Have you ever wondered what hides behind a polished façade of a womaniser? In literature and onscreen the men who refuse to commit and form a long-term relationship are usually depicted from the perspective “I’ve chosen it myself because it’s cool and I need nobody in my life”. James Bond doesn’t count – he has... Continue Reading →
Interview with “The Dinner Club” author Helen Aitchison
Hi Helen and welcome to my blog. Thank you for giving me a chance to talk about books and writing with you today. I know that writing wasn’t your lifetime dream. So, my first question is: Eve: What inspired you to start writing? Helen: A number of situations and circumstances were the catalyst to me... Continue Reading →
Indie author’s little victories and major puzzles
It is an especially satisfying feeling when something you consider significant but unattainable finally happens. After more than seven thousand copies of “Neglected Merge” were downloaded for free and sold in the fourteen months after its release, the magic number of 50 reviews/rates has finally been reached. Many book promotion gurus claim that the moment... Continue Reading →
Summer Book Sale
For a limited time only, the Neglected Merge Trilogy – on sale on Amazon! Multi-award-winning book one “Neglected Merge” – FREE Books two and three – 0.99c / 0.99p Join the two nations – the Wingless and the Winged Ones – on the road to finding common ground in the fantasy romance & drama trilogy Neglected Merge. There aren’t... Continue Reading →
“Dark” by Kat Kinney
The description of this book warns – “sizzling hot romance” – and that’s what a reader gets! So, be prepared and leave all your modesty behind when you open “Dark” by Kat Kinney, the first instalment of the Blood Moon, Texas Shifters series. Meet Ethan and Hayden. Your new Romeo and Juliet – or I... Continue Reading →
Five reasons why you should give indie books a try
Last year I discovered the world of independent publishing. Not only did I publish my fantasy trilogy, but I also started reading books by indie authors. And since I am an avid reader, last week I celebrated a kind of anniversary: I’ve read 50 indie (or published by small press) books! Among the indie books... Continue Reading →
“King of the Wicked” by T.R. Hamby
What I love about books written by T.R. Hamby is that through her words, she places you so close to her characters that while reading you feel like you are sitting next to them. “King of the Wicked” is a fantasy story with true-to-life, likeable characters whom you immediately want to befriend despite them all... Continue Reading →
Is it a good idea to give away your books for free
I have no idea, to be honest. Just like about any other aspect of book promotion. What I know for sure is that it is worth trying. There is no other way to check if some particular method to target your potential readers works or not. Books are not hot baguettes. The strategy for finding... Continue Reading →
“Sultry, Is the Night” by Barbara Avon
I always find it hard to write about a book I really loved. “Sultry, Is the Night” by Barbara Avon is one of those books. That’s why, although I finished reading it a while ago, I couldn’t simply scribble a few lines saying “oh, what a great read”. It deserves more. Mario’s story is raw... Continue Reading →
“The Adventures of Lady Ellen Montagu” by J.G. MacLeod
Lady Ellen Montagu is the daughter of the Duke of Manchester. Although there are issues in her aristocratic family, including her father’s gambling and risk of bankruptcy, she is who she was born. For her, titles and rules of decorum are important. That’s why she makes decisions that can seem illogical to modern people. But... Continue Reading →