A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
I've heard it said there are close-knit groups of owners and handlers in obedience, agility, conformation, and (I imagine) just about every other dog-related activity. That seems to apply to the world of dog-related fiction, too. Our conversations and emails and social media accounts tend to be chock-full of All Things Dog. We commiserate through …
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In my last post I mentioned that author Courtney Milan offers excellent suggestions to help writers whose work has been stolen. For readers, the question remains: how can you spot fake authors? You can't rely on price alone, since many real authors and reputable publishers may hold short-term sales and post promotional offers. And some …
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"The reader deserves honesty." Nora Roberts Whether you're a writer or a reader, Nora Roberts' post Plagiarism, Then and Now is worth your time and serious reflection. In that post she shares her own heart-wrenching experience and confronts what she calls "this ugly underbelly of legitimate self-publishing." It's both humbling and awe-inspiring that a writer of …
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Note: I received a complimentary copy from Partners in Crime Virtual Book Tours and enjoyed the book so much that I purchased a copy. Look for my review very soon. Into the Light by Darcia Helle on Tour February 1-28, 2019 Synopsis: Max Paddington refuses to go into the light until he finds his killer. …
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Long-time readers of this site know I like to support and promote other writers. Today's post introduces Deborah Taylor-French and the first in her Dog Leader mystery series. Deborah is an active arts educator, writer, and blogger. Read on to learn more about this author and her mystery series. What do you and your sleuth …
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