Special thanks goes out to actress, director, and dancer, Gracie Dzienny, for quoting my first novel, November Snow, on her Twitter. She is known for her work on Nickelodeon's Supah Ninjas and multiple shows on AwesomenessTV. Visit her YouTube channel by clicking here. "This is a story of forbidden love, hidden love, and a war of… Continue reading Writing Tips: The Five Senses
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Is that Novel REALLY Dystopian? How Market Trends Affect Incorrect Labeling
Desirable Purity asked me about my inner life, including what my secrets are. If that isn’t enough to intrigue you into reading my latest interview, I also shared a verse of poetry I have never released and shared a message to those who see me as an inspiration. Desirable Purity also made the lovely banner you… Continue reading Is that Novel REALLY Dystopian? How Market Trends Affect Incorrect Labeling
Why I Love My Facebook Author Page
First, I would like to thank Heather B. Costa at Trials of a wanna-be-published writer for stating, “Minutes Before Sunset is a fun and well-paced read, full of witty dialogue and thrilling action that keeps you entertained the whole way through, especially the final twist which took this reader by surprise.” Read her entire review here.… Continue reading Why I Love My Facebook Author Page
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?
January’s Entertainment Reviews
I first want to thank Paul O. Williams of Halo Companies, Inc. - awarded C.F.O. of the Year by the Dallas Business Journal - for quoting my first published novel: “Sometimes battles are unavoidable.” - November Snow. Thank you, Mr. Williams! Read more about that here. Last time, I shared my interview with The Modest Verge - now, you can read their… Continue reading January’s Entertainment Reviews
2014 Books to Movies
First, I am taking a moment to apologize for my extended absence. I was having unusual difficulties with my normally cooperative technology. But now my internet is fixed, and I’m delighted to return to my every-other-day blog schedule. Since I was stuck on my phone rather than my laptop the past few days, the only… Continue reading 2014 Books to Movies
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
Why Do You Read?
Win over 20 novels in this Giveaway (U.S. Residents Only) Or maybe you might want to listen to some music while you read this post? Minutes Before Sunset now has a soundtrack on 8tracks radio. Click here or the picture to listen away. So onto today's topic: I was going through my blog last week when… Continue reading Why Do You Read?
150th Post
It's a good feeling seeing those numbers rise--whether it be fellow authors I've connected with, sales, or blog comments that represent all the conversations I've had with passionate readers, writers, and dreamers. So I wanted to take a moment to thank everyone who supports so many people on this journey of writing and publishing. I… Continue reading 150th Post
Publishing Tips: Marketing Your Book
Website Update: April 22: 8:00 a.m.: Shannon A Thompson Facebook Fan Page hit 200 likes today! Thank you 😀 10 days before the Minutes Before Sunset release (AEC Stellar Publishing) ! I know many of you are fellow authors or are working to become one, so I thought I'd dedicate today's post to bringing attention… Continue reading Publishing Tips: Marketing Your Book
