I subscribe to a lot of newsletters with author tips and tricks, and several have now recommended BookBuzzr. So, I took a look, and thought it was a cool way to share my book with everyone. With the widget below, you can read an excerpt of the first two chapters, see reviews, press, etc. You can even buy with thw link - it takes you straight to Amazon.
Showing posts with label The List. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The List. Show all posts
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Can I Get a "Woot Woot!" ?
I am always excited (and a bit humbled) when my writing is recognized by - well, ANYONE! From the reviews on Amazon from my wonderful readers to book reviewers to other authors that like my work, it's fabulous to get kudos (They like me, they really like me!)
I did a little internal dance when I found out that I had been nominated for a Book Blogger Appreciation Week Award. (The dance was a bit of a Cabbage Patch, with a bit of 80s breakdance thrown in.)
If I make it to the next stage, I'll let you know where to vote. (And I can assure you, there will be no expected violence at the polls!) If it goes no further, it was a pleasure to be nominated. :)
I did a little internal dance when I found out that I had been nominated for a Book Blogger Appreciation Week Award. (The dance was a bit of a Cabbage Patch, with a bit of 80s breakdance thrown in.)
If I make it to the next stage, I'll let you know where to vote. (And I can assure you, there will be no expected violence at the polls!) If it goes no further, it was a pleasure to be nominated. :)
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
(Early) Thursday 13 Book Blogger Appreciation Week!
I just found out that there is a wonderful initiative to celebrate book bloggers! I thought I'd participate in the Thursday 13 meme to tell you about it (even though the post is on Tuesday!)
The second annual Book Blogger Appreciation Week will take place September 14-18. Click on the link for all the details!
There have been several book bloggers that have really stepped in and made a difference as I published THE LIST. I've thanked several by nominating them, so if you're at a loss for who to enter in the "Best Book Blogger" contest, let me help. :)
First, clearly, I wouldn't say no to a nomination for http://thelistbook.blogspot.com for the "Best Published Author Blog", (or the "Best Design", the "Best Writing" or for you book reviewers "Best Book of 2009!") Be sure to nominate me here. I'm even suggesting that people write in a nomination in the "write in" space, for author bloggers to be recognized!
Here are 13 other wonderful bloggers to consider (and I've included their url so you can cut and paste into the nomination form, should you like):
1. Malena Lott, who also has her own book published, Dating DaVinci - edits Athena's Bookshelf (www.athenasbookshelf.com). She ran a marvelous interview with me there, which you may read again if you'd like. She also blogs under her own name at http://www.malenalott.com/Malena_Lott/Blog/Blog.html
2. Denise Robbins, who wrote It Happens in Threes and the new Killer Bunny Hill interviewed me on her blog, and I interviewed her on mine!
3. I received a wonderful review for THE LIST from Love, Romance, Passion (www.loveromancepassion.com) - where it's all romance books, all the time. It's a great place to go to find new romance/chick-lit reads.
4. Another outstanding review for THE LIST came from Coffee Time Romance (www.coffeetimeromance.com). Another great spot for honest opinions about romance novels to read (or not!)
5. Kay's Bookshelf (www.kaysbookshelf.com) also liked THE LIST when she reviewed it, and I've found her reviews to be most insightful. :)
6. #LitChat (http://litchat.net) is a wonderful Twitter chat about books that takes place a few times a week, but they also maintain a blog. That's where they posted the transcript of the one time I was a guest host. I find the chat, and the blog follow ups, to be a wonderful resource!
7. Kimber Chin (http://businessromance.com/)is another successful author and blogger, and has created quite a stir when it comes to romance e-books. :) She was a guest poster for my blog when I was on vacation.
8. While I concentrate on the romance genre, Richard Ridley (http://rwridley.wordpress.com/) is a great YA author and blogger. He has great things to say, and runs killer contests. :)
9. Then, there is my friend Steve Weddle, who blogs at http://steveweddle.squarespace.com/. If you're an author, he's a good guy to know. :) Plus, he's a fiction writer and poet, whose writing style is addictive!
10. My friend Sara Taney Humphries is a new paranormal author of the Amoveo Series and you can find her blogging over at http://amoveoromanceseries.blogspot.com.
11. Authors of I'll Have What She's Having Liz Fenton and Lisa Stienke write some of the most humorous and insightful blog posts, and not all of them are about their obsession with "The Bachelorette." Check them out at http://www.chicklitisnotdead.com.
