Author Interview: Emily Ruhl, Fantasy/Romance
Hello! My name is Emily Ruhl, and I am the author of The Bonds Between Us. This is my debut novel, and the first book in the planned Web of Wyrd trilogy. The Bonds Between Us primarily falls into the genres of romance and fantasy, and although I love writing in these genres (and hope… Continue reading Author Interview: Emily Ruhl, Fantasy/Romance
First Audiobook Now Available
I’m super stoked to announce: I finally have an audiobook! Sugar Pine Holiday is my first title to be published in listen-only mode with Google Play. I’ve used Google’s auto-narration by Madison, a medium tone, gentle voice I think reflects a better version of my book than me reading it myself on Anchor. (I’ve since… Continue reading First Audiobook Now Available
Author Interview: Paul A. DeStefano, Urban Fantasy/ Paranormal Romance/ Dark Fantasy
I’m Paul DeStefano, and I write Dark Fantasy. Riftsiders: Unlawful Possession is the first book of the Riftsiders Series and release 4/18/22. From Planning to Published When did you start writing and why? Author: I’ve been writing as long as I can remember, but professional fantasy writing started in 2004. That was when I was… Continue reading Author Interview: Paul A. DeStefano, Urban Fantasy/ Paranormal Romance/ Dark Fantasy
Author Interview: Roger Stark, Historical Romance/ Biography/ Creative Non-fiction
Roger Stark Historical Romance, WW2, Biography, Creative Non-fiction, Author of: They Called Him Marvin From Planning to Published When did you start writing and why? Author: Several years ago while working as an Addiction Counselor I wrote two how-to books on recovery. I ended up self publishing them and have had a modest amount… Continue reading Author Interview: Roger Stark, Historical Romance/ Biography/ Creative Non-fiction
New Sweet Romance Series: Farmers’ Market Sisters
This is a new series for 2022 featuring seven sisters of Sweet Springs Family Farm set in the Cascade Mountains of Oregon. These sweet and clean romance books progress through a year of holidays from Valentine’s Day to New Year’s Eve. At long novella lengths, they’re quick weekend reads you can easily set aside and… Continue reading New Sweet Romance Series: Farmers’ Market Sisters
Author Interview: Angela D Shelton, Christian/Young Adult
I’m currently writing under my true name, Angela D. Shelton in the Christian Fiction, Young Adult genres. In March, I published Collapse: The Death of Friendship with Two Oaks Publishing, LLC. The second book in the series, Collapse: The Death of Honor should be out by June. From Planning to Published When did you start… Continue reading Author Interview: Angela D Shelton, Christian/Young Adult
Author Interview: Lindsay Payne, Children’s/Fiction/Non-fiction
Lindsay Payne is the author of Children’s picture books and chapter books, non-fiction, and fiction which is her favorite to write. Red Shoes & Wine is published, 99 Red Balloons is in the editing phase and will hopefully be available on Amazon end of February 2022, and she will commence writing The Red Butterfly in… Continue reading Author Interview: Lindsay Payne, Children’s/Fiction/Non-fiction
Author Interview: R. W. Harrison, Supernatural Thrillers
My main genre is supernatural thrillers. My most recent book is Raven’s Temple, published in January 2022, about a serial killer who belongs to a cult that promises immortality. From Planning to Published When did you start writing and why? Author: I began writing seriously in 2011. I had a rough story idea loosely based… Continue reading Author Interview: R. W. Harrison, Supernatural Thrillers
Author Interview: Freya Pickard, Fantasy
I’m Freya Pickard, a Fantasy Author, who’s recently published Fire Daughter. From Planning to Published When did you start writing and why? Author: Stories have always bubbled up inside me and have to be written out. I enjoy the telling of stories and enjoy telling others my stories. I’ve found that if I don’t write,… Continue reading Author Interview: Freya Pickard, Fantasy
Author Interview: Matt Holmes, Non-Fiction
My name is Matt Holmes (Pen Name: Matthew J Holmes) and I write non-fiction books around the topic of advertising for self published authors. My most recent book is The 7 Day Authors Guide To Facebook Ads. From Planning to Published When did you start writing and why? I have been writing blog posts about… Continue reading Author Interview: Matt Holmes, Non-Fiction
Author Interview: Megan Lally, Psychological Thriller & Horror
Hi! I’m Megan Lally, I’m a young adult author who specializes in psychological thriller and horror— all the creepy things that go bump in the night. I’m represented by Mandy Hubbard, at ECLA, and we’re working on edits of my latest manuscript right now, actually. It’s a YA thriller about a girl who wakes up… Continue reading Author Interview: Megan Lally, Psychological Thriller & Horror
Book Review: Falling Through the Weaving by Leia Talon
BOOK REVIEW: FALLING THROUGH THE WEAVING BY LEIA TALON, OUT MARCH 3RD!
