I grew up in Houston, Texas, and after a brief stint in New York moved to San Francisco where I programmed a popular midnight film series and manage a troupe of outrageous hippy drag queens called the Cockettes. Trippy Hippy is my third novel.
Mr. Clausen is also the author of three books in non-fiction regarding untold archaeology in Mesoamerica; his Norse connection in Scandinavia; as well as drawing on his experiences in a small leafy country previously at war with itself, called Vietnam.
Writing a book out is such a lonely, uphill climb, that simply getting one out deserves a bottle of champagne. Getting good reviews is very self-affirming, but for me, the most rewarding is hearing from readers. I remember one woman thanked me for my book giving her a respite from a tough emotional time she was having. Another wrote and said one of my books turned her nearly non-reading daughter into a reader. I’ve never been more moved and gratified.
ISO: Romance Book Publishers Writing a romance novel is a thrilling venture filled with passion, plot twists, and the promise of eternal love, where love unfolds in every written word. However, amidst and after this creative process, a crucial decision…
J.D. Taylor is a former high school, adult education and college adjunct history instructor. He has published articles and letters in major newspapers, magazines and won a Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Humanities. J.D. received a B.A. from the University of Maryland, an M. Ed from the University of Virginia and an M.A. from Georgetown University.
As an author, the journey from typing the final sentence to holding your book in your hands is an adventure filled with challenges and triumphs. Amidst the myriad of decisions you’ll make, one question often looms large: “Should I hire a book publicist?” In the ever-evolving landscape of publishing, understanding the role of a book publicist and whether their services align with your goals is crucial. Let’s embark on this literary exploration together.
I’ve been writing poetry for 25 years. Growing up as a gay man in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, watching progress toward equality happen too slowly, poetry has long been a way for me to reconcile the persistent bigotry endemic to small southern towns with who I factually knew my LGBTQ+ peers and myself to be. It’s also a way for me to relate to life in general, celebrating joys, successes and all forms of love and turning failures, pain, loss and all forms of despair into vigils.
Simon Goodridge is a singer/songwriter and first-time author from Fremantle, Western Australia. Active mostly during the 1980s and 1990s, he is seemingly a renaissance man of sorts, thanks to finding his voice again through the written word.
This is my first novel. I’ve done a lot of writing in my career in law and then as an executive for a financial services company, and then over 250 articles in a business blog over a period of several years.
For aspiring authors, navigating the literary landscape can feel like traversing a vast and unfamiliar terrain. Two distinct paths emerge: literary fiction and commercial fiction, each with its own unique characteristics, target audiences, and market dynamics. Understanding the differences between these two categories is crucial for authors to develop their craft, find their niche, and connect with their desired readership.
Karin Gertsch lives with her husband on a Christmas tree farm in a small Massachusetts town. Her travel book, Cape Ann & Vicinity: A Guide for Residents and Visitors, was the first guidebook for this historic area.
Daisy DeMay lives in Illinois with her children and husband of 25 years. She loves sitting and watching the storms roll in. She enjoys reading outside in the warmth of the sun. When she’s not working, she creates stories to share. She has a fascination with the macabre. She approaches everything in life with a mix of passion and logic.
As a writer, the journey from the inception of an idea to the tangible reality of a published book is nothing short of magical. Yet, in the crowded landscape of the literary world, how do you ensure your book stands out, not just as a story, but as a brand? This is where author branding services come into play, acting as the unsung heroes that elevate your work from the shelves to the hearts of readers.
I have heard this a few times and I really hope I hear it more often: “I can’t wait to read the next book so I can find out what happens to Vandar and his comrades.” I am writing to entertain. For the reader to want more means I have struck the right nerve.
Sean Smith has written for a living for four decades, as a journalist and an editor/writer in academia. Transformation Summer is his debut novel. Sean lives in the Boston area, where he is known to haunt Celtic music events and jam sessions, and is trying to get the hang of tenor banjo.
As a writer, there’s nothing quite as thrilling as seeing your words come to life on the pages of a book. But before you break out the celebratory confetti, there’s a crucial step that could make or break your literary masterpiece: hiring an editor. But of course there’s a question that lingers in every author’s mind: How much does an editor really cost, and is it worth the investment?
Christopher Gould is a graduate of Nazareth College of Rochester where he earned a degree in Writing. His first novel, The George Stories, was published in 2019 and went on to be nominated for Central New York Book of the Year. Gould is a teacher by day and a writer by night. He lives in upstate New York with his wife and daughter.
Pete Benson was born in London in 1950. After obtaining a BA in Business Finance he pursued a career in Business. It was not for him, so in 1978 he became a film prop man. He worked on some of the biggest British-made films over the course of 25 years, during which time he started a successful prop hire company in 1984, before retiring in 2007.
As a writer, the journey from the solitude of your writing desk to the expansive world of readers is a thrilling adventure. In this digital age, Facebook stands as a formidable ally for authors seeking to connect with their audience, share their writing journey, and, of course, promote their literary creations. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through the intricacies of harnessing the power of Facebook to build a thriving community of readers.
Cara lives in Northumberland with her wife and menagerie of animals. She is currently working toward her English Literature Degree with The Open University and is also the owner of her own business Earth Soul. Cara was inspired to write Three People, Three Countries, One Path when she turned to spiritual practices due to her ill health. Suffering from Fibromyalgia and Hypermobility Syndrome, her writing provides her with escape and most importantly her dreams. Literature has always been her passion and one she now happily pursues.