It's always fascinating to me when I've printed a rough draft and have someone read it. Usually, I just pick someone at random and in some cases they've never seen anything I've written before. I always enjoy the feedback that I get and it helps me during the rewriting process and there's always rewriting to do. The rewriting is what really brings the story to life. There is no author anywhere who will get it perfect immediately that I'm aware of. It takes honing and polishing the story over time to make it the best it can be. Usually, the honing and polishing takes longer than writing the story initially.
Even more fascinating for me is watching their expressions as they are beta reading. It tells me a lot about what I've written. Some, just can't seem to put down the pages. I just love it when that happens and I'm lucky that most of the time that's the case that they can't stop reading the story. That's the moment I know I'm onto a great idea, one that will stand the test of time and will be proud to add a print copy of to my bookshelf. I've got quite the collection started. It will be fascinating to see how full I can make the shelf in the years to come.
Friday, May 3, 2013
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Perseid Press
It looks like I'm off to a great start with Perseid Press and I'm having a blast these days.
My submission for "Dark Corners" was accepted, and I have the contract. I'm really happy and to tell you the truth it's a really disturbing but at the same time a good story. It was quite fun to write but after editing it really pops and should give nightmares to some. Can't wait to see it in print, the book will look good on my shelf.
I also have most of the rough draft of the story I was going to submit for inclusion in, "Discontinuum." It's a good storyline but I happened along another idea that might work even better. It’s something that’s been running around the back of my head for a while. Can you imagine writing a story set in the Spanish Inquisition? I can and we'll see how it works out though when I get further into it.
Don't know as of yet when, "Terror By Gaslight," will be coming out. Love the story, "A Spiritus Renascentis," that was selected for it. I'm a big fan of historical fiction and if I can write it as horror it's even better.
My submission for "Dark Corners" was accepted, and I have the contract. I'm really happy and to tell you the truth it's a really disturbing but at the same time a good story. It was quite fun to write but after editing it really pops and should give nightmares to some. Can't wait to see it in print, the book will look good on my shelf.
I also have most of the rough draft of the story I was going to submit for inclusion in, "Discontinuum." It's a good storyline but I happened along another idea that might work even better. It’s something that’s been running around the back of my head for a while. Can you imagine writing a story set in the Spanish Inquisition? I can and we'll see how it works out though when I get further into it.
Don't know as of yet when, "Terror By Gaslight," will be coming out. Love the story, "A Spiritus Renascentis," that was selected for it. I'm a big fan of historical fiction and if I can write it as horror it's even better.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Cover Reveal End of the Night
It began with tragedy.
Continued with rebirth.
Intensified with an uncovered past.
How will it all end?
The wait is almost over!
Storm Sullivan's epic journey comes to an end tomorrow with the release of
END OF THE NIGHT
I am thrilled to reveal the stunning new cover created by the brilliant and fabulously talented,
Tammie Clarke Gibbs.
And, a teaser excerpt.....
Storm
Beep, Beep, Beep.
Storm groaned and rolled over, right into PacMan’s
back. “PacMan, you bad boy.” She halfheartedly mumbled the reprimand and
attempted to push his body to no avail.
“Fine. Be that way.” Slapping the snooze button to silence the
alarm, Storm draped an arm over her dog and snuggled into the short soft fur,
relishing the gentle rise and fall of his chest.
Beep, Beep, Beep.
PacMan snorted and licked Storm’s face. “Alright,alright, I’m getting up. I don’t know why you’re so put out, you get
to lay around in bed all day.” Pushing
off the bed, Storm reached down and flipped the alarm to off before breaking
into a yawning stretch that was highlighted with a serious of soft cracks and
pops as her spine realigned. For a
second, Storm swore she heard a baby crying and paused at its closeness. She mentally chastised herself and shrugged. Must be the neighbors. The apartment walls were paper thin after
all.
Stepping into the shower, Storm stood for several minutes
under the steaming hot water, washing away the grime from the day before and
the vague discomfort following the vision she’d had. The vision.
