Recently I attended an incredible writing conference, MWA University, sponsored by Mystery Writer’s of America. I spent the day listening to the likes of Hallie Ephron, Jess Lourey, Sara Peretsky and Hank Phillipi Ryan talk about craft and the writing life. It was amazing, and I learned vital tricks about craft and came away refreshed. … Read the rest →
Hello! I know it’s been a while since I posted an actual blog post. November and December were listless months for me. I did the work I had to do, but I also got very mentally run down and had a hard time doing anything but the necessities. I won’t bore you with the issues … Read the rest →
Melissa, thank you so much for visiting today! Congrats on the launch of your new venture, Fostering Success, an essential tool for writers. I was lucky enough to beta the courses, and they’ve been extremely helpful in figuring out my marketing strategies as well as understanding the ins and outs of being an indie author. … Read the rest →
Happy to have mystery author Kassandra Lamb to Manic Monday. She’s the author of the exciting Kate Huntington mysteries series as well as part of the very cool misterio press, a great new resource for indie writers. I’m honored to be kicking off her blog tour for the series. Please be sure to leave her … Read the rest →
I’m VERY honored to have Bob Mayer guesting today. His knowledge of the industry and willingness to share makes his blog a must read. In a publishing environment that’s in constant flux and often fraught with arguments over traditional vs. indie, Bob keeps a cool head and always puts the author first. Thanks so much … Read the rest →
I’m so excited to be a part of Laura Pauling’s unique promotion for her debut novel, A SPY LIKE ME. It’s a blog series you won’t want to miss! I’ll be guest posting at her blog on May 17th. My topic? The Paris Catacombs. Don’t miss it! In celebration of the official release of A … Read the rest →
As most of you know, Jen Talty is the co-creator of Who Dares Win Publishing, and her expertise has been an integral part of WDW’s success. Jen is also a very talented writer with a wealth of knowledge about the ever-changing publishing world. She was nice enough to answer all of my questions AND give … Read the rest →
It’s a Thriller Thursday special edition! New York Times Best Selling Author Allison Brennan is one of my favorite suspense writers. Her stories keep me on the edge of my seat, and her characters are relatable—a must for great fiction. When I first joined Twitter, I was lucky enough to win a signed copy of … Read the rest →
Happy mid-week check in! I just paid all my bills and transferred some to the savings account. That alone is cause for celebration around here. Don’t forget to check out Thriller Thursday tomorrow. I’m interviewing New York Times Best Selling Author Allison Brennan. She talks about her writing process as well as the changes in … Read the rest →
I ran across Laura Pauling’s blog a couple of months ago and instantly became a fan. Her posts are fun, and Laura is extremely considerate of other writers. After one of my first comments, she emailed me personally to further answer my question. For a busy mom, blogger, and writer, I thought that was pretty … Read the rest →
Stacy Green is the best selling author of psychological thrillers and mystery with a dash of romance. As a stay at home mom, she's blessed with making writing a full-time career. She lives in Iowa with her supportive husband, daughter, and their three fur-babies.