Goodreads Authors/Readers discussion
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Hi everyone, my name is Emmanuel Uzoma from Bradford. I am a book writer with four published books including a memoir. I'm also a jewelry professional, owner of Zums Jewelries. I'm here to connect with more readers and fellow authors as well.
I am a children's and Christian author from Shelbyville, IN. I have written the book a Celebration of the American Flag. It is a great book for veterans and devoted patriots.
My name is Dain Taylor. I am a children's book author from Shelbyville, IN. I have written and published four books. My current book, A Celebration of the American Flag, is a must read for all children in the United States of America. It is about the U.S.A flag and what the colors stand for.
My name is TJ Kennedy. I did my undergraduate in creative criting and my graduate studies in literature, with a focus on the devil in Russian literature. I'm working on a few projects (on my profile), but mostly looking forward to getting to know people and joining a community.
Hello my name is Frank Stroscio. I am a retired Electrical Engineer and senior management consultant. I am also a lay demonologist and parapsychologist. On June 29th I published my first book called "Stories Best Told in the Dark" which is a collection of short stories based on my experiences with the aforementioned subjects. I hope that the Goodreads community can give me some good ideas on how to market my book. I love the idea of a community of authors helping one another out.
Hi. I am Yesid Vianchá, from Colombia. I am a chemist, a teacher and nowadays a writer. I am just trying to combine science and literaturre. I know a little ambicious but i love it. I have published two books, if you want too read and coment, that would be great. Futhermore, I have a free download Magazine: sintropia.
Hello, I am Kaylen Soriano, a fantasy author that loves to write when given the opportunity (life is so busy these days). I've self-published two books, my newest release is Scourge Rescinded (the sequel to Curse Entwined).
I also love reading books - especially fantasy! I love digging into mythology, folktales, and other lore as well.
Hello Everyone!I am Suman Siwach, a creative wordsmith who loves chocolates, books, nature walks, conversing with animals and plants in this order. I have been writing a fiction from sometime and hoping to make it up for reads the soonest possible - 'time' though is an illusive identity, I guess! I am from India and really grateful to be in company of people here who share similar interests.
Hello all I’m a newish self published author of a YA fantasy mystery adventure set in Sherwood Forest (Robin Hood’s turf) it’s the first book in the series called Pentagon Pirate Gang; The Secret of the Orchard where 5 children (Lead by 3 girls and 2 boys from different backgrounds) do battle to unearth the powerful life changing secrets that live in the orchards at their school..I love to connect with more authors/writers/readers ..thanks
HiI'm Pat and based in Finland. I just published my first two books this year. A Danish thriller called "Tilda & Lærke" and an Icelandic thriller called "North To Akureyri" set in 2028.
Currently working on a sequel to T&L. When not writing or working I'm biking, kayaking and being out in the Nordic nature.
I just joined Goodreads and am getting inspired by so much creativity in the groups!
https://www.pathalford.com
thanks!
Hello I am Connor. I love reading books like The Hunger Games. Also please follow me
Hello! My name's Miranda and I am both a reader and a writer.Paranormal Romance is my jam, reading and writing, but my work also has Dark Fantasy and Dark Romance elements in it (see the Paranormal Fiction thread as I've already introduced it there).
I'm a big fan of Lizzy Prince and C.C. Hunter and I'd have to say they are the ones that finally gave me the inspiration/motivation to write my own little world (or 3, but I have to finish this first one to get to the other 2).
Greetings, my name is Theresa McEvoy. I love to read, but I have also published a book.I love Fantasy as I love the elves and the characters, but I am also a Star Wars fan.
Hi! My name is Muskan, I'm an aspiring lawyer and a romance writer at heart. After years of writing (and some of them have been pretty awful), I've finally mustered the courage to publish my first novel this week. I haven't been too active on Goodreads, but I've been an avid reader all my life.Would love to connect with you all! :)
Hello, my name is Lisa, I am French and I love the English language. I'd like to improve it more by continuing to read in this language, and share my feelings about the books with other people. I just started to read "The awakening" by Kate Chopin.
