Lots of announcements to share before I begin today’s blog post! As we near the release date of Seconds Before Sunrise (17 days to be exact), I am gathering so much support from lovely readers and writers that I want to share. So thank you to everyone. The people below, though, get an extra thanks… Continue reading My Writing Process Blog Tour
The Controversy of Rating and Reviewing Novels
Readers and writers, please take a moment to read this anti-bullying petition that can help the reader-writer relationship as well as the book market: Protect Amazon.com Users and Indie Publishing Authors from Bullying and Harassment by Removing Anonymity and Requiring Identity Verification for Reviewing and Forum Participation. We may not be able to stop all trolls, but… Continue reading The Controversy of Rating and Reviewing Novels
So You Want to be a Book Blogger
I must clarify one thing before I start: I am not a book blogger, but I used to be – for about three years. (Fun fact: I also had a short stay on Let’s Get It On, Kansas City.) I’m an author, too, so – naturally – I adore book bloggers. In a metaphor, book… Continue reading So You Want to be a Book Blogger
Why I Am Most Nervous About the Second Book of a Trilogy
Before I start today, I wanted to thank Press Pause, Fast Forward for reading and reviewing Seconds Before Sunrise, which you can read by clicking here. We’re getting closer - only 23 days left – which, by the way, The Timely Death Trilogy broke a new record last month, hence the photo on the right.… Continue reading Why I Am Most Nervous About the Second Book of a Trilogy
The Oscars: Who I Want to Win This Year
Before you indulge in the Oscars like I did, I hope you’ll take the time to read my latest interview. When Jera’s Jamboree asked me where I get inspiration for my novels, I wasn’t sure what I would say, but I am glad she asked. Yes, at 22, I still have night terrors as well… Continue reading The Oscars: Who I Want to Win This Year
February Ketchup
ShannonAThompson.com hit 14,000 followers! Thank you. Bogart and I really appreciate your support. We often sit in front of the lap top together, gazing at the screen as if something magical might happen. When we hit 14,000 followers, something magical did happen, and it was exciting for both of us. (I, for one, was glad… Continue reading February Ketchup
February’s Entertainment Reviews
When The Eye-Dancers interviewed me one year ago, I didn’t even have a publishing contract for The Timely Death Trilogy. Now, they have emailed again, and you can see how much my life has changed in just 365 days. Read the full interview here to find out how I define myself as a writer and person.… Continue reading February’s Entertainment Reviews
You Have Committed Copyright Infringement
Three announcements before I talk about a REALLY important issue in the art industry that I recently – and very personally – experienced. Normally, this day is reserved for “Website Wonders.” But I have made an exception. You can expect February’s Website Wonders next time, but I hope you will read what I have to… Continue reading You Have Committed Copyright Infringement
Author Announcements
As promised, I am here again - sharing the news as “Author Announcements.” Today is full of fun and excitement, but I am also sharing a minor change in what you can expect from my website at the end of every month. So, here we go: 1. I received my first book review of Seconds… Continue reading Author Announcements
Help: I’ve Returned to an Old Piece of Writing, and I Can See Influences From My Past
Recently, I have truly enjoyed writing up my personal posts instead of focusing on writing or publishing tips. Sharing my story opened up a channel for me to hear your stories, and it was really nice getting to know more of you on a deeper level. If I continue this in the future, I hope to… Continue reading Help: I’ve Returned to an Old Piece of Writing, and I Can See Influences From My Past
