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- Are you an Author, Reader, Publisher, Editor, Agent or Other?
- I am a published science-fiction, mystery, romance author, who writes in several genre's and whose novels have a touch of the paranormal in them.
- Do You Have A Website?
- Yes, I have two addresses:
http://elenadb.home.comcast.net
and
http://www.sarahslanding.com
- About Me:
- About me:
I am an author who writes in several genre's including: futuristic science fiction, and mystery romance novels that have a touch of the paranormal running through them. I started writing fiction seriously during my lunch hours at work. I needed the diversion since most of my writing at that time was devoted to technical writing. With my first published novel, I guess it started with my smoking. Yes, I used to smoke. I don't now, haven't for many years. But one day while sitting in my office during a break, after a real rough morning, I lit a cigarette. I watched the curled smoke from my cigarette rise toward the corner of the office disappearing into a crack in the wall. I watched this for several minutes wondering where the smoke was going. Was it just being swallowed up into the wall, or did it vanish into the nooks and crannies that were hidden from view and led to God knows where. Needless to say, my imagination took hold and before I knew it I was writing the first chapter to my science fiction/mystery/romance novel Sarah's Landing-I-Contact. I have since taken the smoking aspect out of the story and replaced that part of it with a human being — the lead character — which ultimately led to the birth of four complete novels in the Sarah's Landing Series. All four books in the series have been released in ebook format by Write Words, Inc., ebooksonthe.net. The print editions will be released sometime in 2007 by their imprint Cambridge Books.
My fifth published novel, a Romance/Suspense/Mystery Thriller, The House On The Bluff, first came into existence due to a mysterious, seemingly uninhabited house on a ledge that overlooked the ocean. A place where I had never seen anyone enter or leave in the many times I had visited there. It was as if the house sat there waiting for something or someone. It was a foreboding looking house, especially on a cloudy day. Still, there was something majestic about the way it stood its ground against the ocean crashing up against its seawall, and the mystery surrounding it — just added to the equation. This, too, lent itself to a three book series entitled The Legacy Series. All three books in the series have been released in ebook format by Write Words, Inc., ebooksonthe.net. The first two books in the series have been released in print by their imprint Cambridge Books. (www.cambridgebooks.us).
My eighth published novel, Time-Slip, is one in the Romantic Paranormal Suspense genre. At present, it is only available as an e-book, but hopefully it, too, will be released in paperback. This novel had its birth while researching ancient histories and lost civilizations. The thought occurred to me as I read certain books that what if, what they say is true, about a continent that disappeared in the Pacific? What if it all did happen exactly the way they say it did? But what if it all wasn't lost? What if a part of it was trapped in a sort of bubble, but no one, just by looking, would ever discover it? What then? What if some young archeologist decided to search for ancient artifacts and was caught in a seaquake, an undersea earthquake that opened the door to a portal that only the Earth remembers —and to an undersea world that shouldn't exist? This, too, will be released in print sometime in 2007 by Cambridge Books.
More about all of my novels, excepts and reviews can be read on my website: http://sarahslanding.com or http://elenadb.home.comcast.net
- Do you have a blog site?
- http://myspace.com/elenabowmanauthor
- Favorite Books:
- As well as having a library of movies, I have a vast library of books. From non-fiction to fiction. From historical to ancient mysteries. Some of my favorite authors are: Michener, Costain, Marion Zimmer Bradley, and Mary Higgins Clark. My newest favorites, which I highly recommend beside my own are: Nikki Leigh, Angela Verdenius, Donna Sundblad, Nora Peterson, Anne Whitfield, Gail Delaney, but that's not all of them...there are more.
- Favorite Bookstores on land or cyberspace
- Barnes and Noble, Borders, and Waldens
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Adams Point In Print
Hi, Everyone!
