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December 2009 Blog Posts (8)

A REVIEW BY JANE KNOX--CROSSROADS

5.0 out of 5 stars Fast-Paced, Tight Prose, December 22, 2009

By J. L. Knox "JLK" (San Antonio, TX USA) - See all my reviews

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OK. This is not the genre of choice for me, but I've come to know Steven Nedelton and I had to admit, his book sounded interesting, so why limit myself, I thought. So here's my take: This is a plot-driven, fast-paced, spy thriller that seems to incorporated a lot of research and keen literary skill. I'm very glad I picked up this book, and… Continue

Added by steven nedelton on December 22, 2009 at 7:51am — No Comments

Skooked Again

Klatowya from Lotus Landry - author of Skookum Man (category: romance,Western,feminist)

What is 'Skookum'? This is a word derived from Chinook trader language that can have many meanings, among these being 'powerful','brave','first cabin','durable','reliable'. Wikipedia even defines a 'skookum burger' as being a really delicioius hamburger.

Now the reader can wonder if the character, Robert Lovelace, in my novel is really as 'skookum' as the title implies. Is he… Continue

Added by Lotus Landry on December 12, 2009 at 12:49pm — No Comments

CROSSROADS in the movies?

Trying to get a producer for a CROSSROADS film and very interested in the latest one... THE RAVEN AFFAIR soon in Ebook format. In the last stage of final edit...

A new review:

“A techno-thriller in the tradition of Tom Clancy, Crossroads combines the best of Cold War era cat-and-mouse espionage with a healthy dose of conspiracy topped off with a bit of mind control. Steven Nedelton displays a masterful sense of suspense as he winds his way through the intricacies of back room… Continue

Added by steven nedelton on December 10, 2009 at 8:10pm — No Comments

The Stories Behind The Stories--Working Stiffs

Workings Stiffs will be going out of print soon now so I've made the book available as an ebook. As I've done with all my books, I like to write about the story behind the stories and what inspired me to write the stories for Working Stiffs--other than a contract). :-)

So please enjoy these tales behind the tales.

Feel free to share your thoughts on these inspirations with me.

"Old Flames Burn The… Continue

Added by Simon Wood on December 10, 2009 at 9:00am — No Comments

Technically Speaking

I've been a contributor to Writer's Digest for a number of years. I've written all many of subjects from plotting to short stories. Many of the pieces I wrote are no longer available from WD back issues, so I've now made them available for download at Smashwords. I hope you'll check them out or pass on the word.

Added by Simon Wood on December 9, 2009 at 7:46pm — No Comments

Sea Clearwater

Sea Clearwater is a book that will delight the palate of young readers of fantasy. Sea Clearwater, the heroine in this action filled adventure, battles the forces of darkness with Thomas Saise, her friend and fellow warrior. Together they solve the mystery of Sea Clearwater’s identity and their adventures bring them into the realm of fantasy where wizards and fairies as well as creatures of darkness and creatures of light either befriend them or become foes.This delightful fantasy will keep you… Continue

Added by rhondajoyce on December 8, 2009 at 6:41pm — No Comments

Sea Clearwater is a book that will delight the palate of young readers of fantasy. Sea Clearwater, the heroine in this action filled adventure, battles the forces of darkness with Thomas Saise, her f…

Added by rhondajoyce on December 8, 2009 at 6:39pm — No Comments

Free Poetry Writing Contest WINTER & POEMS – win cash with your poems

There is currently running a free-to-enter poetry contest on BookRix for poets and readers. The theme is "Winter & Poems". Prizes on the line include $1.600,00 in prize money for writers, "fame!" and Amazon vouchers (each worth $20) for voting readers. The 10 best-rated poetry books will be given to an independent jury consisting of the Georgia Writers Association and a professional writer who works for BookRix as a freelancer.

Perhaps you want to submit your own poetry in the… Continue

Added by Nils on December 8, 2009 at 5:14am — No Comments