Darren wrote: "Hi,I am Darren. I am a musician who decided a few years ago to attempt to write a novel. The task was so daunting, but I ploughed ahead with my idea and pretty soon I had the foundation for my boo..."
Dan wrote: "Darren wrote: "Hi,
I am Darren. I am a musician who decided a few years ago to attempt to write a novel. The task was so daunting, but I ploughed ahead with my idea and pretty soon I had the founda..."
Thanks Dan.
It is good to hear such positivity. I decided to keep going. inspiration came in the most unlikely place.
Hopefully the journey will keep giving me the sense of achievement that the first one did.
Thanks for your kind words.
Darren Frazer
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! I'm Martha Hall Kelly author of Lilac Girls and three other novels. I'm excited to join this group and connect with readers!
Hello,My name is Stanley Witkin. After a long university career publishing academic books and articles, I am excited to have recently published my debut novel, Finding Lenny (Barringer Publishers). I think of it as literary fiction combining thoughtful reflections on contemporary topics within an interesting story. I would be pleased to connect with other authors writing in a similar genre.
I am Seun from Nigeria. I am a first time author. I hope to write more non-fiction stories to foster a love for animals.
Hello to all!I'm Ray Petrolino and I live in Cary, NC, USA with my wife and family and my dog Jake (not just any dog, but a talking bichon with an unfulfilled set of demands).
When I'm not writing MG fantasy novels (well, really just one so far: A Leap into Darkness), I'm listening to my dog (and sometimes my wife); or I can be found working on film sets, playing drums at my house, or playing drums at someone else's house.
Truth be told, I'm completely terrified of Goodreads, as I'm new to it and unfortunately was subjected to conspiracy theories first about it (e.g., "authors barely tolerated" :-)) and the truth later. As I've started to wade in, though, it looks like it's made up of a great (large) group of people who just genuinely love reading (and sometimes, writing).
This group seems like a great idea: happily bringing authors and readers together! Thanks so much for making this happen! 45k members...incredible!
Hello to all of you, hope my name J.O. Logger comes fluently over your lips, ... much better than my real-world name Ulrich Heuser.
J.O. Logger is closest friend of Ulrich cause it's a pen name or pseudonym or alias, just as you like.
Please welcome Jason Oracle Logger as a colonist coming to you from good old Germany. On his ship, leaving the port of Hamburg, he doesn't put a load of colourful glass beads, nor Sauerkraut or Lederhosen to the British Isles. He is a missionary with the works of Joseph Conrad in his luggage. You see him "carrying owls to Athens", as the phrase goes, cause he likes much of British literature and lifestyle - so much that he himself wants to contribute some piece of writing.
Not like the Romans, who (acc. to Conrad) colonised the southern parts of the isles "with brute force, 2000 years ago" J.O. enters with the intent to socialize. He even became member of the honourable scientific "The Joseph Conrad Society (UK)" in 2015, and, recently, managed to be accepted to the Author Program of goodreads.com.
More details are disclosed about J.O. in the specifics of his alter ego, Ulrich Heuser, whom you might find here as well.
Anyway, J.O. is proud to present his first novel to the English speaking audience, denoted by title
"Suspicious: Escape From Homicide Tracing". It belongs to the crime stories genre.
Just search for "suspicious escape" to find it.
Unfortunately, this paperback is not available in your nearby book-store yet. By support of bookprintinguk.com it should show up soon as being on stock at Amazon. In the meantime it can be ordered using the contact given on my web-pages at https://deviation.bplaced.net
Introducing myself as a citizen:
name Ulrich Heuser, male, German nationality, divorced, son aged 26, no church membership, no political party membership, located near port of Hamburg.
as a human being:
same year of birth like Björn Borg (Wimbledon tennis winner) , tallness 6.2ft (1.91m), weight 13.7st (87kg), skin white (Europe), eyes grey-blue, hair blond-grey, fitness medium, health good.
as an economic unit:
university researcher in geophysics, retired software developer, author, self-publisher.
as a social unit:
contacts to people in Germany/Switzerland/England/France/United States/Thailand/Sri Lanka/Dubai/Kenya/Uganda, trials to become a cosmopolitan.
