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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

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How Anxiety Influenced my Trilogy

AskDavid.com is featuring Minutes Before Sunset right now. Check out the exclusive description here, and please share! It would really help me out. Thank you. ... As promised in my last post – Photography and Writing – today is dedicated to explaining why the photo below is symbolic to my writing life and why I… Continue reading How Anxiety Influenced my Trilogy

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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 Dream: Seconds Before Sunrise on Goodreads & Extras

Happy Friday! Today is a REALLY exciting day for me because I’m sharing two new things regarding Seconds Before Sunrise. First, we’re on Goodreads. You’ll be able to see a shortened synopsis until December 1. Then you’ll see the cover as well as the full synopsis. Add it to your Goodreads bookshelf today! (Who knows? You… Continue reading My Dream: Seconds Before Sunrise on Goodreads & Extras

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Happy Halloween to 10,000+ Followers :D

First, I must apologize for my lack of posts. I know I always post every other day, but, between school, work, and edits, I've been swamped this week. On top of that, I have to admit this will also be a very short (but exciting) post. Don't worry; I have some great posts already written… Continue reading Happy Halloween to 10,000+ Followers 😀

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Upcoming Guest Posts

First, I want to thank Clinton Book Shop in New Jersey for creating the photo below: This means a lot to me, because they quoted November Snow, my first published novel, and shared it with their followers on the night of the Hunter's Moon. It's always neat to see fellow authors, writers, and readers connect… Continue reading Upcoming Guest Posts

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Movie Mention: The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones

I first mentioned The Mortal Instruments on October 2, 2012 on my post Relax & Read: The Mortal Instruments. Then I followed it up on November 15, 2012 when I realized it was being adapted into a movie, and I couldn't help but post Movie Mention: City of Bones. Now I'm here, almost a year later,… Continue reading Movie Mention: The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones

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Writing Tips: Method Acting

Method acting--if you're familiar with it, you probably start thinking of Heath Ledger, Robert De Niro, or Daniel Day-Lewis. If you're not familiar with it, it's defined as an acting method in which actors and actresses never break character while shooting a film. Another aspect some consider "Method Acting" is when actors go to extremes,… Continue reading Writing Tips: Method Acting

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Website Wonders

Website Update: Minutes Before Sunset hit 100 adds on Goodreads with a 4.7 star rating!  So I want to share more websites I've come across for writing and/or writing tips. But I'm really interested if any of you have done any from the first list. For the life of me, I cannot figure out how… Continue reading Website Wonders

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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