Amazon Sells 2 Million Singles Pays Big to Authors | Geekosystem
In January 2011, Amazon launched its “singles” initiative. The stated goal was to present “compelling ideas expressed at their natural length,” with shorter-form works at lower prices. In the past 14 months since the singles were announced, Amazon has managed to move over two million of these little books, netting some authors hefty profits. But is that all the world’s largest bookseller is up to?
Monday, April 30, 2012
Sins of the Father
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From the author who brought you Birthright comes a brand new tale of magic, mystery, and suspense.
A minister losing touch with his faith… A severely autistic child with no past, no present and no real future… An evil older than time itself… When the boy Lucian is thrown into Aaron’s life with nowhere else to go all hell breaks loose and Aaron confronts things he never actually imagined could really exist in an effort to save one small, tortured child.
Buy and read Sins of the Father by RJ Palmer for the meager price of $1.99 on Smashwords.com to find out more.
"My Asperger’s son is my hero"
Express.co.uk - Home of the Daily and Sunday Express | Express Yourself :: My Asperger’s son is my hero
Rumor has it that the syndrome is mostly passed down through sons so the males in the family are more likely to have it. However, my father has it and since he had no sons I got it as well. In the end, its like breathing no matter what you do you have to pass it on.
"All NighterTotal Body Pillow in Ivory"
Rumor has it that the syndrome is mostly passed down through sons so the males in the family are more likely to have it. However, my father has it and since he had no sons I got it as well. In the end, its like breathing no matter what you do you have to pass it on.
"All NighterTotal Body Pillow in Ivory"
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Tales of Aradia the Last Witch PinInterest board
Tales of Aradia the Last Witch
if you want info on everything involving the series click on this board to access it all.
if you want info on everything involving the series click on this board to access it all.
Lily the belle of the books!
When I was little is when the Disney movie Beauty and the Beast came out. It was a big part of my family's life. It's also why I kind of feel sorry for the kids during this age cause they never got to grow up with the wonderful movies I did.
When my sister and I were little we of course would pretend to be Disney princesses. Since there was no shortage of blonde princesses in Disney my sister could choose whomever she wanted. As for me, I always felt torn. I loved the little mermaid because in my opinion she was the first redheaded heroine besides anne of green gables that is. Anyway, I did feel a certain loyalty to her as a fellow redhead. However, when Beauty and the Beast came out everything changed. Why? Because the heroine had a quality I found irresistible. She loved books! And she was considered odd by other people. I felt that way all the time and books to me were more precious than gold.
I guess you could say that was my first love triangle. I loved Ariel but that was before Belle came along.
The fact that my mother spoke French fluently also helped to steer my love towards Belle. In addition to my father's favorite Disney song being 'be our guest'.
Now you must be wondering why I am telling you all this? Well..most of you now know that my editor has had his first child. A lovely little girl named Lillian. I have already started calling her Lily. I like nicknames so sue me! Anyway my philosophy is this...every child should be exposed to Disney culture. It is truly the best. Such things would include the Lion King, Snow White and so on so forth.
However, being Harry's partner I decided to take a preemptive move. Since I am the author of the tales of Aradia series I felt that I should buy something for the little angel. So I decided to go to the Disney Store.
Every child has a stuffed animal when they are little. So upon seeing the little plush Belle dolls I made my decision.
When my sister and I were little we of course would pretend to be Disney princesses. Since there was no shortage of blonde princesses in Disney my sister could choose whomever she wanted. As for me, I always felt torn. I loved the little mermaid because in my opinion she was the first redheaded heroine besides anne of green gables that is. Anyway, I did feel a certain loyalty to her as a fellow redhead. However, when Beauty and the Beast came out everything changed. Why? Because the heroine had a quality I found irresistible. She loved books! And she was considered odd by other people. I felt that way all the time and books to me were more precious than gold.
I guess you could say that was my first love triangle. I loved Ariel but that was before Belle came along.
The fact that my mother spoke French fluently also helped to steer my love towards Belle. In addition to my father's favorite Disney song being 'be our guest'.
Now you must be wondering why I am telling you all this? Well..most of you now know that my editor has had his first child. A lovely little girl named Lillian. I have already started calling her Lily. I like nicknames so sue me! Anyway my philosophy is this...every child should be exposed to Disney culture. It is truly the best. Such things would include the Lion King, Snow White and so on so forth.
However, being Harry's partner I decided to take a preemptive move. Since I am the author of the tales of Aradia series I felt that I should buy something for the little angel. So I decided to go to the Disney Store.
Every child has a stuffed animal when they are little. So upon seeing the little plush Belle dolls I made my decision.
