Some have asked how Island of Stone came to be. My first few books were very heavy on research. For Vril, I had to delve into Nazi history and secret organizations. For the Land In-Between, it was religion and demonology. For Slaying of the Bull, it was medieval Europe, Mongolian history and culture, and theContinue reading “Where did the Island come from?”
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Last day of free promotion
Well, it has been a whirlwind few days. When I first uploaded my book to Amazon, it took a lot to press that publish button. A million things ran through my mind and most of them were not good. It has been my dream to be an author, an aspiration I’ve had since a child,Continue reading “Last day of free promotion”
Updates
As mentioned in my last post, a good friend provided me with some great feedback. She was the first to read (and finish) my book. When she reached out to let me know that she found some errors with an offer to help, I thought the product I put out into the world was inContinue reading “Updates”
Numbers going up
Island of Stone is moving. As of this post 48 people have acquired my book in three days! That is so exciting and I can’t thank people enough for supporting my fledgling writing career. I think the story is a good one, with plenty of mystery, twists, and action. I hope you enjoy. I knowContinue reading “Numbers going up”
Work continues
I’m about a forth of the way through Vril and things are running smoothly. It is fun to read the book, because honestly, there is a lot I forgot. I’m also working through my marketing plan for Island of Stone and trying to get it out to as many people as possible. It is currentlyContinue reading “Work continues”
Vril reborn
Island of Stone is published and now its time to market and get an audience. Amazon is telling me that one person had purchased the book and 6 have downloaded free copies. I have a long road ahead. Now, I’m focusing on getting some of my older works up to speed to join Island ofContinue reading “Vril reborn”
And so it begins…
So after ten years, the Island of Stone, my first Amazon-published book, is out there in the world. Like a newborn baby, it is raw and pink, and very delicate. As the creator of this thing, it is a thrilling albeit terrifying time. Will I succeed? Statistics say probably not, but I am hopeful! ThisContinue reading “And so it begins…”
