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Introducing Yourself

I'm Stephanie, an American living in Sydney, Australia, and a new children's picture book author. I self-published my first book, Wally the Warm-Weather Penguin earlier this year as an ebook and the paperback edition is being released next month.
I've already picked up some great advice browsing through the posts from this group and look forward to being a member!
All the best,
Stephanie
www.stephaniemward.com

I read everything. Bring it on. Nice to be here. :)

A Shade of Mind
A Gathering of Lions and Lambs
A Reckoning of Lions and Lambs
I look forward to meeting all of you.

I am a new author and very new to Good Reads. A friend suggested I join as I have a book out and they felt it would help me reach genuine book lovers. my first book 'The Showman And The Shade'

It is a stand alone novel but has a follow up in the works and at present I plan on three with the possibility of more in the pipeline. It is a ghosts story from the perspective of the ghost, so rather than being scary it is about that next step after we die. I try to also explain various phenomenon that is associated with ghosts or spirits from the spirit (or Shades) point of view. many say they enjoy the dark humour and the twisting plot, as it is a tale of manipulation and revenge.
Like many Indie authors I am learning that writing a good book is half the battle getting people to know it exists is the harder part. Please check it out.

Thanks.

My upcoming mystery, Brownstone Burial, will be out soon. This one takes place in NYC in 1963, prior to the tragedy in November. It is about airline reservation departments. Waves of people left small towns and headed for the big city to seek a better life. My protag also leaves to escape her reputation of associating with the dead. She goes to airline school, and becomes a res agent, but falls in love with those wonderful old buildings, Brownstones. So old, so haunted, and ghosts are so demanding.


My name is Shawn McCarthy and I am in the process of publishing my book Children of the Eugenic Empire, a blend of Dark Fantasy and Science Fiction. I look forward to chatting in the future.


Since this is our first outing, it's great to see how the community of indie authors help promote each other. We've been making friends on twitter with our fellow authors.
The Skallywaggle Tails are an animal band on galactic adventures in a spaceship powered by music!
Our multi-touch iBooks Store release fuels your kids imagination. Six songs and lots of activities for kids of all ages including a playable keyboard.
If we can help you or you can help us let me know. Tweet to us @SkallywagleTail
skallywaggletails.com

I am Lisa C. Miller. I am an inspirational poet. I have writtten two books of poetry so far and am working on my third one.
My family and I live in the beautiful state of Alaska where the spirit of animals and men roam free.
I can be found here:http://www.lisa-womanofthenorth.blogs...
http://royalkees63.wix.com/inspiratio...

Tea Leaf: What Hides Beneath
I look forward to being able to chat with everyone on here.

Find me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/AuthorCaraAd... or connect on Twitter @Cara_Addison





My newest book is just released on Amazon: http://amzn.to/1GNTK6d
It's booklet about Smoothies.

Author Page and Books: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...

Seventh Son

Have a great day everyone.

I'm Jack Barros. I am a Boston area wedding DJ and I have written a wedding ceremony music resource guide.
Thanks for the welcome!

Hello, my name is Sheryl Tidlund and I write and illustrate Children's books for ages 3-6. It is available on Amazon and Barnes and Noble in both paperback and ebook formats. Now comes the hard part of exposure and marketing. This looks like a great group and I am happy to be a part of it. Any tips would be greatly appreciated, thanks.
http://www.amazon.com/Sam-Fly-Sheryl-...
http://www.amazon.com/Sam-Fly-Sheryl-...


I’m a novelist, poet and Grammy® Recording Academy Artist, but a storyteller at heart. My works include the Sci-Fi series “The Devolution Chronicles”, critically acclaimed Soundtracks and the Poetry / Photography series “High Country Haiku”. When I’m not recording with my Indie band Earamas™ or traveling among Native Americans to swap stories, I live in the High Country of Colorado on a ranch with my wife, a Great Doodle named Neli, and the spirit of my shape shifting Great Dane named Raz.

I'm Andy, I'm a writer and creative writing tutor looking for hints and tips on the craft, and ways to help others.
My main way of helping others is through my podcast, The Creative Writers Toolbelt, which offers practical, accessible advice to other writers.
Thanks
Andy

I too am learning about marketing my book.
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

Moonwarriors: Guardians of the Night
2 books so far in my New Adult Young Adult Paranormal Supernatural Dark Fantasy series.
You can read my fourth chapter of my third book that I am writing on now. The website Wattpad is great for writers and readers to join forces. Check it out if your an author or writer. (^_^)
http://www.wattpad.com/myworks/234334...



The books teach essential life skills (basics of Project Management) through fun, full-length novels.
The Ultimate Tree House Project
The Scariest Haunted House Project - Ever!
The Amazing Science Fair Project

I'm so excited to meet other writers who want to strike out on their own.

I'm new to Goodreads. I have already written three books in the Dare to Change Life series (self-help) and am busy writing my fourth book. I self-published them in a mini-book format for my clients and workshops but they have never been available on Amazon. I will only publish the first one in ebook format on Amazon in September, and then the others after that. I have a lot to do in the meantime with regards to establishing my ‘author platform’ and working with social media etc. There is quite a bit more to a book launch than I knew about! Hoping to get some tips from this group.
Thanks for having me.
Best,
Millen
Millen wrote: "Hi Everyone,
I'm new to Goodreads. I have already written three books in the Dare to Change Life series (self-help) and am busy writing my fourth book. I self-published them in a mini-book format f..."
Good morning and welcome, Millen. Tons of writers and ideas here, and opinions. Hopefully you'll be able to pick out just the ones you need. Best of luck!
I'm new to Goodreads. I have already written three books in the Dare to Change Life series (self-help) and am busy writing my fourth book. I self-published them in a mini-book format f..."
Good morning and welcome, Millen. Tons of writers and ideas here, and opinions. Hopefully you'll be able to pick out just the ones you need. Best of luck!
Keith wrote: "Hi! My name is Keith, author of The Poe Consequence. I'm a huge fan of Edgar Allan Poe, obviously. I'm looking forward to meet new friends here! have a great day!"
Hi, Keith! I'm the author of Beyond the Rails, steampunk adventures on the African frontier. The era's right, though the subject is pretty far afield. Anyway, drop by for a look if the curiosity strikes. I'm always glad to welcome a new visitor. In any case, I'm sure you'll have a great time here!
Hi, Keith! I'm the author of Beyond the Rails, steampunk adventures on the African frontier. The era's right, though the subject is pretty far afield. Anyway, drop by for a look if the curiosity strikes. I'm always glad to welcome a new visitor. In any case, I'm sure you'll have a great time here!

I love meeting new people so please feel free to add me as friend on here or send me a message.
Also please check out my Facebook page-https://m.facebook.com/pages/Soulmate...
And follow me on Twitter @nicoledykes87
My first book is

Only 99 cents on Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Soulmates-Nicol...
For more info about the entire series please check out this blog post- https://www.goodreads.com/author_blog...
Thanks so much for taking the time to read this and I look forward to hearing from you!



I'm hoping to network with other authors as I navigate through the process of marketing my work – overwhelming at times!
My links:

www.luannebennett.com
Twitter: @Luanne_Bennett

I'm looking forward to promoting, cross promoting, and expanding the indie experience.
Perhaps the difference between "Advertising and Promoting" can be explained :)
Have the best day - peace and love
Gary
www.SqueakyTails.com

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Once the second volume is out, I'll try to have a giveaway too--or maybe have a two-for-one sale. I'm still new at this, but I'm sure everyone here has been in that situation. Is anyone else here writing a blend of historical fiction and suspense?
Best of luck to everyone here!