Happy New Year’s Eve Everyone!

I invite you to share a good-bye, something you’re grateful for, and a hope or want.

1. I am blessed to have not lost anyone close to me this year, but there have been losses in my family or amongst my friends. To them I say good-bye and rest in peace.

2. I’m grateful for new beginnings and second chances.

3. I want to stop making excuses for myself and do what needs to be done.

Be safe this holiday and be blessed throughout the year.

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Christmas 2013

Christmas is a special time of year for so many people. Christians celebrate the birth of Christ. Others who observe this occasion, spend time with loved ones and spread cheer. I think, also, that many people try extra hard to be a better version of themselves than they usually are, during this time.

 Christmas isn't just for Christians and I think it's great. Why wouldn't I be grateful for any occasion that brings out the best in people? So anyone reading this today or some time down the road, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. 

Happy Thanksgiving U.S.A. & a Few Other Places

No profound words today about origins and meanings. I’m ready for turkey, pie, and sleep. What’s your holiday tradition for today?

...Oh, and I'll be making a special announcement on Sunday, so stick around! :D

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Happy Veteran’s Day U.S.A.

Today is the day we remember and honor the end of wars and the signing of peace treaties. This is the day we thank and honor our veterans for serving in wars (appreciated and unappreciated) to protect the ideals of this country…We also get a day off work (some of us).

To everyone else around the world, I wish you a good day.

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Fall Back 1 Hour

For those of us still bound by the crazy laws of Daylight Savings, it’s time to reset our clocks. At least we get another hour of sleep.

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It’s Halloween

Halloween is one of those holidays you either love or hate, but fortunately for me, I get to choose to do neither. For many Halloween is full of controversy  and darkness, but for most, it’s just a day that lets kids run with their imaginations and fantasies and lets adults act like kids for a while. Now that doesn’t sound so bad.

I’m not big into celebrating Halloween myself because of its controversial history, but what something was and what it is are two different things. I like scary movies, I like costumes, and I definitely like candy, so why should I stop for just one day to protest a holiday that looks so cute on five year old.

So if you’re heading out to trick-or-treat, be safe and Happy Halloween to you. Otherwise, stay home and watch a movie or read a good book. Don’t be a grumpy-pants and remember to turn off your porch light. There’s no sense in being cruel to little kids.

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It’s Columbus Day U.S.A.

Don’t get all huffy- we all know Columbus didn’t discover the Americas and that he had some personal and political issues that haunted his life. Whether you like the guy or not, I think his contribution to the awareness of the Americas is important.

So the guy was a little off in his trajectory to India. If he hadn’t been wrong, who knows how long it would have taken for the rest of western civilization to cross the pond and settle. Not that everything and everyone who came after Columbus was wanted, welcomed, kind, or courteous, but I do acknowledge that history happens for a reason, and I’m glad there’s a North and South America (Thank you Amerigo Vespucci).

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Today is Patriot Day U.S.A.

Today is a day to remember the attacks on September 11, 2001. Do you remember where you were when it happened? Have you lost someone to this great tragedy? My heart goes out to all people of the world who’ve been affected by acts of terrorism. Maybe one day we’ll live in a world where our differences aren’t a reason for war.

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Happy Labor Day U.S.A.

Today we honor the laborers, or maybe the labors associations, or maybe the contributions of labor to the economic system…huh…well, at least I get to eat hot dogs and watch fireworks.

Seriously, I know why, as a nation, we started celebrating Labor Day, but in all honesty, it’s the mark of summer’s end now. I do make an effort the reflect on the true purpose of the holiday, but I’m so preoccupied with my last of summer vacation.

To everyone else in the world, I hope you’re having a wonderful day.

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Blogdom August 2013

Oh boy, do I have loads to share from my Blogdom!

You may want to bookmark this and come back to it a few times. Good stuff here.

