New Monthly Series

New Monthly Series

Author or Book Highlight

     I not only love to write, I love to read as well (surprise, surprise).  I think the more a writer reads books in the genre they are writing in, the more inspiration they receive from other writers.  I know for me, it stirs up a massive storm of inspiration.  I love to delve into the books I'm reading and escape into the imagination of the writer.   That's what I want to do for my readers.  Create a story so compelling, they have no choice but to lose themselves into the words of my imagination. 

    I'm going to start a new monthly series here on my blog- Author or Book Highlight.  At least once a month, I will post a highlight on a book, a series or an author.  Basically a review but hopefully with a little more detail.  And maybe, just maybe, I might be able to get an interview with one of my favorite authors and post it with their highlight.

     So do you want to check out a few of my favorite books?  A few books that have given me the inspiration to be a better writer for you?  Then keep an eye on my updates.  And if you want to share a book or author that you love, comment on this post or any of the future posts of Author or Book Highlights.



CONTEST TIME AGAIN!!!

Ready to Win a Signed Copy of Connections?

 

      Want to win a signed copy of Connections?  Well... the rules are very simple.  Go to my FaceBook author page at https://www.facebook.com/Author-Erin-V-Moore-1528407677413145/.   Like the page and share on your page. 

 

      If I get 350 likes by January 1st, 2016 I will randomly choose 2 names to win a signed paperback copy of Connections, my debut novel.

 

     Simple, right?  Then get to liking and sharing.  Good luck! :-)

 

 

What Are You Reading???

WHAT ARE YOU READING??

 

    

 

        Part of being a good author is research.  Research includes reading books within the genre you are writing.  My main genre I like to write is YA Urban Fantasy but I also like to write YA romance (with a twist).  With that, I have to read...Read...and READ some more!!! 

    

      I'm in the midst of reading a few series now.  Waiting on the next book to come out in the series.  (Yes, I know.  I need to be writing my next book in the Connections series.  I'm working on it :-)  )

 

        So, what are you reading right now?  Do you have a few books you are wanting to read but haven't got a round to it?  Love to hear what you would suggest.  Comment below the book or books you would suggest and why you think they are Books Worth Reading! 

Just a little something....

FREESTYLE FRIDAY!!!

FREESTYLE FRIDAY!

 

I know, I know.  It's been a long time since I have updated this blog, let alone do a Freestyle Friday. But believe me, my life has been pretty hectic the past few months.  Another story, another time.

 

But here we go...  Below is a picture to prompt mine and your imagination.  At first glance, it nudged my creative spirit.  Let's see what it does to your imagination.  You can continue with my story below or create one of your own.

 

 

 

    It was at that moment, I knew I was different.  From my friends and even my family.  I would know if any of them was keeping a secret this monumental.

 

    It started as a tingling in my fingertips turning into numbness.  I first thought it was the beginning of another anxiety attack.  I had those a lot, but the funny thing was, I never got anxious or nervous.  An even more curious attribute to the anxiety attacks was I had them when my joy and happiness were at their peaks.

 

    However, the tingle in my fingertips felt completely foreign, compared to the other times.  I closed my eyes, breathing in calm breaths which normally took care of the anxiety attacks.  No such luck, it only made it stronger.  It shot through my palms and up my arms.  The numbness turned to a fire.  Not the unpleasant kind.  More like the sort that you get when you are wrapped up in a fuzzy blanket that just came out of the dryer or sitting in front of a warm fireplace on a cold winters night.  Maybe even the kind that you feel when you first dip into a hot tub.

 

    As I slowly opened my eyes, I saw the lights.  Not just any ordinary lights, sparks swirled around my palms in every color imaginable.  I was mesmerized at the sight.  It lit up the darkness of the room I was sitting in.  Good thing I was alone.  How could I explain what was happening when I didn't even know myself?  Especially to...him!

 

 

 

OK peeps, here is where you come in.  Continue on with the story above or create one out of your own imagination.  Either way...HAVE FUN!!!

 

 

 

 





SUMMER READ-CONNECTIONS For only $.99!!!