Zedger’s Book Cover Animation
I want to give a special shout out and say thanks to Morgan Wright for animating Zedger’s cover. She is a stellar book cover animator and person. She’s also working on her own books and stories. (See more below) I’m working on a short story prequel to the Hybrid Genesis series that will be out… Continue reading Zedger’s Book Cover Animation
Author Interview: Erin Simpson, YA Science Fiction Fantasy
Erin is currently on submission with The Blood Farm and working on a new book called The Blinder. From Planning to Published When did you start writing and why? Author: Like many writers, I’ve been interested in stories since childhood, but I started “seriously” writing about eight years ago How long did it take you… Continue reading Author Interview: Erin Simpson, YA Science Fiction Fantasy
Author Interview: Milan Oodiah, Fantasy
My name is Milan and I write fantasy. I’m currently getting ready to query End of Oblivion, a story full of magic, spaceships, and confrontations with inner demons. Currently I’m trying to find the time to bring another idea to life called And Her Name Is Fury, where Fury has a kill list and the… Continue reading Author Interview: Milan Oodiah, Fantasy
Author Interview: Angela Amberden, YA Fantasy
Hiya! My name is Angela Amberden and I am currently knee deep in the editing mud of my first novel. It is a story about two young women, separated by time but connected by so much more that discover that learning where you’re from, who you are and where you’re going can be magical.… Continue reading Author Interview: Angela Amberden, YA Fantasy
Tips for Book Series Writing
My first book was never supposed to be a series. I’m now on my third series and starting a fourth soon. If you want to save yourself a lot of headache, check out these tips from what I’ve learned about writing series intentionally and unintentionally. Let me also clarify that these series I’ve written are… Continue reading Tips for Book Series Writing
Books that Inspired Zedger
I wrote Zedger’s first draft in two weeks I was that excited. I’ve never written a novel that fast. Until now, I’ve never written a book because it was inspired by another, but Zedger came to me after reading The Fifth Wave by Rick Yancey. It’s been deeply reworked since with influences from other works… Continue reading Books that Inspired Zedger
If I Could Start Over as an Author…
I would have a better plan. I often interact with new writers who are anxious to be authors, and I regularly say the same things. Build your author brand, your author platform, a collection or series of books to release, and a marketing plan… because I wish I had. What I’ve experienced since my first… Continue reading If I Could Start Over as an Author…
Writers: Great Books to Help You Show Not Tell
Fiction thrives on the emotional journeys of characters as much as the physical quests to hunt down murderers, slay a evil kings, or jump across galaxies to rescue survivors of an alien infestation. The way characters talk to one another can open the reader up to characters’ motivations and personalities, or it can push readers… Continue reading Writers: Great Books to Help You Show Not Tell
Author Interview: Amber Clement, YA and MG Fantasy
Hi! I’m Amber Clement and I write YA and MG fantasy. I’m currently querying my upper MG fantasy about magical girls. From Planning to Published When did you start writing and why? Author: Back in elementary school, I loved creative writing assignments. I could never get enough of them, but every time, my story idea… Continue reading Author Interview: Amber Clement, YA and MG Fantasy
Author Interview: Nina Castle, YA Urban Fantasy
Hello! I go by Nina Castle, and I write mostly YA urban fantasy (always with a focus on amour.) I am working on my BOUND BY BLOOD series, in which the love between a fairy girl and human Hunter forces them to reevaluate the legal system which subjugates the fay—and their roles within it. Think… Continue reading Author Interview: Nina Castle, YA Urban Fantasy
Author Interview: Raven Eckman, Dark Fantasy
Hi everyone! I’m Raven Eckman, book editor and author. My debut novel, entitled Shadowspeak, comes out February 23, 2021. I predominately write Dark Fantasy. From Planning to Published When did you start writing and why? Author: I started writing after I read Twilight and wanted something more, something that reflected my thoughts on vampires and… Continue reading Author Interview: Raven Eckman, Dark Fantasy
Author Interview: Nicholas P. Adams, Sci-fi, Fantasy
In writing circles, I go by Nicholas P. Adams. I typically write SciFi, but I dabble in high fantasy. My most recent published work is an anthology I co-edited with my critique group and my current WIP is a futuristic SciFi Thriller/Mystery. From Planning to Published When did you start writing and why? Author: I… Continue reading Author Interview: Nicholas P. Adams, Sci-fi, Fantasy
