Thursday, June 28, 2012

A Birthday to Remember

We all have important things in our lives that define who we are. Sometimes they are things we are born with and sometimes they are things that we do or become. This birthday marks an important milestone for me. I have always believed that I was born to be a writer, but it took 32 years for me to be to accomplish it. In June of last year, I sat out to finally attain what had before been a dream I scarcely dared to believe in. A year later, I have published two books and begun several more. I am still in the first tottering years of what I hope will be a lifelong pursuit, but already this new identity, that of writer, has sunk deep into my bones. I would like to express as sincere thanks to all of you who have supported, encouraged, and inspired me along the way. 


To celebrate, I am sharing a preview of a short story I will soon be publishing, "To Earn Your Love."


I hope you enjoy it,

Michelle Pennington

http://tinyurl.com/toearnyourlove



Monday, June 25, 2012

June 25, 2012


Creating a cover for your novel is a tricky job for Indie Authors.
 Without a publisher behind you with a marketing team and
graphic artists,how do you compete?
Every Monday, I will scour the Indie world and find the Indie covers
that make you take a second look at the book.
 The ones you just have to click on to see what the story's about.
After all, that's what the cover's for.

And today's cover is:


Unlovable (Port Fare, #1)

What do I like about this cover?
An easier question to answer would be what do I not like about this cover?
Nothing!
Check it out here on Amazon

Announcement Time!
Since Thursday is my birthday, we're going to celebrate with an excerpt from my current WIP.
Ok, well, one of them.
Stay Tuned and Check Back!

Monday, June 18, 2012

June 18th, 2012


Creating a cover for your novel is a tricky job for Indie Authors.
 Without a publisher behind you with a marketing team and graphic artists, how do you compete?
Every Monday, I will scour the Indie world and find the Indie covers that make you take a second look at the book. The ones you just have to click on to see what the story's about.
After all, that's what the cover's for.

And today's cover is:


Somber Island

I really adore the gray monochromatic tone of this cover with the splash of red.

I think it's beautiful and haunting - which is apparently perfect for the story.
I do wish that the title and author's name had been done in
a font that is more easily read when the cover is in Thumbnail size.

Check out Somber Island on Amazon 

Monday, June 11, 2012

June 11, 2012



Creating a cover for your novel is a tricky job for Indie Authors.
 Without a publisher behind you with a marketing team and graphic artists, how do you compete?
Every Monday, I will scour the Indie world and find the Indie covers that make you take a second look at the book. The ones you just have to click on to see what the story's about.
After all, that's what the cover's for.

And today's cover is:



Isn't it FABULOUS?
I LOVE IT!
In fact, as far as I'm concerned, this cover is perfect.

This is actually a short story. It sounds interesting - especially for you techy scip-fi people.
If you'd like to check it out, you can buy it on Amazon Here or visit the authors website.

http://www.andibuchanan.com/

Monday, June 4, 2012

June 4th, 2012


Creating a cover for your novel is a tricky job for Indie Authors.
 Without a publisher behind you with a marketing team and graphic artists, how do you compete?
Every Monday, I will scour the Indie world and find the Indie covers that make you take a second look at the book. The ones you just have to click on to see what the story's about.
After all, that's what the cover's for.

And today's cover is:

Slumber (The Fade, #1)

I've actually read this book and really enjoyed it. The action was great, the romance well-paced and developed. The only problem I had with this one was a scene I wasn't expecting and could have done without. Totally skippable for those who want to though (like me).

This is a different cover than the one it had when I bought it and I love it!
When I saw it, I knew I had to feature it.

Come on. You know you have to check it out. 








Friday, June 1, 2012

Sienna's Mom - an Interview

So, in every book there's a person to hate. I guess I expected people to hate my villains though. But people think Sienna's mom is the villain! So, to help people relax a little, I've asked her, Sophia Whitfield, to explain things a little herself: 

Me: Thanks for coming on today, Sophia.

S: My pleasure. I just hope Sienna doesn't kill me for getting oil paint down in the keyboard. I thought I got it all off, but... 

Me: So, people have had some pretty harsh things to say about you and the way you've treated Sienna. Do you have anything you'd like to say to them? 

S: Not really. It is what it is. It's kind of hard when people have seen into your personal life and are judging the mistakes you've made. You know, people make mistakes, but I was just trying to protect her. In light of everything that's happened, I see that I went off the deep end. I'm not sure why except that I still have so many unresolved hangups about what happened to me. There were almost 18 years of pain and bitterness influencing me, but I'd stuffed it down so deep that I didn't even realize it was affecting me - blinding me. I almost wonder if Sienna had been interested in anyone but Lee if I would have reacted the same. You see, Sienna doesn't know this, but Lee reminded me of her father in so many ways it was scary sometimes. It was like I was replaying my history every time I saw them together. I won't say anymore about that right now though. 

Me: So we've been working on the next book, Focused, together. Do you feel better about how your story is beeing told in that book? 

S: Look, Michelle - Don't feel bad about people hating me. You told it like it was and if you'd changed anything, it wouldn't have worked. It hurt when Sienna or Lee would call me crazy, but maybe I was. Fortunately, I've got time to fix things. Sienna and I have always been so close, and this is the first time anything's come between us. That kills me. But things are getting better. I'm getting better - I'm growing. I don't care if anyone else forgives me, as long as Sienna does. Luckily that girl has a big heart. 

Me: Before we conclude this, can you tell us how things are going with you right now? 

S: (hint of a shy smile) Well, things are going good. I've never been so mixed up in my life, but there's a new happiness in my life that I've never had before as well. 

Me: I guess you're talking about Mr. Greeley. Things are going well? 

S: Oh gosh! I wonder if he's going to see this. I'll just say that I like where things seem to be going. I never thought I'd find someone to make me feel this way. 

Me: I'm glad. You deserve it. Thanks for coming on today. I know it wasn't easy for you, but I thought it would be good for people to get to know you a little more. 

S: Thanks for the opportunity. This blogging thing is pretty fun. I'll see you back in Microsoft Word? 

Me: Yeah, I'll be there in a few minutes. My kids are awake and they want breakfast. You know how it goes. 

S: Boy, do I ever!

Check out Tiffany's review over at Escaping...One Book @ a Time 
I even have a Giveaway going on over there!
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