I've returned from my vacation, and I am so excited, because I returned to ShannonAThompson.com passing 8,000 followers 😀 Thank you for the coming home present. I'm truly blessed to be gifted with so much encouragement, and I'm working hard to get more novels out along with writing and publishing tips. But what am I… Continue reading I’m Back :]
Updates: Chapter Two, Book of the Month Nomination & New Cover Photos
June 8th Update: My Facebook Author Page went over 400 likes tonight! Thank you for the support, everyone! Your kindness encourages the future in the best way an author can hope for. Just a reminder: I am going on vacation, and I will be back Wednesday, June 12th. Until then, check out my new cover photos on… Continue reading Updates: Chapter Two, Book of the Month Nomination & New Cover Photos
Update & Goodreads Nomination
I have exciting news, and I could really use some Goodreads help! My novel, Minutes Before Sunset, was nominated for Book of the Month for July, and it's in the initial voting process. If you have a Goodreads, I'd love if you could follow this link and second Christie on message 19. It'd really help… Continue reading Update & Goodreads Nomination
Minutes Before Sunset: One Month
I've been overwhelming happy with all that's happened over the past month. It's a gift to be able to share my words and stories with readers, and I am working hard to get "Seconds Before Sunrise" ready for publication this Fall. Speaking of which, this blog will be changing in the future to support the… Continue reading Minutes Before Sunset: One Month
Writing Tips: Character Chart
Over the past two days, I've had the pleasure of receiving two more reviews of Minutes Before Sunset and one interview about the behind-the-scenes of the work. And I'm here to share it with you all before I begin my "Writing Tips" sessions. ... On May 29, Nada Faris, author of Before Young Adult Fiction, Fame in… Continue reading Writing Tips: Character Chart
Publishing News & Signed Paperback Winners!
Happy Hump Day! I had a really good time celebrating soldiers on Memorial Day, and I hope everyone thanked someone they're proud of. I know I sure did :] Today's post is all about the winners of the signed paperbacks of Minutes Before Sunset. Congratulations to these five wonderful writers, readers, and dreamers: 1. she… Continue reading Publishing News & Signed Paperback Winners!
Happy Memorial Day: The Soldiers In My Life I’m Grateful For
Today, I am taking a break from blogging about writing and publishing to celebrate Memorial Day--a very important holiday. I hope everyone takes (at minimum) a moment to thank someone they know in the United States Armed Forces. I'd love for everyone to share their stories here. I'm sharing two! I want to first thank my… Continue reading Happy Memorial Day: The Soldiers In My Life I’m Grateful For
Publishing News: Paperback Contest
Website Update: You can now pre-order Minutes Before Sunset's paperback via Barnes & Noble by clicking here. I'm so excited!  On May 23, I received the first printed copy of Minutes Before Sunset. Within the next 3-4 weeks, the book will be appearing for sale, which I will announce as it happens. But I am… Continue reading Publishing News: Paperback Contest
Writing Tips: Setting: Picking a Location
Before I begin today's post topic, I have two things to address: First: Special thanks to Nicole Lee at "Ennlee's Reading Corner" for reviewing Minutes Before Sunset:  "...The book alternates between the point of view of each of the main characters without a set pattern, and Ms. Thompson should be commended for her ability to create… Continue reading Writing Tips: Setting: Picking a Location
Movie Mention: Star Trek Into Darkness
Before I begin my posts over the next couple of days, I'm going to be sharing links to Minutes Before Sunset reviews and interviews from some wonderful bloggers. Today, I'd like to thank Kristy Feltenberger Gillespie, blogger on "Keep Calm and Write On" for posting this review. I'd also like to thank the Kansas City rock band,… Continue reading Movie Mention: Star Trek Into Darkness
