Another Sunday, and another query attempt. I mentioned in a prior Unblog post that I'm one of thousands of hopeful wanna-be's, hurling email queries from my writing trebuchet in the hopes I'll smash through the massive, mile-high walls behind which literary agents dwell. But their defenses are formidable. It takes perseverance and persistence, and a … Continue reading Query On My Wayward Son

I've spent the last two months (im)patiently waiting for Kirkus Reviews to do a fly-by on Bloodlines. For those unfamiliar with the periodical, Kirkus is an American book review magazine founded by Virginia Kirkus.  As their tag-line reads: "Get Reviewed. Get Discovered. The most trusted voice in book reviews since 1933." It was an obvious … Continue reading Ah, Kirkus, my old friend…

Well, it's been nearly a month since Bloodlines was unleashed upon an unsuspecting, e-reading world. I've had the privilege of discussing the novel with several readers, learning about their favorite parts and characters. I have 14 (and counting!) extremely positive reviews, and I'm nearly at 100 books sold. The most difficult part, of course, is the marketing. … Continue reading Saturday Night’s All Right for Writing

The book is out there. Phenomenal reviews are coming in. (Thanks to everyone who's reviewed it on Amazon and Goodreads!!!) And the tireless marketing push continues. What now? Glad you asked! I've been working on SCU's next case, and it's a doozy! Doc, Deacon, Leyla and Besim know there's no rest for the weary, or … Continue reading What now?

I submitted Bloodlines to Kirkus today. As a self-published neophyte, it seemed the right thing to do. The challenges I face trying to market the novel are manifold, not the least of which is convincing people I don't know to take a chance on an unknown like me. My dream to become a full-time novelist continues to … Continue reading May Fortune Favor the Foolish