[Spotlight Post] Yard Dog Press
Today is Friday. It’s a Spotlight Day. And actually, I’m going to make it a whole Publishing House. There are four days in which to order to have delivery of anything by Christmas. And though this is kinda of last minute — if you’re looking for books for someone who likes science fiction but don’t […]
[Spotlight Post] Jim Butcher – and The Dresden Files
This week’s spotlight post is in honor of a book release this week. Jim Butcher has released the newest Harry Dresden novel, and I don’t get to read it until Jimmy’s finished with it, so don’t worry – no spoilers here. And I’ve got my virtual fingers in my ears for everyone else who’s already […]
[Writer Post] Comfort Zones – Book Shows and Conventions
When you’re a writer, it’s important to take some steps outside your comfort zone. Try a new genre, topic, or length of story, or go to some events that aren’t in your genre. Not only will it stretch you as a writer, you might find some new readers. Genre-specific events are great because the people […]
[Writer Blog] Part 2 – ApolloCon 2012
Now… On to ApolloCon…it was this past weekend. Many of us were doing back-to-back conventions from differing parts of the country, but I think we managed to keep our energy up and going. Actually not paying for it as much this week as I did after SoonerCon, but am glad for a convention break until […]
[Spotlight Post] New Friday Spotlight Posts
Now that the archives are caught up to what’s on the website, I had to come up with an idea for Friday posts. The thought I had this week is a “Spotlight” section. For now, it’s not guest bloggers or interviews – it’s just who/what I’m reading, seeing, being inspired by at the time. I’d […]
[Writing Post] Question for Writers and Readers
When you’re reading books that contain music or poetry as a major element – do you like having song lyrics in there or do you skip over them? Do they add to the experience or take away? Really need to know this. Please weigh in! I need your input!
[Writer Blog] Series Books vs. Sequence Books
Last week I read Texas Gothic by Rosemary Clement-Moore. For a reader of any age who enjoys smart and funny paranormal romance (think more ghosts and demons rather than vampires) I highly recommend Rosemary. When it comes to vampires – you can’t go wrong with Rachel Caine. Both authors are “Young Adult” but (as any […]
[Book Release] I Should Have Stayed in OZ is OUT!
Yard Dog Press’s new anthology—I Should Have Stayed in Oz—is here! Go to http://www.yarddogpress.com/I%20Should%20Have%20Stayed%20In%20Oz.htm and get yours today! (Try this one if the first one doesn’t work http://bit.ly/qTxxuU) This includes my story, “Not in Kansas Anymore”. It will be available in e-book via Kindle in the very near future. Go forth and order today! I’ll […]
[Writing Post] E-Books, Weighing the Possibilities
E-books and e-publishing are here. There’s no denying it. No one knows for sure what the impact is going to be in the future – but there will be an impact. Responsible writers (and I try to be one) should – if not embrace e-publishing – acknowledge it and use it to their advantage. Book […]
[Writing Post] Why Autographings Are Important
There have been articles in the past months (and probably years) about how book signings (mostly as events) are dead or dying ways to get more people to buy books. Now, I normally avoid the Grand Sweeping Statement – but I this time… “Bunk!” Book signings – especially the convention autographing session – are still […]