Guest Author: Drew Avera

My guest today is sci-fi author Drew Avera. He makes some great points about not using spell check as a crutch, and having at least two books before you publish, among other things. And don’t worry Drew: you’re not the only author the FBI has on a list!

Please join me in welcoming Drew to the Guest Author Program!

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Guest Author: Fiona Skye

My guest today is Fiona Skye, paranormal fiction and fantasy author. She offers her thoughts on the writing process, and has some great tips for editing (such a great point about using Kindle/Nook to review your edits!) Also, Fiona should copyright the term “vomit draft.”

Please join me in welcoming Fiona to the Guest Author Program!

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Guest Author: Iyana Jenna

My guest today is Iyana Jenna, a short story author who has had a whopping NINE of her stories traditionally published. She’s also offering free copies of her stories to FIVE lucky commenters, so take a look and let her know what you think.

Please join me in welcoming Iyana to the Guest Author Program!

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Guest Author: Ellespeth

My guest today is Ellespeth, an author of prose and poetry who has been writing for 50 years! Her answers are an inspiration to all of us, and a reminder that you never have to give up the things you love; she sees writing as a life partner. Thank you Ellespeth for being a guest!

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Guest Author: Crystal-Smith Connelly

My guest today is Crystal Smith-Connelly, comedic playwright of titles such as For I am Zeus: A Collection of Plays About Greek Mythology. I have to say, plays are usually not my favorite genre, but Crystal’s subjects look absolutely hilarious. If someone does not pick them up and adapt them (starring Will Ferrell and Will Arnett), a great travesty will have occurred. Not only that, but she donates part of her proceeds to SC Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Welcome Crystal!

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Guest Author: Jessica Peterson

My guest today is Jessica Peterson author of of The Key to Life. She has some great insight about her experience with self-publishing, including the important to remember concept of your work being “good enough.” Thank you Jessica for being a guest!

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Guest Author: Amanda Richardson

My guest today is Amanda Richardson, author of the debut novel Whisper of Hope, which will be the first novel of the Kingston Hearts trilogy. Please join me in reading more about Amanda’s writing journey on her very first novel experience!

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