At last, the print edition of the third book in the Legacy Series, Adams Point, has been released and is up on Amazon.com. The publisher is Write Words, Inc., imprint Cambridge Books. The following is a brief look into the novel:
The strange spirits who, without rhyme or reason, or so much as a 'by your leave', had suddenly inhabited The House On The Bluff and caused a multitude of problems. It was not only that people were disappearing, which heightened their trepidation, but th… Continue
Posted on March 15th, 2008 at 1:04pm —
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New Video and Two New Print Editions
Hi, Everyone!
Just uploaded a new video of The Sarah's Landing Series. I chose to go with a silent movie since I couldn't find music that was really free to use. When I do, I will add music to it and the ISBN # to the print edition of Sarah's Landing-I - Contact.
Meanwhile, I have returned the galleys for Sarah's Landing-I to my publisher and hopefully it will be up on amazon soon. Contact, is the first book in The Sarah's Landing Series. All four books in this series, have… Continue
Just uploaded a new video of The Sarah's Landing Series. I chose to go with a silent movie since I couldn't find music that was really free to use. When I do, I will add music to it and the ISBN # to the print edition of Sarah's Landing-I - Contact.
Meanwhile, I have returned the galleys for Sarah's Landing-I to my publisher and hopefully it will be up on amazon soon. Contact, is the first book in The Sarah's Landing Series. All four books in this series, have… Continue
Posted on September 19th, 2007 at 4:03pm —
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Gatekeeper's Realm now on Amazon.com
Hi, Everyone!
I am ecstatic to announce that the second novel in my Legacy Series,
the Gatekeeper's Realm has been released in print by Write Words,
Inc., Cambridge Books and is now up on Amazon.com. Haven't received
my copy yet, but looking forward to holding it in my hands.
More good news: I just received a great review from Once Upon A
Romance for the third book in the series, Adam's Point., which,
according to my publisher, will be rele… Continue
I am ecstatic to announce that the second novel in my Legacy Series,
the Gatekeeper's Realm has been released in print by Write Words,
Inc., Cambridge Books and is now up on Amazon.com. Haven't received
my copy yet, but looking forward to holding it in my hands.
More good news: I just received a great review from Once Upon A
Romance for the third book in the series, Adam's Point., which,
according to my publisher, will be rele… Continue
Posted on June 10th, 2007 at 10:08am —
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Characters
Hi, I decided to try to introduce two of the characters in my
books. Don't know how this will work out, but would appreciate
your thoughts on this.
My name is Alexandra McKay. I am a character in the science fiction novels, by Elena Dorothy Bowman entitled the Sarah's Landing Series. I first arrived on the scene in her first book, The Contact. I was minding my own business looking out at the ocean when Joshua Morgan, the astronau…
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Posted on May 18th, 2007 at 3:16pm —
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The Coming Release of my Latest Novel
Hi, All:
I would like to announce the coming release of my latest novel, The Gatekeeper's Realm, which is Book Two in the Legacy Series, a romantic suspense mystery thriller. Write Words, Inc., imprint, Cambridge Books will be releasing the trade paperback edition of the Gatekeeper's Realm in June, 2007. The first book in the series, The House On The Bluff has already been released by Cambridge Books, and the third book in the series will be released later this year.
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I would like to announce the coming release of my latest novel, The Gatekeeper's Realm, which is Book Two in the Legacy Series, a romantic suspense mystery thriller. Write Words, Inc., imprint, Cambridge Books will be releasing the trade paperback edition of the Gatekeeper's Realm in June, 2007. The first book in the series, The House On The Bluff has already been released by Cambridge Books, and the third book in the series will be released later this year.
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Posted on April 24th, 2007 at 12:55pm —
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Great time at Mystery Authors Book Signing April 5 at B & N
Glad to say the Book Signing yesterday, April 5, at Barnes & Noble -
Arlington Heights, IL was a fun time & great success. We canvassed the store, sold our books and made new friends.
Now I have even more photos to add to my 2008 Book Signing page at
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Here's one to start out with.
