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Introduce Yourself!
William, as long as you've enjoyed it, everything is going.
Hey everyone! :) My name is Ranae and I write red-hot romance. I'm also an avid reader who snaps up books like discounted chocolates. I have diverse reading tastes, but romance is my genre of choice. I have a few published books and more to come. I'm always working on the next one! ;) Reading and writing are my passions and I'm excited to get to know other readers and writers here on Goodreads.I have a website for anyone interested in knowing more about me or my books: www.ranaerose.com
D.B. wrote: "Hi everyone!My name is D.B. Moon, I am a reader and a writer of contemporary romance. My debut novel, SUMMERLAND, will be released through Noble Romance on August 8th, 2011. When not promoting ..."
Hey D.B.! It's nice to meet a fellow romance writer, dog lover and boxing enthusiast! :)
Tarrin wrote: "My name is Tarrin P. Lupo and I am the author of eight books. The one I am best known for is 
. It is currently th..."Wow, what an accomplishment! Congrats and nice to meet you! :)
Kim wrote: "Hi! My name is Kim Brittingham. I wrote a memoir called "Read My Hips: How I Learned to Love My Body, Ditch Dieting and Live Large" which was just published in May. I work in New York City and liv..."Ha ha, Kim, your air freshner dream made me giggle. :) Nice to meet you!
Hi, My name is Renvyle Blake and I have just published a spy thriller called 'The Himalayan Assignment.'It all started when I was on a climbing expedition near Chamonix and I had a chance meeting in a bar! I never imagined I would write, though I love books. I am currently reading Allan Mallinson's On His Majesty's Service. I am a great fan of historical fiction. My website is www.renvyleblake.com
Hello folks,I found this group after responding to Bitsy Bling's request for author interviews. I write a series of mysteries set in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. If you have an opportunity, stop by my website and take a look around. Thanks for reading.
Wayne
www.waynezurlbooks.net
Hello everyone! I do FREE author interviews for my website http://www.spencerbrokaw.comI won't interview you if you write erotica, or anything worse than a YA rating. I love to interview YA authors, so if you're interested email me at brokaw.spencer@gmail.com :)
Hi - I'm an author, but a reader first! And I only discovered this website today (I don't know how I missed it!). Looking forward to hearing from everyone!
Jan wrote: "Hi - I'm an author, but a reader first! And I only discovered this website today (I don't know how I missed it!). Looking forward to hearing from everyone!"Hi Jan,
Welcome. I discover new things on Goodreads all the time. (smile)
Lynn
I'm Nancy, and this group is wonderful. I'm both reader and author. I enjoy poetry and nonfiction and very occasionally, fiction. I have one book listed on Goodreads: The Truth About Butterflies: A Memoir, available in paperback and on Kindle. If anyone is interested in reviewing an electronic copy, please let me know.I'm currently reading Orwell's 1984. I read it in high school, under duress of course, but now with the world views of someone 40 something, I believe it will have more profound meaning.
Hi All,My name is Rick and I own Editio Self-Publishing. http://editioselfpublishing.com/ One of my employees was telling me about Goodreads and saying I needed to try it. This place is great. My web site is dedicated to being the hub of expert information on self-publishing. We hire experts in the field to give the latest info and advice for self-publishers. My number one goal in life is for us all to be able to compete with big publishing houses.
I am so happy to be a part of this group because I love hearing what readers and writers are talking about. I can’t wait to chat with you guys, there are so many great discussions going on. Shoot me an email if you have any questions on self-publishing. My number one goal in life is for us all to be able to compete with big publishing houses.
Rick
Editio Team wrote: "Hi All,My name is Rick and I own Editio Self-Publishing. http://editioselfpublishing.com/ One of my employees was telling me about Goodreads and saying I needed to try it. This place is great. My ..."
Great to have you with us, Rick! Thank you for your willingness to help, hope you enjoy it here!
Emy
My name is Rick and my pen name is R.D.Pittman. My first book New Earth: Project O.N.E. is out in ebook format and the print version just hit Amazon.com, the second book in the series New Earth: The Search for Justice is in for conversion to all ebook formats as of this moment. My website is http://www.rdpittman.com that will tell you a little about me and the books I write.
R.D. wrote: "My name is Rick and my pen name is R.D.Pittman. My first book New Earth: Project O.N.E. is out in ebook format and the print version just hit Amazon.com, the second book in the series New Earth: Th..."Hello Rick! Checked out your website, and you seem to really love what you do, which is what matters the most! I wish you all the luck in achieving your writing dreams!
