Introducing On Word Talks Video Blog
We read their books. We love their stories. We move in with their characters, yet we often know very little about the author behind it all.
Spoils of Olympus II: World on Fire by Christian Kachel – Historical Fiction/War & Military/Post-Alexandrian Greece
“A master tactician and student of war, Kachel brings history to life - upfront and personal- an engaging foray into the chaotic aftermath of Alexander the Great.”
Book Clubs and Readers Community News from Chanticleer
Book Clubs and Readers find out about the latest book deals, book sales, author promotions and goodies, and news from Chanticleer Communty Authors in this special CBR news column just for you!
SPOTLIGHT on LARAMIE Book Awards — American Western Fiction
Calamity Jane, Judge Esther Morris - the first elected Justice of the Peace in the USA, Wild Bill Hickok, Louisa Swain, the first woman to cast a vote in the USA, and other Laramie and Wyoming notables featured in the Laramie Book Awards Spotlight.
The 2019 M & M Book Awards for Mystery and Mayhem Novels – The Long List
Whose works have moved forward to the 2019 M&M Long List? Find out here! These entries are now in competition for the M&M Shortlist.
MINOR CHARACTERS – the SPICE of FICTION – Part 2 From Jessica Morrell’s Editor’s Desk – Writers Toolbox Series
Making minor characters count with writing tips from Jessica Morrell's editor's desk. A Writing Toolbox article.
The 2019 JOURNEY Book Awards for Narrative Non-Fiction Long List – The CIBAs
These titles have moved forward in the judging rounds from SLUSH pile to the 2019 Journey Book Awards LONG LIST. These entries are now in competition for 2019 Shortlist.
The 2019 CYGNUS Book Awards for Science Fiction Long List – the CIBAs
These titles have moved forward in the judging rounds from SLUSH pile to the 2019 Cygnus Book Awards LONG LIST. These entries are now in competition for 2019 Cygnus Shortlist.
Hot Marketing Tips are Shared in the 10 Question Author Interview with MICHELLE COX – Author Interviews, Marketing, Craft of Writing
Multi-Award-Winning Author, Michelle Cox, Spills the Beans and Shares her hard-earned marketing tips along with How & Why She Writes!
SPOTLIGHT on CHAUCER Book Awards — Pre-1750s Historical Fiction
And some interesting tidbits about Geoffrey Chaucer of "Knight's Tale fame." The Chaucer Book Awards for Pre-1750s Historical Fiction Hall of Fame First Place and Grand Prize winners!
CRYPTOCURRENCY – Protecting Your Coin from Pirates by Award-Winning Author Susan Faw – Cryptocurrency, Book Sales, Book Marketing
What can a lonely self-published author do to prevent the theft of their hard work, and sink the pirate ships before they can even toss a grappling hook into your manuscript? Are you ready to hear about one possible future for publishing? If so, read on!
22 Takeaways for Authors from the Silicon Valley Annual Internet Trends Report – Kiffer Brown
Authors and publishers feel the shocks of technology almost immediately, making publishing content the bellwether for the Internet of Things and the Digital Age. It behooves us in the publishing industry to pay heed and close attention to digital trends.
MINOR CHARACTERS – the SPICE of FICTION – Part One – From Jessica Morrell’s Editor’s Desk – Writers’ Toolbox Series
Writers who neglect minor characters are neglecting essential ingredients in their works. It would be like omitting garlic or oregano from pasta sauce or cumin from chili. Jessica shares some tips and examples with us in this insightful post.