As promised, I'm continuing writing tips, and today I am concentrating on the use of holidays in literature. No matter what culture you have or what country you live in, you probably celebrate holidays. I think this is a beautiful thing. Not only do holidays give us an opportunity to remember aspects of life like… Continue reading Writing Tips: Holidays
AEC Stellar Notifications
First Update: In order to celebrate Minutes Before Sunset winning Goodreads Book of the Month, ebooks are on sale. Starting July 4th, Minutes Before Sunset will only be $3.89. AEC Stellar Publishing is also giving away free ebook copies in exchange for a review. Simply comment below with an email address or email shannonathompson@aol.com. I know I promised more… Continue reading AEC Stellar Notifications
Book of the Month: Minutes Before Sunset!
If you read the live updates, then you already knew this, but I wanted to post about it for those who follow me strictly on this website.Minutes Before Sunset is officially Goodreads Book of the Month for July.You can join the discussion by clicking here.You're encouraged to discuss what you think about the novel and/or thinking… Continue reading Book of the Month: Minutes Before Sunset!
Last Day to Vote
June 29 Update: Minutes Before Sunset won Book of the Month on Goodreads! Check it out here, and share your thoughts in an open discussion group. Thank you so much for your support, everyone! If it wasn't for you guys, I wouldn't be here, and I owe every delightful moment of excitement to you! Thank… Continue reading Last Day to Vote
Sharing Childhood Inspiration
Website Update: Minutes Before Sunset is falling behind on Goodreads Book of the Month. Please vote if you haven't already. I could really use your help! Vote here. As writers, we've held the dream of writing for a long time. Finding out an author started writing at a very young age happens more often than not, and… Continue reading Sharing Childhood Inspiration
It’s My Birthday :D
At 2:05 p.m. in Allentown, Pennsylvania, I was born today--22 years ago! Fact of the Day: Most "super" supermoon (the perigee full moon) happens today at 6:32 a.m. (CDT) It'll be the closest and fullest moon of the year! I have to admit how excited I am for this. I've always been a sucker for… Continue reading It’s My Birthday 😀
Website Wonders: For Readers & Writers
Website Update: 2.40 p.m. The host of Goodreads has clarified the poll is working and no one is cheating. She's excited when new members join and vote, so I'm still in, and I feel much better about the situation. Thank you to everyone who's supported me, voted, and even returned to explain who you are,… Continue reading Website Wonders: For Readers & Writers
Why I Won’t Give Up
WEBSITE UPDATE: If you all recall, Minutes Before Sunset needed nominations for "Book of the Month" on Goodreads, and you all succeeded! But I need votes. PLEASE VOTE BY CLICKING THE LINK. We're three votes away from first place. I need all of the support I can get 😀 Thank you for voting: Gregory S. Lamb, Christina Channelle, Amber… Continue reading Why I Won’t Give Up
Happy Father’s Day
I was supposed to write about why I won't give up on writing and publishing today, but then I decided I wanted to celebrate Father's Day instead (because it's an important holiday for me.) However, I will be posting "Why I Won't Give Up" on Tuesday, so look out for that. Father's Day was founded… Continue reading Happy Father’s Day
Paperback Published & Spotlight Interview
WEBSITE UPDATE: If you all recall, Minutes Before Sunset needed nominations for "Book of the Month" on Goodreads, and you all succeeded! But I need votes. PLEASE VOTE BY CLICKING THE LINK. I need all of the support I can get 😀 Thank you for voting: Gregory S. Lamb, Christina Channelle, Amber Forbes, Bob Williams, Marie… Continue reading Paperback Published & Spotlight Interview