All my best,
Emy
Emy wrote: "R.D. wrote: "My name is Rick and my pen name is R.D.Pittman. My first book New Earth: Project O.N.E. is out in ebook format and the print version just hit Amazon.com, the second book in the series ..."Thanks Emy,
I feel reborn writing has given me such a great outlet to indulge my creative side that was buried for so many years.
R.D. wrote: "Emy wrote: "R.D. wrote: "My name is Rick and my pen name is R.D.Pittman. My first book New Earth: Project O.N.E. is out in ebook format and the print version just hit Amazon.com, the second book in..."That is amazing. I wish you all the best! : )
Hi all! Glad to be a part of this wonderful group. I am approaching 60, but have been writing since 6! I enjoy mysteries the most -- both reading and writing them. I have 2 out on Amazon at the moment -- Whips, Cuffs, and Little Brown Boxes A Lilly M. Mystery and Oklahoma's Gold , but I also have an alter personality --K. Sean Jennkrist who likes to write YA books! Cinderella Geek and Not So Snow White are two modern fairytale stories. Free copies of Whips, Cinderella, and Snow White are up for grabs in the Goodreads Giveaways right now. Hope you go on over to check them out.
Good luck to all in your writing, and happy reading, everyone!
Hi, I am a YA/SF author, last published in the 1980s but working once again, almost finished with my new novel called "The Sentinel's Son". I hope to be able to contribute to this group and to Goodreads in general. If interested, a book blogger just interviewed me and you can find out more about me there:http://amybethinverness.com/2011/08/1...
Hi There!
Author Jim Baugh here. Just published HOOKED this summer. It has been a joy to work with Solstice publishing and we have been fortunate to get such great newspaper reviews as son as HOOKED was released.
We did a book signing in Hampton last THursday at Victorian Station that was a great success and look forward to more promotional appearances during the fall.
Check out HOOKED< a great summer read that wil put sand on your feet!
JIm Baugh
Author Jim Baugh here. Just published HOOKED this summer. It has been a joy to work with Solstice publishing and we have been fortunate to get such great newspaper reviews as son as HOOKED was released.
We did a book signing in Hampton last THursday at Victorian Station that was a great success and look forward to more promotional appearances during the fall.
Check out HOOKED< a great summer read that wil put sand on your feet!
JIm Baugh
Hello- I'm also a reader first, which means I write the way I like to read. I just discovered goodreads and so far I feel more at home here than I have on any other social network. I'm excited about meeting other readers and writers and discussing what we like and don't like and all the reasons in between. Although I usually write short stories and essays (and one novel I've been working on for six years haha), I just published my first eBook of poetry, 'The Hole Between Mine and Yours,' (free on goodreads and smashwords). The print version will be available by September 1st. If anyone has the time to check it out, I would absolutely love to hear any thoughts about it (especially criticism or 'dislikes' - that's the hardest type to get out of people).
Anywho, I'm open to all genres and can't wait to talk about books with all of you! -Christina
Christina wrote: "Hello- I'm also a reader first, which means I write the way I like to read. I just discovered goodreads and so far I feel more at home here than I have on any other social network. I'm excited abou..."Hello Christina! Welcome to Goodreads. I absolutely love your approach of being a reader first, and writing what you'd love to read, and I couldn't agree more.
I will check out your poetry book later on today. Good luck with all your writing endeavors!
I, too, am going to be self-publishing my first YA book, Color-Gifted, within 2011, and cannot wait. You don't have to check it out if you don't want to, and by no means am I saying this because I will check out yours, but if you'd like to see the first few chapters which I've posted online, you can check them out on my blog.
In any case, I hope you enjoy it here very much, and hope all your writing dreams come true!
With warmth and a smile,
Emy
Hello! My name is Larry Pontius and Iam an author and a reader. Before I retired I was an executive with the Disney company and my first novel was born there. It is Waking Walt, a speculative thriller based upon the legend that Walt Disney never died, but was somewhere in cryonic suspension.My second novel, Future King, which in the process of being published is also based on a legend: when England needs him, KIng Arthur will return from Avalon.
Over time I hope I can introduce the members of this group to both book -- and learn about many others myself.
Regards,
Larry
P.S. The website for Future King just went live at www.futurekingnovel.com.
Hi everyone! My name is Kyle B. Stiff (true story) and I used to review video games for GameFan, Play, and a handful of other web sites. I've just finished a sci-fi "choose your own adventure" book available for Kindle. As the reader, you control the actions of the main character. Be warned: There are a few graphic action sequences!If anyone is interested, you can check out the book here:
http://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Metal-Thu...
And you can check out the blog here:
http://heavymetalthunderseries.wordpr...
