Self-Publishing Was a Great Investment For Me
For those considering self-publishing (or even those considering submitting to agents/publishers), check out Joe Konrath's blog. When I finished my first book and sent it out to dozens and dozens of...
View ArticleKindle Unlimited: My Thoughts
When the news came out last week about Kindle Unlimited, I had mixed feelings. For those not aware, Kindle Unlimited (KU) is sort of a Netflix for books. For $9.99/month, Amazon readers can read all...
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Are you a #KindleUnlimited member?
Read a great book in Kindle Unlimited? Are you an author with a great book in KU? Fantastic! Come and share the links with us in the new Facebook group: Kindle Unlimited Facebook Group There are tons...
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New Cover Reveal for The Merry-Go-Round by Donna Fasano
The Merry-Go-Roundby Donna FasanoGenre: Contemporary RomanceRelease Date: December 2, 2009When Lauren divorces her husband, she has one thought on her mind...stepping off the merry-go-round. However,...
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Keyword Changes for Perma-free
I stumbled upon Nick Stephenson's blog post that mentioned how keywords can help with sales and discoverability. I've tried keyword changes before, but never noticed much difference. However, as this...
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Sidelines: Life Between Kickoffs
Like most writers, I have various short stories stashed in files on my computer. Some were written in response to writing challenges or contests and so had to fit some kind of criteria set by the...
View ArticleKindle Unlimited Becoming a Goldmine for Scam Artists
As an author with books in Kindle Unlimited, I'm extremely worried about the scam artists who have sprung up in Kindle Unlimited like dandelions on a warm spring day. If they continue to spread...
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How to Read all of My Books for Free!
And not just my books, but many others. If you sign up for Kindle Unlimited, you get a free thirty day trial. In that time, you can read all the books you want that are enrolled in Kindle Unlimited...
View ArticleWho Needs A Contract?
The other day, I entered a bookstore--a huge bookstore, in fact. The biggest one in the area. I went up to the manager and demanded that they sell my books for me. Not for the price I'd had printed on...
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Apple Pie with Shortbread Crust~Mark Taylor's Favorite Dessert
In the Mark Taylor Series, there are a few instances where Mark is eating or thinking about eating apple pie. So, here's what I think he would consider one of his favorite desserts. Recipe after the...
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Did You Know...? Great deal
I have made No Good Deed free for the next two days (10/24 & 10/25). Now, you might be saying, 'Big deal! Amazon has loads of free books.'Ah, but No Good Deed has received over 230 Five-Star...
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New Audiobook! March Into Madness
Introducing March Into Madness on Audible.com. I can't believe that I now have all of my novels available as audiobooks!Here is the description of March Into Madness: Book Four:After thwarting a...
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Spiritwood, by G.J. Wise (Paranormal Horror)
G.J. Wise already has several short stories available on Amazon in various anthologies, and will be launching first novel, Spiritwood, on December 1st. To celebrate and kick off the launch, he is...
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Beckoning Souls--New Ghost Suspense by J.R. Tate
I'm thrilled to present the latest release by J.R. Tate, Beckoning Souls.Description:Nathan Gallagher doesn’t believe in ghosts. As a fireman, he’s seen his share of dead people, but they never spoke...
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My 50th Birthday Freebie!
It's the big Five-O. Yep. Fifty years ago today, I made my appearance in the world. I could get all philosophical and talk about how wisdom I've gained and how age is just a number. But I won't....
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Free Today! Sidelines: Life Between Kickoffs
Just a short post for a short book. Sidelines: Life Between Kickoffs, is free today! It is a bit of a sampler since it has a little romance, a touch of humor and a dose of angst. Something for...
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The CIA Torture Reports
In light of the recent declassification of the CIA Torture Reports, I've been thinking a lot about the "enhanced interrogation" I depicted in No Good Deed. The more I read of the reports, the more I...
View ArticleExciting Times! Saying Goodbye to Kindle Unlimited...For Now
While I will not be renewing Kindle Unlimited when my books come to the end of their current 90 day term on Jan. 13th, I almost wish I was renewing. You see, after a decrease in December, which I now...
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Thrilling Thirteen II
Are you ready for more thrilling novels? The team of authors that brought you Thrilling Thirteen is back again with Thrilling Thirteen II. All new books, and a couple of authors new to the team.When Ty...
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Playing Around with Cover Designs
I am obsessed with book covers these days and have been teaching myself some basic graphic skills with some free programs (image program: PhoXo, Fonts: Font Squirrel) I am far, far from an expert on...
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