Writing
Well, there an elusive topic and something I've found little time for. A few poems, a short story or two and starts and stops on two romances - one of them contemporary. But, in the way of an accomplishment, I did complete the NaNoMo challenge back in November, 2010 and did complete a 50,000+ word novel in those frosty thirty days of November. And without cheating. The working title was "Little Bird Lost" and was a twist on one of my all time favorite Mary Stewart books "The Ivy Tree". Not sure if it will go anywhere, but I liked the story and I think with a little work it could be something.
E-publishing
An author friend of mine is contemplating e-publishing his second novel. He asked my thoughts and I have to admit the idea is gaining ground with me. In a recent stumble around the internet I came across Carina Press and have fallen in love with several of their authors and am impressed with their business model. I am considering querying them with my first romance. I also read a great e-zine article about the future of publishing at Randy Ingermanson's web site www.advancedfictionwriting.com. It was published July 2010, but Randy makes some great points, it's definitely worth a read.
Blogs
One of the blogs I follow regularly - Vauxhall Vixens (see the link to the right) - has been busy lately. Lots of new things happening with the four lovely ladies who maintain that blog. So, if you're looking for some book recommendations, go check out their latest blog. Several of the authors have new books that I have added to my ever expanding list of books to read.
There's a new blog out there called theballroomblog.com. It's a group of Avon published romance authors who will be making guest appearances on the blog. It just launched on July 14, 2011. Check it out.
Currently Reading
Carina Press sponsored a week of free downloads and I downloaded them all. So far I've read three of the five free downloads. I especially liked Demon's Fall by Karalyn Lee. I've gone on to download some other offerings from Carina Press and am reading Steam and Sorcery by Cindy Spencer Pape, a steam-punk romance that I am really enjoying. Carina Press offers some free downloads on a regular basis.
I have to admit I bought a Libre e-reader over 8 months ago and have just recently started using it. I thought I wouldn't care for reading this way, but I am loving it. It's great to drop it into my purse and have a huge selection of books to read when I find myself waiting some where. But I don't think I will ever stop buying physical books. I like having both options and I having a feeling I'm not alone in feeling that way.
Tell me what you're reading right now, or let me know your thoughts on e-book versus p-book.
Until next time
Seems like everywhere I turn, people are so damn busy. I know, it's the same here. Glad you've resurrected blogging. It's a great way to keep yourself writing every day. (Preaching to the choir, ain't I?) Have to check out those links. Sounds like some great resources!
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