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NEW 2008 BOOKSIGNINGS PAGE at www.morganmandel.com
You can find this photo & others, plus news on future book signings on the new, colorful page, 2008booksignings, which you can access by clicking on my profile photo on the main page at www.morganmandel.com or clicking the tab in the Morgan Lite Section.
Hope you enjoy them.
Morgan Mandel
GIRL OF MY DREAMS BOOK LAUNCH PARTY
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My Impressions - Barbara Walters Show & Academy Awards - Morgan Mandel
I've got a sore throat, which means a cold or the dreaded flu, but I got bored with sleeping.
To break the monotony, I watched Barbara Walters interview:
Miley Cyrus - or Destiny Hope Cyrus, which was the first name her parents gave her. She's 15 years old and already owns an entire wing in her parents' home. What a life!
Very engaging young girl who seems to have her head on straight despite all of her notoriety.
I also watched Barbara Walters interview Ellen Page, a very pretty 21 year old, very sensible, but she just had to close the interview singing a song which I can't get out of my head - nice little ditty.
Vanessa Williams - who spoke about the controversy over her nude photos and admitted they weren't worth it in the long run. Very lovely woman who admitted she, like many other movie stars, uses Botox.
Harrison Ford - who says his new Indiana Jones movie, set for release in May, will not hide the passage of time. Harrison himself is now 65, but doesn't look it.
I love the glamor of the Academy Awards. I particularly enjoy watching what the stars wear and how their hair is done. Sometimes they look completely different in person than on the sample movie clips shown.
Many of the women are wearing strapless gowns - which always make me a bit nervous - how do they keep them up without spilling out of them?
Anyway, I haven't seen any of the movies, but will eventually do so on DVD.
I just watched Tilda Swinton win supporting actress. She looked totally surprised. It was refreshing to see that much spontaneity.
Anyway, I'm signing off now so I can enjoy the rest of the Awards - Also to Dream that some day my romantic comedy, GIRL OF MY DREAMS by Morgan Mandel can be made into a movie - Well, I did say it was a dream, didn't I?
Morgan Mandel
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To break the monotony, I watched Barbara Walters interview:
Miley Cyrus - or Destiny Hope Cyrus, which was the first name her parents gave her. She's 15 years old and already owns an entire wing in her parents' home. What a life!
Very engaging young girl who seems to have her head on straight despite all of her notoriety.
I also watched Barbara Walters interview Ellen Page, a very pretty 21 year old, very sensible, but she just had to close the interview singing a song which I can't get out of my head - nice little ditty.
Vanessa Williams - who spoke about the controversy over her nude photos and admitted they weren't worth it in the long run. Very lovely woman who admitted she, like many other movie stars, uses Botox.
Harrison Ford - who says his new Indiana Jones movie, set for release in May, will not hide the passage of time. Harrison himself is now 65, but doesn't look it.
I love the glamor of the Academy Awards. I particularly enjoy watching what the stars wear and how their hair is done. Sometimes they look completely different in person than on the sample movie clips shown.
Many of the women are wearing strapless gowns - which always make me a bit nervous - how do they keep them up without spilling out of them?
Anyway, I haven't seen any of the movies, but will eventually do so on DVD.
I just watched Tilda Swinton win supporting actress. She looked totally surprised. It was refreshing to see that much spontaneity.
Anyway, I'm signing off now so I can enjoy the rest of the Awards - Also to Dream that some day my romantic comedy, GIRL OF MY DREAMS by Morgan Mandel can be made into a movie - Well, I did say it was a dream, didn't I?
Morgan Mandel
www.morganmandel.com
Girl of My Dreams by Morgan Mandel Now Available For Order
Hi everyone,After all the stress of the Holiday Season, you'll need a break. Consider ordering Girl of My Dreams, my new romantic comedy about an assistant turned reality show contestant, to be shipped after 1/1/08. (Guys, if you order early, you'll be set for a Valentine's Day gift!)
WHAT'S GIRL OF MY DREAMS ABOUT?
