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Big Week for Indie Writers
In the past week we have learned two significant things concerning the world of publishing; John Locke became the first Indie writer to sell a million ebooks on Amazon, and author J.K. Rowling is set to release her Harry Potter … Continue reading
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Discovering New Authors
I was reading a blog post yesterday about the “positive aspects” of being rejected by agents and editors. This blogger was touting the “growth” that can be experienced by an author by being rejected by the traditional publishing establishment. The … Continue reading
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Upcoming Book Signing Events
On Saturday, December 5th, I will be appearing at the following sites to sell and sign copies of my novel, “Dark Justice.” 11am – 1pm Pecatonica Public Library. 400 W. 11th Street, Pecatonica, IL. 815-239-2616 3pm – 5pm Book World … Continue reading
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Bishop Hill – Authors Event
The “Gathering of Authors” event held in Bishop Hill, Illinois, has been over for a week now and I’m just getting around to writing about it. I am so glad that I was invited to this event, and so glad … Continue reading
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Bishop Hill – Gathering of Authors
Hi All, The “Gathering of Authors” event at Bishop Hill, Illinois is almost upon us. Weekend of October 24th and 25th, noon until 5 PM each day. Please take advantage of this event and come join in the fun at … Continue reading
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“A Gathering of Authors”
I have been invited to attend a literary event in the scenic and historic village of Bishop Hill, Illinois. There will be numerous Midwest authors in attendance, selling, signing and reading from their work. I will be selling and signing … Continue reading
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21st Century Farmer’s Market?
Last weekend, while doing some marketing research, I stumbled across an author named Seth Harwood. Seth has recently gotten a novel published, called “Jack Wakes Up.” I have not read Seth’s book yet, but after reading a bit about Seth, … Continue reading
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Reverse Piracy?
People have been installing illegal copies of software, music, and other digital media since technology has been capable of producing it. No surprise there. However, in case you didn’t hear about it, listen to this one; Amazon Kindle user’s were … Continue reading
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Double-Edged Sword
I remember a TV commercial from a while back where a college professor was telling his class about what it takes to get published, making it sound very hard and complicated. A student interupted and said with the modern technology … Continue reading
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Figuring it all out
Okay – It’s probably obvious that I’m new to blogging. Having to do things twice and three times – if I’m lucky. I’ll get it all figured out eventually. In the meantime, please bear with me. If things seem to … Continue reading
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