as a cultural being:
novel-writing, audio-play recording, publishing, photography, design, travelling.
as a lover of:
stories of Joseph Conrad, stories of Hermann Hesse, music of genres deep house, psychedelic, ethno, oriental, trance, DJ sets, Burning Man festivals, excellent YouTube videos, a.s.m.
as a follower of:
Jan Blomqvist, Monolink, WhoMadeWho, Cafe De Anatolia, Korolova, Nora En Pure, Tinlicker, Christian LeBlanc, Peter Coulson, a.s.m.
as a believer of:
Solvitur ambulando – move on always, never stop creating.
as a redirector towards:
https://diary.deviation.bplaced.net
Ulrich wrote: "Introducing myself as a citizen:
name Ulrich Heuser, male, German nationality, divorced, son aged 26, no church membership, no political party membership, located near port of Hamburg.
as a hum..."
Well, although it's obvious, I should mention that I am an author on goodreads.com. And my pen name J.O. Logger of course belongs to the same craftsmanship.
The latest piece of writing was mentioned in J.O.'s introduction: it's the crime novel
"Suspicious: Escape From Homicide Tracing"
See also:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6...
Is there anyone who would be willing to help me get started with my first book? I would prefer to work with one individual that could kind of help get me started. I know my story. It is my story. A love story really. I have been told it could be a novel, a memoir, an autobiography, etc. I write best in first person. I can do third person if necessary. I really just need to get someone who is willing to help get me going in the right direction.
Hello, my name is Lorna Fraser, and I'm a retired English teacher. I've been an author for about 10 years to date, writing and basically storing my work on Amazon. I'm now making an effort to promote myself and my work, and I'd really love to get comments and reviews.I authored "Return to Naseberry Hill, the 7th Hill of Kildare" as my personal example of fiction that recounts, creatively, the interrelated journeys and interlocking experiences of Europeans, Africans and indigenous peoples.
The Road
An excerpt from Return to Naseberry Hill by Lorna A Fraser
She walked confidently away from the bus stop at the side of the lonely country road. This is it! She thought, proud of herself for having taken such a crucial step.
.............
The road wound around the white rock face of the hill and she thought she glimpsed something white and shining just beyond.
“It’s nothing,” she said aloud, and she began to recite a line which she had heard attributed to her father although she doubted that he was capable of such profundity of thought.
It went: "As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others. As we are liberated from our own fear, OUR PRESENCE AUTOMATICALLY LIBERATES OTHERS. As we are liberated from our own FEAR OUR PRESENCE AUTOMATICALLY LIBERATES OTHERS. " Louder and louder, each line heaped up the volume on the one which preceded it.
During all this time Winsome was getting closer and closer to the bend, until she was actually in it. There she saw a luminous figure float into the road.
As the thing started coming towards her, her feet automatically began to run.
Run run run, run some more. It was like when she was a child and had been troubled by a dream of herself bitten by the galliwasp that lived in the trash at the back of the house. Somehow, she had to reach water before the creature or she knew that she would die.
This was no different, except that it was a waking dream.
Run run run, run some more.
STOP! The sound reverberated over and over. Stop! Stop! Stoooooooooooooooooooooop!!!!!! Winsome gasped as something touched her and her fear intensified at the thought of coming face to face with an unspeakable horror.
She spun herself around with every muscle taut...But she saw only a young man about her age.
"I was behind you all the way, calling for you to wait for me, but it seems you didn’t hear me -
- And you are...?”
“Sean Gooden. #help #like #water I’m coming in this evening to help Mr. Francis as he said his niece might be coming to stay with him.”
They smiled at each other, and then he placed an arm familiarly around her shoulder. “I’ve never been inside here before,” he said. But since we’re here, let’s explore!”
“Only a little way,” said Winsome.
Hand in hand they went, Sean leading the way, while her heart palpitated, protesting in advance at the horror she was sure awaited beyond the opening.
