Writers and Readers discussion

Melina wrote: "Hello, everyone,

I'm Melina Druga. I'm an indie author, history enthusiast and freelance writer.

I am currently just a writer, but I was an English major and read a lot in my you..."

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Hi all, I'm Amara. So happy to be part of this group! I'm a voracious reader and aspiring author. My first book is currently in the works :)

Amara wrote: "Hi all, I'm Amara. So happy to be part of this group! I'm a voracious reader and aspiring author. My first book is currently in the works :)"

Hello, Amara, welcome to the group.

Hi everyone,

My name is Katie Gezi, an editor for The Coil Literary Magazine. We're currently seeking essays on the last thing you truly loved, something you felt so passionate about when you found out about it, heard it, tried it, tasted it, read it, saw it, revisited it, that you just had to tell everyone. I'm posting to this group because there are quite a number of passionate writers, and I think everyone deserves a chance to flex their writing muscles.

https://medium.com/the-coil/tagged/th...

Minimum of 600 words and one photo; no maximum. Send pitches, queries, abstracts, questions, or materials to [email protected]. Thanks for reading!

-Katie

Hey all,

My name is Brad Abdul. I've been on Goodreads for a little over a year now. I primarily used it to search out new book recommendations and such but recently have started uploading some of my own works.

Like a lot of people on here, I have a passion for writing and I welcome the opportunity to meet some like minds and get some feedback on my works.

I stick primarily to fantasy works, though sometimes I will tread into other territory for fun.

I'm currently writing and posting chapters of my novel -- Brian: Prince of Darkness. If anyone is interested, it's a dark humour/drama story that you can find on my profile. I always welcome any feedback you might have :)

Looking forward to meeting you all!

Brad wrote: "Hey all,

My name is Brad Abdul. I've been on Goodreads for a little over a year now. I primarily used it to search out new book recommendations and such but recently have started uploading some o..."

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A.F. wrote: "Brad wrote: "Hey all,

My name is Brad Abdul. I've been on Goodreads for a little over a year now. I primarily used it to search out new book recommendations and such but recently have started upl..."

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Kee Hoo here. I am a reader. In the car, in a chair, or on a rock, at appointments in the waiting room; I read all the time. I'm retired, so have lots of extra time to read.

The catch is I only read print books. I know most authors want to give ebooks. No problem, I will only read print ones.

Kee wrote: "Kee Hoo here. I am a reader. In the car, in a chair, or on a rock, at appointments in the waiting room; I read all the time. I'm retired, so have lots of extra time to read.

The catch is I only re..."

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Hello Everyone,

My name is Saraya and I'm new to GoodReads. I'm a writer/illustrator, currently working on a series of short stories. My work is inspired by the local folklore surrounding my coastal Virginia farmhouse, built in 1730.

I'm very much looking forward to reading works by new authors as well as having others read my own works.

Cheers,
Saraya

Saraya wrote: "Hello Everyone,

My name is Saraya and I'm new to GoodReads. I'm a writer/illustrator, currently working on a series of short stories. My work is inspired by the local folklore surrounding my coast..."

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“I don’t have to live in your world. I have created one of my own.”
Feliz Piez

Feliz Piez wants to die, write his book, and get to Cuba—and not necessarily in that order. So he hires a guru to kill him and a ghost writer to witness it. Then he disappears.

Who is Feliz Piez? Where is he? Is he dead yet?


Feliz Piez is a literary heteronym. I was born in Virginia and reared in the housing projects of a small, provincial little town in Georgia. I escaped, joined the Navy, and saw the world for the first time as it really is.
For a half century of my life, I was a model adult, a professionally employed citizen of my community, a good father and husband. Then, I made a mistake, a major life decision filled with destruction for those around me. I did not break a social law, but I violated an ancient oath.
My writing is a lifelong attempt at exorcising my spirit of the guilt and regret I feel. I am making progress, but even in that statement I feel guilt on any part of any healing I may experience. If you do not understand this, I applaud your life of integrity. If you can somehow understand some of how I am feeling, perhaps my writings may help you.
In spite of my regret. The words I pen do provide some solace, so I write, daily. I have discovered a way through ©Healing Fiction to begin to understand who I was, who I am and who I wish to be. This is done through the vehicle of writing humorous, thoughtful, and often insightful examinations of the human spirit.
My first book Excerpts from: The Life and Dying of Feliz Piez, Book I: Enigma was my first foray into healing. Other writings and audio clips of my work can be found on felizpiez.com.

Feliz wrote: "“I don’t have to live in your world. I have created one of my own.”
Feliz Piez

Feliz Piez wants to die, write his book, and get to Cuba—and not necessarily in that order. So he hires a g..."

