I originally posted this to a closed group on FaceBook. Had a few people say I should share it here, so hope you agree! I've heard from a couple of authors now, who have struggled with either marketing or presenting themselves out in the world. It's interesting in that many authors are introverts at heart, … Continue reading On Creating a Persona
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Changing Gears
Hello! It must be a time of change in my life. So many new and wonderful experiences! Ones I have only dreamed of or completely out of the blue. For years, I was the fan girl. I was the one who would go all nuts over the idea of meeting my favorite authors. Respectful, yes, … Continue reading Changing Gears
One of THOSE moments
Happy Labor Day, everyone! I plan on working on 'Wielder of Tiren' later today. Just have to finish up one or two more things that, if I don't work on them, will fester in my brain and interrupt the plot. The last thing I need to write is dialogue about unloading the dishwasher! LOLThis weekend … Continue reading One of THOSE moments
Insecurity, Thy Name is Author!
Good morning! I hope everyone has a great week.Me? I struggled a little. Okay, more than a little. For a day, I gave into the hopeless insecurity that plagues every author. When sales are low, and you've done a push in promotion without any results, it's hard. It becomes a real struggle to put words to … Continue reading Insecurity, Thy Name is Author!
The Secret Revealed
It's a Sunday night, and I'm relaxing. About to go dive into Arwenna's world and do some more work on book three, and final, book of The Raven Chronicles. We're on vacation, you see. While the bulk of our traveling is now done, we're taking all next week to do small things local to us. … Continue reading The Secret Revealed
Responsibility
It's late on Monday, but I still made it here! It's been crazy busy today. So much going on!Today, I want to talk about responsibility. It's a great concept, but we're in the middle of a shift in thinking. I remember, not to long ago, when the main chorus I heard from a lot of … Continue reading Responsibility
Examining your Goals as an Author
Good morning!We've got a small wilderness area with a river behind us, and the county is working to shore up the levy/create a salmon habitat/make run off areas. While it doesn't directly impact us, the noise and occasional vibrations have made it interesting.I've had a few people tell me later that I inspire them. It's … Continue reading Examining your Goals as an Author
Everyone welcome Mark Iles!
I’d like to say a very big thank you to Kate, who is both a writer that I admire and someone who’s become a good friend. I’m never ceased to be amazed at just how much support writers give to each other, and I have to say that this is one of most rewarding things … Continue reading Everyone welcome Mark Iles!
Last Monday with…BeBe Knight!
It's the Last Monday for June, and you should know what that means by now for my blog. Today, we welcome fellow Solstice Shadows author, BeBe Knight!1. What’s the title of your latest release? Link? My Paranormal-Suspense-Romance, An Element of Time, was released this past September. It’s Book One in my Eternal Flame Series. A vampire … Continue reading Last Monday with…BeBe Knight!
A Matter of Trust
Happy Monday!No, I didn't post last week. Insanity, thy visit in my life was not wholly unexpected but you stayed far longer than I'd anticipated! LOL. Life outside of writing has calmed down again, though, so I'm back at it. I *may* even get forward momentum in a wip this week! LOLThis week, I want … Continue reading A Matter of Trust