THE JAMES MASON COMMUNITY BOOK CLUB discussion

This week on IN COLD INK: a compendium of great first lines, and a short, illustrated explanation of the DNA of a novel. And you thought I was just a writer!

Barbara, the story geneticist
http://barbararogan.com/blog/?p=110

Barbara wrote: "Hi all,
I just started a blog, called IN COLD INK. http://barbararogan.com/blog/

It's about both the craft and the business of writing, based on my career as an editor, agent and writer. I hope yo..."

Terrific blog! Glad you decided to jump in, as you offer a combined perspective that is eye-opening. And you write so well that it's a pleasure to read your posts!

My blog is mainly homoerotic romance and LGBTQ content, and the odd weird and wonderful post thrown in. I host author interviews, guest spots and book promotions.

http://www.blakrayneblog.com

Do writers need qualifications to write books, or not? Please check out the blog at http://blog.marjamcgraw.com/ and add your thoughts on the subject.

Thank you.

Me, again. I'm doing a guest blog at DelSheree Gladden's The Edible Bookshelf which will have something different every day for five days. Don't you just love the name of that blog site? Anyway, Monday will an introduction to Bogey Nights. Tuesday is an introduction to me, as an author. Wednesday an interview with me will be posted. On Thursday there will be some of DelSheree's favorites from Bogey Nights, and on Friday you can read a review of the book. I hope you'll have time to stop in each day at http://theediblebookshelf.blogspot.com/ . It should be a lot of fun.

Thank you.

Texas GOP...SMH

http://www.goodreads.com/author_blog_...

Hello everyone,
I have a blog at:
http://abstractionbook.wordpress.com
Thank you.

The Edible Bookshelf - Part 2
Today you can find Introducing Marja McGraw on The Edible Bookshelf at http://theediblebookshelf.blogspot.co... . If you have a moment, please stop in and leave a comment. Have a great day!

Thank you.

Today in Part 3 there's an interview up at The Edible Bookshelf, but it's not about me. It's about the creation of Bogey Nights and the characters. DelSheree did a great job and you can read it at http://www.theediblebookshelf.blogspo... . Hope to see you there.

Thank you.

My reading blog, Bibliophilandria.blogspot.com is now a year old.

DelSheree has put up her personal thoughts about Bogey Nights on The Edible Bookshelf today. If you'd like to know what she had to say, please visit http://theediblebookshelf.blogspot.co... and feel free to leave a comment. Tomorrow, the last day, will be a review of Bogey Nights.

Thank you.

I have a blog at www.maxinemansfield.com

Well, the review of Bogey Nights is up. It's not a particularly good review, but you know what they say, some publicity is better than none. You can read it at http://theediblebookshelf.blogspot.co... . And thank you all for following me this week.

Marja

My blog lives at:

http://forrestaguirre.blogspot.com/

I cover whatever I have the urge to cover at the time. Sometimes it's a book review, sometimes not. This week: Dark Chocolate. Mmmm! :)

Thanks for looking!

Forrest Aguirre

Hi all,

My post contains a dire warning: Beware of the Anopheles scribus! These mosquitoes prey on writers in particular. http://barbararogan.com/blog/

What makes you laugh? Check it out at http://blog.marjamcgraw.com/ , and leave a comment if you're so inclined.

Thank you.

Hi everyone,
Today I am very pleased to host Edgar Award winning mystery author Rex Burns at my blog. He talks about his short story protagonist, Aboriginal Constable Leonard Smith, who solves cases in Australia in stories that appear in the Alfred Hitchcock Mystery Magazine. I hope you'll read Rex's fascinating article and leave a comment for him at:
http://bethgroundwater.blogspot.com/

If you have a chance, please stop in at Kathleen Kaska's blog site to read my thoughts about the advantages of publishing through a small publisher. You can find it at http://www.kathleenkaskawrites.blogsp... .

Thank you.

Writer, professor and professional actor, Shelly Frome, is visiting today to discuss pitching to editors and agents after recently attending a conference. This is an eye-opener for both writers and readers. Please check it out at http://blog.marjamcgraw.com and if you have a moment, leave a comment.

Thank you.

Can writing be taught? I'm not talking about simple, expository writing, but rather fiction writing of the sort that takes a reader places he's never been before. As a teacher myself, I naturally think it can, but not everyone agrees, or if they do, it's with provisos. Would love to hear from you guys. To some extent all writers are self-taught, but did anyone--an editor, teacher, reviewer--ever raise your consciousness or give you a useful tool? http://barbararogan.com/blog/?p=156

Today I wrote about being a Zorro fan and featured Maiden Behind The Mask, a woman Zorro novel by indie writer, Tara Chevrestt.

Come take a look at http://www.maskedpersona.blogspot.com

I have a new blog. I've only been at it a few months. I find it takes up more and more of my time, but I love it. I have mostly reviews of books, at this point. I will be posting other things, so feel free to stop by some time.

http://www.fundinmental.wordpress.com

Ethan wrote: "Hi all! I just wanted to take a second to let you know that my blog has been featured in an article for the Hartford Examiner. This group has been a constant source of support, so thanks to everyon..."

Great blog, and I love the project! Would respectfully suggest that your broaden your scope to include more women writers. I noticed you like thrillers: have you read Gillian Flynn yet?