Also, I'll give out a Smashwords coupon to anyone who promises to write an Amazon review for Heavy Metal Thunder. Glowing review, hateful review, doesn't matter... honesty is fine, I can take it!
Hi everyone. What a great bunch of readers and writers. Wonderful to see you all here. Look forward to reading your books and finding out more about you all. C.K. Volnek
Larry wrote: "Hello! My name is Larry Pontius and Iam an author and a reader. Before I retired I was an executive with the Disney company and my first novel was born there. It is Waking Walt, a speculative thril..."Hi Larry,
Those are some interesting sounding books. Are listed here on Goodreads?
Lynn
Hi! My two books have been on GoodReads for a while, but I am just now finding these forums. I am a IT person by day, and love to write by night. I write the kind of books I like to read, Sci-Fi / Fantasy mixes. My books are written at a easy to read level and are mostly first person perspective because I feel when I read that it is easier to be immersed in the story from that POV then 3rd.
Right now with grad school starting back up for the fall semester I am a bit concerned on making my time line for release the 3rd book in my series, but the good news is its about 3/4ths done. :)
My website has more details : http://losttalesofpower.com
C.K. wrote: "Hi everyone. What a great bunch of readers and writers. Wonderful to see you all here. Look forward to reading your books and finding out more about you all. C.K. Volnek"
C.K. wrote: "Hi everyone. What a great bunch of readers and writers. Wonderful to see you all here. Look forward to reading your books and finding out more about you all.
C.K. Volnek"
Lynn -- I'm very new to this site. When I figure out how to do it, I'll put both books up.Larry
Lynn -- I just checked and Waking Walt is listed. Future King is still be published. :)Larry
Hello, Am an avid reader of nonfiction and fiction. Glad to have found this topic after being on Goodreads for awhile.
Recently published in the historical fiction genre, a result of becoming very interested in the early Bronze Age of nw Europe and the Isles over the past decade. I lived in Ireland for much of the past decade to travel and research megaliths, ancient mining sites, early seafaring routes, and so forth!
See also the Bronze Age thread topic in the group Historical Info For Historical Fiction Readers, and website www.jsdunnbooks.com .
Larry wrote: "Lynn -- I just checked and Waking Walt is listed. Future King is still be published. :)Larry"
I was about to say, usually if they are on Amazon then they go to Goodreads at some point. If you look under your name on the top right...there is a help 'button' if you into that you can find all kinds of information including how to become a Goodreads Author. I know that Goodreads can be overwhelming at times but I've always found the people behind the scenes quite helpful even if you mess something up...just let them know they'll help you clean it up.
Lynn
P.S. If a book is on Goodreads, you can click on the add book/author feature right above where you type in comments. Then you can look your (or somebody else's) book up to put into the message field. That helps the reader to find the book in question and learn more about it, if they so choose.
Have a great one!
Hello. I'm Rachel Cray, and I write mainly in the erotic romance genre, and self-publish on Kindle, Nook and Smashwords. Most of my books are set either in international law firms or in sleepy English villages. Currently half-way through my eighth novella - due out in mid-September 2011.I live at www.rachelcray.com
My name is Rick and I suffer from writing. It can be a painful condition leading to bruised fingertips and dented foreheads. These are typically the result of untangling plot twists and filling holes in character motivations, which inevitably involves typing furiously with intermittent bouts of banging my head against the desk or wall.I released a middle-grade novel this summer titled THE MAN IN THE CINDER CLOUDS. It's an origins-of-Santa story that can appeal to anyone who has ever believed in Santa Claus.
I like to read books with / to my own kids, who are into everything from Magic Treehouse to Harry Potter. My son just started 4th grade so it's time he started reading Judy Blume!
My favorite authors range from Stephen King to Cormac McCarthy...I have rather eclectic taste.
welcome to the group!Rick wrote: "My name is Rick and I suffer from writing. It can be a painful condition leading to bruised fingertips and dented foreheads. These are typically the result of untangling plot twists and filling h..."
Thanks James, I'm looking forward to getting in on some discussions. I'm fairly new to goodreads.James wrote: "welcome to the group!
Rick wrote: "My name is Rick and I suffer from writing. It can be a painful condition leading to bruised fingertips and dented foreheads. These are typically the result of ..."
Rick wrote: "My name is Rick and I suffer from writing. It can be a painful condition leading to bruised fingertips and dented foreheads. These are typically the result of untangling plot twists and filling h..."I love the description of yourself (so funny because I can relate).
I just put your book on my Goodreads TBR (To Be Read) list.
