Image from Flickr by jepoirrier Friday was the anniversary of a pretty special occasion for me. On that day, three years ago, I received my first acceptance letter, for a short story called “Eleven Seconds.” I will never forget the moment I … [Continue reading]
What NaNoWriMo Says About Writers
Posted on November 21, 2014 ·
On Saturday I forgot to take my phone to work. With this realization came a flash of near-panic—it was too late to go back, and I couldn't fathom an entire nine hours without checking my email or accessing social media accounts. I knew without a … [Continue reading]
Book Sales and Royalty Statements
Posted on October 31, 2014 ·
“So, how are sales going?” I get this question a lot, along with the more direct “How many books have you sold?” I wish I could tell you. Unfortunately, published authors can’t track their sales in real time. The only indication I have of how … [Continue reading]
Do You See What I See?
Posted on September 26, 2014 ·
When a writer publishes fiction, she understands that her work will be interpreted differently by different people. In his book On Writing Stephen King says, “Description begins in the writer's imagination, but should finish in the reader's.” You … [Continue reading]
Are Blog Tours Worth It?
Posted on September 12, 2014 ·
This summer I embarked on a national month-long book tour, meeting readers from Missouri, Wisconsin, California, Pennsylvania, and several other places. Of course, it was a virtual book tour--or blog tour--so I saved a lot on gas. Still, blog … [Continue reading]
Giveaway! Enter to Win Feather Earrings
Posted on August 13, 2014 ·
Frankie's handcrafted feather earrings from The Fourth Wall have become quite popular! Of course, it was my husband who made them, and I have ONE pair left to give away. To enter the giveaway, just pop your email address into the subscription box … [Continue reading]
Oh, What a Night
Posted on July 11, 2014 ·
Changing Hands Bookstore did a lovely job hosting the launch party for The Fourth Wall, and my friends and family made the event a HUGE success. Over fifty people showed up; there were goodies, giveaways, and some surprise guests whose appearance … [Continue reading]
Thanks, and an Invitation
Posted on June 20, 2014 ·
It's been a wild few weeks, and it's about to get even crazier. So I just want to stop for a minute and say THANK YOU to all of you. I mean it. You guys are amazing. You've showed support by visiting this blog, chatting with me on Facebook and … [Continue reading]
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