Author Interview: Joshua Loveday, Literary, Contemporary, & Poetry
My name’s Joshua Loveday. I write literary and upmarket contemporary novels and short stories, as well as the occasional poem. I’m in the beta-reading stage of a character-driven upmarket contemporary novel in which an alcoholic wife must choose between finding sobriety and dealing with her husband’s Alzheimer’s or continuing to drink and miss out on… Continue reading Author Interview: Joshua Loveday, Literary, Contemporary, & Poetry
Author Interview: Laura A. Barton, Fiction & Nonfiction
My name is Laura A. Barton, and I write a mix of fiction and non-fiction. I used to consider myself strictly a fantasy author, and, while the novel that has taken up the bulk of my life is fantasy, I wouldn’t consider myself exclusively a fantasy writer anymore. At this point, I like telling stories.… Continue reading Author Interview: Laura A. Barton, Fiction & Nonfiction
Author Interview: Erynn Crittenden, Poetry
My name is Erynn Crittenden, and my main genre is poetry that explores the darker sides of our nature, though I also dabble in flash fiction, short stories, and professional articles. My poetry collection, By the Bones, is full of monsters and madness. It was recently released and is available on Lulu, Amazon, and Barnes… Continue reading Author Interview: Erynn Crittenden, Poetry
Author Interview: B.B. Reed, Fantasy/Mystery
I am B.B. Reed, a fantasy/mystery author, and my most recent publication was DEMON EYE, book 1 of the Blood Witch Saga. Book 2 is currently in editing and forecasted for release in mid-2021! From Planning to Published When did you start writing and why? Author: I started writing fantasy in middle school after getting… Continue reading Author Interview: B.B. Reed, Fantasy/Mystery
BOOK TOUR STARTS TODAY! THE KISS THAT SAVED CHRISTMAS
I have truly enjoyed writing this book and miss working on it. There’s just something wonderful about that moment where all the pieces suddenly fit together. I hope you’ll have fun reading this book and that the characters will feel as real to you as they do to me. BONUS GIFT #1 TO MY FOLLOWERS:… Continue reading BOOK TOUR STARTS TODAY! THE KISS THAT SAVED CHRISTMAS
BOOK TOUR SCHEDULE: THE KISS THAT SAVED CHRISTMAS
The tour schedule has filled up more than I ever imagined! I just finished doing my interviews and guest posts and am excited for this tour! I loved writing this book and hope you’ll join me in learning a bit about The Kiss that Saved Christmas as well as the work that goes into the… Continue reading BOOK TOUR SCHEDULE: THE KISS THAT SAVED CHRISTMAS
Launch Day #2! Christmas at the Peppermint Inn
A short, holiday novella, this sweet little story was inspired by a recent trip to the mountains of Idaho. We stayed in a cabin at a motel in a small town, perfect for us and the dog. It reminded us of home, of fun holiday traditions, and good times we had as children. I hope… Continue reading Launch Day #2! Christmas at the Peppermint Inn
Launch Day! The Kiss that Saved Christmas is live on Amazon
I feel like I’ve been sitting on this forever, even though it’s only been since July. I love Christmas year-round and am always writing holiday romances. My book tour with The Kiss that Saved Christmas was originally scheduled for November. Something disastrous happened at the agency, and I was pushed back to December. But you… Continue reading Launch Day! The Kiss that Saved Christmas is live on Amazon
Self Pub Book Checklist
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the tasks you need to complete to self-publish your book, and you’re having trouble finding that sticky note with that “thing you were supposed to do…” I’ve compiled a Word document I use as a guide for what to get done to prep my self-published books for launch. It lists… Continue reading Self Pub Book Checklist
AMS Ads and CPC Help for New Authors
So I posted this to one of my lovely FB groups and thought I’d share it here in case anyone is searching for help on this topic. I don’t speak for Amazon. I’m just another writer who’s been trying to understand how to work Amazon ads and was hoping this could help some of you… Continue reading AMS Ads and CPC Help for New Authors
30+ Character Clothing Styles
I haven’t found many straight forward lists available online that cover different styles of dress. I studied this some in college but really wanted to lay it all out in a way that I could compare them in a condensed form. Occasionally, I’ll get an idea for a plot, but won’t know which style, setting,… Continue reading 30+ Character Clothing Styles
Master List of Colors & How They Can Change Reader Interpretation
