Monthly Archives: February 2016

A Leap Paranormal-Scope

Posted on February 29, 2016 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

Today is Leap Day. In some country traditions, it’s the one day where women can propose to men. While I am not qualified in any way to read neither stars nor planets, I am intimately linked to the paranormal in … Continue reading →

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The Long Kiss Goodnight: Saying Farewell to Samhain

Posted on February 28, 2016 by Jenna Jaxon

I was completely shocked on Friday to find a Facebook post/share from one of the most respected of small presses, Samhain, announcing they would be closing their doors within the year. Shock is actually a mild word to what I … Continue reading →

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Why Are Editors Great? Thank you, Cheryl!

Posted on February 27, 2016 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

Why does an author need an editor?  While it is true in the world of self-publishing that an author can do everything themselves, should they?  For everyone working to make the transition from aspiring writer to published author, you need … Continue reading →

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All Aboard for Blog Tours by Stacy Hoff

Posted on February 26, 2016 by stacyhoff

I’ve recently launched my newest release, DESIRE IN THE ARCTIC. In order to promote it I had to do everything  under the sun marketing-wise. Technically, this should have been no big deal for me. After all, ARCTIC is my fifth book … Continue reading →

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Don’t Paint Your Walls Before You Finish The Roof by Heather Novak

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Heather Novak, Author

Many authors, including myself, like to get hung up on one chapter, one paragraph, even one sentence before the book is done.  Here is the best advice I have: build your story like you would a house. 1) You need … Continue reading →

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Pure Luck

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Toni Kelly

I just spent this last weekend in Las Vegas and I have to say I’ve never been a believer of luck or if I have, it has been more of the thought that we create our own look, make our … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready to Play with Vellum Software by Mandy Rosko

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

Since everyone I know or have been talking to as a writer is gushing about how amazing Vellum is, I’ve decided to take the expensive plunge and buy the the full version. I’m bitching about how expensive it is, but … Continue reading →

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A Seedling Paranormal-Scope

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

Something is growing just beneath the surface. Change is right around the corner, but so are new opportunities. While I am not qualified in any way to read neither stars nor planets, I am intimately linked to the paranormal in … Continue reading →

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Trends: The Strong Heroine by Jenna Jaxon

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Jenna Jaxon

  Last week I initiated a new series of posts on my blog, called Book of the Month, in which I’ll choose one of my books to spotlight each Friday during the month. I started with my Georgian/Regency Only Marriage … Continue reading →

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How Do You Pack for A Conference? Packing for Albacon!

Posted on February 20, 2016 by Susan Hanniford Crowley

I’m going to Albacon in Albany, New York which is on March 4-6th.  Why am I packing now? Well, I have different agendas. I’m going as a panelist, and I’m having a reading and book signing. Since I’m driving rather … Continue reading →

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