12. One of the most ingenious pieces of blogging - that every author must know about - is the Authors Promoting Authors site. (http://authorspromotingauthors.blogspot.com)I've not run across another site that so openly gives authors free space to get their name out there!
13. This space is for your very own choice. Get out there and Google "book bloggers" and find your own favorite!
Home of the new Thursday 13
The second annual Book Blogger Appreciation Week will take place September 14-18. Click on the link for all the details!
There have been several book bloggers that have really stepped in and made a difference as I published THE LIST. I've thanked several by nominating them, so if you're at a loss for who to enter in the "Best Book Blogger" contest, let me help. :)
First, clearly, I wouldn't say no to a nomination for http://thelistbook.blogspot.com for the "Best Published Author Blog", (or the "Best Design", the "Best Writing" or for you book reviewers "Best Book of 2009!") Be sure to nominate me here. I'm even suggesting that people write in a nomination in the "write in" space, for author bloggers to be recognized!
Here are 13 other wonderful bloggers to consider (and I've included their url so you can cut and paste into the nomination form, should you like):
1. Malena Lott, who also has her own book published, Dating DaVinci - edits Athena's Bookshelf (www.athenasbookshelf.com). She ran a marvelous interview with me there, which you may read again if you'd like. She also blogs under her own name at http://www.malenalott.com/Malena_Lott/Blog/Blog.html
2. Denise Robbins, who wrote It Happens in Threes and the new Killer Bunny Hill interviewed me on her blog, and I interviewed her on mine!
3. I received a wonderful review for THE LIST from Love, Romance, Passion (www.loveromancepassion.com) - where it's all romance books, all the time. It's a great place to go to find new romance/chick-lit reads.
4. Another outstanding review for THE LIST came from Coffee Time Romance (www.coffeetimeromance.com). Another great spot for honest opinions about romance novels to read (or not!)
5. Kay's Bookshelf (www.kaysbookshelf.com) also liked THE LIST when she reviewed it, and I've found her reviews to be most insightful. :)
6. #LitChat (http://litchat.net) is a wonderful Twitter chat about books that takes place a few times a week, but they also maintain a blog. That's where they posted the transcript of the one time I was a guest host. I find the chat, and the blog follow ups, to be a wonderful resource!
7. Kimber Chin (http://businessromance.com/)is another successful author and blogger, and has created quite a stir when it comes to romance e-books. :) She was a guest poster for my blog when I was on vacation.
8. While I concentrate on the romance genre, Richard Ridley (http://rwridley.wordpress.com/) is a great YA author and blogger. He has great things to say, and runs killer contests. :)
9. Then, there is my friend Steve Weddle, who blogs at http://steveweddle.squarespace.com/. If you're an author, he's a good guy to know. :) Plus, he's a fiction writer and poet, whose writing style is addictive!
10. My friend Sara Taney Humphries is a new paranormal author of the Amoveo Series and you can find her blogging over at http://amoveoromanceseries.blogspot.com.
11. Authors of I'll Have What She's Having Liz Fenton and Lisa Stienke write some of the most humorous and insightful blog posts, and not all of them are about their obsession with "The Bachelorette." Check them out at http://www.chicklitisnotdead.com.
12. One of the most ingenious pieces of blogging - that every author must know about - is the Authors Promoting Authors site. (http://authorspromotingauthors.blogspot.com)I've not run across another site that so openly gives authors free space to get their name out there!
13. This space is for your very own choice. Get out there and Google "book bloggers" and find your own favorite!
Home of the new Thursday 13
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
New Book
I'm excited to tell you that I'm about 10,000 words into my new book! The story is coming along nicely. However, the summer weather, and lots of distractions, are keeping me from really writing. I need to get cracking more!
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Summer Sale!
"I read "The List" while on vacation and really enjoyed it!"
"Take "The List" to the beach or your back deck, even dinner at your favorite watering hole and lose yourself in the trials and tribulations Candace has to go through to get to her version of Mr. Perfect."
"I recommend it for a hot sunny day on the beach."
These are just a few of the review snippets from Amazon.com for my novel, THE LIST. As you can see, lots of folks think that THE LIST makes for great summer reading.
