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September 28, 2013

Afternoon eBook Deal 9/28

...touching romantic reunion, gut-twisting suspense, and wrenching emotional impact. ~ Teresa Medeiros

The writing pulls you in, you don't want to stop reading. ~ Rosi


Tidewater

Newly married and settled in coastal Farnham, Massachusetts, Sarann Bonniface finally has a steadfast, respectable husband at her side and an elegant roof over her head. Now she intends to concentrate on the most pressing matter at hand: taming her newly rebellious teenager.Though Sarann is well aware her daughter isn't thrilled to have a new stepfather, it never occurs to her that Abigail might go looking for the birth father she never knew-or that he can even be found. Ben McElwyn is so mired in the myth Sarann created that even she isn't sure who he really was. But she's about to find out....As Sarann's once idyllic days begin to spin out of control, someone is playing games with her mind, and she no longer trusts anyone around her. Not her resentful daughter. Not her brooding husband. Not Ben. Maybe not even herself....

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September 27, 2013

Afternoon eBook Deal 9/27

A fab, fun mystery. ~ Sibel Hodge

This series has me laughing out loud. ~ Jan


The Hitwoman and the Family Jewels

How do you say “no” to a mob boss?

When bumbling hitwoman Maggie Lee is asked by her mob boss employer to kill a cop, she wants to say no.

When her sexy murder mentor, Patrick Mulligan tells her the cop in question is a guy she once dated, she REALLY wants to refuse.

But when her former date, Paul Kowalski tries to kill her, she changes her tune to “Hell, yes!”

Maggie and Patrick grow closer as they scramble to figure out what it is that Kowalski is looking for and what it has to do with her prison escapee father.

Maggie’s search is hampered by the presence of US Marshals hunting her father and her crazier-than-usual family.

Along with her snarky talking lizard, grammatically-challenged Doberman, and a pissy cat, she races to solve the mystery and protect her family. But nothing in Maggie’s life ever goes as planned…

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Name that Book: Character Pairings


Up for another challenge? Can you guess the title of the book from the character pairs provided? Let me know how you did in the comments (and it's okay to cheat by following the links).


1. Isabel and Henry (find the answer at Amazon)

2. Diana and Matthew (read my review)

3. Gabriel and Julia (read my review)

4. Elder and Amy (read my review)

5. Megan and Guy (read my review)

6. Joan and Ken (read my review)

7. Jacob and Marlena (read my review)

8. Grace and Mo (read my review)

9. Marlo and Nik (read my review)

10. Jack and Eva (find the answer at Amazon)



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September 26, 2013

Afternoon eBook Deal 9/26

The twists and turns along with the fantasy were mesmerizing. ~ S

...an easy read that kept the pages turning. ~ Shanna

Awaken

While summering in a New England campground, mind reading thirteen-year-old twins, Meghan and Colin Jacoby, discover they have until the rising of the Blue Moon to help save the life of a young man, whose caravan is forced to flee through a magical portal to another world, without him.

In the process, they have a dark awakening when their own simple, normal world, begins to collide with the complexities of the magical world. The twins face unimaginable dangers, which thrust them into an unexpected choice: to live as they always have or to learn the truth about their past and enter a world that is equally thrilling and terrifying.

More importantly, however, is whether they even have a choice, or will destiny not only force this new magical reality upon them, but require them to sacrifice everyone they love in doing so?

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Benefits of Freelance Writing and Guest Blogging

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I often hear from authors who wish they could write full-time, or bloggers who want to make a living from their blog. This past spring, Jolie du Pre shared how she supplemented her fiction writing with article writing. I have always encouraged authors to guest blog. There are many benefits to freelance writing and guest blogging for both the author and the blogger. However, knowing how to get started can be a bit daunting.


What is freelance writing and guest blogging?

Freelance writing is also referred to as article writing. Magazines, newspapers, and other publications often hire freelancers for various projects. Online news sites also employ freelance writers. Freelance jobs typically pay the writer for their article. It may be a small fee, $5 - $10, or can be much larger depending on the publication and your resume. 

Guest blogging is when you write an article, or post, for a blog that is not your own. Typically there is no payment for guest blogging. You are probably most familiar with guest blogging when it comes to tours and promoting your book. However, bloggers can also be guest bloggers and authors can guest blog without it being part of a marketing campaign. 


Why would you freelance write or guest blog?

You are probably thinking, 'I can barely find time to work on my book or write up that review for the book I read last week, why would I spend time writing something else'. There are two big benefits to freelance writing and guest blogging. 

