Another year has come and gone! Can you believe it? Time just flies by anymore.
Now, I'm not one for making resolutions.
I know, *gasp* and *sputter*
You see, I believe that every day should start with resolutions, no matter what the calendar says. Each dawn brings with it a fresh chance to accomplish some small step towards your dreams. Because as we all know, it's not about the destination, it's about the journey we take to get there!
My journey has had its fair share of bumps and detours, but I'm getting better at keeping on my path. It might be twisty and curvy, but its my individual path, and I make the best of it! That includes having the opportunity to renew my contract for my first novel, aptly titled Second Chances, with a possible option for print availability. I'm a huge fan of the e-book revolution, but having something in print will just be a way for more opportunities to come my way. Not to mention how this attests to how much Sapphire Blue Publishing is growing in the industry itself. And Sapphire Blue has accepted two more stories in my Hell House series, so 2011 will see Fairy Fury and Vampires Don't Dance released. Also, my first release with Wild Rose Press comes out in just 2 days! I've already gotten one nice review for Through Hell and High Water, and am so excited to be able to call myself a multi-published author!
I continue to be thankful and blessed with friends and family that support my writing and help me grow.
2011 is going to be amazing, and I'm looking forward to every second of it.
How about you?
Monday, January 3, 2011
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Contest Winners and Nano Results
November came and went with a flurry of writing activity for me. Did I make the 50K goal?
Alas, no.
However, I finished my YA novella and sent it to the editor for consideration, and I wrote a m/m novella and sent it to a submissions call. Both were goals I wanted to at least make for Nano. I think my total word count ended up around 25k for the month. Half of what was expected, but a personal best for me. I'm now knee-deep in edits for number two of my YA series, and getting excited for my Wild Rose Press release January fifth.
I hosted a contest in November to give thanks to all the folks that are members of my site and followers of my blog. I picked winners this morning.
First Place - Willow
Second Place - Val
I'm waiting to hear what books they pick as their prizes. I want to try and have some kind of a contest for the Christmas holiday. Any thoughts or ideas would be greatly appreciated.
As for now - back to edits!
Alas, no.
However, I finished my YA novella and sent it to the editor for consideration, and I wrote a m/m novella and sent it to a submissions call. Both were goals I wanted to at least make for Nano. I think my total word count ended up around 25k for the month. Half of what was expected, but a personal best for me. I'm now knee-deep in edits for number two of my YA series, and getting excited for my Wild Rose Press release January fifth.
I hosted a contest in November to give thanks to all the folks that are members of my site and followers of my blog. I picked winners this morning.
First Place - Willow
Second Place - Val
I'm waiting to hear what books they pick as their prizes. I want to try and have some kind of a contest for the Christmas holiday. Any thoughts or ideas would be greatly appreciated.
As for now - back to edits!
Friday, November 5, 2010
NaNo Update and Contest!
So, I'm still writing. My brain hasn't rebelled enough to send me off in another direction. No shiny objects to steal my attention away...yet.
Word count so far:
November 3rd - 1618
November 4th - 984
I think that brings the total so far up to 4871. Not too bad. Still have to get in some today.
Now - on to the contest! I want to give thanks to everyone! So, from now through November 30th, you can enter to win free books!
One first place winner will win their choice of one of my books, and any other two titles from the Sapphire Blue Publishing catalog.
One second place winner will win their choice of one of my books.
Free e-books! What's not to love?
How to enter? Well the first and easiest way is to become a site member at my website www.christlegray.com
Don't worry, if you already are a member, you're entered without even trying! (wasn't that easy?)
If you'd like another entry, then leave a guestbook message, letting me know!
Want a third entry? Then become a follower of my blog! Again, if you're already a follower, you've already gained another entry!
On December 1st, I will pick two winners from all the entries.
Free books to give thanks!
Word count so far:
November 3rd - 1618
November 4th - 984
I think that brings the total so far up to 4871. Not too bad. Still have to get in some today.
Now - on to the contest! I want to give thanks to everyone! So, from now through November 30th, you can enter to win free books!
One first place winner will win their choice of one of my books, and any other two titles from the Sapphire Blue Publishing catalog.
One second place winner will win their choice of one of my books.
Free e-books! What's not to love?
How to enter? Well the first and easiest way is to become a site member at my website www.christlegray.com
Don't worry, if you already are a member, you're entered without even trying! (wasn't that easy?)
If you'd like another entry, then leave a guestbook message, letting me know!