It was an ugly one and somewhat painful if truth be told. She’d made the call to the precinct from her
disposable cell and hoped they been able to nab the sicko in time. Part of her wanted to call Dan and Shane to
ask about it but then they would wonder how she knew. Every time Storm had the same internal
argument but ultimately did the right thing and waited for the news story. She rinsed off and stepped out, wrapping
herself in a worn bath towel. PacMan sat
in the doorway of the bathroom staring at her in his usual concerned way. Storm called him a worry wart because he
always appeared to be frowning in concern.
“I think I talk to you too much, boy.” Storm turned from her dog and wiped off the
mirror. A man’s face looked back at
her. She blinked, rubbed her eyes and
wiped at the mirror again but only saw her own reflection. “Yes, definitely. I am losing it.” Storm grumbled to herself and went about methodically
combing the tangles from her hair before neatly plaiting it. With the towel secured tightly around her
body she slipped back into the bedroom and flipped the television on to the
morning news. Sifting through her
wardrobe, Storm half listened to the weather and traffic. By the time the main anchor re-took the
screen she’d slipped into a pair of black pin-striped pants and her least ratty
white lace camisole. The story Storm had
been waiting for came on just as she was slipping into her emerald green satin
blouse.
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Booklover's Bash
Copies of e-books are being given away right now. Will be doing many things and you can meet a few great authors. https://www.facebook.com/events/514784888579692/516349411756573/?notif_t=plan_mall_activity
I just posted an excerpt from "An Ill Wind Cometh." You can get a little taste of what I'm releasing next...
Friday, April 26, 2013
Robert Langdon Series.
I've been reading Dan Brown's entire "Robert Langdon" series in order.
They are:
"Angels and Demon's"
"The DaVinci Code"
"The Lost Symbol"
It's quite interesting especially now that I write fiction. I'm finding the many elements to be quite fascinating. There are secret societies, puzzles, fantastic chases and new technologies. He's even created really likable individuals like professor Langdon that is the main character.
One of the primary elements is of course Masonic beliefs. It's in every one of the books of the series including, "The Lost Symbol." I would hazard a guess that it's also in the one that's getting released soon which is Inferno.
It might upset some, but Dan may have some of the origins of the US right. The "all men are created equal" line in the bill of rights came from Masonic tradition. After all, the founding fathers of this nation were Masons first and foremost. Christianity was not something primary for them. The bits about the separation of church and state? That had to do more with the stupidity of having to attend a specific church like happened in most of Europe. If you didn't go to the church the ruler proscribed you could easily be put to death.
Much of the story line stretches believability until it almost breaks. Even so, I'm really enjoying reading the whole series. It may be a while until I read the new book but eventually I will read it I assure you.
Yes, I do have a favorite and it's, "Angels and Demons." Did find the almost constant references to female genitalia in "The DaVinci Code" to be rather tedious as I read along. I'm kind of wondering if he didn't need to get laid while writing that book but I digress a little there.
Until next time, have a great day and happy reading.
They are:
"Angels and Demon's"
"The DaVinci Code"
"The Lost Symbol"
It's quite interesting especially now that I write fiction. I'm finding the many elements to be quite fascinating. There are secret societies, puzzles, fantastic chases and new technologies. He's even created really likable individuals like professor Langdon that is the main character.
One of the primary elements is of course Masonic beliefs. It's in every one of the books of the series including, "The Lost Symbol." I would hazard a guess that it's also in the one that's getting released soon which is Inferno.
It might upset some, but Dan may have some of the origins of the US right. The "all men are created equal" line in the bill of rights came from Masonic tradition. After all, the founding fathers of this nation were Masons first and foremost. Christianity was not something primary for them. The bits about the separation of church and state? That had to do more with the stupidity of having to attend a specific church like happened in most of Europe. If you didn't go to the church the ruler proscribed you could easily be put to death.
Much of the story line stretches believability until it almost breaks. Even so, I'm really enjoying reading the whole series. It may be a while until I read the new book but eventually I will read it I assure you.