(August, 2013)

Book Reviews

-From Authors to Watch, Eye Dancers: http://www.authorstowatch.com/2013/08/book-review-eye-dancers.html?showComment=1376243189407#c7177859839320350075

-From Typing Tiara, Review: Dark Star: http://typingtiara.blogspot.com/2013/07/review-dark-star.html

-From JeanzBookReadNReview, UNDONE - UNRAVELING BY ELIZABETH NORRIS: http://jeanzbookreadnreview.blogspot.com/2013/07/undone-unraveling-by-elizabeth-norris.html

-From Tyngas Reviews, The Trouble with Fate by Leigh Evans: http://www.tyngasreviews.com/2013/07/the-trouble-with-fate-by-leigh-evans.html

-From Silk Screen Views, Going Postal ~ Terry Pratchett: http://silkscreenviews.wordpress.com/2013/07/29/going-postal-terry-pratchett/

-From Paranormal Reads, Today Only by D. Love (not paranormal): http://paranormalreadsreviews.blogspot.com/2013/07/today-only-review.html

-From Blogging for a Good Book, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz- graphic novel: http://bfgb.wordpress.com/2013/08/05/the-wonderful-wizard-of-oz-by-l-frank-baum-eric-shanower-and-skottie-young/

-From The Artificial Selection, Flash Review of Dave McKean’s Cages: http://theartificialselectionproject.com/2013/08/14/bring-forth-the-underappreciated-artists-flash-review-of-dave-mckeans-cages/comment-page-1/#comment-363

-From Bookaholics, Tiger Lily: http://bookaholicsbkcl.blogspot.com/2013/08/tiger-lily-review.html#.UhIxepK1Fsk

-From Starships & Dragonwings, 5 Stars: Shadow of Night by Deborah Harkness: http://www.onstarshipsanddragonwings.com/2013/08/19/shadow-of-night-by-deborah-harkness/

-From Shelf Awareness, Review: The Childhood of Jesus (not what you think): http://www.shelf-awareness.com/issue.html?issue=2053#m20928

Movie Reviews

-From ZanyZach’s Blog, Up In The Air Review: http://zanyzacreviews.wordpress.com/2013/07/24/up-in-the-air-review/

-From Alex J. Cavanaugh, Blogging Rules and The Wolverine Review! Plus Ninja News, New Covers, Video Game Trivia, and an Interview With Byron’s Son : http://alexjcavanaugh.blogspot.com/2013/07/blogging-rules-and-wolverine-review.html

-From Romance That Rocks Your World!, Smurfs2: http://nickywellsklippert.wordpress.com/2013/08/09/smurfs-2/

-From  Adopting James, My Top 10 Movies, No.2 [Moneyball] : http://adoptingjames.wordpress.com/2013/08/16/my-top-10-movies-no-2/

Interviews

-From The Wizard’s Cauldron, Orange County Musings with Brenda Perlin: http://greenwizard62.blogspot.com/2013/07/a-year-ago-i-met-brenda-perlin-writer.html

-From Authors to Watch, Interview with Christine Elaine Black: http://www.authorstowatch.com/2013/07/interview-with-christine-elaine-black.html

- From JeanzBookReadNReview, PROMOTIONAL SPOTLIGHT & AUTHOR INTERVIEW - BURN IT BY JENNIFER CIE: http://jeanzbookreadnreview.blogspot.com/2013/07/promotional-spotlight-author-interview.html

- From The Beautiful Room, Exceptional Horsemanship from Lauren Woodard: Guest Blog Post: http://janeayres.blogspot.com/2013/07/exceptional-horsemanship-from-lauren.html

- From JeanzBookReadNReview, AUTHOR INTERVIEW - MEGAN CURD: http://jeanzbookreadnreview.blogspot.com/2013/08/author-interview-megan-curd.html

-From JeanzBookReadNReview, AUTHOR INTERVIEW - ANTIOCH - THE CIRCLE BY WILLIAM HARLAN: http://jeanzbookreadnreview.blogspot.com/2013/08/promotional-spotlight-author-interview_4.html

Writing

-From Creative Writing with the Crimson League, Authors: a warning about classifying and categorizing your characters: http://crimsonleague.com/2013/07/25/authors-a-warning-about-classifying-and-categorizing-your-characters/

- From Myriad Spheres, 101 Thoughts on Self-Publishing -- 010: Write Everything Down: http://myriadspheres.blogspot.com/2013/07/101-thoughts-on-self-publishing-010.html

-From Writerland, 7 Things I take to writer’s conferences: http://meghanward.com/blog/2013/07/25/7-things-i-take-to-writers-conferences/

-From Live Write Thrive, Are you a who or that? : http://www.livewritethrive.com/2013/07/26/are-you-a-who-or-a-what/

-From Masquerade Crew, Multiple POVs: Why I Love 'Em: http://masqueradecrew.blogspot.com/2013/08/multiple-povs-why-i-love-em.html

