Getting It Right: The Heart of the Matter

Sixty-one year old Paul Chastain is shoveling snow out on his front walk. The wind is biting cold. The snow is heavy and damp.

As he works, he becomes short of breath. He feels a burning sensation in his chest with each lift of the shovel. Paul thinks he must have pulled a muscle in his chest. He stops for a moment and realizes he is positively drenched with sweat. A sensation of lightheadedness overtakes him. A bit of dizziness comes on. Paul decides the rest of the job will have to wait. He heads into the house for another cup of coffee. Continue reading “Getting It Right: The Heart of the Matter”

Sneak Peek: Through Kestrel’s Eyes

Today we have a sneak peek from author Yvonne Hertzberger’s fantasy novel, Through Kestrel’s Eyes.

Seventeen years of peace are shattered when the lords of Gharn and Lieth are toppled by traitors, throwing the land into chaos.

Liannis, the goddess’ seer, her training interrupted by the death of her mentor, must help restore the Balance. Until then Earth’s power is weakened, bringing drought, and famine. Liannis battles self-doubt and the lure of forbidden romance as she faces tests and loss. But Earth sends a vain horse and a kestrel, both with mind-speak to assist her. Time is short. The people will starve if Liannis fails to help Earth heal.

Through Kestrel’s Eyes is available through Amazon.com, Amazon UK, and Smashwords.

And now, an excerpt from Through Kestrel’s Eyes… Continue reading “Sneak Peek: Through Kestrel’s Eyes”

I Don’t Have Anything Yet: Marketing for Unpublished Authors

You’re not yet published. You don’t have a website, or a blog, or an Amazon.com Author Central page. You work. You go to school. You’re broke. You have no idea if or when you’ll ever get that book finished. But you’re trying. Theoretically, you’re stuck.

No, really, you’re not. Continue reading “I Don’t Have Anything Yet: Marketing for Unpublished Authors”

The Flash Fiction Race is On!

The race is on to determine this week’s victor in the Indies Unlimited Flash Fiction Challenge.

You can check out this week’s entries here.  Vote for your fave and then use those share buttons at the bottom of the post to spread the word that the vote is on.

 

Who wrote the best flash fiction entry this week?

  • Ben Steele (37%, 28 Votes)
  • Dick C Waters (36%, 27 Votes)
  • Yvonne Hertzberger (14%, 11 Votes)
  • Brian Beam (9%, 7 Votes)
  • alkaplan (4%, 3 Votes)

Total Voters: 76

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