June 2008 Blog Posts (90)

WRDF has a sister site!

You should have received an email announcing the opening of WRDF'S sister site, BETWEEN THE LINES. Check it out and subscribe early. More details concerning activities and opportunities will be announced. This blog will be co-produced by T. J. Killian, Zaynah and myself. Fun events are in the works, so don't miss anthing! Visit and subscribe at http://blog.lyndacoker.net

Added by Lynda Coker on June 13, 2008 at 9:20am — No Comments

Please see my new website

I'd like to extend a warm invitation to everyone to view my new webpage at Books In Sync

Theodocia Mc Lean runs a great service whereby she will create a superb page that features an author's work and is a great marketing and promo tool. She has taken information from all of my other websites and incorporated it into one awesome piece of work.

To view the site, please go to http://www.booksinsync.com/authorsandbooks/porterbrianl.html

Brian…

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Added by Brian L Porter on June 13, 2008 at 3:33am — 1 Comment

It’s Too Darn Hot

Actually, it has finally cooled down today in New England, but with temperatures hitting ninety-eight degrees in early June, it has me thinking about global warming. Add to that filling up my tank this morning at $4.04/gallon and I wonder sometimes how the planet is going to make it. We’re a pretty crunchy-granola part of the country in my little corner and going green is very hip here.

What does this have to do with writing? I’m getting to that, I promise.

So I was… Continue

Added by Kristin Lawrence on June 12, 2008 at 8:55pm — 11 Comments

Excerpt of The Samson Effect

For those of you who are interested in reading an excerpt of my action/adventure novel, The Samson Effect, here it is. Read on to see why New York Times bestselling author Clive Cussler calls The Samson Effect a "first rate thriller brimming with intrigue and adventure." And remember, The Samson Effect is soon to be a major motion picture.

And now....

Hebron, Israel

The fat man’s skin glistened in the noonday sun. Dirty children ran… Continue

Added by Tony Eldridge on June 12, 2008 at 8:13pm — 1 Comment

Win a Free Sony eReader (299.00 value)

The Wild Rose Press is giving away a free Sony eReader at the end of August. It's easy to enter their contest. And if you're looking for a book selection, try my Contemporary Western Romance, Payback in Wayback, Wayback Texas Series. Download is just $3.00. Follow the link to TWRP website, read about the contest, then click on catalog on the left-hand list,… Continue

Added by Lynda Coker on June 12, 2008 at 3:00pm — 5 Comments

House Fire

Hello Everyone

I’m not a hundred per cent, but I felt that I needed to write to you to let you know that I’m still around and that when I wake up in a morning and find that I’m still able to have my cuppa, I’m grateful for another day on this wonderful world.

Well the past month has certainly been eventful for me. First I was informed that my new modernised electric wheelchair will soon be delivered, which is not bad seeing as I’ve only been waiting six months for… Continue

Added by Mike Coatesworth on June 12, 2008 at 10:13am — 2 Comments

Slapstick Is Funny Except...

Something just happened to me tonight that’s a scene right out of a B comedy movie. I went into the half-bathroom to check out the commode. It has been acting up lately and the tank doesn’t fill half the time. But, I figured out that if you jiggle the plastic bulb in back, then it starts to fill. It’s usually fine for a few days after that.

Now, the smart thing to do would be to replace the piece in the tank so that it’s permanently fixed, right? Not me. Every time it starts working… Continue

Added by Tony Eldridge on June 12, 2008 at 1:00am — 3 Comments

I'm celebrating!

Yeehaw!
My blog has topped 400 hits! Wow!
I haven't been writing my blog for very long, so this is exciting news for me. Now, if I can hit 500, I'll really have reason to celebrate.
Stop by and check it out.
lumorgan.blogspot.com

Added by LuAnn Morgan on June 11, 2008 at 2:30pm — No Comments

Book Meme

Found something I thought would be fun to try, with a bit of modification to make it more interesting. Ready? Set? Here we go!

Book Meme:

1. Pick up your favorite book if you’re a reader; if you’re an author, grab your favorite book of all those you’ve written.

2. Open the book to page 123.

3. Find the fifth complete sentence on that page. (Don’t count sentences that began on the previous page.)

4. Starting with that fifth sentence, post the next five… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Delisi on June 11, 2008 at 1:55pm — 5 Comments

Mayra Calvani Virtual Tour Stops at It's Raining Cats and Dogs

Hello and welcome to day eleven of Mayra Calvani’s virtual tour around the blogsphere!

Join Mayra as she tours with her children’s picture book ‘Crash!’

Today Mayra will be stopping at It’s Raining Cats and Dogs. Show her your support by leaving a comment!