END OF THE EXCERPT
© Lorna A Fraser
Kingston, Jamaica, 2015, 2018, 2022
'Return to Naseberry Hill is available on Amazon.com.
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Hi all! I'm a writer, professor, queer, disabled, nature-obsessed explorer whose trauma/true crime memoir, No One Crosses the Wolf, has been out for about six weeks now (eeeeep!). Psyched to connect with new authors/readers. <3
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, I'm author T. A. Belshaw from Derbyshire in the UK and I have written books in multiple genres including, children's adventure, noir suspense, Family Saga, Humour Fiction and Golden Age Cosy Crime mysteries. At the moment I am working on a Victorian ghost story, Sad Lisa.
My latest book is once again set in Kent in the UK during 1939. Death at the Lychgate, is the sequel to the cosy mystery, Murder at the Mill, the novel that introduced the feisty amateur sleuth, Amy Rowlings. My other books include the Dual Timeline Family Saga, Unspoken trilogy and a Christmas spin off novel, Hopes and Fears, Thank you for reading.
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:
"I'm Michael Calabrese and I'm happy to be here! My new book, Bracan's Daughter has just been released on Amazon in paperback and as an ebook.
I've been a freelance writer for the last 8 years or so. Most of my work has been on government and foundation grants and requests for proposals from government and private businesses, along with a variety of articles. All of that is okay - but I enjoy fiction MUCH more.
I'm 67 and live in Cincinnati, Ohio with my wife Carolyn and our two cats, Morocco and Leo.
Looking forward to meeting everyone!
Hi! I'm a first time author who has recently published a romance novel on Amazon which is free on KU and alternatively available as a paperback. The blurb of the book is posted below:
Aliya Mirza and Jai Singh were destined as neighbors.
They weren't supposed to become friends.
They certainly weren't allowed to fall in love.
Because once they do, they find themselves embroiled in a tangled web of deceit and betrayal amidst a tumultuous nationwide divide.
Memories blur. Words lose their meaning. Love no longer has a place to stay.
Surviving is the only option. Tormenting the other to death is a decision they make.
After all, with differences this turbulent and hurdles so many, their story is doomed to end in a way they would've never wished for.
An end they inevitably saw coming.
....................................................................
If this is something that interests you, please do let me know. :)
You say it's a romance but your details sound like it's more of a thriller and "love no longer has a place to stay" seems like a doomed romance. Maybe you should reconsider what your genre really is.
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 Ronnie Pastecki. I am new to this group and have been closely reading the digested version of the daily posts. Thanks for sharing your insights. You have addressed so many of my concerns.
I am an avid reader who has almost published my debut novel. The launch date is January 10, 2023.
I was a history major in college many years ago, but I always retained my interest in the subject. I love historical fiction, so when I started doing some geological research on my family, it was a no-brainer to write a novel about my 4th Great-Grandfather, who was a scout at Valley Forge. My novel, Whipponock Creek: The Life and Times of Will Traylor, recounts life in Colonial Virginia from a farmer who reluctantly joins the Patriots in the American Revolution.
Hi everybody! There are thousands of introductions, but still, I joined a book club, so I should say hello! I love to read crime novels like candy. Depending whether I give a 3-star rating or 5 depends on whether I can solve the mystery before the cop and/or detective can solve it. Trying to figure out "who did it" is most of the fun of reading crime novels. I work from Zoom calls which some would mistakenly believe is simpler than working from an office. If you want more information, you can go to my Facebook page!