In honor of these reviewers, and of the lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer, I'm offering a summer sale coupon. If you order now (a signed copy no less) you'll get $2 off the Amazon price and free shipping! So $14 gets you a fun book for the beach, your summer vacation, or just a stint on your front porch!
"Take "The List" to the beach or your back deck, even dinner at your favorite watering hole and lose yourself in the trials and tribulations Candace has to go through to get to her version of Mr. Perfect."
"I recommend it for a hot sunny day on the beach."
These are just a few of the review snippets from Amazon.com for my novel, THE LIST. As you can see, lots of folks think that THE LIST makes for great summer reading.
In honor of these reviewers, and of the lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer, I'm offering a summer sale coupon. If you order now (a signed copy no less) you'll get $2 off the Amazon price and free shipping! So $14 gets you a fun book for the beach, your summer vacation, or just a stint on your front porch!
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Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Woot! The Reviews Keep Coming.
You know, I've always thought The List was a good book. But then, I wrote it. So it's my baby.
That's why I love getting reviews. Especially reviews from people who do this for a living.
The folks over at Coffee Time Romance have blessed The List with a review of 4 cups.
Here's an excerpt:
Read the full review here.
Thanks Coffee Time!
That's why I love getting reviews. Especially reviews from people who do this for a living.
The folks over at Coffee Time Romance have blessed The List with a review of 4 cups.
Here's an excerpt:
The List is a downright funny read! Anyone who wants to find Mr. Right, has a list detailing the qualities of Mr. Right, and has actually been disappointed when a guy did not meet the criteria of your list must read this book
Read the full review here.
Thanks Coffee Time!
Friday, January 23, 2009
Welcome to the Book Signing and Launch Part-ay!
Welcome! Come on in, take a seat. Mingle. Grab some virtual snacks. We have cupcakes with blue icing, cookies, and Chex mix! Scroll down for the "Buy" button and more info.
For this weekend only, I'm offering a special deal on my book. It sells on Amazon for $15.99 + shipping (unless you order over $25, then shipping is free.) You can buy it there anytime by following the links at the top of this page. However, you can buy a SIGNED COPY for the special friends and family rate of $11 + shipping. That's a huge savings! And it's all because you guys rock!
Here's how it works.
1. Leave a comment on this site (where it says "reviewers raved about "The List") Make sure you leave a way for me to contact you, either with a Web site url, an email, something.
2. Then, send friends to this site. You can post a link on your Facebook page, tell your Twitter friends with a Tweet, steal the image above an post on your blog, or just stop people on the street. :) Tell them to follow step 1 and leave a comment, but to also tell me in the comment who sent them. For example, if Monica sends Heather, Heather says "Monica sent me" in the comment.
3. I keep track of who tells people about the book, and how many comments add up with their name as the referral.
4. The person with the most referrals wins the necklace. Second place wins a $50 hotel booking card.
It's almost effortless, really.
No purchase is necessary for the contest, but I really think you'll enjoy The List. Just select how many books you'd like (they make good gifts), how you'd like me to sign your book, and then click "Buy Now." You can pay with any major credit card, or your PayPal account.
ORDER FORM REMOVED, PROMOTION ENDED
Here's my ask of all of you. If you buy a copy of the book, I would so appreciate it if you would go to Amazon and write a review for me. Honest reviews are perfectly fine!
For this weekend only, I'm offering a special deal on my book. It sells on Amazon for $15.99 + shipping (unless you order over $25, then shipping is free.) You can buy it there anytime by following the links at the top of this page. However, you can buy a SIGNED COPY for the special friends and family rate of $11 + shipping. That's a huge savings! And it's all because you guys rock!
Here's how it works.
1. Leave a comment on this site (where it says "reviewers raved about "The List") Make sure you leave a way for me to contact you, either with a Web site url, an email, something.
2. Then, send friends to this site. You can post a link on your Facebook page, tell your Twitter friends with a Tweet, steal the image above an post on your blog, or just stop people on the street. :) Tell them to follow step 1 and leave a comment, but to also tell me in the comment who sent them. For example, if Monica sends Heather, Heather says "Monica sent me" in the comment.
3. I keep track of who tells people about the book, and how many comments add up with their name as the referral.
4. The person with the most referrals wins the necklace. Second place wins a $50 hotel booking card.
It's almost effortless, really.
