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Anthology & Announcements

I have A LOT of announcements to make, but I don't want to overwhelm any one with a post simply filled with a checklist of things I need to say (I do have this checklist by the way...in a notebook...on a pink post-it note...ripping slightly in half as I read off of it.) So, for… Continue reading Anthology & Announcements

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Guest Post: Zach Hitt: My First Time: From Short Story to Novel

An introduction by Shannon: Zach Hitt hosts the blog, sociallydecrepit: the writing of my first few novels, and I definitely recommend checking this insightful writer out. This post is the perfect example as to how he writes about his experiences as a writer, and I'm glad to have him on here! ... My First Time: From Short… Continue reading Guest Post: Zach Hitt: My First Time: From Short Story to Novel

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Why Are Authors “Hating” On One Another?

Website Update: We hit 9,000 followers on the 19th! That means a HUGE giveaway is coming soon. If you'd like your book to be a part of it, please email me at shannonathompson@aol.com. Other than that, THANK YOU for all of your dedicated support and heartfelt encouragement.  There are many authors and writers out there,… Continue reading Why Are Authors “Hating” On One Another?

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Publishing News: Anthology

Website Update: We hit 9,000 followers today! Thank you 😀 ... Really fast: Giveaway opportunity: ShannonAThompson.com is only 8 followers away from hitting 9,000, and I want to celebrate! Once we hit the mark, I'll be hosting a giveaway, and, so far, I have 18 books, but I need as many authors to participate as possible.… Continue reading Publishing News: Anthology

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New Page: Tips

If you follow my Author Facebook Page, then you already know I've been spending the day updating ShannonAThompson.com. I'm excited, because I've been talking about this update for a while, but I finally found some spare time (even thought it's because I'm sick and sitting around in bed.) But I've added the "Tips" page. And,… Continue reading New Page: Tips

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Editing Tips: Word Count

Word count matters. As writers,we've all heard this. Although there are exceptions, this rule is especially true for beginning writers applying to publishers. Because of this, I thought I'd talk about it today since I know many of my readers are looking at publications opportunities. 1. Target Audience: This is a big one, because it often… Continue reading Editing Tips: Word Count

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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

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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

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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

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Contest Winners and Poetry From My KU Reading

Thank you to everyone who participated in the contest involving the final decision over the back cover of my young-adult paranormal romance, Minutes Before Sunset! As I'm writing this, we had 68 responses, and I'm really happy, because I love it when my readers can influence the final product. The voting went as follows (we… Continue reading Contest Winners and Poetry From My KU Reading