Tag: bestselling author

Monday musing

In fiction, concision matters

Lessons learned from journalism By DelSheree Gladden I recently made the transition back into journalism, as an editor this time rather than a writer. In my position, I largely work with newer freelance writers who don’t have a background in journalism and may not have a background in writing at […]

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New Book Announcement

New book! Wraith World

It’s hitting the e-shelves tomorrow: the follow-up to the acclaimed sci-fi space opera, Ghost Star By Roger Eschbacher Galen glanced nervously at the vidscreen. The data scroll showed the unknown ship was holding steady, not getting any closer but not pulling back. “Do you get the feeling they’re playing with […]

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Monday musing , Tuesday teaser

Monday musings: Seb Kirby tests ChatGPT

Open AI’s ChatGPT has been making headlines with some claiming it will take the place of those working in many professions. Yet I’ve also heard it makes errors. So, I tried it out with the request:  Write a biography for Seb Kirby author.  Here’s what came back: Write a biography […]

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Tuesday teaser

Now out! Secrets in the Shadows

The latest bestselling romantic suspense novel By Lucy Appadoo Kim parked nearby and breathed in the fresh, clear air. A smaller car was parked in front of the villa, so she assumed Ricardo was home on a Saturday. She swallowed, taking a deep breath as her hands shook beside her. […]

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Thursday teaser

The shadow in the woods: Amnesia

A Thursday teaser from the romantic suspense bestseller By D.G. Torrens The doorbell startled Cassie. She leapt from her chair and hurried to the door. She peeked through the spyhole and smiled while turning the lock. “Anna!” She welcomed her old friend in. Anna leapt forward and enveloped Cassie in […]

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Monday musing

What’s in a name?

Monday musings from bestselling author Bruce Blake One of the greatest things about being an author is that you have complete control over many elements in your books, and this is especially true for those of us who write fantasy. We not only get to create characters, but magic systems, […]

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Thursday teaser

Thursday teaser: Empires Will Fall

The newest Eva Driscoll thriller hits the shelves tomorrow, February 24. Here’s a sample of the latest action-packed opus by bestseller Alan McDermott Sonny picked up a menu. “I hope they have those burgers that come loaded with pineapple.” Gray stopped browsing and looked at his friend in disbelief. “Seriously?” […]

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Monday musing

Three things I wish I’d known before becoming an author

Monday musings by Raine Thomas I first became a published author on July 24, 2011. I’ll never forget the nerves that shimmied through me before my husband pressed the publish button on Amazon (I couldn’t do it.) It was as though I knew my life would never be the same […]

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Monday musing , Uncategorized

How to choose a title—by design

An author’s path to naming a tale By Lucy Appadoo I chose my novel’s title to be A Life By Design for two reasons.  The first one has to do with my character, Elena who aspires to study fashion design in Milan. It takes a lot of coaxing with her authoritative father, […]

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Why I write—and why I write what I write

A writer’s words for Wednesday By David C. Cassidy I’m a visual person. A creative person. As a photographer, I’m trained to “see” images before I make them. I’m trained to “create” them. For me, writing is equally visual. I see words in my head; entire scenes play out like […]

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