If you've ever read my own writing (and if not, here, have a cookie, my you are looking nice today, is that a new haircut?) knows that I'm a foodie. My characters indulge in lavish meals, and seem to always be hungry for the next one. So, it's very fitting that J.B. Garner has reviewed my book, The Flight To Brassbright, at his 'Starving Author' site, which carries a fun foodie-theme throughout.
The Brassbright Chronicle
Auditions are underway for "The Flight To Brassbright" Audio Book. So far, really good! Would you like to audition for the voice of Constance? (and all the background voices too, whew!) You are very welcome to give it a go.
I think I've located one of Gerard Liddle's distant relatives. If you've read "The Flight To Brassbright", you'll know that Mister Liddle invented the WaterDropper, the Perkylater, My Liddle Peony, and so much more. Doesn't this seem like a Liddle invention to you?
“What's in a name? that which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” That's cute, Shakespeare... now, can anyone tell what those other names actually are?
Did you just blink and draw a blank? You're in good company. Let's say you're a writer. You've just conjured up a skinny teenaged boy with an incredible backstory, anger issues, perfect hair and an allergy to squirrels. That's all well and good, but what's his name?
I wrote the first draft of Down The Tubes in November of 2013, for NaNoWriMo. I had such a great time, too! I loved my concept, utterly and completely. I've always been fascinated by pneumatic mail systems and had a great time hauling them into my universe. I felt so very clever, and especially enjoyed launching the adventure by killing a rat.
Now, approaching two years and two drafts later, that initial thrill has worn off, and I'm seeing the manuscript through more critical eyes.
Earlier this week I came across Bookshare — 'An Accessible Online Library for people with print disabilities'. This is a great resource, and I've now contributed my books. I encourage other authors to consider doing this, too.