(Color Charts Below) Though it’s often not the most important part, the right color can invigorate any description. I made these lists for myself, to help me pick color names that were exactly what I was searching for without becoming repetitive. Depending on the content, you might consider selecting recognizable names within a specific category… Continue reading Master List of Colors & How They Can Change Reader Interpretation
Guest Post: Critique Partners – What They Are, Where to Find Them, and How to Make the Best
(Read the post below) Just want to give a quick shout out to Rae at A New Look on Books and thank her for letting me guest post on her website: anewlookonbooks.com She is also a freelance editor and a very kind soul. Twitter: @anewlookonbooks An important goal of critique swapping is getting constructive feedback.… Continue reading Guest Post: Critique Partners – What They Are, Where to Find Them, and How to Make the Best
Fiction Novels: How Creating a Language Can Enhance a Story
I originally wrote this as a guest post for Blogging Authors. You can view it here: https://bloggingauthors.blogspot.com/2020/01/fiction-novels-how-creating-language.html How weird would it be if all aliens spoke English? Or witches and warlocks had no spells? We all know that creating believable characters is a critical component of successful storytelling. As authors, if our works are fantastical,… Continue reading Fiction Novels: How Creating a Language Can Enhance a Story
Wildfire Gets 5-Star Review – Readers’ Favorite
“THE suspense romance to read if you’re looking for something fresh and exciting.” – Tammy Ruggles, Readers’ Favorite (5 Stars) I thoroughly enjoyed writing this book, and it brings me great pleasure to know others enjoy reading it. I hope if you take a chance on this, you’ll let me know what you think! Tammy’s… Continue reading Wildfire Gets 5-Star Review – Readers’ Favorite
Embers: New Book & Why It’s Darker than the First.
I realized it would probably behoove me to explain the reason Wildfire isn’t ALL fun and lighthearted like A Christmas in Montana. (Spoiler alert!) There’s more suspense and mystery in book two, and here’s the reason:
Reblog: Author Interview by The Pulp & Mystery Shelf
You can find the original post here: https://mysteryshelf.com/friday-sf-fantasy-stellar-fusion/ Interview with the Author What initially got you interested in writing? Since I was a kid, I spent free time coming up with new stories, playing out different scenarios with the people and events going on around me. I never really took a serious interest in it… Continue reading Reblog: Author Interview by The Pulp & Mystery Shelf
Reblog: Author Interview with Lori’s Reading Corner
You can find the original post here: http://www.lorisreadingcorner.com/2020/01/interview-virtual-tour-stellar-fusion-by-e-l-strife.html Is there anything in your book you’d go back and change? Since I first published Stellar Fusion, I have changed the beginning of the book. Originally, I was told to avoid prologues. But after publication, the book just felt like it was missing something, a hint of… Continue reading Reblog: Author Interview with Lori’s Reading Corner
Reblog: Author Interview at Sybrina’s Book Blog
You can view the original post here: https://sybrina-publishing.blogspot.com/2020/01/pump-up-your-book-blog-tour-stellar.html Can you tell us a few things about yourself? I’d love to! I’m a self-published author of (currently) four novels. I’m not stopping there! But I actually prefer to be outside, rain or shine. I enjoy bodybuilding, snowboarding, hiking, four-wheeling, camping, gardening, and working on cars. I’m… Continue reading Reblog: Author Interview at Sybrina’s Book Blog
Reblog: 5 Things You Should Know About Stellar Fusion
This post was originally featured on Literarily Speaking. You can view it here: http://literarilyspeaking.blogspot.com/2020/01/5-things-you-should-know-about-stellar.html Stellar Fusion is a blend of science and magic with cyberpunk, apocalyptic and alien elements. It features a military organization that protects all people of Earth, post the Three Hundred Year War. There are no countries, only topographical zones. It follows… Continue reading Reblog: 5 Things You Should Know About Stellar Fusion
Reblog: Interview with The Writers Life eMagazine
I had a great time and am grateful for being included in their ezine! You can find the original interview here: https://thewriterslife.blogspot.com/2019/12/stellar-fusion-author-q-with-el-strife.html Today’s guest is scifi fantasy author E.L. Strife. Her new book is Stellar Fusion (Infinite )Spark Book 1 and she is on a virtual book tour this month with Pump Up Your Book!… Continue reading Reblog: Interview with The Writers Life eMagazine
Book Review: Shattered Glass by Skip Schmidt
