore.

[[deleted user]]

Hi! I'm Aurelius, and everyone calls me either Aurrie or Rebel Noodle. I am a reader-storywriter-poet combo deal and I love dystopian novels with a burning passion.
My favorite series is the sci-fi Lorien Legacies series by Pittacus Lore, which is the best phenomenon the world has ever encountered and deserves so much more recognition. My favorite color's purple!

I'm kind if a silly noodle type online, but if you read my poems you'll know I have a lot of quiet thoughts that bloom into symphonies. I'll add anyone who wants to be friends, and I already enjoy being in this group! ♡ :D

[Victoria]

Welcome to the group, Aurrie!

[Christopher]

Thank you, Vincent for letting me join Goodreads. My name’s Christopher Tiller and I have recently uploaded my novel, Running Through Still Waters, on Amazon and now the task of trying to get it noticed begins. Writing is something I love, and with all the re-writing and editing which can be time consuming, frustrating, and tiring, I would gladly have this than the self promotion I now have to deal with.
I would be more than grateful if someone here can guide me in putting my book on here so it may get reviews. Also, any advice in getting it noticed would be very much appreciated.

[Elliott]

Elliott Alhadeff

Hi! I'm Elliott Alhadeff. I've recently written and posted my novel "Who Is Clarence McKinsey?"
As you know, reviews are very important to help readers discover new authors and books, so I'm looking for readers interested in receiving a free copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review to be posted on both Goodreads and Amazon.com. Here's what the book is about:

South Central Los Angeles, 1960. Twelve-year-old Clarence McKinsey is imprisoned in the black ghetto with his drug-addicted prostitute mother and his infant sister. His life is a struggle to overcome the treachery of his mother and the threats of the local gangs, while caring for his sister and surviving day-to-day in a culture of poverty, ignorance, and violence.

Then the Geffens, an old Jewish couple--themselves seeking some meaning to their lives--find Clarence scrounging for food and offer him an escape. But now, both their worlds collide.

Just when Clarence thinks his struggles are ending, he finds they’ve only just begun.

Clarence is plunged into a new, unfamiliar battleground--the world of white society. What is expected of him? What rights does he have? What does he have to do to keep from going back to the ghetto?

As Clarence finds the answers, he loses his fears and re-creates himself. But he must still overcome the hurdles erected by those who see him as black, and nothing else. Only when Clarence embraces how he survived the savagery of life in the ghetto does he come to realize his power to conquer what lies ahead.

If you're interested in reading and reviewing the book, please reply to this post or message me with your email address and let me know which ebook format you need (.mobi, .epub, or .pdf). If
possible, I'd like the reviews to be posted by April 30th.

If you enjoy Part 1 of Clarence's story, Part 2 is also available for review.

You can find out more about me and my books at http://www.whoisclarencemckinsey.com.

Thanks for your help! :)
Elliott

[Victoria]

Welcome to the group, Christopher, and Elliott!

[Christine]

WELCOME EVERYONE!

[Hollie]

Hi! I wrote "An Enriching Education," a satirical look at the business of public education in America. I am also a voracious reader. Nice to meet everyone!
Hollie Elkins

I would love to discuss education policy and/or books with other authors & readers.
https://www.facebook.com/authorHollie...
@Hollie_Elkins

[Victoria]

Welcome to the group, Holly!

[Peggy]

Kirsty wrote: "Hi everyone!

I have my first book Soulblade: Forgotten Souls (fantasy) currently crowdfunding through Inkshares:
https://www.inkshares.com/books/soulb...

I..."

Thanks for posting about Inkshares. I had not heard of it before.

[Xiamara]

Hi, I'm Simi one of the S's of S Squared Productions Graphic Art. We bring books to life one cover & video book trailer at a time.
Currently we have added some new services, revamping Author & Book LIKE pages on FB along with creating Author & Book LIKE pages on FB. Check us out!

https://www.facebook.com/SSquaredProd...

[Johnno]

Hi all,
I am Johnno Payne, I am looking to become a good reviewer and a author, too.