Yes, I do have a favorite and it's, "Angels and Demons." Did find the almost constant references to female genitalia in "The DaVinci Code" to be rather tedious as I read along. I'm kind of wondering if he didn't need to get laid while writing that book but I digress a little there.
Until next time, have a great day and happy reading.
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Warrior Unleashed Cover Reveal
Welcome to the official cover reveal of Warrior Unleashed, book 1.5 in the Mythrian Realm series! When Breaking the Nexus released on 12/12/12, readers fell in love with the Mythrian Realm and clamored for more. Since the follow up, Waking the Phoenix won’t be ready until sometime this summer, I knew I had to give readers a taste of Mythria.
Warrior Unleashed, a novella featuring Sha’s half brother, will be released on May 7! This novella is set entirely in the Mythrian Realm and while the hero and heroine are not Sha and Connor, I think you’ll all fall in love with this couple. Find out what happens when the sexy panther Chimerae, Achaius Rilke, must team up with feisty Gaelen Sorceri Saia Makan in this action packed novella!
Without further ado, I present the gorgeous cover designed by Blue Harvest Creative!
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Blurb:
Nothing is more dangerous than a warrior unleashed.
When Sentinels begin dying under mysterious circumstances, the deaths are believed to be unrelated. Only one man sees the truth: an unknown enemy is targeting the elite group of warriors and no one is safe. As a panther Chimerae, Achaius Rilke recognizes the signs of an unpredictable predator. The only person he can trust is Saia Makan, the tempestuous Sorceri who has driven him crazy for years. But when the killer has set his sights on Saia, Achaius faces the hunt of his life.
Don’t miss the first book, Breaking the Nexus, available now on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and in paperback!
Blurb:
A warrior trying to save humans. A detective searching for a killer. And a powerful romance neither expected.
Throughout history, myths and legends of extraordinary creatures have been told and retold. Fantastic tales of demons and banshees, gryphons and dragons, and of course, magic. Stories that every child grows to learn are nothing more than fantasy…or are they?
Beyond the world you see lies a hidden realm, the Mythrian Realm, inhabited by all of the creatures you’ve been told are mere fiction. Only one thing lies between humans and the truth: the Nexus. A magical barrier erected millennia ago to separate the two realms, it has stood the test of time. Until now.
For Mythrian Sha Phoenix, magic is nothing new. But when she stumbles upon a portal on the verge of collapse, her fate will forever change. Pulled through the portal into the Human Realm, she lands in the middle of Detective Connor Flynn’s brutal murder scene. Soon it is obvious someone is using blood magic to try to bring down the Nexus. Together, Connor and Sha must work to unravel the secrets before the barrier falls and the realms collide.
The Nexus is breaking and all hell is about to unleash…literally.
Buy it now:
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Meet Lindsay Avalon!
I am a wife, a programmer, and now an
author. I have an adorable mini Schnauzer and more books than I have room for.
I love reading romance because no matter what may be happening in my life, I
can always count on my books to end happily ever after. The day I met my
husband was the day I truly began believing in happily ever after. After
hearing me complain a few too many times that I had “nothing” to read despite
the hundreds of paperbacks scattered around the house, my husband began
suggesting I write my own stories. When I finally took his advice I discovered
that although I enjoy my day job as a software engineer, my true calling is to
be an author.
My sister drilled into me an appreciation
for fantasy and mythology, something I try to bring to my books. My debut
novel, Breaking the Nexus started as
a book written for NaNoWriMo and has grown to so much more. It was the conduit
that introduced me to a fantastic group of independent authors who have changed
my life in unimaginable ways.
When I’m not writing, I’ve found a passion
for blogging and interviewing fellow authors. I also love reading, baking,
crochet, sewing sock monkeys, playing video games, and all sorts of random
crafts. I have an incurable love of rubber duckies and stuffed animals, and I
believe nobody should have to grow up if they don’t want.
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Twitter:
@LindsayAvalon
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Goodreads:
http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6568822.Lindsay_Avalon
Friday, April 19, 2013
Virtual Fair
On Saturday, we're having a virtual book fair. Many of us have posted excerpts of books including myself. Hope you stop by and check it out.
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