-From Patti Roberts and Guests, Writing Tips From Authors - And how they became published authors: http://paradox-theangelsarehere.blogspot.com/2013/08/writing-tips-from-authors-and-how-they.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Paradox-SeriesOfBooks+%28PARADOX+-+Series+of+books%29

Blogging

- From Daily (w)rite, What Do You Do When You Step into a Dead #Blog? http://damyantiwrites.wordpress.com/2013/06/23/what-do-you-do-when-you-step-into-a-dead-blog/#comment-13566

- From the examiner.com, Author blogs and the art of fishing:  http://www.examiner.com/article/author-blogs-and-the-art-of-fishing?CID=examiner_alerts_article

- From LogAllot, The Danger of Using Photo Images and What it Will Cost You:  http://www.logallot.com/the-danger-of-using-photo-images-and-what-it-will-cost-you/?goback=%2Egde_66325_member_258845345

-From Larry Neilson Blog, How to Use Short URLs: http://larryneilson.com/how-to-use-short-urls

Entertainment

-From inspirationenergy, Its Friday, Take 2: Stephen Colbert’s Answer to Racial Harmony: http://inspirationenergy.wordpress.com/

-From LoadingDocProcution, A Tap on the Window Promotional Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXk0ADZ70cc

-From IndieWire.com/The Playlist, The Secret Life of Walter Mitty trailer: http://blogs.indiewire.com/theplaylist/watch-ben-stiller-takes-the-red-one-in-surprising-trailer-for-the-secret-life-of-walter-mitty-20130730

-From Chronicle Books, CARNIVORES By Aaron Reynolds, Illustrated by Dan Santat : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mgt8k8Dle-Q&feature=youtu.be

-From AudioSexx, Geek Week: http://audiosexxx.com/2013/08/04/geek-week/comment-page-1/#comment-1716

-From TRISTA DIGIUSEPPI, Look At Me-chapter one: http://tristadigiuseppi.wordpress.com/2013/08/04/look-at-me-chapter-one/

-From Chronicle Book, Dead Mountain -- Book Trailer : http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCOTZTdUEAw&feature=em-uploademail

-From TheNoseBleed.com , Ashton Kutcher reveals real name, gives incredible speech at Teen Choice Awards: http://thenosebleeds.com/ashton-kutcher-reveals-real-name-gives-incredible-speech-at-teen-choice-awards/

-From PASTE, 12 Best Fictional Libraries: http://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/lists/2013/08/best-fictional-libraries.html

-From Huffington Post, 13 Bookish TV Characters (VIDEO): http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/08/02/bookish-tv-characters-_n_3695805.html?ref=topbar

Other

-From  The Masquerade Crew, Introducing Masquerade Book Tours. A new site, a new service: http://masqueradecrew.blogspot.com/2013/08/introducing-masquerade-book-tours-new.html

-From LiveWriteThrive, Words of Advice from Famous Authors That Are Just Wrong: http://www.livewritethrive.com/2013/07/29/words-of-advice-from-famous-authors-that-are-just-wrong/

-From Faerie Book Loft, Clean Up Bookmarks and Favorites FREE: http://sunni-faeriebookloft.blogspot.com/2013/07/clean-up-bookmarks-and-favorites-free.html

-From JeanzBookNReview, TEN SONGS THAT GET THE WRITING ENERGY FLOWING FOR M.A. GEORGE: http://jeanzbookreadnreview.blogspot.com/2013/07/ten-songs-that-get-writing-energy.html?showComment=1375132130959#c3303375698371270394

-From Rob On Writing, Come on over and conversate a little (content advisory): http://robonwriting.com/2013/07/26/come-on-over-and-conversate-a-little/

- From Christmas All Year Long, Don’t Procrastinate! Here’s Why...: http://christmaswithbrenda.blogspot.com/2013/08/dont-procrastinate-heres-why.html

-From Jenn’s Trends, The Importance of Using LinkedIn: http://jennstrends.wordpress.com/2013/07/26/the-importance-of-using-linkedin/comment-page-1/#comment-865

-From A Curious Girl, Rain Rain Go Away: http://acuriousgal.wordpress.com/2013/08/05/rain-rain-go-away/

-From Eli Bishop, 10 Myths About Introverts: http://elibishop.com/2011/07/27/10-myths-about-introverts/

By including links to these articles, reviews, interviews, etc…I am not endorsing the opinions of these bloggers and writers, but am simply sharing the highlights of my blog reading experience.

