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Guest Post: 4 Free and Effective Fiction Marketing Ideas

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By Chandler Bolt Did you know that there are almost 50 million books available on Amazon? While that’s great news for readers, it represents a challenge for authors. With so many books vying for attention, how can you make sure yours stands the best chance of success? Marketing is the difference-maker for self-published authors. When carried out the right way, it … [Read more...] about Guest Post: 4 Free and Effective Fiction Marketing Ideas

Resources and Advice for Writers

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There are many types of writing: novels, short stories, articles, technical documents, copywriting, business plans, and the list goes on. Looking for some inspiration or help in your writing career? Here are some programs and pieces of advice from fellow writers. Fiction Writers (and creative non-fiction writers) Thinking about getting an MFA? Then go through New Page's … [Read more...] about Resources and Advice for Writers

Guest Post: Shifting from Writing Literary to Commercial Fiction

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By Tantra Bensko Tantra Bensko is a talented writer and wonderful teacher. In fact, she taught me how to write experimental fiction at UCLA Extension. She is the author of numerous books, including her latest, Glossolalia, a psychological suspense novel that is part of her Agents of the Nevermind series. Below she shares her experiences in her shift from writing Literary to … [Read more...] about Guest Post: Shifting from Writing Literary to Commercial Fiction

The Overlap of Games and Books

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Games and books have a lot in common, especially when it comes to the publishing process. There's also a lot of cool overlap. After all, most games have full narrative stories. And those stories are written by professional writers. Now, game writers can win a Nebula award, from the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, according to GeekWire. Games are great for … [Read more...] about The Overlap of Games and Books

Genres in Publishing

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There's a lot going on in publishing. One really interesting thing to watch is what's happening in different genres. Usually, I think the term "genre" here refers to the big three: romance, sci-fi/fantasy, and maybe thriller/crime. But there's so much more to it. BookNet Canada has been studying popular genres and releasing reports. One report was about cookbooks, which … [Read more...] about Genres in Publishing

Ebook Review: Apocalypse, Diary of a Survivor

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Apocalypse: Diary of a Survivor may be my new favorite book, which means I will now have to read everything author Matt Pike has written or will write. Set in the present day, starting in April 2014, the book follows the life of Australian teenager Jack, just before and after a giant dark comet unexpectedly hits Earth and causes an apocalypse. It's written as a diary, which … [Read more...] about Ebook Review: Apocalypse, Diary of a Survivor

Ebook Review: Apocalypse: Diary of a Survivor 2

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Note: I've stopped accepting books for review. However, Matt Pike is one of my favorite authors, so when he told me he had released a new book, I couldn't help but read and review it (I did end up purchasing a copy). If you're into post-apocalyptic stories, then I highly recommend this series. I’ve been anticipating this sequel since the moment I finished reading book 1 in … [Read more...] about Ebook Review: Apocalypse: Diary of a Survivor 2

An Interview with Eric Lotke, author of Making Manna

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Eric Lotke is the author of Making Manna: Libby Thompson is just fourteen years old when she flees her abusive home with her newborn son, Angel. Now they must build a life for themselves on hard work and low wages, dealing with police who are sometimes helpful—but not always—and a drug dealer who is full of surprises. As Angel gets older, he begins asking questions about his … [Read more...] about An Interview with Eric Lotke, author of Making Manna

Ebook Review: Three (Book 3 of The Godslayer Cycle)

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There is a long wait in between books for each of Ron Glick’s series, but each time so far, the wait has been worth it. Three is no exception. The aptly named third book in the Godslayer Cycle series picks right up where Two left off, with some background information to refresh the reader’s memory. Nathaniel Goodsmith is back home in Oaken Wood, along with the dwarf Bracken … [Read more...] about Ebook Review: Three (Book 3 of The Godslayer Cycle)

Ebook Review: The Novel, Kunzman, the Novel!

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The Novel, Kunzman, the Novel! by Larry Lefkowitz is an in-depth look at the life of an assistant literary critic turned literary critic. The book is rife with cultural references, including poetry, books, movies, and more. The story follows Kunzman, the assistant to a well-established literary critic named Lieberman. Lieberman dies suddenly, but shortly after the funeral, … [Read more...] about Ebook Review: The Novel, Kunzman, the Novel!

Ebook Review: My Life As A Sperm

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At first, My Life As A Sperm: One Man’s Quest to Save the World sounds…well you know how it sounds. But the author William Darrah Whitaker weaves an entertaining, action-packed, humorous tale of Hollywood agent Buddy Price meeting God after a car crash and being tasked with saving the world—and soon. Buddy Price is an outspoken, sarcastic agent who is used to looking out for … [Read more...] about Ebook Review: My Life As A Sperm

An Interview with Khaled Talib, author of Smokescreen

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Khaled Talib is the author of Smokescreen, a suspense thriller published by Typhoon Media about a journalist being set up as an assassin as part of an evil political plot. Purchase your copy at either Amazon or Smashwords. See below for the official book description: At an ancient café in Cairo, two veteran spies plot a covert mission to resolve — once and for all — the … [Read more...] about An Interview with Khaled Talib, author of Smokescreen

An Interview with Freddie Owens, author of Then Like the Blind Man: Orbie’s Story

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Freddie Owens is the author of Then Like the Blind Man: Orbie's Story, a coming-of-age novel about a boy who learns of his family's dark secrets that has been highly rated by Publisher's Weekly, Kirkus, The San Francisco Book Review, and Kindle Nation. You can purchase your copy from Amazon here. See below for the official book trailer and book description from Amazon: If you … [Read more...] about An Interview with Freddie Owens, author of Then Like the Blind Man: Orbie’s Story

An Interview with Nicole Eva Fraser, author of The Hardest Thing in This World

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Nicole Eva Fraser's debut novel, The Hardest Thing in This World, is a story about family, mental illness and the search for hope and meaning in the things that hurt. It was published in October 2013, and here is the official description: Sexy, smart-mouthed Melody Sawyer is an underachiever, a home health care nurse with good intentions and a chip on her shoulder. Her … [Read more...] about An Interview with Nicole Eva Fraser, author of The Hardest Thing in This World

E-Book Review: Blissfire

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I'm excited to announce I'm part of another blog tour and giveaway! This means you can enter a raffle to win a copy of Blissfire (see end of post). Blissfire is a collection of ten short stories, written in a poetic and lyrical way. The author, D.e.e.L., said that he was chasing his own bliss while writing the stories, and it really felt that way. These stories are personal, … [Read more...] about E-Book Review: Blissfire