I know that a lot of us are looking to get our careers going and am really enthusiastic about all of this.

Please talk to me, especially about genres like fantasy, science fiction, paranormal, and young adult.

I write real life short stories so far. But I'm looking to get into writing about other things. So, Hi!!!!!!!!!!

[K.L.]

Welcome, Johnno!

[Johnno]

K.L. wrote: "Welcome, Johnno!"

Thanks, hoping this becomes something good.

[Mark]

Hi, my name is Mark T Durocher, I'm looking for friends, and a few good readers for my current work, 'Elder Earth.' It's YA, check out my profile if you want to give it a good read, be sure to comment, like, and share. Thank you! :D

[K.L.]

Hi, Anna and Mark! We're happy to have you!

[Victoria]

Welcome to the group, Johnno, Anna, and Mark!

[Johnno]

Victoria wrote: "Welcome to the group, Johnno, Anna, and Mark!"

Thank you!

[Peggy]

Callen wrote: "I can't remember if I introduced myself on these pages back when I first signed up for Goodreads. My name is Callen Harty. I grew up in Shullsburg, Wisconsin and now live in Monona, Wisconsin with ..."

I am interested in your book and will place it on my bookshelf if I can figure out how to do it. I signed up for Goodreads for our book on pet loss, Taking Care of Little Snoogie, but I am also interested in trauma and am working on a book on that topic. I am a psychologist and there are not enough resources for men and survivorship.

[Callen]

Peggy,

You can do a search on the book by title. When the page comes up with the book you should see a green box to the right that says, "Want to Read". Just click that and you should be good to go.

I'm glad to hear you are interested. You are right--there are far too few books on the subject, although that has changed for the better in the last five to ten years.

Yours,

Callen

[[deleted user]]

Hi everyone! Im Yasmina, and thanks for letting me join! Im an author, and I'm getting ready to publish my first book in my Legend's of A'sthy Series. I'm a reader and an author, and I love creating new worlds as much as I enjoy exploring them!

[Joanne]

Elliott wrote: "Elliott Alhadeff

Hi! I'm Elliott Alhadeff. I've recently written and posted my novel "Who Is Clarence McKinsey?"
As you know..."

Hi Elliott
It sounds interesting. I'd be prepared to review it.

[Joanne]

Hi everyone, I'm Joanne from New Zealand.
I like reading but I have to make time for it while working in my own business. I've been reading books by other Indie authors which I consider a privilege because there is so much talent out there.
I've written my own book, "The Kingdom, Here Be Dragons, Here Be Dreams."
It's going to be a challenge to market - being in a unique genre, with a built in bias against the main character (God) and a zero marketing budget! Never mind, I love a challenge.
I'd love people outside the Christian faith to read it. It is a good read, from the reviews my one-of-a-kind book has been getting.
My favourite books on my shelf at home are Tolkien's Lord of the Rings. I was really lucky that the films were produced in NZ and I've been able to visit some of the film locations.
Nice to meet you and I'm looking forward to making some friends on Goodreads.

[Peggy]

Callen wrote: "Peggy,

You can do a search on the book by title. When the page comes up with the book you should see a green box to the right that says, "Want to Read". Just click that and you should be good to g..."

Done. Thanks. My website is drpeggyrothbaum.com. I found yours. Do you have a Facebook page?

[Callen]

Yes, I do. I have a personal one under my name and an author one here: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorCallen...

[Victoria]

Welcome to the group, Yasmina, and Joanne!

[Peggy]

Callen wrote: "Yes, I do. I have a personal one under my name and an author one here: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorCallen..."

Ok. Thanks. I will locate it later today. I will "like" it from my personal page Peggy Sue Brooke, since it is not about animals. If you are an animal lover and care to "like" our page, that would be appreciated. It is Taking Care of Little Snoogie. Also, I am assuming/hoping that I can find other books on male survivorship using your book as a starting point. I have a patient who would be helped by knowing via this avenue that unfortunately he is not alone.

[A.]

