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The New Year is Almost Here!

Okay: I have three announcements before I begin today’s post: First, I must clarify something about my last post. Some of my information about Scribd was incorrect but has since been corrected at the top of the page. I apologize for this mistake, and I will continue to work hard to bring relevant information to… Continue reading The New Year is Almost Here!

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Scribd, Oyster, and Why I’m Hesitant as a Reader and Writer

Article Corrections on December 30, 2013:  Below there is some information about Scribd that was incorrect, and I would like to clarify what those parts are: Scribd is available on Android as well as Apple phones/tablets as well as computers You can search the catalog of books by title or author without a subscription if… Continue reading Scribd, Oyster, and Why I’m Hesitant as a Reader and Writer

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My Average Day as a Writer

I want to thank Honyas Bookshelf for reviewing Minutes Before Sunset. Honya is a fantastic blogger and book reviewer. Please check out her website. Her review on her blog is available by clicking the link. It begins, "Forget everything you think you know about the battle between Light and Dark–the stories have it all wrong.”… Continue reading My Average Day as a Writer

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Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas!  I’m spending time with my family this holiday season, so I’m going to keep it short. I hope everyone is staying home and enjoying the holidays! Since I can’t upload a Christmas card, I made one from The Timely Death Trilogy. As you guys know, I am a huge fan of Rinmaru Games, and… Continue reading Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

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December’s Website Wonders

A few days ago, I found out that Minutes Before Sunset hit #953 in Fantasy and #935 in Romance-Paranormal on Amazon. It’s very exciting to be in the top 1,000. Thank you for your support! I hope you’re enjoying the read this holiday season.  Today is my half-birthday. I’m simply mentioning it because I LOVE half-birthdays,… Continue reading December’s Website Wonders

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More Prizes to Win!

First, sorry that I didn’t post this at midnight this morning, but I am in the last two finals I will ever take. That’s right - next time I post on this blog, I will be a college graduate.  Second, thank you to author, T.B. Markinson, for guest blogging on the 16th. Isn’t she amazing?… Continue reading More Prizes to Win!

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Guest Post: Author, T.B. Markinson

Shannon, here, for an introduction. Every now and then, I have a guest blogger, because I come across an author, writer, and/or reader that I enjoy hearing from. I have learned from every one of my guest bloggers, and T.B. Markinson is no exception. She is a passionate writer, and her blog, Making My Mark,… Continue reading Guest Post: Author, T.B. Markinson

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Eric’s Birthday and Your Birthday

Today is Eric Welborn’s birthday, and since he likes to keep things short, I will, too. But be sure to read – because there’s fun below for both the trilogy and you. Anyone who is familiar with The Timely Death Trilogy knows that Eric’s 18th birthday is also The Marking of Change – the destined… Continue reading Eric’s Birthday and Your Birthday

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Win a Kindle Paperwhite!

During my last post, ShannonAThompson.com hit 12,000 followers! Thank you for your growing and continuous support. I will continue to work hard to bring relevant and exciting information your way as well as keep you updated on my writing journey. I also wanted to thank singer, DON PEDIGO. He tweeted a quote from Seconds Before Sunrise… Continue reading Win a Kindle Paperwhite!

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Writing Tips: Play Character Games

So this isn’t my usual kind of advice, but I shared it on my Author Facebook Page, and I thought it would be a fun idea to put on here. As a writer, I sometimes have days where I am simply burnt out on writing. Because of this, I’ve had to find fun ways to… Continue reading Writing Tips: Play Character Games