Want a third entry? Then become a follower of my blog! Again, if you're already a follower, you've already gained another entry!
On December 1st, I will pick two winners from all the entries.
Free books to give thanks!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
NaNoWriMo...Yo!
It's National Novel Writing Month! Authors everywhere take up their computers and rise to meet the challenge of 50,000 words or more in thirty days! It's crazy! It's chaotic!
It's NaNoWriMo!
I've never taken part before, and am still a little leery, so I decided to participate unofficially. There's multiple projects I want to work on, so I'll spread the words around to meet the goal. I'm going to try to keep track of it all and post tallies, but I can be easily sidetracked, so keep that in mind!
November 1st - none
November 2nd - 2269k
I'm trying to finish a young adult novella, then want to start on an erotic novella.
Here's to MUCH writing!
It's NaNoWriMo!
I've never taken part before, and am still a little leery, so I decided to participate unofficially. There's multiple projects I want to work on, so I'll spread the words around to meet the goal. I'm going to try to keep track of it all and post tallies, but I can be easily sidetracked, so keep that in mind!
November 1st - none
November 2nd - 2269k
I'm trying to finish a young adult novella, then want to start on an erotic novella.
Here's to MUCH writing!
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Cover Art!
My Wild Rose Press release is almost ready! I got the beautiful cover art last night, and just had to share!
Nicola Martinez did and exceptional job. I couldn't be happier.
I hope to have a release date soon. Will keep you posted!
Nicola Martinez did and exceptional job. I couldn't be happier.
I hope to have a release date soon. Will keep you posted!
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Vacation and Edits
Sooooo...I spent the past week on vacation. Did I have an exciting trip planned to an exotic locale where pool boys serve me drinks with colorful umbrellas?
Alas, no.
However, what I did get to do was indulge in some seriously needed R&R - which included sleeping late, watching tv, reading until my eyes bugged out, writing, and the best part - taking care of edits for my Wild Rose Press Release, Through Hell and High Water.
I've been uber-excited to work with Fran at TWRP. She's awesome, and has made my story shine like I never thought it could. I'm so happy we work well together. It makes me want to write more stories, just so she can edit them! Now all we need is cover art, which should be any time. Be assured, as soon as I get the go ahead, I will plaster that baby all over every blog, profile, author page I have on this world wide web.
Until then, it's on to the next project.
Alas, no.
However, what I did get to do was indulge in some seriously needed R&R - which included sleeping late, watching tv, reading until my eyes bugged out, writing, and the best part - taking care of edits for my Wild Rose Press Release, Through Hell and High Water.
I've been uber-excited to work with Fran at TWRP. She's awesome, and has made my story shine like I never thought it could. I'm so happy we work well together. It makes me want to write more stories, just so she can edit them! Now all we need is cover art, which should be any time. Be assured, as soon as I get the go ahead, I will plaster that baby all over every blog, profile, author page I have on this world wide web.
Until then, it's on to the next project.
Sunday, September 5, 2010
A Change Is Gonna Come
Well, one of the things I struggle with most in my life is time management.
I know. Big shocker, there.
Balancing a disabled husband, full time job, and fledgling writing career with some kind of regular life escapes me quite often.
And so, I have made a big decision. I am giving up my full time job and going to part time. That way, I can have more time to devote to writing, blogging, and promotion.
Is this the smartest thing for me to do in the current economy? Possibly not. Am I crazy? Most definitely.
The thing is, I'm at a point in my life where I know I need to make a change. A REALLY big change. We're only on this rock for just a short while, and need to make the most of it. Continuing on the path I've been on for the last 11 years just wasn't working for me anymore.
So at the end of September, I will join the ranks of part time. I will still look for another job, but hopefully, I'll be able to get enough writing done so that I won't need it. All I can do is try.
Wish me luck!
I know. Big shocker, there.
Balancing a disabled husband, full time job, and fledgling writing career with some kind of regular life escapes me quite often.
And so, I have made a big decision. I am giving up my full time job and going to part time. That way, I can have more time to devote to writing, blogging, and promotion.
Is this the smartest thing for me to do in the current economy? Possibly not. Am I crazy? Most definitely.
The thing is, I'm at a point in my life where I know I need to make a change. A REALLY big change. We're only on this rock for just a short while, and need to make the most of it. Continuing on the path I've been on for the last 11 years just wasn't working for me anymore.
So at the end of September, I will join the ranks of part time. I will still look for another job, but hopefully, I'll be able to get enough writing done so that I won't need it. All I can do is try.
Wish me luck!
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