No matter what our genre, we authors - traditionally published, self-published and aspiring - can agree to one absolute truth: All writers are readers first and foremost! We scribblers are influenced heavily by what we read. Some books make a positive impression, some a negative one. Then there are some that have made such a lasting impression... Continue Reading →
The Post-Review: Calm Before the Storm by Cara Lake #Review #Romance #AmReading
As a book reviewer for Coffee Time Romance and More, I get to read a lot of fabulous books that I just want to gush about. Then there are some books I come across which, for one reason or another, may not tickle my personal fancy quite as much. For obvious reasons, CTR has a... Continue Reading →
My Blog Tour Has Begun
Hello hello!! This week marks the start of my official Boroughs blog tour. I'll be featured on some great book blogs all week with excerpts, guest posts and author interviews. Also, Boroughs Publishing is sponsoring a giveaway for my tour: you could win one of two $50 gift cards to spend at their online ebook... Continue Reading →
The Indie Author Feature Presents: Lee Wolf #Giveaway
CONTEST ALERT: Comment on our post, like, or share anywhere on social media and you could have a chance to win one of 3 copies of Romance Is for Other People! Don’t forget to use our contest hashtag #CTRIAF (For Facebook shares, remember to set your post to "Public" so we can find you). A Perfect Read, says... Continue Reading →
The Indie Author Feature Presents: Pamela DuMond #Giveaway
CONTEST ALERT: Comment on our post, like, or share anywhere on social media and you could have a chance to win one of 3 copies of Part Time Princess OR a $10 Amazon gift card! Don't forget to use our contest hashtag #CTRIAF Hold tight to your tiara, grab your scepter and be prepared for the... Continue Reading →
Why Being a Writer is Exhausting
I’ve been feeling unusually exhausted lately. Like I wake up, get the cats fed, get my son fed, get him off to summer camp, and start thinking about what I’ve got going on in my day, and by nine o’clock I’m ready to go back to bed. I know that my intense exhaustion has to... Continue Reading →
Creative Control: Reflecting on My Traditional Publishing Experience
Every self-published author has a reason for going the indie route. For some, it’s because they’ve grown tired of querying publishers and agents, only to be rejected time and again. For others, it’s because they’ve been traditionally published already, have established their name and their following of loyal readers, and are now ready to see... Continue Reading →
A Noble Deception: August 27th is the official release date
I feel like I'm ten feet off the ground right now. It's been confirmed: August 27th is the official release date for A Noble Deception! Sincere gratitude to the team at Boroughs Publishing Group for their expertise, and a special thank you to my editor, Jenni Hendricks, for her commitment to my book and her... Continue Reading →
The Indie Author Feature Presents: D.E. Haggerty
Wow this book was a lot of fun to read. The characters are a hoot!! - Diana's Book Reviews Will chasing imaginary killers make her miss her chance at love? Today on the Indie Author Feature with Coffee Time Romance and More, I'm pleased to welcome D.E. Haggerty, author of Murder, Mystery & Dating Mayhem. A... Continue Reading →
The Indie Author Feature Presents: Dena Garson #CTRIAF
Welcome to the Indie Author Feature with Coffee Time Romance and More. This week, we’re showcasing Dena Garson. Today, Ms. Garson shares insight into her novel, Risky Business. SHARE TO WIN: For a chance to win one of two copies of Dena Garson's book, share this post on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest and anywhere else, and mention our... Continue Reading →