Category: writing
Delicate Balance
Made more progress on Book 2 today, and it’s definitely going to some very dark places. This time the stakes are even higher, and you’ll learn a lot more about all of the characters. Everyone has something to hide, and as events unfold, they’ll… Continue Reading “Delicate Balance”
Self-Promotion for Introverts
So you’ve written a great book. You’ve had a good editor go through it to make the manuscript the best it can be. You’ve bought a fabulous cover from a graphic artist. You’ve uploaded the book to CreateSpace, Smashwords, Kindle, Nook, Kobo. It’s there,… Continue Reading “Self-Promotion for Introverts”
Character Interview: Claire Marie
What is your name? Do you have a nickname? My name is Claire Marie Hapsburg. At least, that’s my name right now. I’ve had many nicknames. *smiles* What is your hair color? Eye color? I have blonde hair and blue eyes. Who are your… Continue Reading “Character Interview: Claire Marie”
New Orleans World Horror Convention Wrap Up
I spent last week in New Orleans, attending the World Horror Convention. In addition to making some new friends, I also pitched my book and sat in on several great panel discussions that taught me a lot about the market and about genre publishing.… Continue Reading “New Orleans World Horror Convention Wrap Up”
Ma Chère Antoinne live on Amazon Kindle!
The completed Kindle version of Ma Chère Antoinne is now online and available for download. Only $4.99, less than the price of a burger and fries and lots more fun. Vampires, mystery, horror, suspense, romance…it’s all there! Check the video below for reviews of… Continue Reading “Ma Chère Antoinne live on Amazon Kindle!”
Revisions, Revisions, Revisions
I did it! The whole thing is done!! Now the real work begins – fine tuning it until it’s ready for submission. I already completed global edits, reading through it three times to check for plot flow and storyline detail consistency. That leaves proofreadung… Continue Reading “Revisions, Revisions, Revisions”
Editing is Happening…
Just printed my book, all but the last four chapters which are still in process. Starting editing/proof reading today.
I love it when a plan comes together….
Exciting things are happening this week! I’m on a five day staycation, spending my time finishing up my novel. By the end of my time off on Tuesday night, I intend to have the first draft totally completed and be ready for edits. In… Continue Reading “I love it when a plan comes together….”
No Vampires in Pop Culture Feature this Week
This week is hectic in the extreme, but soon the semester will be over and I’ll have a little breathing room to do the things I really need to get done. In addition to finishing Ma Chère Antoinne, I have some reviews to write,… Continue Reading “No Vampires in Pop Culture Feature this Week”
Nook and iBook and Paperback! Oh my! We’re not in Kindle anymore….
I’m formatting the sneak peek for Nook and iBook as we speak. Well, it’s more like I’m waiting for them to verify my sales while I make another pot of coffee and keep hitting the refresh button, but you get the picture. At any… Continue Reading “Nook and iBook and Paperback! Oh my! We’re not in Kindle anymore….”
NEW RELEASE!
Book 3 of The Blood Royal Saga is here!
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