One, you build awareness of your brand. In other words, you get your name out there for people to see. Even if you are not talking about your book in the article you are writing, you normally get a short bio included in the article. The bio can mention your book or link to your site. The article I wrote for The Georgia AUTHORity included a one line bio in which I linked back to my blog. Getting your name seen and a mention of your book or blog in a larger publication is why I ask my clients about other interests and topics they are knowledgeable about. Journalists are always looking for sources to provide a quote. In an age when less space is being used to promote books or publications that are completely closed to indie authors, being quoted in an article can provide needed publicity. By writing an article for other publications, you are widening the audience that sees your name. 

Two, it can add to your bottom-line. The more people that see your writing the more sales you are likely to have. For bloggers, it means more readers coming to your blog. If you are using affiliate links or running ads on your site, the increased traffic can earn you more revenue. And as I've already mentioned, you can earn money directly from the sale of your article.

A third benefit is just a bonus, you are providing audiences with a sample of your writing and building credibility. With the thousands of new books being published and the hundreds of blogs out there, proving your credibility is more important than ever. In this evolving industry often the difference between amateur and professional is the writer's reputation.


How do you start freelance writing or guest blogging?

I suggest begin with guest blogging. Opportunities to guest blog are pretty easy to come by. (I'm currently looking for guest posts for October). While blog hosts may have a topic in mind, I recommend pitching your own idea. I also recommend that your topic of choice not be about your book. A great way to find a topic is to see what is popular in the news and then add your spin to the topic. It is currently Banned Books Week. Timely topics would include censorship, the changing views of what is appropriate in literature, history behind a banned book. Yes, the topic may take some research or knowledge on the subject. The reason I suggest starting with guest blogging is because you will need writing samples to get the higher paying jobs. You will also need to show that you have the skills to research a topic.

To find the freelance writing jobs you will need to do a little digging. There are a number of sites that publish opportunities. I recently signed up for the Freedom With Writing newsletter. It provides a nice combination of reviews of sites offering jobs and tips on getting the jobs. Also, do a search of magazines and local publications, most have websites that provide submission guidelines. 

Remember to add bibliographical information for any published work (either from a freelance job or from guest blogging) to your media kit. If there are online links available add them to the about me or media page of your blog.



Donna Huber is an avid reader and natural encourager. She is the blogger behind Girl Who Reads and author of the how-to manual Secrets to a Successful Blog Tour.



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September 25, 2013

Afternoon eBook Deal 9/25

It's Triple Deal Day! 
Get all 3 Nate Rocks books for 99 cents each.


Nate Rocks the World

Nate Rocks can do it all: part super-hero, part all-star athlete, part rock-star… part fourth-grader?

Ten-year-old Nathan Rockledge cannot catch a break. After all, life as a fourth-grader can be hazardous what with science projects to deal with and recess football games to avoid. Everyone, including his best friend Tommy, seems to have bad luck when hanging around Nathan. Throw in an older sister who is a royal pain, a dad who is stuck in the past, and a mom who keeps trying to poison him with her awful cooking, and poor Nathan’s life as a fourth grader appears to be completely doomed. 

Armed only with his sketchpad, his imagination, and his wits, Nathan Rockledge navigates the perils of the fourth grade in style, to emerge heroic, as Nate Rocks, proving that even a ten-year-old can accomplish great things.

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Nate Rocks the Boat

The Adventure Continues... With fourth grade finally winding down, 10-year-old Nathan Rockledge is looking forward to a fun and relaxing summer at home with his friends. That is, until his mom decides he has to go to overnight camp with his annoying older sister. When his best friend, Tommy, decides to tag along, Nathan thinks maybe his summer won't actually be so bad. After all, he does get to be away from his mom's awful cooking for an entire six weeks. Amongst Color War competitions, a flaky counselor, and a bully named "No-Neck," Nathan turns to his trusty sketchpad, transforming himself into Nate Rocks: 10-year-old extraordinaire. His speedboat ready for action, Nate saves the day time and again from the perils of floods, snakes, ghosts, and even the most wanted criminals. Join Nathan, Tommy, Abby, and a whole new cast of characters as Nate Rocks once again proves nothing can hold him back.

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Nate Rocks the School

Nate Rocks Is At It Again . . .

According to Nathan Rockledge, fifth grade has plenty of perks. Oh sure, there’s more work, and he still has to deal with the know-it-all, Lisa Crane. Luckily, there is a lot to look forward to as well: a laser tag birthday party, baseball at recess, and even a cool Halloween dance. Of course, all of that means nothing without the biggest perk of all … the class trip to New York City in the spring. If his class can raise enough money to go, that is.

Give Nathan paper and a pencil, and watch as his imagination turns him into Nate Rocks, hero and fifth-grade super star. With adventures abound, Nate saves the day time and again. But will Nate be able to save the fifth grade trip?

Join Nathan, his hilarious family, and his friends, as he rocks the school in another fun Nate Rocks adventure. 

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