Back in April, I wrote a book review of “Fires of Our Choosing,” which is a solid collection of short stories, and the author, Eugene Cross, graciously agreed to provide an autographed copy of the book as a giveaway through ...
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I try not to play the victim or Woe-is-Me card when my work is rejected or when it receives a poor review. But recently I experienced a rejection that made me pause and ponder on the state of literature, Christian ...
Read More »Book Review: “Fires of Our Choosing” by Eugene Cross
There’s something deceptively simple about this book and Eugene Cross’s writing style. When you first read the collection, the stories appear un-intrusive, deadpan, easy picking. But there is something complex that surprises you every time. (By the way, Eugene Cross ...
Read More »PW Select Book Listing: Another tremendous waste of money
One of my goals on this blog is to share my self-publishing mistakes so you don’t repeat them yourself. I’ve already discussed the importance of spending your money wisely with my article on Kirkus Reviews. Another money-waster on the list ...
Read More »Book Review: The Survival of Thomas Ford by John A. A. Logan
The premise for the book is simple. The novel’s story takes place in a Scottish, mountaneous town near a loch. Thomas Ford and his wife are riding in his car when suddenly they come up to a blind curve just ...
Read More »Book Review: The Bet by David R. Brown
“The Bet” by David R. Brown has a strong premise, and the idea itself compelled me to download the book and get started right away with it. The skinny: A man named Richard Kepperman gets approached by a stranger with ...
Read More »Kirkus Reviews: Is it worth the money?
The moment your book hits the market, you have to switch gears from writer to book promoter. From artist to business man. As a business man, you’ll have to spend money to market and promote your book, which is ...
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