No purchase is necessary for the contest, but I really think you'll enjoy The List. Just select how many books you'd like (they make good gifts), how you'd like me to sign your book, and then click "Buy Now." You can pay with any major credit card, or your PayPal account.
ORDER FORM REMOVED, PROMOTION ENDED
Here's my ask of all of you. If you buy a copy of the book, I would so appreciate it if you would go to Amazon and write a review for me. Honest reviews are perfectly fine!
Friday, January 16, 2009
Win this Necklace!
"How can I win that?" you ask. Here are the rules.
1. Visit this site next Friday, Saturday or Sunday, January 23-25
2. No purchase necessary, but if you'd like to buy a signed copy of The List, for a discounted price, here's your chance.
3. You leave a comment in my comment field (where it says "reviewers raved about The List"). This is to make sure I can contact you. (so there has to be some kind of email or Website associated with your comment.)
4. You then tell your friends, family, relatives, coworkers, or people you don't even know. :) You can do this by posting a link on your Facebook page. By putting a post up on your blog, etc.
5. They come to the site and leave a comment, saying who sent them. (Ie: Person A sends Person B. Person B leaves a comment and says "Person A sent me.")
6. Person B can also participate and send people. So Person C can say "Person B sent me."
7. The commenter who sends the most people to the site that weekend, that leave comments and tell me who sent them, will win the beautiful Peggy Li necklace. The second place commenter will win a $50 hotel reservation card.
Of course, my hope is that you will want to buy a book, but I won't hold it against you if you don't. :) If you can't make it next weekend, you can always buy a copy on Amazon.
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Friday, January 9, 2009
You can now buy "The List"!
It's official. I'm now the proud owner of a published novel for sale!
I've just posted the book trailer under the Photos & Videos page, so you can get a preview of the book, and you can buy it by clicking on the "Buy on Amazon" link in the navigation, or, if you're lazy like me, click on this link below
BUY THE LIST ON AMAZON
On January 23, I'm having a weekend-long online book signing event. I invite you to visit that weekend to purchase a signed copy of the book, participate in a Web contest, and more. A new post next week will tell you all the details!
I've just posted the book trailer under the Photos & Videos page, so you can get a preview of the book, and you can buy it by clicking on the "Buy on Amazon" link in the navigation, or, if you're lazy like me, click on this link below
BUY THE LIST ON AMAZON
On January 23, I'm having a weekend-long online book signing event. I invite you to visit that weekend to purchase a signed copy of the book, participate in a Web contest, and more. A new post next week will tell you all the details!
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
I approved the proof!
This is a picture of me, posing with the ACTUAL BOOK! It's so good-looking! Two weeks until purchase. I'm currently working out a launch party date both online and in person. Stay tuned.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
The Cover is Complete!
I just sent back the approval on the cover for The List! It looks great.
I also just did the proofreading for the interior layout. Only 49 edits to make, and then we're ready to go. Five days from now I'll get the last proof, and then I'm off to the world of self-published authors!
I also just did the proofreading for the interior layout. Only 49 edits to make, and then we're ready to go. Five days from now I'll get the last proof, and then I'm off to the world of self-published authors!
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Cover Design
My cover design is nearly complete!
You'll notice the illustration at the top of my blog - the cute blonde chick with the long list in her hand. That was designed by my new friend Donny - didn't he do a great job?!! That illustration is the major part of my book cover, which I share with you here!
There are still some changes to be made - I'm making the title more fire-engine red and I'm moving my photo below the back cover description with my author bio, but here it is!
Goofy Girl did the blog design, and as you can see, it played a big part in the cover design as well! The cover designers couldn't come up with anything better!
It won't be long now! If you'd like to be kept up to date on the book, join the feeds on the right side, join my MyBlogLog network or join my Blog Network on Facebook - all listed on the right side!
You'll notice the illustration at the top of my blog - the cute blonde chick with the long list in her hand. That was designed by my new friend Donny - didn't he do a great job?!! That illustration is the major part of my book cover, which I share with you here!
There are still some changes to be made - I'm making the title more fire-engine red and I'm moving my photo below the back cover description with my author bio, but here it is!
Goofy Girl did the blog design, and as you can see, it played a big part in the cover design as well! The cover designers couldn't come up with anything better!
It won't be long now! If you'd like to be kept up to date on the book, join the feeds on the right side, join my MyBlogLog network or join my Blog Network on Facebook - all listed on the right side!
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