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- Are you an Author, Reader, Publisher, Editor, Agent or Other?
- Author, Reader
- Do You Have A Website?
- yes, www.charlottesmysteries.com
- About Me:
- Retired Deputy Sheriff; author of two murder mysteries: Switched: A Detective Hardrock Mystery; Say Aloha to Murder: A Detective Hardrock Mystery. Had my first mystery short story published recently.
I am a member of Mystery Writer's of America, American Business Women's Assoc., Sisters in Crime, Toastmasters, and contributing writer to the southwest Florida Women's Digest.
- Favorite Books:
- Bill Crider, (my favorite) Agatha Christie, Janet Evanovich,(second favorite) Carol Higgins Clark, Mary Higgins Clark, Dorothy Sayers, many other mystery authors too numerous to list
- Favorite Bookstores on land or cyberspace
- Bookstores are all pretty much the same
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Did you eat any of these foods at Thanksgiving dinner?
Since it's a busy time and an eating time, here's an easy poll to take in the left column. It's okay to pick multiple answers as long as they don't conflict. You can also leave a comment about a particularly favorite dish, if you wish.Morgan
Still Time Plus Giving Thanks
Still time to let us know below when you read.Today, at http://acmeauthorslink.blogspot.com/ I'm giving thanks for the gift of writing. What about you?
When Do You Read?
When I stopped to catch my breath after publishing Killer Career, it dawned on me I'd neglected the enjoyment of reading for too long. During my ten minute breakfast, I'd read the newspaper or a writing magazine, but couldn't get into fiction because I'd have to tear myself away too soon to leave for work.I'd spent most of my commuting time on the train either writing or promoting my books, and at lunch the same.
On vacation, I'd had time to read and wanted to spend more time on the other side of the book, so to speak.
To remedy the situation, I tuck a paperback into my tote bag each morning. I read it sometimes on the commuter train, most of the time during lunch or my breaks.
At home in the evening, I very rarely read. There's too much noise and too many interruptions from the TV, the dog and the DH. Right now for example, Rascal is whining for no reason except to get my attention, while a commercial is playing in the living room.
Anyway, I'm glad to have found a way to fit reading back into my schedule and look forward to my time away from the real world each day, even though it's for a short while.
What about you? When do you read?
Harlequin at War with RWA and MWA
With the announcement of the new Horizons line by Harlequin, the battle has begun. RWA's denounced Harlequin for opening this vanity line, going so far as to take away recommended publisher status and free attendance privileges at the RWA National Conference. MWA has issued a warning and is awaiting Harlequin's response.
On the surface, it seems that Harlequin is trying to take advantage of writers who, unable to get traditional publishing contracts, will gladly pay to get their books published. It doesn't appear they'll make much of a profit by doing so.
Although Harlequin says that the HH line, as it will be dubbed, will be kept separate from the traditional Harlequin books as far as distribution and advertising goes, many traditional Harlequin authors are still uneasy, wondering if Harlequin's strength and reputation could be diluted by this latest move.
As with other industries, the book industry is struggling to keep afloat in these troubling financial times. Maybe this is just one more way for Harlequin to ensure a cash flow by offering an avenue for authors who may have fallen through the cracks or who would just like a book published as a keepsake. Whether or not the books are up to par in quality may or may not be relevant to such individuals seeking such a service. The trickle down effect still has serious authors worried.
What's your take on Harlequin's move? Is Harlequin cheapening its brand, or hedging its bets to cover all bases in a competitive market? Will this be good or bad for Harlequin, and/or for authors in general?
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London, much like New York is made up of many areas. The City of London is indeed known as the square mile and comprises the financial district. This area is deserted come the weekend unlike all other areas of London. Moving outward London is divided in to North and South London and even this is then subdivided in NE, NW, E, W, SE and SW London. Each area has its own unique flavour and charm. I myself come from East London and am very proud of the fact. East Londoners are universally known as Cockneys and have a history of being rough diamonds, gangsters and wide boys! I am not sure which of the above I am! London is organic and has grown as the population swells. Its growth has now claimed parts of the surrounding counties (your states) reaching into Kent, Essex, and other areas known now as Greater London. I am unsure of the square milage of the whole of London but it is vast and growing.
Yes, we are in the throes of autumn/fall, it is just past 6pm and the sun is already in the descent. I only returned from Florida on Sunday and already miss the warmth even though it was a humid 90 degree plus most days!
I am about to turn my hand to the last few chapters of my next novel, which I am way late on. Novels don't get any easier no matter how many you write.
I read at least one or two books each week, sometimes more. I read a lot of mystery, of course, but I also like literary fiction and biographies. And, I'm a huge fan of Poe. Oh, and Lewis Grizzard's books still make me laugh.
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