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July 31st Blog Blitz

So, I was thinking of a big on-line effort on the morning of July 31st when Prodigy of Rainbow Tower debuts.  This would involve many bloggers posting the cover art, description, Amazon site, Goodreads site, and the site for Beginning … Continue reading

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Sneak Peek: Proving Themselves

“What if we could prove that we aren’t useless?” Luke suggests, clearing his throat and standing at attention. “I’m a graduate of Hamilton Military Academy and this woman is an apprentice of Rainbow Tower. Surely these credentials should allow us … Continue reading

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Starting Up the Hype Machine

Legends of Windemere: Prodigy of Rainbow Tower will be debuting on July 31st.  Until then, I need to build up hype.  I’m still tweeting about the first book and adding ‘sequel coming soon’ to them.  I set up the Goodreads … Continue reading

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Prodigy of Rainbow Tower Finished Cover

Legends of Windemere: Prodigy of Rainbow Tower Release Date: July 31, 2013 Cover Art: Jason Pedersen Say hello to Nyx.

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So Jamie’s Got a Gun (Part 2 of Weapons in Writing Series)

I know I said I would be posting these on Wednesday, but I couldn’t let this one wait.  I know practically nothing about firearms.  I stick to medieval weaponry in my books, so I’ve never had to research.  TJ Therien … Continue reading

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July Hates Indie Authors?

Beginning of a Hero finally fell into the 100,000 ranking area, which I’m shrugging off.  Can’t figure out how one 1 book sale can launch me into the 20,000 area while a 3 book sale day only puts me in … Continue reading

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Ancient Notes on Traps

I wrote the original notes for Legends of Windemere back in college.  That was 11-15 years ago and I was an idiot back then.  Apparently, I thought I would have all the books written before I graduated because none of … Continue reading

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Test Scene: It Had to Come Down to This

I came up with an idea for a much later book.  It’s part of the final battle between Nyx and Trinity, which isn’t a spoiler because it’s made very clear that they are going to have a fight like this.  … Continue reading

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Beginning of a Hero Goodreads Quiz

I’ve been eying the quizzes on Goodreads and wondering if I should make one for Beginning of a Hero.  I’m just having trouble making 25-30 questions.  I’d be happy if anyone has suggestions or feedback on what I already have: … Continue reading

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Unlimited Ammo and One-Handed Greatswords? (Part 1 of a Series)

We’ve all seen or read about it.  An 8-shot revolver having 10 bullets?  An enormous sword being wielded by a slender warrior?  Standing a few feet away from an explosion and not getting touched?  These can be great scenes and … Continue reading

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