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The Mean Girls of Dallas

Wow! Another reality show and one that we get to see mother/daughter duos in action. This show Dallas Divas and Daughters airs every Sunday evening at 8pm EST on the Style Network. During this half-hour, we get a glimpse into the lives of five sets of mothers/daughters who live in Dallas, Texas and are considered members of Dallas high society. There has been a polo match, joint birthday party, fashion shows, preparations for the Debutante ball, lunch dates, shopping and many other excursions in… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Bennett on November 10, 2009 at 9:41am — No Comments

Cartomancy and Character

I’m not much of a believer in the occult, but I do love Tarot, not in any small part because the 78 cards in a Tarot deck can be so beautiful. There’s something undeniably fascinating in the symbols and images, and it’s easy to get caught up the magic. My first reading was done by a real pro: author Nora Roberts. We were at the Washington Romance Writers’ annual retreat at the fabulous Hilltop House in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and Nora was doing readings for her friends. I think she told m… Continue

Added by Diane Chamberlain on November 9, 2009 at 8:26pm — No Comments

Singing Humbly

I’ve reached the age where I know what I do well: I write well. I can structure the heck out of a novel. I can create characters who will make you weep. I’m a pretty good teacher. I enjoy public speaking. Then there are other things that teach me humility. Today, I sat in Starbucks running thr… Continue

Added by Diane Chamberlain on November 9, 2009 at 8:22pm — No Comments

One Writer's Journey

I asked Pat Bertram how she got from where I am to where she is, and her answer is posted on my blog. It makes fascinating, helpful and encouraging reading. http://sheiladeeth.blogspot.com/2009/11/one-writers-journey.html Continue

Added by Sheila Deeth on November 9, 2009 at 5:20pm — No Comments

Our Latest Book Video Trailer: Revelation Unplugged

Revelation Unplugged is a verse-by-verse analysis of The Book of Revelation. Within it, author Donnell Duncan carefully removes the veil, covering several mysterious Bible prophecies that are of vital importance to The Church; however, unlike any other, this book takes a very interesting twist: by highlighting the contrasting plights of The Churches of Philadelphia and Smyrna, Duncan clearly separates the faithful members of The Body of Christ into two groups. For the latter, victory will come t… Continue

Added by Ghostwriter Extraordinaire (GWE) on November 9, 2009 at 3:11am — No Comments

Live Chat and Dead Darlings

This seems to be a slow weekend here on the Internet. I can never figure out where people disappear to or why. What could possibly be more fascinating than roaming cyberspace? :) I realize in some places the weather is too nice to stay inside, in other places it's too nasty to do anything online. Many writers are involved in National Novel Writing Month. Many others are busy procrastinating. And me . . . well, here I am, still virtually book touring. Today's stops: Beth's Book Review Blog --… Continue

Added by Pat Bertram on November 8, 2009 at 2:39pm — No Comments

'Tilly's Tale' now at Amazon.com

I'm really happy to report that 'Tilly's Tale', written under my Harry Porter pseudonym has today appeared on sale at Amazon.com… Continue

Added by Brian L Porter on November 8, 2009 at 2:17pm — No Comments

Of Dreams and Nightmares - Shirley A. Roe, Author

Of Dreams and Nightmares - Review by Martha A. Cheves, Author of Stir, Laugh, Repeat "There will be no gala ball for you this year Martha, you are to be married to Jebediah Whitaker in a fortnight." John raised his voice interrupting Martha in mid sentence. "Father, you are joking. But what kin… Continue

Added by Martha A. Cheves on November 7, 2009 at 4:45pm — No Comments

Review of The Constellation of Omens by David M. Rountree

Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tidal waves and tsunamis, more government intervention in our personal lives such as government controlled health care, seizing of business assets and controlling pay, one world religion and one world order. All signs of the approaching apocalypse. Many works have been written over the ages concerning the “End of Days” but none of them have approached the details and specifics of “The Constellation of Omens”. This tome is a terrifying yet compelling precognitive… Continue

Added by Deborah Simpson on November 7, 2009 at 3:42pm — No Comments

The Force Behind the Book

Writers are also readers and have a great opportunity to study other authors, to figure out what it is about the book that drew them into the storyline. Figuring out the force behind the book that pulled you in will help define your own writing. Every book needs two things at least: memorable characters and a strong storyline. Characters are the parts of the engine that move the storyline. When you create memorable and long lasting impressions of them into your readers then you’ve hooked them.… Continue