Hi, all! My name is Michele Mundy. I am so greatful for this opportunity to be here! As a new author of the self-help book, Supernatural Is Normal: How To Receive Healing, Wholeness and Success, I love all things supernatural because I've experienced it.

When I'm not writing/blogging or reading. I love singing (I have an album out too), teaching music, dancing, eating and traveling.

If there is any help I can provide, please let me know and I'll do my best to help. I will definitely be asking questions as well!

Michele
www.supernaturallynormal.com

[A.]

Michele wrote: "Hi, I am Michele. Bill thought I might enjoy the group. I am an avid reader. And maybe someday when I have the patience to sit at the computer and write I might take a stab at it."
Hi, Michele! Nice to meet you. I'm Michele too! I am a writer more so than a reader, so maybe we can encourage each other.

[Margaret]

Howdy from the glorious Rocky Mountains! I'm Margaret Harlowe, and I'm here more as a writer than a reader -- although I love reading, too. I've just penned and published my very first super-steamy romance:

Hands on the Wheel: A Sinfully Erotic Trucker Romance
http://tinyurl.com/j7er6eu

Find this naughty novel here on Goodreads. I'm offering it in a Goodreads Giveaway right now, too. I hope you'll check it out.

[Rebecca]

Hi, Thanks for the invitation to the group. Like most authors, I'm a reader too. I spent twenty-five years as a traditionally published author and I am now six years into an indie career. I love publishing both ways but mostly I just love writing. My empahsis is thrillers, my most popular book are in The Witness Series. I am currently working on a new crime fiction series (sneak peek here http://bit.ly/1Twmsic). I live in the Los Angeles are, long married to a superior court judge and have two adults sons. Currently I'm reading a non fiction entitled Elizabeth & Mary. Will look forward to being a member.

[Rebekah]

Hi all, I'm Rebekah, 36 and currently living in North Carolina. I'm an author of several romance novels. I'm currently a stay at home wife so I spend all my days working on my self publishing, writing, working on household projects and taking care of my family. Like most people here I am also a reader even if I find it hard to find the time to do so any more. I'm hoping Goodreads will help me find good books for my once a week reading binge.

[Lakeysha]

Hey everyone im keysha author of urban fiction. i currently wrote second to no one 1-3, a different kind of love 1-2 and Alize and Sion. I am also a dedicated reader. i love to read everything.

[Rebecca L]

Hello new members!:)

[Dan]

Hello everyone. I'm Dan Vanderburg, an author of four historical fiction novels and one short story/poetry collection. I'm currently writing a new series in a new genre for me. "Extraordinary Adventure of Max Malone: Tales of Texas" is the first book in a time-travel series aimed at teen/ya audiences.

Although I began writing my first novel in the early '90's, I didn't publish my first novel until I was in my late 60's. You're never too old to start!!

I live in Arlington, Texas near my adult daughters, enjoy going to Texas Rangers games and spend most of my time writing. I look forward to interactions with everyone!

[Jamaluddin]

Serena wrote: "Hi everyone!

I'm Serena Yates and I write gay romance and erotica. So far, two of my novellas have been published. One of them has a full novel sequel which will be released in January. Further bo..."

[Jamaluddin]

https://www.goodreads.com/author/dash...

[Patty]

Hi everyone I am Patty. I am a reader. I love to read anything about witches and vampires. I read other books also but those are my favorite

[Jemima]

Hi there,

I'm Jemima Pett, and I got invited to this group years ago but... well, you know, writing books, promoting them, reading others, blogging, and moderating the Great Middle Grade Reads Goodreads group... and time's too short, isn't it?

So I've now got 10 books to talk about, plus three more as WIPs.

My blog is at jemimapett.com and it feeds onto Goodreads. There's a flash fiction and a book review each week, plus of course news of what I'm up to, and general thoughts and activities.

I live in Norfolk, UK, with my four guinea pigs - somewhere else you may find it says any number up to seven. It all feeds into my writing: aliens with lives much longer than the humans; guinea pigs living in a world without any humans, but where they live in castles and develop flying machines... Oh, the inspiration is endless!

