Smashwords Promotion

Beginning today through April 16th, Moment of Truth is available via Smashwords for 75% off the ebook price.  That’s a savings of over $2.00.  To take advantage of this special pricing, go to Smashwords.com and enter coupon code: ML78V

Thanks in advance.  And as always, please leave a review.

Virtual Book Tour Links – Revised Cover

Revised Cover – Same Great Story
Original Cover

 

 

 

 

I revised the cover after the virtual book tour was announced.  Want to hear me talk about it?  Visit any of these links below:

 

 

Nothing But Books http://pauletteharper.blogspot.com/

Reviews by Crystal           http://reviewsbycacb.blogspot.com

Arlena’s Book Reviews    http://arlenasbookreviews.blogspot.com

Perfect Chaos    http://sdwperfectchaos.blogspot.com

Rainy Day Reviews           https://bookjunkiemom.blogspot.com/

Keep Calm and Write On              www.kristyfgillespie.com

Lynn’s Romance Enthusiasm        http://lynnromanceenthusiast.blogspot.com

Mello & June, It’s a Book Thang! https://mellojune.com

Maureen’s Musings         http://musingsbymaureen.blogspot.com

Adrienne Thompson Writes         http://authoradriennethompson.blogspot.com/

Room with Books             https://roomwithbooks.com

Books for Book Lovers    www.kimpayne.wordpress.com

Harper’s Court   https://harperscourt77.blogspot.com/

Hope. Dreams. Life… Love           http://www.elainepcantrell.blogspot.com

The bookworm lodge      www.thebookwormlodge.com

Write Stuff          www.thewritestuffradio.wordpress.com

Loves Great Reads           https://lovesgreatreadsblog.wordpress.com

LBAS Book Blog http://www.lovebitesandsilk.co.uk

Sheena Binkley https://sheenabinkley.com/

J.L. Campbell      www.joylcampbell.com

Beach Bound Books        https://www.beachboundbooks.com/blogging-about-books

The Pen and the Needle https://thepenandtheneedle.blogspot.com

All Write RVA     https://allwriterva.org

Hope, Dreams, Life, Love http://www.elainepcantrell.blogspot.com

I’m looking forward to connecting with you in these virtual streets!

Virtual Book Tour

Moment of Truth’s Virtual Book Tour starts today – March 22, 2018!

Hosted by WNL Virtual Book Tours

http://wnlbooktours.com/fiction-authors-book-blast/

Story Soundtrack – Settling Up

I’m working on a chapter for my new book and I have this song on repeat. Can you guess what the scene is about?

Do you read and/or write to music? What’s some of your favorites?

Where It Began

Where it All Began

I was going through things at my Mom’s house and found this. It made me smile. My very first published book, The Hard Times of Stephanie Ross.

I can clearly see a 5th grade me working with my teacher, Mrs. Bass. I remember writing the story. I can smell the cardboard and glue I used to craft the book. I can feel the pride of my parents and teacher when I was recognized by the school district. I got a ribbon and a certificate that day. There was a picture but I couldn’t find that.

This was the moment I learned I could create stories. It’s amazing I can remember my teacher’s name after all this time.

I had several other teachers and professors along the way who encouraged me and recognized that creative spark inside of me. Teachers have a thankless and necessary job molding young minds. The good ones are rarely honored but I hope they know they are appreciated.

Crew, do you remember any teachers in your past that helped shape your future? Shout them out in the comments below.

What I’m Reading – An American Marriage

Over the weekend I read Tayari Jones latest release, An American Marriage. Saying that this book is “good” is an understatement. Go get it. Read it now and get your life.

This book gives you what you’ve come to expect from a good book. The hook pulls you in and the storyline keeps you turning the pages. I read the book in two days staying up until 3 a.m. to finish. I couldn’t put it down.

Since I have been on this writing journey, I no longer read books strictly for entertainment. I try to learn new techniques.

Tayari Jones’ novel is a master class in story telling. The character development is realistic, the pacing is perfect and the imagery puts you in the story. A freaking master class.

The only thing I didn’t like was the book cover. Even that makes sense and ties into the overall story.

I plan to read it again. You should read it too.

What do you think? Have you read it? Let’s discuss.

Paperbacks are Here!

Isn’t it Lovely?!

 

I’ve had a few readers ask about paperback copies. I’m happy to announce that they are now available from your retailer of choice.

Thank you to everyone who has supported my dream. There is more to come.

First Radio Interview

Photo by Matt Botsford on Unsplash

I had my first author interview with Kimberly Kaye at WFKX 96 KIK FM radio in Jacksonville, Tennessee.  I am the “Author of the Week.”

Me? Me.

It was all a dream and I am thankful for being able to live it today.  Kimberly is an excellent interviewer and puts you at ease immediately.  We’re best friends now!

I’m grateful for the opportunity.  Have a listen to the interview below:

Now it’s back to working on this next book.  I have a series to create.

Sidenote:  Did I mention the ebook for “Moment of Truth” is available for FREE on Amazon right now?

Don’t Let Fear Stop You

I got my first 5 star review for my book, Moment of Truth, and I am pumped!  And even though I’m still nervous about this publishing thing, this is confirmation from the universe that no one should ever let fear stop them.

I have followed Luvvie Ajayi’s blog for several years. (If you haven’t, you should definitely check her out.) She started with a blog doing Scandal recaps, to publishing a book and now she is doing TED talks. I feel like I watched my first cousin come up.

Anyway, I watched her TED talk and it reminded me of the Marianne Williamson quote, “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us.”

I’m trying to walk in the light. Check out Luvvie’s TED talk below: