As if typing and arranging 50k+ words isn’t challenging enough, writers must learn to face a variety of fears. Did I publish my best work? When will someone read it? What if readers feel inclined to write a review and they didn’t connect? For me, one fear rises above the rest: Writer’s Block. I can’t …
Wow, has this been a crazy day. Since Secrets Return was the first book I set up for pre-order, I wasn’t really sure what to expect. Looks like everything worked out okay. (I hope!!!) The release of this book was an experiment for me. As of last night, only a handful of people had read …
I’m happy to say I finished formatting Secrets Return for print today, so it looks as if the paperback edition will be ready for release on 1/24 with the Kindle edition. For anyone who’s tried to write a book and format using Microsoft Word – it’s an interesting challenge. Rewarding when it’s done, but whoa …
This post is for anyone out there like me, who hates writing reviews. Who cares what I think about a book? As I’ve learned from this publishing adventure of mine, reviews aren’t for the author. As much as I’d love to say I’ve written a review for every book I’ve read, that would be a …
Last night I sat down at the computer (dishes done, kids in bed, etc.) and opened my email…and spotted a message that caused my heart to race. My Kirkus review was ready. I wasn’t sure if I should open the email or delete. Of course I would open it, but still. Unless you’re actually from …
It’s been a long journey for me. At some point, I thought just writing my first book and maybe getting it published would put the finish line in sight. Are you laughing yet? When I decided that self-publishing would be the best way to meet my personal goals, while working a full-time job, I didn’t …
Just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who has read Leftover Girl. More will be added to this website over the next few weeks, but that’s what I wanted to say first.