If you happen to stop by any of these post and want to leave a nice comment, please tell them I sent you. (Copy this => I came upon this post via Toi Thomas.)

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Author Insights 18: Ways to Follow.

Email is the best way for me to follow a blog, because it reminds me that I'm even following a certain blog and when I'm not in the mood, I simply delete the message or come back to it later.

Wordpress is a community of bloggers and blog followers, and the follow feature is built in, but you can still customize it. If it's a blog I know I really don't want to miss, I'll set up a daily or weekly digest for my email. Other than that, I make a point to visit the Wordpress Reader a few times a week. Wordpress is ideal because it lets you see who's following you and others can see if you are following them.

Networked Blog is great if you're already using it to follow other blogs. I also like it because I can see the people who are following me and they can see that I'm following them.

For Blogger, Google Friend connect does this also, but I find that it's sometimes not the best way to follow to actually receive content. Again I can see who's following me and they and see me.

Ah, Feedly. I heart Feedly. It has become my go to blog reader. Most blogs I follow, I actually follow twice, unless I do an email subscription. I try to follow as much as possible using Worpress, Networked Blogs, and Google Friend Connect, just so my little face is there smiling at my favorite bloggers, but I find that if I'm actually reading and commenting on that bloggers content, it's because of Feedly. Feedly keeps me from having to go to all the above mentioned places to visit all the blogs I follow because they are all in one place. 

Now, there's Bloglovin. So, for once I'm really late on something I already knew about but didn't realize. Let me explain. I follow a few fashion blogs. I got into the habit because of my sister Tori who loves fashion and is constantly teaching me a thing or two about it. I follow all my fashion blogs through Bloglovin and for some reason figured that's all Bloglovin was for. How silly of me. 

Sooooo, I guess I'll be playing around with Bloglovin and Feedly to see which suits me best, but knowing me, I'll probably end up using them both. 

Follow my blog with Bloglovin

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Blogdom July 2013

Oh boy, do I have loads to share from my Blogdom!

You may want to bookmark this and come back to it a few times. Good stuff here.

(July, 2013)

Reviews

-From Typing Tiara, Anatomy of a Boyfriend: http://typingtiara.blogspot.com/2013/07/review-anatomy-of-boyfriend.html

-From Adopting James, Monsters University: http://adoptingjames.wordpress.com/2013/06/24/spoiler-free-monsters-university-review/

-From MyBookAddictionReviews, Dig Those Dinosaurs: http://mybookaddictionreviews.com/2013/06/26/review-dig-those-dinosaurs-by-lori-haskins-houran/

-From Zany Zach’s Blog, Evil Dead 2013 Review: http://zanyzacreviews.wordpress.com/2013/07/03/evil-dead-2013-review/

-From Morgen Bailey’s Writing Blog, Grammarly (wesite): http://morgenbailey.wordpress.com/2013/07/07/review-of-grammarly-com-by-morgen-bailey/

-From Tynga’s Reviews, Shadow& Bone: http://www.tyngasreviews.com/2013/07/shadow-bone-by-leigh-bardugo.html

Interviews

-From Alexandra’s Corner, 10 Questions with Thriller Writer Chuck Barrett: http://authorryanschneider.blogspot.com/2013/07/10-questions-with-thriller-writer-chuck.html?showComment=1372797360250#c804018126467448147

-From The Wizard’s Cauldron, Turned to Stone near Featherstone: Louise Gornall : http://greenwizard62.blogspot.com/2013/07/turned-to-stone-near-featherstone.html

-From the Paradox Series of Book blog, Storm Rising author, Kenneth Hoss: http://paradox-theangelsarehere.blogspot.com/

Writing

-From Creative Writing with the Crimson League, “Writing for You” comes July 31: http://crimsonleague.com/2013/07/01/book-release-notice-let-your-inner-writer-show-writing-for-you-comes-july-31/

-From Live, Write, Thrive, It’s Not Rocket Science: http://www.livewritethrive.com/2013/07/05/its-not-rocket-science/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+LiveWriteThrive+%28Live+Write+Thrive%29

-From Cristian Mihai, On Blogging: http://cristianmihai.net/2013/07/03/on-blogging-2/

