The Wedding Report releases September 22nd! Today I share my favorite scene between Chantelle and Lance. Another favorite song of mine is Anne Drury’s “One Step.” I heard this song clear as day when writing this scene and it made it that much more real as I envisioned my characters. Have your copy yet? Click here https://books2read.com/u/31Gow6
Thank you for the birthday wishes! Also, thanks so much for your support of Thinking of Zoe!
Today’s my birthday! Thank you all for your support! I appreciate it.
Thinking of Zoe releases August 29th! Get your copy today! I’ve also included a snippet of another song I think fits Alex and Zoe! It literally came to me after writing the story, so it’s not included in the book. You’ll only be able to hear on it Anchor’s platform. Enjoy! Click here to get your copy! https://books2read.com/u/3RNWrj
I’m about 7K into my first cozy mystery, Photo Bombed. Thinking of Zoe releases August 29th! Pre-order if you’d like or you can read it now on Smashwords with my pre-sale.
Thinking of Zoe is in the final stages! August 29th so pre-order at any major retailers! Have you read the first chapters of Those We Love in Blue yet? Click here for a free sample https://dl.bookfunnel.com/3sm2kq91sc
Another article from BookBub with tips on how to hit the bestseller list. While this isn’t a guarantee for your book, there’s no harm in trying! You never know what you might learn. https://insights.bookbub.com/promo-stacking-helps-authors-hit-bestseller-lists/
I saw an article that asked should authors write their books with the present events occurring? Should the pandemic be included in your story line? How much would your story change? Thought this was interesting. Article by BookBaby “The Coronavirus: The Elephant in The Room.”
I’m putting together my lists of suspects! Things are coming together as I write my first cozy mystery, Photo Bombed! Are you writing a mystery? Listen in for some tips! Nancy J. Cohen’s book Writing the Cozy Mystery is mentioned in this episode.
I watched a webinar by DIYMFA a few weeks back and it talked about growing your newsletter. We’ve discussed this before but I want to revisit it. I also have a surprise! Tune in.
Thinking of Zoe is in revision mode. I did take a break from it so I can come back with a fresh perspective. Plan is to still release in the fall! So many ideas but I’m excited!
If you’ve been following me on Goodreads, you’ll notice Christian Fiction and Cozy Mystery have been added. It’s true I’m branching out to write other genres! Don’t worry sweet romance will be my primary, but I want to try others. Have a listen!
The contest is halfway there at critiquematch.com! I’m glad I was apart of this contest to help fellow writers with their work. Listen to hear my experience.
Christmas Therapy is here! Get your copy, paperback or ebook, and enjoy this sweet holiday romance! Christmas in July! Click here https://books2read.com/u/b5Q1rA
I did an interview with blogger/writer/editor Kirsten McNeill’s blog “The Art is Ours.” I share in the post my experiences as a Black woman as we deal with racism in this country and around the world. Not to mention my experience as a Black writer. No, I don’t speak for the entire Black community, but I can tell one thing, “the look” is real. Check out this link to read the full interview! https://kirstenmcneill.com/daria-white-author-interview
As I judge in the FictionFive contest, I saw some key things that stood out in the manuscripts. We all know the basics to a certain extent. I say never stop learning. Be willing to keep growing. Listen in to some tips I’ve given to the entries I’m reading.
My next novel I’m working on is The Wedding Report! I have three plot twists in the making so I’m in revision mode. Thinking of Zoe is underway, and there’s one more day to sign up for contest. Are you ready? critiquematch.com is mentioned in this episode.
Critique Match is hosting its FictionFive contest! Unpublished authors can have the first five pages (1500 words) critiqued by top rated writers, volunteering judges, and later by developmental editors. Guess who’s one of the judges? Visit critiquematch.com to enter your work or be a volunteer judge!
Thinking of Zoe (Bridge Point Romance, Book 3) is finished! It’s around 38-39K, so it’s the longest so far in the series. And... it leads into book four, Something about Bailey! Yes, Jackson and Bailey are back! The couple that started it all!
*Disclaimer * A special episode for Juneteenth!
Christmas Therapy comes out next month! I’m working on the paperback now, so pre-order if you haven’t already. In this episode, I also include some songs from my playlist. Not your typical playlist, but I believe music is universal. As we build the bridge, let’s find out what we have in common. Deal?
*Disclaimer* (another special episode). One of my favorite lines in the movie Black Panther is when Angela Bassett yells to her son in his first official battle for the throne, “tell him who you are!” I love that line. When he says who he is, he wins the battle. He remembered. These past few weeks have been tough, but as part of building a bridge, I’ll tell you who I am. We may have more in common than you think.
*Disclaimer: This is a special thank you to you all for being supportive during this time as we watch what’s happening in our country and around the world.
We’ve all heard of pre-orders, but what about a presale? Smashwords has launched its presale features that allows readers not only to reserve their copy, but they can read it prior to the release day! How am I working with this new feature? Have a listen!
I saw a post from last month on ProWritingAid’s blog that I thought I’d share. Having trouble finishing a manuscript? I have. Have a listen for some tips to help you finish your book. prowritingaid.com is mentioned in this episode.
Thinking of Zoe is still going! I’ve yet to write the second plot point, but I’m excited as I build to the climax. Also, I have another announcement but I won’t share until later. Tune in for more.
I’ve written over 25K for camp! The thing is... I’m not finished with the story as I thought I would. Listen in to hear my progress.
Book 2 is here! Check your local retailers for your copy today. Thanks so much for your support of this series.
We’re about halfway into Camp NaNoWriMo. How’s my project coming? How’s yours?
Remember The Wedding Report? This time last year I was writing this story during Camp NaNo 2019 April. I set it to the side and moved on to another story. Guess what? It’s back! Listen in for tips in case you’re stuck with a story.
