In a few days, it will be the anniversary of the release of Minutes Before Sunset. Because of that, I’ve been thinking about how to celebrate it. That’s when I realized that I never shared the 30-Day Countdown event on here. This countdown was on my Facebook page, and it revolved around the release of… Continue reading Behind the Scenes of The Timely Death Trilogy
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Guest post: What if I Can’t Write What I Know? by Susannah Ailene Martin
Shannon, here, with two announcements and an introduction before the lovely Susannah Ailene Martin takes over. Return Novel reviewed Minutes Before Sunset, book 1 of The Timely Death Trilogy, stating, “Who will stay up after dark? Readers who value solid character development and realistic motivations in their supernatural romance series.” Read the full thing here or… Continue reading Guest post: What if I Can’t Write What I Know? by Susannah Ailene Martin
Oh, yes. I Did Record a Video.
Before I share my latest video (and by latest, I mean first video in a year), I have great interviews and reviews to share, and I hope you check them out! All of these readers are fantastic, and their websites are always entertaining. First, A Reader’s Review both interviewed me and reviewed Seconds Before Sunrise.… Continue reading Oh, yes. I Did Record a Video.
What’s Your Shade Name? And other Author Announcements
Today I have lots of exciting announcements, including an opportunity to win tons of prizes, but there’s something I definitely wanted to start off with: The first name is your ranking and the second name is…well…your shade name! I’m Student Shoman. What would you get at the Naming of the Dark in Minutes Before Sunset? Feel… Continue reading What’s Your Shade Name? And other Author Announcements
Dual Perspectives: Should Characters Have Equal Time to Speak?
A few announcements before I talk about today’s topic: February started off with a bang! The Amazon rankings of Minutes Before Sunset skyrocketed to #980 in Fantasy and #628 in Romance-Paranormal. To celebrate, my Author Facebook Page had a little sunset party. Thank you to all of those readers! I hope you’re enjoying the romantically dark tale.… Continue reading Dual Perspectives: Should Characters Have Equal Time to Speak?
Writing Tips: Details: Fantasy Transportation (Guest Post – Charles E. Yallowitz)
Shannon, here, for an introduction: If you checked out my last post, then you know about my new series: "Writing Tips: Details: ____.” I will be periodically posting about the little things - how to choose something like a wardrobe for your character. Last time, I spoke about vehicles, and that’s when Charles E. Yallowitz… Continue reading Writing Tips: Details: Fantasy Transportation (Guest Post – Charles E. Yallowitz)
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!
One of my “Highs” as an Author
When I finished my last post, I received so many heartfelt comments, and I want to first thank those fellow writers and readers for their kindness and support when it comes to one another's difficulties being an artist. I am, once again, reminded of how influential and inspiring the WordPress community can be. Thank you.… Continue reading One of my “Highs” as an Author
Guest Blog: The Scriptlings by Sorin Suciu
Website Update: The Shannon A. Thompson, author Facebook page has surpassed 500 likes! Thank you for making my trip that much better. I can't wait to share it with everyone. Shannon again--for only a moment. I'm still out of town, but I wanted to introduce my next guest blogger and thank him for helping me… Continue reading Guest Blog: The Scriptlings by Sorin Suciu
Publishing News: Cover Reveal
Website Update: 11 p.m.: Honorable mention, Cameron Rogers, now has his website linked. The day has come, and I am so proud, happy, excited, and--well--overwhelmed towards the final steps of publishing Minutes Before Sunset. I've received the ISBN #978-0-615-78812-8, and my copyright certification is in the mail. But seeing a completed cover was an emotional… Continue reading Publishing News: Cover Reveal