- From Creative Writing with the Crimson League, What can sitcoms teach us about character development?  http://crimsonleague.com/2013/07/16/authors-what-can-sitcoms-teach-us-about-character-development/

Entertainment

-From Nely Cab, Creatura chapter one: http://nelycab.blogspot.com/2013/06/creatura-chapter-1-preview-and-arc.html

-From Morgen Bailey’s Writing Blog, podcast – short stories episode no.28: http://morgenbailey.wordpress.com/2013/06/30/baileys-writing-tips-podcast-short-stories-episode-no-28/

-From The Fashion Medley, Right On Midriff: http://thefashionmedley.com/2013/07/01/right-on-midriff/

-From The Between, Lady Liberty: http://glynisrankin.wordpress.com/2013/06/26/lady-liberty/

- From Les Pages aux Folles, About (LOL): http://www.lespagesauxfolles.ca/?pg=6

-From 22 Words, Actors breaking character to laugh…: http://twentytwowords.com/2013/06/06/actors-breaking-character-to-laugh-with-each-other-between-takes-15-pictures/

-From Harper Tee, Ten, by Gretchen McNeil ( scary book trailer): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fzOuyfcijw

-From Paradox-Series of Book, Movie Recommendation: The Call: http://paradox-theangelsarehere.blogspot.com/2013/07/movie-reccomendation-5-stars-call-2013.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Paradox-SeriesOfBooks+%28PARADOX+-+Series+of+books%29

-From Fox Broadcasting, Sleepy Hallow (trailer): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hFg9qS_u3w

-From Iris Huey, The Bookstore (short film): https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=-PFSRMdom3o

-From inspirationenergy, Throwback Thursday: The Flip Wilson Show: http://inspirationenergy.wordpress.com/2013/07/11/throwback-thursday-the-flip-wilson-show-geraldine-ray-charles/

-From CommonGoodBook, The Way of the Brilliant Flirt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=WxNIzemDQoU

-FromThe Artificial Selection Project, …Identify All The Cosplayers…  http://theartificialselectionproject.com/2013/07/16/five-super-hero-comics-that-will-help-you-identify-all-the-cosplayers-at-the-san-diego-comic-con/comment-page-1/#comment-200

Other

- From The Book Club Reading List, Author Blog Tips: https://bookclubreading.com/author-blog-tips/?ap_id=bookmarketer

- From Blogging for a Good Book (book promo), Incognegro: http://bfgb.wordpress.com/2013/06/27/incognegro-by-mat-johnson-and-warren-pleece/

-From Just Wheat, Red Lights: http://justwheat.wordpress.com/2013/07/02/red-lights/#comment-1582

-From Serendipity Reviews, The Love Dare: Day One: http://serendipity-reviews.com/the-love-dare-day-one/

By including links to these articles, reviews, interviews, etc…I am not endorsing the opinions of these bloggers and writers, but am simply sharing the highlights of my blog reading experience.

If you happen to stop by any of these post and want to leave a nice comment, please tell them I sent you. (Copy this => I came upon this post via Toi Thomas.)

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Who is Nina Soden?

Well this time next week: Monday July 29th, Nina Soden, Author of the Blood Angel Series, will be interviewing me on her blog. There will be a giveaway, so don’t miss the opportunity.

To learn more about Nina, visit these great links.

www.ninasoden.wordpress.com

www.facebook.com/BloodAngelSeries

www.twitter.com/Nina_Soden

AWAKEN book 1: http://amzn.com/B008Q8ZPE4

BEGINNINGS book 2: http://amzn.com/B00D3G7RWM

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About: 'Brave New Souls: Black Sci-Fi & Fantasy Writers of the 21st Century'

from indiewire.com

I don't reblog much, but I saw a discussion about this on LinkedIn and had to check it out. I understand this may not be for everyone, and that’s ok, but for those interested, please check it out.

“Brandon (a professional writer, screenwriter, and educator based in LA., with over fifteen years of experience) also wants to provide a window into the creative processes of these black artists, and expose both aspiring writers and potential fans to incredibly imaginative, witty and sophisticated storytelling that challenge our perceptions of what is possible.” ~TAMBAY A. OBENSON

Reblogged from Indiewire.com : Shadow and Act

See the full article and stimulating sneak peak at the link below.

http://blogs.indiewire.com/shadowandact/sneak-peek-brave-new-souls-black-sci-fi-fantasy-writers-of-the-21st-century

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Author Insights 17

I've been a busy bee. Here's an interview of me to check out. 

