Monthly Archives: March 2011
Goodreads, You no longer elude me
I’m feeling extra fancy today because I have finally figured out Goodreads. Yes, I know, it’s impressive. And not to brag or anything, but I have 11 friends already. (Read subtext: Please friend me using the “Goodreads” link in … Continue reading
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Three Story Skills by Donald Maass
I’ve been reading a copy of The Breakout Novelist by Donald Maass, so I wanted to share an article sent in by his publicist. More on The Breakout Novelist later, but it’s a great desk reference! Three Story Skills … Continue reading
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I’m sorry, what book did you write this week?
So I went on this date awhile back and we got to talking about writing a bit. Him: So you write sometimes, huh? Me: Yep! Him: What do you write? Me: Middle grade and young adult books mainly. I ghostwrite … Continue reading
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Review: Anna and the French Kiss (more aptly titled “My Ode to Anna”)
Ummm…How did I forget to profess my love for Anna and the French Kiss? I have no idea, but it was a serious oversight. So yeah, I love Anna and the French Kiss. We’re talking close to Before I Fall-style, … Continue reading
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Switching Gears
Apparently I was being a bit cavalier about this whole ghostwriting thing. I’d written a sample before getting the job awhile ago and was really thinking it wouldn’t be all that difficult to switch gears from my own YA project … Continue reading
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Rules for My Friends and Family While My Book is on Submission
It’s that time again, people. Read this refresher carefully and pretend that I’m not legit crazy. This is a rerun but with a couple new additions. It’s never too early to start your continuing education, my friends. For those … Continue reading
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Go Ask Alice–Real or Fake?
I finally got an audio version of Go Ask Alice and have been listening to it every free second I’ve had in my car. I’ve heard Go Ask Alice pegged often as one of the first modern YA books and, … Continue reading
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Review: The Liar Society by Lisa and Laura Roecker
The Liar Society came out yesterday! Have you read it? If not, you totally should. Reading level: Young Adult Paperback: 368 pages Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire (March 1, 2011) Since when do the dead send emails? Kate Lowry’s best friend Grace … Continue reading
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