If you once had a collection of Metallica albums or Kurt Cobain posters, then you’ll understand why romance author Christa Maurice writes about rock stars. She admits to being that rare first grader who knew about Black Sabbath and Blue Oyster Cult. (more…)
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How Eavesdropping Led to Audrey King’s Romance Book
Whether it’s in the supermarket or the airport or the dentist’s office, we all eavesdrop. But it’s likely to be a passing experience. Not so for independent writer Audrey King. A conversation she heard in a gift shop combined with the romantic atmosphere of the town where the shop was located inspired her latest romance book, “Love As It Seems.” (more…)
Posted by cindyfazzi on August 28, 2015
https://cindyfazzi.wordpress.com/2015/08/28/how-eavesdropping-led-to-audrey-kings-romance-book/
Author Mae Clair’s “Myth and Magic” Combines Romance and Suspense
In Mae Clair’s latest book, Halloween is scorching hot. “I always wanted to write a tale centered on that holiday,” she said. The result is “Myth and Magic,” a romantic suspense and mystery novel inspired by her childhood fascination about a haunted house in her neighborhood. (more…)
Posted by cindyfazzi on July 1, 2015
https://cindyfazzi.wordpress.com/2015/07/01/author-mae-clairs-myth-and-magic-combines-romance-and-suspense/
Discovering James Salter and the Beauty of “A Sport and a Pastime”
I discovered James Salter’s “A Sport and a Pastime” last year, thanks to my writing critique partner’s recommendation. I don’t know how I missed such a beautiful novel all these years, but better late than never. (more…)
Posted by cindyfazzi on June 22, 2015
https://cindyfazzi.wordpress.com/2015/06/22/discovering-james-salter-and-the-beauty-of-a-sport-and-a-pastime/
Erin Fanning Mixes Myth, Needlework, and Paranormal Romance in “Blood Stitches”
When Erin Fanning was learning how to knit a few years ago, she happened to read an article about an Italian woman who occupied herself by knitting when she got trapped underneath her bed after an earthquake. “The story tumbled around in my brain, somehow intersecting with my interest in Mexican culture,” she said. The result—the paranormal romance, “Blood Stitches,” published by Lyrical Press. (more…)
Posted by cindyfazzi on May 27, 2015
https://cindyfazzi.wordpress.com/2015/05/27/erin-fanning-mixes-myth-needlework-and-paranormal-romance-in-blood-stitches/
Surveys in U.S., U.K. & Canada Show Decline in Authors’ Earnings
If you’re a published author and your name is neither J.K. Rowling nor Stephen King, then the results of three recent surveys will confirm what you probably already know—authors are earning less these days. (more…)
Posted by cindyfazzi on May 18, 2015
https://cindyfazzi.wordpress.com/2015/05/18/surveys-in-u-s-u-k-canada-show-decline-in-authors-earnings/
Small Presses: Three Publishers Welcome Unagented Submissions
Most unpublished writers consider the two obvious publishing paths available—traditional publishing with the Big Five and self-publishing. They should also consider small presses as a viable third path. Harvard Square Editions, Salvo Press, and Split Lip Press are small publishing houses that accept unagented and unsolicited manuscripts. (more…)
Posted by cindyfazzi on April 20, 2015
https://cindyfazzi.wordpress.com/2015/04/20/small-presses-three-publishers-welcome-unagented-submissions/
For Readers & Authors: iAuthor Introduces New Book-Discovery Platform
If you’re a reader or author feeling lost in a sea of Internet noise about books, check out iAuthor, a new platform for discovering books. (more…)
Posted by cindyfazzi on March 18, 2015
https://cindyfazzi.wordpress.com/2015/03/18/for-readers-authors-iauthor-introduces-new-book-discovery-platform/
In Praise of the Here and Now: Top 10 Present-Tense Novels
James Salter’s “A Sport and a Pastime” is a fine example of a present-tense novel.
“September. It seems these luminous days will never end.” This is how James Salter’s 1967 novel, “A Sport and a Pastime,” begins. The unnamed narrator is describing Paris—in the present tense. It made me pause because countless writing workshops, articles, and panel discussions tell us the same thing: Don’t write your novel in the present tense. (more…)
Posted by cindyfazzi on September 17, 2014
https://cindyfazzi.wordpress.com/2014/09/17/in-praise-of-the-here-and-now-top-10-present-tense-novels/
Inkshares: Is the Latest Publishing Model Right for You?
The latest publishing model will publish books through crowdfunding.
What do you get when you combine legacy publishing with crowdfunding? A new model of publishing through Inkshares. It’s called crowdfunded publishing. (more…)
Posted by cindyfazzi on September 1, 2014
https://cindyfazzi.wordpress.com/2014/09/01/inkshares-is-the-latest-publishing-model-right-for-you/
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