In my contribution to the Writers Vineyard this month, I ponder what it means to finish a book. Or if we ever really are completely finished. Here's an excerpt: Maybe it's perfectionism, although I think there's something more. I think there is also a reluctance to let go of these characters, in this world. Oh, … Continue reading Completely finished…?
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Interview on Audra Writes
Fellow author (go read Watcher, now!) Audra Middleton interviewed me for her May Sci-Fi Madness month on her blog, Audra Writes. Find out why I would make a terrible Hollywood casting director. (No, it's not what you think.) Read the interview here. And did I mention you should go read Audra's book Watcher? Do that, … Continue reading Interview on Audra Writes
Book signing with local authors – Support your local bookstore!
If you're in the central Washington area, come visit us on Saturday! I'll be one of nine local authors signing books and talking to readers at a terrific local bookstore, Jerrol's in Ellensburg. If you're elsewhere, hey, why not go to a local bookstore near you anyway? Support local businesses and buy books. Not a … Continue reading Book signing with local authors – Support your local bookstore!
My Writing Process Blog Hop
Last week the fabulous Ute Carbone tagged me in this blog series that features authors talking about our "writing process." We're all answering a set of questions to provide a little window into our work and lives as writers. If you're following along, I hope for two things: one, we'll inspire you to continue creating … Continue reading My Writing Process Blog Hop
You, Jane – Excerpt
You, Jane releases the first week in June. This book began when I wondered, what kind of superpower would I want? To write stories that come true popped into my mind. Then I realized that every power carries its own, well, complications, shall we say. What if the stories you write would come true, but … Continue reading You, Jane – Excerpt
Lucky 13: Linda Rettstatt
For April's installment of Lucky 13 on the 13th, Linda Rettstatt shares her story of how good luck can come disguised as bad. Linda is an award-winning author of Women’s Fiction and Mainstream Contemporary Romance. She was named Author of the Year in 2010 at Champagne Books where she also serves as a mentor for new authors. In March … Continue reading Lucky 13: Linda Rettstatt
You, Jane – Cover Art
I'm getting ready for the launch of You, Jane, the first week in June. Over the next few weeks, I'll post excerpts to help tell the story of Jane, her best friend Charlie, and her tendency to create havoc by writing stories that come true. Here's the gorgeous cover by Champagne artist Amanda Kelsey.
How things happen
This month, my contribution to The Writers' Vineyard is about the curious ways things come about, at least in my writing life. How about yours - do you live according to plan, or do things just happen? Here's a teaser. Each spring offers these opportunities to take the universe up on its invitation to pursue … Continue reading How things happen
The Luck of the Irish: Celia Breslin in our Lucky 13 series
I'm thrilled to welcome Celia Breslin, author of urban-fantasy-romance Haven, to our lucky 13 series. Apropos to the month of March, when we celebrate all things Irish, Celia's contribution includes her Irish grandmother. Perhaps there is no greater luck in life than to have a wise grandmother to share tales and treats. Celia lives in California with … Continue reading The Luck of the Irish: Celia Breslin in our Lucky 13 series
Jane Toombs, Thank You
The beautiful and prolific author Jane Toombs died earlier this month. She contributed the first guest post on the Lucky 13 theme here at Point No Point, in October of 2013. Her story of luck in writing and luck in love made for a delightful start to the series. Jane wrote well over 100 books, … Continue reading Jane Toombs, Thank You
Elizabeth Fountain, Author 