Happy to meet you all and talk about what we like best - books!

[A.C.]

Hello everyone

I am so new to this that if I was a chicken I would still be inside my cosy egg.

I'm an ex British soldier (sniper) who is now currently driving trucks while writing at every opportunity. While I have a military background my passion is fantasy.

It has taken me over 2 years to write my debut book, Eversong, book 1 in a YA dark fantasy trilogy.

I began by scribbling on paper, then when I obtained a smartphone (Blackberry - AGGGHHHH!) I emailed myself and saved the work. Then when my wife bought me a laptop I stepped up a gear.

Eversong is now published on Kindle and book 2, Shadojak will hopefully be out in June.

If anybody has tips for me on how to get my book out there, I would really appreciate any help. And if anyone has questions for me, please ask.

Thank you for taking the time to read this

Adrian

[Lynn]

I retired from my Train Driving job in Nov 2013 after eleven years, therefor I now have time to write.Thank you for welcoming me into your group.

Let us know a little bit more about who you are:"

[Lynn]

Hi All.
I am the Author of two books 'Hope for the future' and 'They came to help us' both are fiction. the first if slightly Christian and the second is a sci-fi clean read. both are suitable for YA.
My WIP is my Mothers Autobiography, I feel people would enjoy reading about this because she had to raise a large Family alone. 'It will be called 'Candles on west parade' I will self publish my new book to enable me to have more control.

[A.C.]

Hello everyone
I'm so new to this that if I was a chicken I would be still inside my cosy egg.

Until a few years ago I was a sniper in the British army, now I live in the Cotwolds with my loving wife, four children and 3 pugs. I truck for a living while writing in my spare time.

I published my debut book, 'Eversong' - book 1 in a YA dark fantasy trilogy, last month. The trilogy is called the 'The daughter of Chaos' and can be found on Amazon. The second book 'Shadojak' is flowing well and the first draft should be finished soon.

I like all genre's and like reading anything with an exciting story with believable characters - I'm not a genre snob.

Hopefully i'll get the chance to 'bandy' words with a few of you while trying to get to grips with being an Indie author.

All the best

Adrian

[Drew]

Hello!

I'm a new self-published author and write under the name Drew Sera. The genre of my work is erotica/romance under the BDSM scope. My book series is called The Everett Gaming Series and book one, "Fragile," was released in November 2015. The second book in the series, "Belonging," is available now for pre-order with a release date of May 3, 2016.

I'm happy to have found this group and look forward to connecting with other authors and readers

Warm regards,
Drew

[Chad]

I am a self-published author from Rhode Island USA who enjoys writing some what satirical science fiction e-books. My Amazon Author Page is below and check out Turtle Rocket Books on Facebook for more information.

http://www.amazon.com/Chad-Descoteaux...

Turtle Rocket Books on Facebook
https://m.facebook.com/turtlerocketbo...

[Mary]

Hi, I'm Mary, live on the Isle of Wight with family and dog. I have slef published two books, one about cult survival partly based on my own experience (Free to Be Tegan) and an anthology of short stories (Catching the Light) . I was a teacher of Deaf children and now my life is writing, walking my dog and looking after my family.

[Laney]

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:"

Hi all, I am Laney Zukerman and it is a pleasure to meet all of you! I have been a Goodreads Author since last year. I love writing self help articles and plan on working on my second book in the near future.

I am the author of "Lessons for an Urban Goddess" a personal growth book, a contributing lifestyle and relationship editor to a number of magazines and an empowerment coach and counselor in private practice. I can be reached at lanedem@gmail.com. You can also contact me at my website and blog at www.laneyzukerman.com. Kudos to all of you for the great work you do!

[Daniel]

Hello everyone,

My name's Daniel Lind. I live in the UK with my wife and two children, but I was born in Sweden. I mainly write flash fiction and short stories, and have had some of them published in various online publications. I've contributed a story to a Steampunk Fairytale anthology that is released on Monday. It's free to download, so please check that out if you're interested in the genre.

Great to be here!