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Hello, everyone. My name is Philip Dodd. I live in Liverpool, England, have a degree in English literature from Newcastle University, and I have been writing songs, stories and poem since I was twelve. My first book, Angel War, is a work of fantasy fiction, my second book, Klubbe the Turkle and the Golden Star Coracle, is a light-hearted science fiction story, my third book, Still the Dawn: Poems and Ballads, is a book of poems, as is my fourth book, Last Flocks of the Geese.

Philip wrote: "Hello, everyone. My name is Philip Dodd. I live in Liverpool, England, have a degree in English literature from Newcastle University, and I have been writing songs, stories and poem since I was twe..."

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Hi
The name's Charlotte, but I like being called Charlie.
I am an author and an editor/beta reader.
I write a number of genres, my best sellers being my non-fiction ones under the name C L Evans.
Nice to meet fellow authors

Charlotte wrote: "Hi
The name's Charlotte, but I like being called Charlie.
I am an author and an editor/beta reader.
I write a number of genres, my best sellers being my non-fiction ones under the name C L Evans.
N..."

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Hi everyone. I’m new to the group and just wanted to say hi. Anyone hang out here?

Matthew wrote: "Hi everyone. I’m new to the group and just wanted to say hi. Anyone hang out here?"

Hi, Matthew, and welcome to the group.

Hey guys!

I'm Clay Muinzer and am new to the group and goodreads. I have one Christian book out called Men Are...: Biblical Characteristics of Godly Men and will have a second out in the next few months! Just wanted to say hey and introduce myself! Looking forward to checking out some of your work!

https://13forty4.com/devotions/

Clay wrote: "Hey guys!

I'm Clay Muinzer and am new to the group and goodreads. I have one Christian book out called Men Are...: Biblical Characteristics of Godly Men and will ..."

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Hi everyone,

I'm Jacqui, a writer, avid reader and professional editor. I co-run an editing company with two other professionals (we have over 25 years experience between us!) that aims to offer services to authors for realistic prices, rather than elevated professional fees!

BookEdits101 wrote: "Hi everyone,

I'm Jacqui, a writer, avid reader and professional editor. I co-run an editing company with two other professionals (we have over 25 years experience between us!) that aims to offer s..."

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Hi all:
I am Martin. I am a writer. As a fun activity with my family we challenged each other to write short stories and self publish on Amazon with the title One Off The Bucket List. Now I am writing a novel and have a writing progress journal of some sort on Facebook called I am Writing a Book. Would be great to see you around.
Your writing friend,
Martin

Martin wrote: "Hi all:
I am Martin. I am a writer. As a fun activity with my family we challenged each other to write short stories and self publish on Amazon with the title One Off The Bucket List. Now I am wri..."

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Well, since the last post seemed to be from months ago, I figure I'll revitalize the thread with my introduction.

My name is Stephen. I'm a new self-published author from Canada. I published my first novel a couple of weeks ago on Amazon and am now in the dreaded post-production stage.

I write action/adventure with a YA sub-topic. My stories mainly focus on fictional war and politics.

Stephen wrote: "Well, since the last post seemed to be from months ago, I figure I'll revitalize the thread with my introduction.

My name is Stephen. I'm a new self-published author from Canada. I published my fi..."

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David wrote: "Hello. All,
I'm David Hight, I'm 58 years old, live along the coast in South Texas, and am both a reader and a writer. I craft fictional tales featuring unusual characters in unusual settings on un..."

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Calling all writers!

Black Robot Publishing LTD is now accepting submissions for fantasy novel, fiction novel and graphic novels!

Please contact us on [email protected] for more info.

Thanks.

Best regards.

Black Robot Publishing LTD.

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Linkedin: Black Robot Publishing

Hello! I'm Sushie, I love writing AND reading! I'm looking forward to someday being an author.

Also, if you don't mind, I'd like to make a shout out to two of the groups that have helped me push through writer's block the most!

https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/...
This is a lyric writing competition.
Also including- mini writing competitions, fun challenges, questions, and polls.
Super fun and highly recommended, lots of challenge and creativity!

https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/...
Welcome all, to a group where we just write. We have creative writing prompts, do some collaborative writing, writing activities, fun contests, venting, and more! And if you are looking for tips or help, we will have that for you, too!
Lots of polls, activities, fun, and beyond that!
I really enjoy this group with all the prompts and tips it gives, also highly recommended!

Sushie wrote: "Hello! I'm Sushie, I love writing AND reading! I'm looking forward to someday being an author.

Also, if you don't mind, I'd like to make a shout out to two of the groups that have helped me push t..."

Welcome to the group. Always happy to have other recommendations.

Hello everyone.

I am Medhya.

Wish you all a Happy New Year!

Medhya wrote: "Hello everyone.