Hey,I'm Maya, from Israel, at my twenties. Loved reading ever since I was a child. Actually, I have a picture of me reading a book curiously when I was about 2 or maybe 3. When I was about 8, I wrote a short story in powerpoint called "Abigail in the magic cave" that I can't find today. Old computer and stuff. I wrote two full books and another novel I still haven't published (all 3), although the first, that I started writing in my last year of highschool, was in an editing process that did not succeed - even though the editor did say I'm in the right field. I've also Been to a writing course... what else? I enjoy fantasy books and romance. I like historical fiction... that's about it. 🙂
Hello everyone. I am an insatiable reader, and as it is, love writing as well. I just published my book, If There Is No Wind (Human Error Publishing) --a collection of poems. (Look for it on GoodReads!) A retired math educator for 27 years in the public school sector, balancing writing and working was always a challenge, but I never stopped writing. I have published my short stories and poetry in many journals and anthologies. As for my reading habit, I can't believe how much more I can read now that I am retired from teaching. Writing is now my full-time career. Lately, I have been on an Ann Cleeves kick (several mystery series) but will read volumes of poetry in-between with a flavoring of a non-fiction read. Right now I am beginning, Genius of Place: The Life of Frederick Olmsted by Justin Martin. Reading and writing are my happy places. :)
Hi there, my name is Hillary, I'm from New York and while I wish I was a writer, I am just an avid reader! I am a wife and mother, with my children ranging from ages 19 years old down to 3 years old. I spend a lot of time sharing my love of reading with my children, both in reading with and to them, as well as making sure that they see me read. I have great memories of seeing my dad reading, and I know that's a huge reason that I love to read! It's nice to be here.
Hillary wrote: "Hi there, my name is Hillary, I'm from New York and while I wish I was a writer, I am just an avid reader! I am a wife and mother, with my children ranging from ages 19 years old down to 3 years ol..."That is a lovely memory, Hillary.
Hillary wrote: "Hi there, my name is Hillary, I'm from New York and while I wish I was a writer, I am just an avid reader! I am a wife and mother, with my children ranging from ages 19 years old down to 3 years ol..."Welcome hopefully you have a great experience here! All the best with the kids, it's tough to raise young ones in this day and age! If you like a spicy thriller to read try Two If By Sea by Rick McCann getting great reviews on Amazon and there where a lot of great reviews here on goodreads but most have disappeared, they tell me they are working on the issue! All the best!
https://www.amazon.com/Two-If-Sea-Ric...
: "Hi there, my name is Hillary, I'm from New York" for a minute i thought it was the pantsuit monstrosity lolhttps://osintbrief.substack.com
Hello, My name is Doug. I am a newly minted Author. My first book will be published November 13th. I am very excited but apprehensive. Worrying how it will be received. https://www.amazon.com/Guardian-Angel...
I hope you enjoy it as much as I did writing it.
Satis Shroff: I write, lecture and sing English, German and Nepalese songs. Learning the ukelele at the moment. Great fun. I'm also on Meta (FB), Twitter, Insta etc. Sharing yours and mine.Heimatmedaille Baden-Württemberg 2018, Neruda Award 2017, DAAD Prize.
Hello, I’m Pamela Crouch and I’ve just self-published my first book “Tough as Marshmallows” on Amazon. I began my writing career as a freelance content provider after retiring from the manufacturing industry. When I’m not writing, I enjoy painting, crafting, classic car cruse-ins, and fun games of no-points badminton with my family. Tough as Marshmallows is a story about a young window’s struggle to rebuild her life but her stalker has other plans. Can she escape her dark fate? Or, will hers be the next body found?
Available on Amazon in paperback and free on Kindle Unlimited.
Captured by COVID: Deceit, Conspiracy & Death—A True Story
I'm a retired US Air Force veteran. I've been fortunate to have lived/traveled around the globe many times; experienced many cultures; and learned that just because you do something differently, doesn't make it incorrect.
Captured By COVID came about due to my battle with the disease and the therapy I required to deal with PTSD form the events. This book is not a political rant, nor does it promote for or against COVID, masks, or vaccines.
What started out as a visit to the ER with COVID turned into an unimaginable journey that will have you questioning reality. The tales of torture, abandonment, and death are true. Captured by COVID is an emotional rollercoaster that will drag you into my world.
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I am excited to be part of this community! My name is Athene (profile: Athene Z. Adam) and I'm from Canada.
My self-published, debut novel is called Imperious Realm, and it's Book 1 of the Reign of the North Forest series.
Imperious Realm is a futuristic political fantasy and is due for release on November 8, 2022.
I turned my mind to formal publishing only in the last couple of years after writing for fun. Then I realized I wanted to share my imaginary world with the world. :)
Have a lovely week! :)