What's Release Day Like?


MichelleHauck


Today's I'm at author Michelle Hauck's blog, It's in the Details, discussing release day anti-climaxes. While you're there, be sure to check out the rest of Michelle's blog, including her "Getting the Call" series, an amazing series in which debut authors share the story of their big break into the pubishing industry - a must read for readers and writers alike! Check out my "Getting the Call" and "Cover Reveal" posts there. Plus, Michelle's debut novel Kindar's Cure will soon be releasing from Divertir publishing, so be sure to check out the skinny on that!

 

On Holding On and Letting Go (in writing)


AngieSandro
When I was writing Hereafter, there were quite a few things I fought to keep in the story, despite pressure to change them, while at the same time, there were several things I liked that ultimately didn't work and I had to jettison them. Today I'm at writer Angie Sandro's blog,  Oh, The Things I Have Learned, discussing the process of figuring out what things to hold onto in a story, and what things to let go of.

While you're there, be sure to check out the rest of Angie's blog. Starting in July, Angie pledged to post one thing per week that most people don't know about her in a bid to become a more open person. Follow her blog to cheer her on and help her stick with this goal!

Ten Hidden Easter Eggs in Hereafter


BoM Books
Hereafter is full of hidden references, and today I'm at Butterfly-o-Meter Books discussing ten of these "Easter Eggs" in Hereafter. While you're there, but sure to check out the rest of Livia's blog. Livia is a very active blogger and there are tons of reviews, giveaways, and blog hops. There's always something new to see and do here.

Chinese Ghost Month


KellyHarmon


Today's I'm at author Kelly A. Harmon's blog talking about Chinese Ghost Month (which starts today this year!), a time when the dead are believed to walk the earth. While you're there, be sure to check out the rest of Kelly's site (and her books!). Kelly's Friday writing prompts are so  much more than a writing prompt - they are exotic, evocative short stories, strolls through the senses, ways of revisiting the world with fresh eyes and a sense of wonder. Her Friday posts are for readers and writers alike!