Nate's book is now out!

D. Nathan Hilliard's book, THE WAYS OF KHREM, is available on Amazon! If you enjoy Fantasy--this will be right up your alley.

THE WAYS OF KHREM 















Congratulations and all best wishes to Nate!

Cherri

In Search of Book Holders

Gearing up for ApolloCon at the end of June is quickly approaching. Doing book signings and setting up the table has always been a little tricky for me. For a writer, displaying your books on the table is necessary. I've always used little plate easels and the books fall over. So, I jumped on Amazon and found the Book Stands that are perfect. (scroll overBook Stands and you can see what I purchased...perfect!) 

On a personal note, yesterday was Mother's Day and I do hope all women took some time to reflect on their Moms or bask in the glory of being one. Mothers are truly special and should be honored.

This morning I'm anxious to get back to my current project and charge back into Becky McAllen's world in my next novel, titled, "The Scent of Silence." She's funny, full of beans, and finds laughing to be the best medicine. She's smart, clever, and is humbled by the folks in her life. I like this gal.

A ping of an idea keeps tapping in my brain to write about a character living in a much darker frame of mind than Becky McAllen. All my work carries lots of humor, this one won't be. In order for me to do this, I'll have to stand naked before the world and strip out of the inhibitions I hold so close inside. Am I ready? Oh yeah--it's time.

Happy Trails and Happy Monday,
Cherri

Promoting Myself

The Scent of Money, my first novel is one chosen for Eurostar's Chief Executive as his "favourite book." Sooo, since it's mine, too, thought I would mention this today, since Mother's Day is Sunday--Kindle users can download it in a flash! 

Happy Mother's Day to all---
Cherri

Sharing in Celebration

Last night, D. Nathan Hilliard and I celebrated at Denny's Restaurant over his upcoming new release; THE WAYS OF KHREM. It's his debut novel and for all fantasy lovers--this one is a winner. Nate's book will be coming out about mid-May on Amazon. Look for it! 

Other news we discussed over hamburgers, fries, and coffee was how quickly the world of publishing is changing before our very eyes and on a day-to-day level. Right now, I can't shout loud enough, is the greatest time in the world to be published. 

So much of the stigma is disappearing towards self-published writers and the doors are opening on all scopes--this is a good thing. What choices we make as writers should be ours to make with honor. No matter what road we wish to walk--after all it's our personal journey to strive. 

"Impact For Murder" excites me to talk about, but it's too soon before publication. So, I must curtail my enthusiasm and pause with a deep breath. But, as time nears September, I'll let her rip! 

Happy Trails,
Cherri

L&L Dreamspell, publisher

L&L Dreamspell, is my publisher. Two women, Linda Houle and Lisa Smith are the L&L in Dreamspell. They are the best in the business and I'm proud to be a member of our Dreamteam. 
Recently, Linda Houle published a guide book, "The Naked Truth About Publishing," and I want to post the cover and the write-up here on my blog. 


I think every new writer who is considering the highway to publishing should read this book. Linda really does spill the beans and tells all in her "The Naked Truth About Publishing"! Below--follow her story. Happy Trails, Cherri

The Naked Truth About Book Publishing

Print ISBN 978-1-60318-802-9 $8.95
Ebook ISBN 978-1-60318-803-6 $3.99

Like the legendary Phoenix—with a cycle of death in flames, then rebirth—books, and publishing, are undergoing a major metamorphosis.
The Naked Truth about Book Publishing takes a quick and dirty peek at the realities of publishing. Whether you are an author, independent publisher, or just an avid reader, it’s critical to know what’s happening and how current changes affect you!
Ebooks are now widely accepted, displacing print book sales and transforming a multi-billion dollar industry. Bookstores are fighting for survival. They’re either struggling to adapt, or going out of business. Publishing giants are developing new business models to stay afloat. For decades they’ve counted on a few top name authors’ best-selling hardcover titles to support the rest of their books.
Old wasteful printing methods are fading away, and nearly all paper books of the future will be made to order. Stores that still carry books will only stock the best-selling titles—the sales publishers still count on. Want to browse a bookstore and discover something new to read? In the future you’ll use an electronic catalog at a store kiosk—or search for interesting titles on-line.
If you’re a writer you must pay attention to what’s happening in the world of book publishing. The classic, though challenging method of finding an agent to shop a book to a top publisher is no longer the best choice for many authors. In a shrinking market, many agents are already looking for other jobs. Small, independent presses are growing in popularity. Many use a traditional business model, then work hand in hand with authors to develop and promote their books. Other choices include DIY companies—to get a book into print for a fee. And a growing number of people do everything themselves. Setting up their own businesses and self-publishing their manuscripts. Some by-pass print altogether. Ebook publishing is fast and easy and now open to everyone! A few top-name authors are leaving their big publishers and bringing their ebooks directly to readers.
Read the Naked Truth about Book Publishing to help set goals and make the best choice for your manuscript. The resources and links provide nearly everything you’ll need to get your book into print or epublished, and into readers’ hands!

Available now for Kindle

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