Tagged With: spy thriller
Libraries!
As a kid, my favorite place to go was the local public library. I was a voracious reader – Nancy Drew, The Hardy Boys, Agatha Christie, any story filled with suspense. I’d make a beeline for the books on my to-read-list, then head to the card catalog, a wooden cabinet comprised of tiny file … Continue reading
Suspense Radio Interview
A few weeks ago, John Raab and Jeff Ayers of Suspense Radio interviewed me about The Wayward Spy, the CIA, the journey to publishing, and more. The link to the interview is up – listen here. Thanks, John and Jeff!
Washington D.C. Public Library News
The D.C. Public Library is purchasing THE WAYWARD SPY for its libraries (print and e-book). I am a HUGE fan of public libraries, so I’m thrilled! We will be scheduling a public appearance at the library for me to discuss the book (a virtual event as of now), and they’ve invited me to participate in … Continue reading
Publication Day!
Today’s the day, the one I’ve been waiting for for a long time. Thank you to everyone who already has purchased The Wayward Spy. I hope that it keeps you up reading way past your bedtime! Once you’ve finished the book, I’d be most grateful if you’d post a review on Amazon (and Goodreads, if … Continue reading
THE WAYWARD SPY Audiobook – Available now!
Attention audiobook fans – you can purchase THE WAYWARD SPY for immediate download on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/The-Wayward-Spy/dp/B08XK48XQM/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Suspense Radio Interview
I just finished an interview with John Raab and Jeff Ayers of Suspense Radio. We talked about The Wayward Spy, the CIA, the journey to publishing, and more. It was great fun! (Thanks, John and Jeff!) I’ll update with the link as soon as the interview is posted.
One Week – One Thing
ONE week from today, on March 2nd, The Wayward Spy will be available for the world to read. With only ONE week remaining as an unpublished author, I want to talk about ONE thing. And it’s a simple thing — Don’t give up. Don’t ever give up. The journey to March 2nd has been two … Continue reading
Three Weeks – Three Ways
Countdown to The Wayward Spy is now at THREE (!) weeks (March 2nd). To mark this occasion, I thought I’d post about THREE ways I edit my own writing. If you have other editing tips, feel free to share in the comments. Timeline – The Wayward Spy is a fast-paced thriller that takes place over … Continue reading
Four Weeks – Four Inspirations
“Where do you get your story ideas?” It’s one of the most common questions people ask me. With The Wayward Spy hitting the shelves in FOUR (!) short weeks (March 2nd), I thought I’d share FOUR things that spark my imagination. Most of the ideas I have will never find their way into a story, … Continue reading
Book Marketing?
Marketing? You mean to tell me I spent all this time writing but there’s still more work to be done? Marketing?!? No doubt, the thought of marketing intimidates most fiction writers (at least those of us who are “normal” – i.e., introverts!). But marketing is a necessary part of being a successful author. And now … Continue reading