I am Medhya.

Wish you all a Happy New Year!"

Welcome to the group.

Thank you

Hi, all my name is Lynn, I am an author both traditionally and self-published. I write YA Fantasy, Paranormal, Suspense and Romance. I am also a graphic designer (self-taught...mostly lol, I've had a few classes) and an editor (formally educated for that one)! No matter which way you look at it I love everything literary. I am also a small business owner, Storied Graphics, I posted about that in Writing Services. I do reviews every once in a while and when I am ready to fire that up this summer I will be putting out a Ready to review post at that time. I only do a few a year so I am very picky :). I will say this much if you are a YA Fantasy, Dystopian, Paranormal or Romance author, that is what I will be on the prowl for. I am completely ready for this Corona Beast to leave the planet and never come back! I have 3 kids still at home, but the oldest two just moved out right after Christmas. I am married, have a small zoo, (not really, we just have a ton of pets) and am a retired Ballroom Dance Instructor. I love the organization of this group. It is so easy to Navigate. I'm happy to have found this amazing group!

Hello Everyone,

I am Raymond Cushing. I am a writer living in London, Ontario, Canada.

I have lived and worked in many of the Canadian provinces. I am particularly fond of the East Coast and the people there. Over the years, I worked as a logger, an accountant, a manager of various departments in various industries, a distributor of medical devices, and as a stock market trader. Now, I'm a writer.

Look forward to following your discussions.

Raymond wrote: "Hello Everyone,

I am Raymond Cushing. I am a writer living in London, Ontario, Canada.

I have lived and worked in many of the Canadian provinces. I am particularly fond of the..."

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Hi all!
Like many others in the group, I am both a writer and a dedicated reader. After years of using Goodreads as a reader, I have recently made this account for my author page. I have recently published through Amazon and have really enjoyed finding groups like this to connect to other writers on here.
Looking forward to joining in discussions and checking out my fellow writer's works!
-Alyson

Alyson wrote: "Hi all!
Like many others in the group, I am both a writer and a dedicated reader. After years of using Goodreads as a reader, I have recently made this account for my author page. I have recently p..."

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Ⓚⓔⓝ wrote: "Hello!"

Welcome.

Ⓚⓔⓝ wrote: "So Im only twelve and I was wondering if this is a group for me"

I try not to allow any posts that aren't suitable for a PG13 audience, but there are quite a few authors here whose books are aimed at adults. We do also have some young adult and children's authors. You may want to look for a group aimed specifically at young adults, though.

Ⓚⓔⓝ wrote: "Ok thank you, I'm not an author though I am writing a book. I'm trying to find some places where I can share, but thankyou!"

You are welcome to share here. We having the Reading Nook, where writers of all ages are welcome to post stories or excerpts for reading or critique. And if you have any questions, feel free to ask them in the Writer's Corner.

Ⓚⓔⓝ wrote: "Ok so would you mind if I shared mine?"

That's fine.

Hi everyone, thank you for accepting me into your group.
I am a published author and a reader too.
I live in West Sussex, England with my husband and our youngest son.
I love to write, though reading is also a great joy to me too and I try to make time during the day to relax and keep abreast of all the up and coming novels to be published. There is a lot of talent out there.
I enjoy contemporary novels to historical and drama plus the vast range of thrilling adventure/fantasy stories that are out there too.
Come and see me on my Goodreads author page: Jane H Wood
Or find me on Twitter: JaneHWood1
Thank you all, have a good day, Jane.

Jane wrote: "Hi everyone, thank you for accepting me into your group.
I am a published author and a reader too.
I live in West Sussex, England with my husband and our youngest son.
I love to write, though read..."

Welcome to the group, Jane.

Hi, I am Victoria Liiv. I absolutely love reading, mostly fantasy, YA and romance. I also write fantasy and recently published a book, although it still feels like I am exaggerating if I say I am a writer.

Victoria wrote: "Hi, I am Victoria Liiv. I absolutely love reading, mostly fantasy, YA and romance. I also write fantasy and recently published a book, although it still feels like I am exaggerating if I say I am a..."

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Hi, my name is Tomas Black, I am the author of The Omega Sanction and its prequel Drumbeat. I'm an avid reader as well as a writer and enjoy all types of genre. I'm currently working on my second novel in my Ben Drummond series and a romance / supernatural thriller set in Victorian London. You can visit my web site at https://tomasblack.com

Cheers

Tomas wrote: "Hi, my name is Tomas Black, I am the author of The Omega Sanction and its prequel Drumbeat. I'm an avid reader as well as a writer and enjoy all types of genre. I'm currently working on my second n..."

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Hi everyone. My name's Sev. I'm a reader and an author (lover of romance and happily ever after). I am always open to chat :)