Five Stars An extraordinary blend of historical and science fiction… Schmidt’s work delves into past and present day Germany with vivid descriptions and deeply woven political plots. Shattered Glass is full of unexpected twists and suspense that will keep you turning every page. Anyone that enjoys time travel and mysteries, will find this entertaining. A… Continue reading Book Review: Shattered Glass by Skip Schmidt
Book Review: The Teleporter By Lee Hall
Book Review: The Teleporter By Lee Hall (4 Stars) A humorously crass story of a drunkard turned superhero. Hall has created a realistic world in which corporations hold the power and the common man has little control over his own life, until fate elects a portion and hands it over in the form of teleportation… Continue reading Book Review: The Teleporter By Lee Hall
Book Review: Asrian Skies By Anne Wheeler
Book Review: Asrian Skies By Anne Wheeler (4 stars) (Shadows of War Book 1) If you like clean, character-driven, female protagonist Sci-Fi, you will enjoy this! Wheeler has done an amazing job throwing in twists and betrayals like no other. She is a master of interrogation sessions and politics. A perfect blend of easy-to-read sentences… Continue reading Book Review: Asrian Skies By Anne Wheeler
Book Review: Imprint By Nicholas Adams
Imprint By Nicholas Adams (5 stars) If you liked Ex Machina, you will like this. Overview: (spoiler alert) Imprint follows Malcolm as he tries to find a solution for a debilitating and life-threatening side-effect of the synthetic organs he designed. His wife is the last remaining test subject in a world that destroyed itself thinking… Continue reading Book Review: Imprint By Nicholas Adams
Book Review: Deep Cosmos
Book Review: Deep Cosmos by Project Kyle Available on Amazon November 10, 2018 Deep Cosmos follows two main characters, Sophia and Nerd, as they struggle to escape the grasp of Dr. Crimson, Experiment 1, and the lasting effects of the inhumane experiments conducted at Cosmic 5. Nerd has a secret past, buried in betrayal, something… Continue reading Book Review: Deep Cosmos
Review: Rise and Run by R. J. Plant
Rise and Run by R.J. Plant Delightfully engaging and humorous, packed with action… Plant describes the post-apocalyptic world in such vivid detail, you’ll feel like you’re the third consciousness. Rise and Run follows Felix and Conor on their journey to uncovering their past as they struggle within themselves for dominance while simultaneously fighting for their… Continue reading Review: Rise and Run by R. J. Plant
Book Review: The Unity Game
Astoundingly descriptive, beautifully imagined, with unique characters, Meriel will warp your mind, challenge your beliefs, make you wonder, and then want to redefine your understanding of reality.
Stocking Stuffers for Kids
Kids already love this little book. I’ve even been asked to read it to students back home. If you need a stocking stuffer or just a cute holiday read for young kids, A Wet Nose Christmas on Amazon is perfect. It’s paperback and fits inside a stocking, and at $6.99 costs less than the other… Continue reading Stocking Stuffers for Kids
United by Differences
We don’t all have to agree to achieve unity. Balance is the way of most spiritual guides and a basic scientific principle (equilibrium). This means we must have two or more opposing things that ‘reach a common understanding.’ Without sides, without different perspectives, we cannot see the entire picture (of our situations) to make the… Continue reading United by Differences
The Fate of Earth
In our hands sits the future, home, our planet. Following our self-deconstruction, an apocalypse of conflicting opinions that sets us off through three hundred years of unrest, Stellar Fusion arrives. It is my call to you, as soldiers of peace, and civilians for change, however fantastical, (a fun twist). The Shepherds, our guiding soldiers, are… Continue reading The Fate of Earth
Master List of Colors
Though it’s often not the most important part, the right color can invigorate any description. I made these lists for myself, to help me pick color names that were exactly what I was searching for. Depending on the content, you might consider selecting recognizable names within a specific category to supplement your theme.
The Spark
There is nothing more liberating than taking your own path and knowing no one can tear you down or derail your plans unless you let them. Because you’re the boss. If you don’t allow them investment in your life, their words have no clout, and their scoffing remarks become a mere whisper of wind in… Continue reading The Spark
Our Purpose
Like many, I have struggled with discovering my purpose in life, what I can give this world, and what I will find in it for myself. I discovered a simple, generic answer: Humans have a unique gift, and every single person is capable.
Kindness
It doesn’t matter who you are, where you are from, being respectful of differences can bring peace to anyone.
Amy, Elysia, & Sybur Indie Publishing 