When food poisoning strikes the set of a new reality show, Jillian, the straitlaced assistant, steps in and becomes a contestant. The transformed Jillian is swept up into travel and adventure, as each round brings her closer to winning the millionaire. Too bad he's not the one she loves.
Order information for print books is at:
http://www.hardshell.com/Search.aspx?Keyword=Morgan+Mandel
If you prefer ebooks, at present Girl of My Dreams is also available at All Romance Ebooks. You can't miss it at:
www.allromanceebooks.com
I'll let you know when it also comes up at Amazon.
Have a Merry Christmas!
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Thank you for the beautiful Christmas Message. Wishing you and yours a wonderful and the very best Christmas Ever. MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
Elena
Elena Dorothy Bowman
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Journey to the Rim of Space and Beyond
http://elenadb.home.comcast.net
http://www.sarahslanding.com
http://www.myspace.com/elenabowmanauthor
http://elenadorothybowmansbooks.blogspot.com/
I would like to announce a book signing at Barnes and Noble Booksellers, 235 Daniel Webster Highway, Nashua, New Hampshire on Sunday, September 16, 2007 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. I will be signing the first two books in the Legacy Series, The House On The Bluff, and the Gatekeeper's Realm. Hope anyone in the area would drop in and say hello...buy a book or two as well if so inclined.
Best,
Elena Dorothy Bowman
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http://elenadb.home.comcast.net
http://www.myspace.com/elenabowmanauthor
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e-mail: elenadb@comcast.net
If there is anything you need please let me know and I will be happy to help. Just pop by my profile and leave a message any time or just come by to say hello. I have some great products that are life changing. I also own a website development and hosting company with a blog if your looking for anything in that line. My wife has a poetry site that I have linked to. Also check out my links to some other great communities.
Check out moneyspace its a great place like this too.
Joine me there at:
http://moneyspaceonline.ning.com/profile/kylewa
Thanks again,
Kyle
I would like to announce to the group that the second novel in the Legacy Series, the Gatekeeper's Realm has been released in print by Write Words, Inc., Cambridge Books and is now up on Amazon.com. Haven't received my copy yet, but looking forward to holding it in my hands.
More good news: I just received a great review from Once Upon A Romance for the third book in the series, Adam's Point., which, according to my publisher, will be released in print after the Sarah's Landing Series.
Here's a preview of the review:
A brooding apparition hangs over the House on The Bluff on Adam’s Point. People are missing and the spirit that has taken control of the house isn’t about to give them up easily. While Ethan and Abigail are used to dealing with the vagaries of their house and the usual spirits that inhabit it, they have no idea how to deal with this new spirit who seems to be holding the house and its occupants hostage.
As the house both attracts and repels the inhabitants, Ethan, Abigail and their guests begin their search for their missing friends within. As they search the mystery surrounding the house starts to unwind as portals into other worlds open up. Can they survive long enough to save those who are trapped?
To read the entire review...here's the link:
http://www.onceuponaromance.net/Adam'sPointReview.htm
Elena
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Journey to the Rim of Space and Beyond with
Elena Dorothy Bowman – author
Sarah's Landing-I - Sarah's Landing-II
Sarah's Landing-III – Sarah's Landing-IV
The House On The Bluff – Time-Rift
Gatekeeper's Realm - Adam's Point
Publisher: Write Words, Inc.
Available now at:
http://www.cambridgebooks.us
http://www.amazon.com
http://www.ebooksonthe.net
http://www.mobipocket.com
http://www.fictionwise.com
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Thank you for accepting my invitation. Happy to have you all as friends.
Best
Elena
Thanks for adding me as a friend :) Here's hoping you have a wonderful holiday weekend, filled with many fun moments and fond memories :)
Best wishes for continued success,
Shawna
Glad to be one within your circcle of friends
Thanks for the invite - I see we have tons in common - not just the I quit smoking but the writing in multi genres and themes. We also share some favorite authors - I loved the brief look into your what if? and a story is born... Good work and congratulation on all your publishing sucesses.
Billie
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