Added by Lea Schizas on November 7, 2009 at 3:36pm — No Comments

Website Updated/Composer Wanted

I finally had time to update my website this week. I added two new pages, one to keep a list of articles I'm writing for various periodicals and the other to provide links to lyrics I've begun to write. I am a staff writer for Poetic Monthly Magazine, but they do not keep archives online once an issue is replaced by a new current one. So, once an issue has passed, I'm posting my column on my Associated Content space. You can see the start on my list at… Continue

Added by Jack Huber on November 7, 2009 at 3:28pm — No Comments

Raking the Leaves of My Mind

The other morning I was staring out the window at all the leaves on the ground, marveling at how so much come from almost nothing. A bit of water, a bit of soil, a bit of sun, and something exists where nothing did before. I cherish those leaves. There’s no lawn here, just native grasses, so I don’t need to rake the leaves. I let them finish out their natural cycle of replenishing the soil from which they came. Looking at those leaves, I was reminded of written words, and how they come from alm… Continue

Added by Pat Bertram on November 6, 2009 at 6:39pm — No Comments

A Book and a Chat with "Harmony from PAYA"

I have blogged about PAYA and the fantastic work that Harmony, Yan and Josh Berk have done… Continue

Added by Storyheart on November 6, 2009 at 6:11pm — No Comments

Revamping Zero Tolerance

As I was watching the local news last evening, I happened to see a segment on the issue of zero tolerance on there. Basically, local school districts were giving their policies and procedures as to how they handle this problem within their schools. The parents were complaining that zero tolerance was too strict and needed to be handled on a case to case basis. Schools have implemented this policy for quite some time in order to cut down on criminal behavior, catch the bullying going on and to ba… Continue

Added by Elizabeth Bennett on November 6, 2009 at 12:48pm — No Comments

Shifting To New Location with Reputed Packers Movers Company

Are you looking for a proficient packers and movers companies for your relocation needs? Well that’s a great ideal and an intelligent planning to make the shifting of your lovable goods to new location in a hassle free. Packing and moving of goods to new location in safe and secure way is not at all an easy job. Loading, unloading, unpacking and rearranging of goods has to be done to make complete shifting. These entire tasks are not easy as they unfold many unwanted issues and problems. Dedicat… Continue

Added by mahi manral on November 5, 2009 at 10:36pm — No Comments

POD and Self-Publishing

My guest blogger today is Charles Jacobs. Charles has some interesting information on POD that will surely clear up some misconceptions. He also writes tips to help you write, publish & promote your work. http://cluculzwriter.blogspot.com/2009/11/pod-most-misunderstood-category-of.html -- joylene Author of Dead Witness Broken But Not Dead set to be released by Theytus Books 2011 "Man's heart a… Continue

Added by joylene butler on November 5, 2009 at 10:54am — No Comments

My Book, 'Tilly's Tale' is Released Today

I'm over the moon today, because my book 'Tilly's Tale' written under my Harry Porter name was released this morning by 4RV Publishing. 'Tilly's Tale' is the first book in my 'Harry Porter's Dog tales' series and sets out to tell Tilly's life story in her own words, beginning with the appalling story of her early life and endin… Continue

Added by Brian L Porter on November 5, 2009 at 5:05am — No Comments

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While traveling we always have new experiences, whether they are amazing, life changing or just disillusioning. Tell us your travel story. It may deal with a travel journey to a new place, time traveling, revisiting one's past, visiting a lost love or a new one, or an inner journey. Travel reports can be as much about one's internal navigation of their emotions as a physical voyage. There is currently running a free-to-enter short story contest on BookRix for writers and readers. The theme is "… Continue

Added by Nils on November 4, 2009 at 6:05am — No Comments

A Book and a Chat with "Gale Laure"

Gale Laure, a native Texan, is the international selling author of "… Continue

Added by Storyheart on November 3, 2009 at 5:39pm — No Comments

Two-Day Special!

Only through November 4, we offering our Platinum Publicity Packages for the special price of only $79! Combining a detailed book review completed in less than two weeks, a comprehensive interview, an online spotlight feature, and a dynamic book video trailer, the Platinum Package is one of the best marketing options around for serious authors & publishers. See for yourself all the great benefits that dozens of authors and publishers are rushing to take full advantage of: - Review complete… Continue

Added by Apex Reviews on November 3, 2009 at 3:48am — No Comments

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