The Journey Continues...
After surviving all the stress and turmoil of DISNEY/PIXAR basically stealing my Beast World setting, I got my act together, published and had a stupendous launch of my sixth book, WINDY HOLLOW! The campaign went splendidly this Summer with lots of new followers and friends. And, it's been well-received, with smashing reviews, like this latest review of the entire Beast World Series (so far) at Pen and Paper. I plan on promoting the Beast World series again when their movie comes out in March. I really appreciate all the support! Let's hear it for the little guys!
With the Holidays just around the corner, I'm excited to have a couple of events in November. But I'm running out of books! I have to get Pop Travel back up and printing by the end of October. And soon after, Broken Branch Falls, hopefully by the end of the year. It can be done. And since I'm doing it myself, it WILL be done! Gotta stay positive!
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~~ RECENT EVENTS ~~
After recently moving, I found the cutest bookstore. Mulberry Street Books in Lebanon, OH.
And I was right! It was officially named one of the coziest bookstores in Ohio!
The best part: I was able to do a signing there -- which went very well! I met some great folks and sold a bunch of books. Thoroughly enjoyed it and looking forward to more!
They not only promote authors and sell books, but they promote other crafts and classes related to all things bookish or creative. And they brew coffee and sell yummy treats.
I got this adorable handmade ipad cozy while I was there:
Another event I'm excited about is a weekly twitter chat that I started while I was promoting the release of WINDY HOLLOW.
It's called #WEDWRANT -- a midweek gathering of writers/creatives who get together to rant, encourage, and have a few laughs. There's a regular group of us, and we welcome anyone who'd like to join in.
After recently moving, I found the cutest bookstore. Mulberry Street Books in Lebanon, OH.
And I was right! It was officially named one of the coziest bookstores in Ohio!
The best part: I was able to do a signing there -- which went very well! I met some great folks and sold a bunch of books. Thoroughly enjoyed it and looking forward to more!
They not only promote authors and sell books, but they promote other crafts and classes related to all things bookish or creative. And they brew coffee and sell yummy treats.
I got this adorable handmade ipad cozy while I was there:
Another event I'm excited about is a weekly twitter chat that I started while I was promoting the release of WINDY HOLLOW.
It's called #WEDWRANT -- a midweek gathering of writers/creatives who get together to rant, encourage, and have a few laughs. There's a regular group of us, and we welcome anyone who'd like to join in.
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Where I answer commonly asked questions and pass on writerly advice... lately, sharing questions from one of my sweetest fans on Goodreads, she's awesome!
BookwormNerd: What is the most difficult thing about writing about the opposite gender?
Answer: Since I have three sons, writing the opposite gender is not that difficult for me. Though there are gender differences, they are aren’t that important most of the time. Personality is what you want to capture when you’re writing.
My Advice: I know female leads seem under-represented, but I think we are more complicated and harder to write! I recommend writing the characters that come to you. Don't force a female if a male is what comes to mind and vice/versa. I try to keep an equal balance in my books, but males come easier to me. That's one reason I started my Un-Princess series, where the girls are in charge!
BookwormNerd: What is the most difficult thing about writing about the opposite gender?
Answer: Since I have three sons, writing the opposite gender is not that difficult for me. Though there are gender differences, they are aren’t that important most of the time. Personality is what you want to capture when you’re writing.
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What I'm Reading...
This fall will be colorful and eventful!
Hope you enjoy every moment!
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- I'm in the midst of an ARC of NOT GUILTY by C. Lee McKenzie. It's about a teenage boy with high future hopes that are dashed when he becomes the prime suspect in an attempted murder case. It's full of raw emotions he has to deal with, turning his world upside-down. I hope it's got a happy ending!
- Since I've got a deadline, I have to pause reading anything else for the moment.
What I'm Writing...
- I've also paused FARTHER ALONG - though I got some great feedback from my beta readers and another artist working on a cover sketch, but...
- I have to get POP TRAVEL and BROKEN BRANCH FALLS re-published ASAP. I have events coming up!
- Also on hold, GERTRUDE (the Nerdy Princess) UnPrincess novella #4 - Hoping for a February release.
- As soon as I get my previous novels re-published, CONDUCTION, the 4th POP TRAVEL novel is ready for typing. The gang is working on a new method of data storage - in your body! But does that mean someone can control you with the right frequency??
- BEAST WORLD #4 is still in the works, and will hopefully be written up soon... this one stars Gabe's sister Ginny!
Where I'll be...
- No book events, but I'll be busy working to get Pop Travel re-published! So much to do!
- 11/2/19 - 11am-3pm - Gratitude Crop vendor event, Hilton Garden Holiday Inn, Cincinnati. Looking forward to selling some books. I just hope I don't buy more than I sell!
- 11/9/19 - all day - Girls Night Out - Local Author Expo at Mulberry Street Books in Lebanon, OH. A sidewalk sale extravaganza!
- Family will be coming to town - gotta deck them halls!
This fall will be colorful and eventful!
Hope you enjoy every moment!
If you like to read, tweet, and help others--join my STREET TEAM! I treat my team for offering their services and time to sneak peeks, and special swag. Please fill out this FORM if you're interested.
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