SelfPublishingReviews.net Offers Invaluable Information to Aspiring Authors
SelfPublishingReviews.net Offers Invaluable Information to Aspiring Authors
My personal choices:
Smashwords.com
CreateSpace.com
Barnes and Nobles pub it
"Strada Cookery Book Holder"
My personal choices:
Smashwords.com
CreateSpace.com
Barnes and Nobles pub it
"Strada Cookery Book Holder"
Author David Finch speaks about adjusting to life with Asperger's syndrome - Columbia Missourian
Author David Finch speaks about adjusting to life with Asperger's syndrome - Columbia Missourian
During his presentation, Finch illuminated some common problems people with Asperger's syndrome face, including an inability to anticipate others' emotional needs
During his presentation, Finch illuminated some common problems people with Asperger's syndrome face, including an inability to anticipate others' emotional needs
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Melbourne indie ebookstore shows the future of eReading
Melbourne indie ebookstore shows the future of eReading
"Its cloud-based eReading approach has several advantages over today’s ebooks which work primarily with downloaded files. First, the only thing you need to read these ebooks is a web browser. This covers every device from PCs to smartphones to tablets, even the Kindle which has an in-built browser. The Booki.sh reading experience is surprisingly good (try it on an iPad or smartphone). Secondly, because you can’t download these ebooks, you won’t need DRM. That should be a benefit for a lot of consumers and publishers."
"Its cloud-based eReading approach has several advantages over today’s ebooks which work primarily with downloaded files. First, the only thing you need to read these ebooks is a web browser. This covers every device from PCs to smartphones to tablets, even the Kindle which has an in-built browser. The Booki.sh reading experience is surprisingly good (try it on an iPad or smartphone). Secondly, because you can’t download these ebooks, you won’t need DRM. That should be a benefit for a lot of consumers and publishers."
Autism spectrum disorders: growing up special, in an ordinary world | The Toronto Observer Scarborough Observer Magazine |
Autism spectrum disorders: growing up special, in an ordinary world | The Toronto Observer Scarborough Observer Magazine |
the proof in this is a kid i once baby sat. He ended up interviewing Lyndon B. Johnson's daughters and getting publicly acknowledged by Chris Van Hollen. He was and still is a prodigy!
there is a reason why I call this the Superman Syndrome. it is because in the end we help make the world a better place.
the proof in this is a kid i once baby sat. He ended up interviewing Lyndon B. Johnson's daughters and getting publicly acknowledged by Chris Van Hollen. He was and still is a prodigy!
there is a reason why I call this the Superman Syndrome. it is because in the end we help make the world a better place.
Friday, April 27, 2012
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Social media helps launch bestselling detective writer | Majirox News
Social media helps launch bestselling detective writer | Majirox News
i can only hope it happens for me as well
i can only hope it happens for me as well
Saturday, April 21, 2012
Why Self-Published Authors Need Editors - GalleyCat
Why Self-Published Authors Need Editors - GalleyCat
This is something I agree with wholeheartedly. My mentor (my uncle Steven Pressfield) says I should be my own editor but I got the feeling that just wasnt for me. Luckily, Harrison came along and it has been great ever since. He and share so many opinions on things. The best part is he is also an indie author so he understands how hard it is. I think being writer is supposed to be a solitary kind of thing but having a partner makes it so much easier. Editors can be more then just your critics they can be your partners.
This is something I agree with wholeheartedly. My mentor (my uncle Steven Pressfield) says I should be my own editor but I got the feeling that just wasnt for me. Luckily, Harrison came along and it has been great ever since. He and share so many opinions on things. The best part is he is also an indie author so he understands how hard it is. I think being writer is supposed to be a solitary kind of thing but having a partner makes it so much easier. Editors can be more then just your critics they can be your partners.
Friday, April 20, 2012
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Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Monday, April 16, 2012
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Author Kathy Lette on her aspergers son and why she wouldn't change him | Mail Online
When I say 'you'll have to fight me for the last cupcake' he squares up: Author Kathy Lette on her aspergers son and why she wouldn't change him | Mail Online
I think the one thing that helped me the most is my family. The therapy and meds did help but it was the love and support of my family that made me strong.
I think the one thing that helped me the most is my family. The therapy and meds did help but it was the love and support of my family that made me strong.
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Teen with Asperger's encourages others to get help and get ahead | KVOA.com | Tucson, Arizona
Teen with Asperger's encourages others to get help and get ahead | KVOA.com | Tucson, Arizona
God knows how true that is. Getting help was the best thing that ever happened to me. I have no regrets.
God knows how true that is. Getting help was the best thing that ever happened to me. I have no regrets.
Friday, April 13, 2012
My first cover artist!
Ravenfire Studio - Home
Her name is Kimberly Mattia and she is currently taking commissions.
my first cover courtesy of Kimberly Mattia.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
My editor and his wife have had their baby!
At approximately 10:49pm on April 10th my editor Harrison R. Bradlow and his beautiful wife Amy helped bring fourth a beautiful addition to the world! A beautiful baby girl!
Lillian Chia Bradlow (I probably spelled the middle name wrong)
Welcome to the world Lily! Welcome to the world!
Lillian Chia Bradlow (I probably spelled the middle name wrong)
Welcome to the world Lily! Welcome to the world!