My first novel, "An Alien's Guide to World Domination," is scheduled for release in April. Here's the wonderfully zany dorky cute cover, from Petra K. of Champagne Books. If you think that alien is silly, just wait til you read the story - guaranteed to make you giggle, chortle, chuckle, or even guffaw!
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Novel Number One has a title!
I'll release the real title tomorrow. Meanwhile, it's your chance to vote!
MLK Jr on forgiveness
"Forgiveness is not an occasional act, it is a constant attitude." Martin Luther King, Junior I wrote 50,000-plus words in the Law of Immediate Forgiveness, and in eleven words the Reverend King said it all. And his life and death show the very real risks of spreading this message, far worse than Amy Moon and … Continue reading MLK Jr on forgiveness
A vision
Here's an excerpt from the new story I'm working on, called "Some Old Ideas." Written from the perspective of the main character, Brian. (Um, note to any Brian or Danny I might know in real life: any resemblance to any real person is completely coincidental. I swear.) The two things that changed my life happened … Continue reading A vision
The high of a new idea
After such a good experience working with fellow Champagne Books authors on the romance anthology, Shared Whispers, I jumped at the chance to participate again - this time a science fiction collection, planned for publication sometime this summer. It means I need to come up with a new idea, and a chance to use some … Continue reading The high of a new idea
91 minutes so far
In the first seven days of the "2013 - Thirteen Minutes a Day" challenge, I have: Drafted a two-page synopsis for "You, Jane," the second novel I wrote, so I can prepare a package for submitting to agents and publishers; Started editing "The Law of Immediate Forgiveness" so I can have it ready to 'shop' … Continue reading 91 minutes so far
Heaven, in a romance anthology
Along with contributions from a group of terrific and award-winning authors, my short story "Heaven" is featured in the "Shared Whispers" anthology, released today. You can download it for your Kindle on Amazon (it's free now if you have Amazon Prime; and it will be free for all readers on January 11, January 26, February … Continue reading Heaven, in a romance anthology
This is not a list…
As the year nears conclusion, my contribution to the Writers Vineyard this month is less about resolutions, and more about Resolution. Here's an excerpt, and this week's Project Create: This is not a list. It is not a series of promises to myself to become healthier, thinner, nicer, smarter, more financially savvy, less dependent on … Continue reading This is not a list…
Winter Solstice: Return of the Light
A short poem to celebrate this turning point, and this week's Project Create. Winter solstice: return of the Light Today is the shortest day of the year; starting tomorrow Each day lengthens. Light returns.
I’m interviewed on L.T. Getty’s blog!
What a fun experience! Fellow Champagne author L.T. Getty interviewed me for her blog. A virtual interview for the blogosphere! Read it here: LTGetty's Blog Here's an excerpt, as a teaser, and also a suggestion if you need a good holiday read: In the spirit of sharing, tell us about a book by another author … Continue reading I’m interviewed on L.T. Getty’s blog!
Elizabeth Fountain, Author 