Lynn
Thanks Lynn, glad to know you can relate to the pain, frustration, and unbridled joy that is writing ;-)Thanks for looking into my book. I have it listed for a give-away (5 copies) through August 31. I just put it up today, so it might not be showing yet. I uploaded 59% of the book as a sample you can read through your browser if you want to take a peek. I think I cut it off at a real strategic cliff-hanger point, so careful if you start into it!
Rick wrote: "Thanks Lynn, glad to know you can relate to the pain, frustration, and unbridled joy that is writing ;-)Thanks for looking into my book. I have it listed for a give-away (5 copies) through Augus..."
Thanks, I tried looking but didn't see what you were talking about...of course I've been known to look right at something and miss it totally.
Have a great one!
Lynn
My name is Meb Bryant. I started reading in the 50s with the Dick and Jane readers. I can't sleep at night without reading, but now I mostly read mysteries, thrillers and suspense novels (and People magazine).I'm also a Goodreads author.
Meb wrote: "My name is Meb Bryant. I started reading in the 50s with the Dick and Jane readers. I can't sleep at night without reading, but now I mostly read mysteries, thrillers and suspense novels (and Peopl..."Hi Meb,
I read Dick and Jane in the 1960s. I love a good mystery...started with Encyclopedia Brown...then Agatha Christie where it really took off then on to Robin Cook and Patricia Cornwell. More recently Dee Henderson (Christian Based Author) who mixes up Romance, Mystery, and Action. Now and then a book my friend finds at the library for me.
I'm also a Goodreads Author.
Lynn
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 Alison Pickrell. I have four books published by OakTara, an online Christian publisher. You can preview my books and watch videos on my website alisonwinfreepickrell.com I am slow to get on social networking sites and am trying to learn how to use them and enjoy them! I do appreciate this group and what it does.
WELCOME, Alison! You came to a goodplace.Larry
Dear readers,We'd like to let you know about our new dual memoir, Double Life: A Love Story from Broadway to Hollywood, which will be published on October 18. Double Life is the story of our 50 year relationship as a gay couple living out in the open (but quietly) in in the 1950s, 60s, 70s and 80s entertainment, business and art worlds, during an era when we were encouraged never to mention our relationship out loud or show up at parties, events, or even the Emmys together (when Norman won for artwork on a TV film Alan produced).
Our book is a tour through an era when when what it meant to be gay was very different than what it means today. At the same time, it's a backstage tour of Mad Men era Madison Avenue advertising, the Hollywood studio scene, and the art worlds of New York City and Los Angeles.
About us:
Alan Shayne retired as President of Warner Brothers Television in 1986. There he was responsible for launching the hit shows Wonder Woman, Dukes of Hazzard, Alice, and Night Court, among others. He began his career in television with David Susskind’s production company, after heading the Broadway casting office for David Merrick. Prior to that, he was an actor on Broadway and in television. http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0790153/
Norman Sunshine is a painter and sculptor whose work is in permanent collections around the country. Earlier in his career, he was a fashion illustrator and Creative Director of the Jane Trahey Agency, where he coined the phrase “What Becomes a Legend Most?” for Blackglama Minks and “Danskins are not just for Dancing.” He won an Emmy for graphic and title design in the 1970s. In 1988, he served as Creative Director of Lear’s Magazine. www.normansunshine.com
We are new to Goodreads but welcome questions from readers about what it was like to write a memoir and to work in the various fields in which we worked. We hope you will visit our Goodreads Page for Double Life to learn more, or visit us at our respective Goodreads Author Pages or at our official publisher page for the book.
Thank you for your time!
Sincerely,
Alan Shayne & Norman Sunshine, co-authors, Double Life: A Love Story from Broadway to Hollywood
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Hi everyone, my name is Emma and I am getting ready to self-publish my first novel in September this year (all being well with the final edit).
I am a voracious reader and like discussing books in all sorts of genres - the only thing I don't read a lot of is non-fiction. I've only been a member of Goodreads for a couple of months but I really enjoy it and hope to have some good conversations with you all about your favourite (and least favourite) books. :)
I am a voracious reader and like discussing books in all sorts of genres - the only thing I don't read a lot of is non-fiction. I've only been a member of Goodreads for a couple of months but I really enjoy it and hope to have some good conversations with you all about your favourite (and least favourite) books. :)
Emma wrote: "Hi everyone, my name is Emma and I am getting ready to self-publish my first novel in September this year (all being well with the final edit). I am a voracious reader and like discussing books i..."
Good luck with your book, I published in July!
Rick wrote: "Good luck with your book, I published in July!"
Thanks, Rick. How is it going for you? The promoting bit seems the hardest part.
Thanks, Rick. How is it going for you? The promoting bit seems the hardest part.
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