Remember, if you leave a comment on any of Mayra’s tour stops, you will be eligible to win a free gift certificate from… Continue

Added by JM on June 11, 2008 at 1:00am — No Comments

SAT ~ KS BOOKSIGNING ~ BE THERE! ;)

Wichita, KS, June 14, 2008

The Barnes & Noble at Bradley Fair located at 1920 N. Rock Road will host authors at their Summer Saturday Book Signing… Continue

Added by Michelle M Pillow on June 10, 2008 at 9:08pm — No Comments

Simple Marketing Tips: Exchange Links

One of the things always on my mind as an author is, "How do I get the message out about my book?" I am very frugal (Okay, maybe tight is a better word), but there are things you can do that don't cost much money. I am not saying that you shouldn't spend money on marketing, but I do want to highlight some cash-free ideas for you. I'll start things off with a tip that has been helpful to me as an author and as a professional internet marketer. Find authors, readers, and anyone else you can to… Continue

Added by Tony Eldridge on June 10, 2008 at 3:00pm — 2 Comments

The Passing Of A Brilliant Man

My brother died yesterday…lung cancer. Four decades and change, is simply not long enough for anyone, let alone one so brilliant. He was one of those people so intelligent as to be a personal burden. Others simply did not “get” much of what he shared freely with them. And he had a roomful of books, CD’s DVD’s and personal writings of the most extraordinary quality containing the broadest of worldviews. He was to (finally) graduate from university this Saturday putting into the mainstream of… Continue

Added by Christine London on June 10, 2008 at 12:00pm — 8 Comments

WED on Raven Radio ~ Renata from The Gathering Space

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Please Remember, Raven Radio is now on it's evening schedule

11PM - 12AM EST

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Paranormal authors Mandy M Roth and Michelle M Pillow talk books, industry, paranormal, and take reader calls. Today's guest is Renata from The…

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Added by Michelle M Pillow on June 10, 2008 at 2:00am — No Comments

Mayra Calvani Virtual Tour Stops at Dogs Rule, Cats Drool

Hello and welcome to day ten of Mayra Calvani’s virtual tour around the blogsphere!

Join Mayra as she tours with her children’s picture book ‘Crash!’

Today Mayra will be stopping at Dogs Rule, Cats Drool. Show her your support by leaving a comment!

Remember, if you leave a comment on any of Mayra’s tour stops, you will be eligible to win a free gift… Continue

Added by JM on June 10, 2008 at 1:00am — No Comments

Trailer for "Said the Spider to the Fly"

I have my book trailer finished for my new release. I'll try to upload it here. But in the meantime you can view it at my website or blog. Hope you like it!

http://missmaesite.com

http://missmaesite.blogspot.com

Added by Miss Mae on June 9, 2008 at 4:17pm — No Comments

New book trailer: DENIED ORIGIN

I've uploaded my newest book trailer for Denied Origin which will be an August 1st e-release and will go to print February 6th, 2009 from The Wild Rose Press. Be sure to check it out the video here on at WRDF and read an excerpt on my website!

Former FBI agent and bodyguard Mark Welles’s career and life are going downhill until he meets Marcisso Tuttora, the man his father died protecting years ago. Wealthy businessman Marcisso puts his only child, Valentina’s, life in Mark’s hands… Continue

Added by Amber Leigh Williams on June 9, 2008 at 4:05pm — No Comments

Contracted with Wayback TX series: BLACKEST HEART!!!

The Wild Rose Press has contracted my Wayback, TX story for their contemporary western series!!!

America's Sweetheart, Stella Ridge has been away from Wayback for fifteen years paving her way to the top of the acting business. When a car accident leaves her physically and emotionally scarred, the only place she wants to go is home to Texas and her family’s ranch.

The changes that have taken place since her departure are enough to rock her world again. She uncovers a buried… Continue

Added by Amber Leigh Williams on June 9, 2008 at 3:59pm — 6 Comments

Taking Risks vs. Riding The Brakes

"Don't be afraid to go out on a limb. That's where the fruit is." –H. Jackson Browne

Last weekend, hubby and I were jamming on guitars. It's something we love to do, sip a little wine and play our favorite songs. He paused and looked over at me, saying, "Don't hold back. Hit those strings like you mean it."

I needed the reminder. His next comment though struck home. "You need to let go of that tendency to ride the brakes all the time."

Bam. Wow. The… Continue

Added by Chiron O'Keefe on June 9, 2008 at 5:00am — 16 Comments

One Sleepy Aussie

Life seems to be running amok lately and all I can do is drink as much coffee as possible (because we all know Australia is where you get the best coffee...don't we?) and try to stay awake enough to get my work done.

Even with the Queen's Birthday long weekend in full swing, I still can't seem to be able to get the right amount of rest so as to have a fully functioning, happy day.

So if I owe you anything, didn't say hello when you did, or something other than that which… Continue

Added by JM on June 7, 2008 at 9:15pm — No Comments