Tina Frisco: Writing with Hope and Gratitude

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Author Insights 16

Street Wraith Press

This link is a cultural study of my book. Words can't describe how I feel right now. Who knew I was so deep J ?...Seriously, if you have a moment, check it out. You may just be surprised.

--The book cover you will see is the first edition book cover. It has changed since and may change again. I’m very excited about what is happening with my new publisher and can’t wait to share more with you--

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Happy Independence Day U.S.A.

I hope everyone is spending time with loved ones and enjoying the freedoms of the country, even the ones you don't like. Remember how this country got to where it is now, good and bad, and think about where it can go. Outside of that, don't worry about politics today, just have fun and be happy.

Here's a peek at my patriotic pinboard, Land of the...

Click here to enter.

As for the rest of the world, I sincerely hope you are having a wonderful day where ever you are :).

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Author Insight 15

Well is been a while since I've just made a statement, but I feel that now is the time.

I love to write, I enjoying posting to my blogs, and I like social networking, but these things are quite difficult to do when you're sick all the time. Even though I fight to get over my ailments, sometimes they get the better of me. I will make every effort I can to be as consistent as possible with this blog, but don't be too surprised if I go M.I.A. again.

I promise, I will always come back and start just where I left off.

ToiBox Update 03

In case you’re interested, here are some highlights from my other blog, the ToiBox. This is where I talk more in depth about my whole writing experience.

Last post ended 1/18/13

1/22/13 WIP Update 03 http://etoithomas.wordpress.com/2013/01/22/wip-update-03/

1/23/13 Author Insights 03 http://etoithomas.wordpress.com/2013/01/23/author-insights-03/

1/24/13 Character Files from the ToiBox 3: Giovanni- Stats  http://etoithomas.wordpress.com/2013/01/24/character-files-from-the-toibox-3-giovanni-stats/

Blogdom 02

What I’m Reading in the Blogdom!

Unmasked http://authortashawright.blogspot.com/2013/01/unmasked.html

An Interview with Margaret Arvanitis http://greenwizard62.blogspot.com/2013/01/oregon.html

FF Cover Character Picks!  http://authornadegerichards.blogspot.com/2013/01/ff-cover-character-picks.html

Clothes make the character  http://jplanewrites.blogspot.com/2012/11/clothes-make-character.html FF Cover Character Picks! FF Cover Character Picks!

My Word for 2013  http://christmaswithbrenda.blogspot.com/2013/01/my-word-for-2013.html

Rod Serling and The Obsolete Man My Word for 2013 My Word for 2013  http://2012writersalive.blogspot.com/2013/01/rod-serling-and-obsolete-man.html

Five blogs any self-publisher should follow http://cristianmihai.net/2012/12/30/five-blogs-any-self-publishershouldfollow/?year=2012&monthnum=12&day=30&like=1&_wpnonce=658d6cbe4d&wpl_rand=71712e6fc4

Why Do I Write? By Lorrie Unites-Struiff http://bookstogonow.blogspot.com/2013/01/why-do-i-write-by-lorrie-unites-struiff.html

Who needs a schedule? http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=1Pbbhk&m=3dDOSmS.ybIScSD&b=ewGmelaL0rlz4MDK_ffHGA

New Spray Paint Pieces on Canvas. http://urbanwallart.wordpress.com/2012/10/29/new-spray-paint-pieces-on-canvas/

A Scapegoat- A Fallen Angel http://lisavoisin.wordpress.com/2013/01/09/winged-wednesdays-the-scapegoat-a-fallen-angel/?year=2013&monthnum=01&day=09&like=1&_wpnonce=f71ad07bbd&wpl_rand=7aac7b387a

How is this draft still THIS rough after two editing passes? http://crimsonleague.com/2013/01/12/how-is-this-draft-still-this-rough-after-two-editing-passes/   

On Writing As Therapy http://crimsonleague.com/2013/01/09/on-writing-as-therapy/

6 Sentence Sunday from The Between Blog http://glynisrankin.wordpress.com/2013/01/13/six-sentence-sunday-3/#like-267

The Run-up to Sophie’s Run http://nickywellsklippert.wordpress.com/2013/01/11/the-run-up-to-sophies-run/