A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
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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When you see a reader walking out of a bookstore holding a signed copy of your book as if it was a wondrous gift... In moments like these, it is the reader who gives a gift to the author. To readers everywhere: thank you!
Want to ask your favorite authors a question? Many of us are taking questions NOW on Goodreads. We'll answer questions about our books, our writing process, and just about anything related to the world of writing and publishing! To see if your favorite author is taking questions, check their author profile page. You can find …
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Take one look at this photo by the famous photographer Tim Ernst and you'll know why I say legends live on in the Ozarks Mountains. It's a place of magic and mystery, where ties run deep and stories and superstitions can linger for generations. One such story is The Lady of the Valley, recounted in the book Ozark Tales …
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