Please stop in and read a review with Evelyn Cullet. Her new book sounds like a lot of fun, and I think you'll enjoy "meeting" her at http://blog.marjamcgraw.com . Leave a comment if you're so inclined.

Thank you.

You guys aren't going to believe this, but Jane Austen and Ernest Hemingway just blurbed my upcoming book, along with other writers too illustrious to mention. I am overwhelmed. Read about it here on "Digging up Blurbs." http://barbararogan.com/blog/?p=163

I've been writing my blog, Write Now www.clark-chamberlain.com for over a year. I write on subjects such as my writing, improving writing, adventure, and living life to its fullest.
You can also find some humorous videos and information about my first Novel, Loves Deception, which will be out Fall of 2012.
I'm always looking for opportunities to guest blog on sites and bring interesting writers to blog on mine.
Look forward to having you stop by www.clark-chamberlain.com
Ciao,
Clark

I've started a blog about being a caregiver to someone with a chronic disease (PKD) it will include much of daily life stuff and etc. I also found I am writing it in the same style as the autobiography's I like. Please check it out and if you like it there is a facebook page (when is someday) as well which will keep everyone up to date on posts! here is the link to my first post.

http://thedreadedsomeday.blogspot.com...

There's been a lively discussion on DorothyL, the popular mystery listserve, about using a cast of characters in mystery novels. I tell about what I'm planning to do at http://murderousmusings.blogspot.com.

My blog is called Woman on the Edge of Reality and I write about marketing books, books and words. I also host a weekly Thursday Throng Author Interview. My latest is with Tony Slater, the author of That Bear Ate My Pants! and you can find it at:

http://womanontheedgeofreality.com/20...

Linda
:-)

I moved my blog over to blogger a couple of months ago and started fresh.

http://lovelylissie.blogspot.com

It is a blog full of things that inspire me and I hope will inspire others.

Ethan wrote: "Hi all! I just wanted to take a second to let you know that my blog has been featured in an article for the Hartford Examiner. This group has been a constant source of support, so thanks to everyon..."


Congrats!

ALWAYS WRITING - A blog about the real writing life, making it as an indie author, tips on marketing and promotion, and showcasing the books I write. Please check it out.
http://www.neilostroff.blogspot.com

Happy Monday! R.P. Dahlke is on my blog this morning talking about the All Mystery! eNewsletter. Looking for a good mystery, or a place to announce your new book? You'll want to read this blog at http://blog.marjamcgraw.com .

Thank you,

Marja

Nancy's Notes from Florida at http://nancyjcohen.wordpress.com is about my life as a Florida resident and also about the writing process. I offer detailed tips for writers. A recent topic was writing the wrap scene for your novel.

Follow the pursuit of success as an indie writer. Please check out ALWAYS WRITING.
http://www.neilostroff.blogspot.com

How Long Would You Like To Live?

http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/...

http://bookreviewerparadise.blogspot.ie/

If you write, read, or just plain love stories than please check out ALWAYS WRITING-
http://www.neilostroff.blogspot.com

Feel free to check it out and give me feedback, just getting started:

http://www.csorensenwrite.com

Also, my first book has been re-released as an ebook and is currently free on Smashwords.

The Greatest Discovery
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...

Hey fancy a nibble, a nugget of fat free life and mirth.. well maybe? Please visit me here:

http://johndrhodesauthor.wordpress.co...

What do you see when you look in the mirror - horror or your dad or a god/godess?

Very impressed by all of the SUPER blogs listed here!!!!!

Mystery and suspense, day or night, and entertainment? Please check out today's blog at http://blog.marjamcgraw.com/ and spend Monday with a mystery.

Thank you.

There was an excellent New Yorker piece by John McPhee about his relationships with Roger Straus Jr., publisher of Farrar Straus & Giroux, and Robert Gottlieb, of Knopf and The New Yorker. This set off a tsunami of memories. When I was a literary agent, [mumble mumble] years ago, I worked with both those men and others who now seem like legendary heroes of a lost era, including Barney Rossett of Grove, who famously fought for the right to publish D.H. Lawrence and Henry Miller. If you're interested, come have a read. http://barbararogan.com/blog/?p=188

Hello, I've had a blog at http://is.gd/kt1vv1 for some time. It's a blog on writing, but I post whatever comes to mind.

I post interviews with other writers, samples from my work, poetry and an occasional recipe.

When you go there, look for one of the most popular articles for writers, "Horrible Homonyms."

Regaining the Explorer's Edge in Madtown:

http://forrestaguirre.blogspot.com/20...

As some of you may know I have a blog, Juniper Grove (http://junipergrove.net), that serves as both my author blog and a blog that features authors. I recently opened a new blog that is a division of it called Juniper Grove Book Solutions. Please feel free to check it out at http://junipergrovebooksolutions.com/

If you could sit in on a poker game where the other players were authors, who would you want to invite? Check it out at http://blog.marjamcgraw.com . Have a good week!

Thank you,

Marja

A little news on upcoming goodies: http://forrestaguirre.blogspot.com/20...

How does Foot-in-Mouth Disease apply to writing? Please check it out at http://blog.marjamcgraw.com . Feel free to leave a comment.

Thank you!

This time, Keeping it Honest on Goodreads.