SUMMER READ-CONNECTIONS

For only $.99!!!

 

     Are you looking for a great Summer Read?  And yes, I might be a little biased, but Connections has gotten some pretty great reviews on Amazon.com.  One is listed below:

 

 

"Excellent read! I can't wait to get my hands on the next one!!"

 

 

Starting June 1st and ending June 8th, you can get Connections for ONLY $.99!!!  Grab it while it's at a discount.  Tell your friends, family, anyone who likes to read!  And above all, enjoy Ana and Brian's story in CONNECTIONS! 

Still Looking (Listening) for Connections Playlist Songs...

Still Looking (Listening) for Connections Play List Songs

 

     I posted an article back in February about putting together a play list for Connections.  Now that it has been a few months (and hopefully more people have read Connections :-) ), I'd like some more input from my readers.  I received a few suggestions to the February article, but no where near enough for me to choose.

    

      So, here's a little prompt.  Think of the relationships between the characters.  Brian and Ana.  Ana and Caleb.  Ana and Aiden.  Caleb and Brian.  Sara and Ana.  You get the picture.  I've found a few on my own but the more options the better.

 

      I love hearing from my readers, so comments and suggestions are greatly appreciated.  Have fun with it!  So, what are you waiting for?  Listen to some awesome songs and respond!  ;-)

 



WINNER!

And the Winner is....

 

 

     April 1st is not just April Fools day here on my website.  It is also the day the winner of the Free Signed copy of Connections is announced!

 

      Drum roll please! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~

 

The Winner is..... Aquilla Killingsworth!!!

Yay! Whoo Hoo!  Aaaah!

 

Congratulations!!!

 

For those who would like to still win a free, signed copy of Connections, there will be more contests in the future. 

Stay Tuned!

DISCOUNTED PRICE!

Connections on SALE for a Discounted Price!

 

For a limited time only, Connections will be on sale for a discounted price of ONLY $.99!!!  Starting March 18th at 8am till March 22nd at 8pm.

 

 

 

Connections by Erin V Moore

 

Also, don't forget the contest that will end March 31st.  Get your name in FAST!  For details see my previous article about the contest.

CONTEST!!!!

CONTEST TIME!!!

 

 

     Is everyone ready for a contest??  I ordered some printed copies of my debut novel-Connections.  So the prize will be... drum roll please... a signed copy of Connections!  Ahhhhh! Yay!  Amazing!!  Sorry got carried away :-)

 

     I would like to get more subscribers to my website, more likes on my FB page and an increase in sells on Amazon.  Contest will end on March 31st, 2015. 

 

Here are the rules of the contest:

     1.) For every person you recommend who likes my FaceBook page, your name will be counted once.

     2.) For every person you recommend who subscribes to my website, your name will be counted TWICE!

     3.)  For every person you recommend who purchases my book AND writes a review on Amazon or Goodreads with their name in the review somewhere, your name will be counted FOUR TIMES!!!  (please remember the contest ends March 31st, so the review must be on Amazon or Goodreads BEFORE that date)  (Note-a review is the only way to track names of people you recommend)

     4.) The people you recommend MUST like my FaceBook page, Subscribe to my website or purchase my book with a review written with their name somewhere in the review BEFORE the end of March 31st!

     5.) In order to track who you recommend, you must contact me with the persons name BEFORE they subscribe, like or purchase, so I can track it on my website, FaceBook Page or the reviews posted on Amazon/Goodreads.  You can contact me via email, PM on my FaceBook page or through the contact form on this website.

     6.)  Remember, your name will only be counted like I stated in the above IF I can track the person you recommend.  So if you send me a name that does not do any of the above actions, then I cannot count your name for that person.  Sorry!

    

     On April 1st, I will randomly choose a person to win a signed copy of Connections!  The winner will be announced here on my website and on FaceBook!

 

     So the more people you recommend who either subscribe to my website, like my FaceBook page, and/or purchases my book and writes a review, the more times your name will be added in the drawing.

 

If you have any questions, reply with a comment to this post or contact me via any of the ways I stated in rule 5.

 

HAVE FUN!!!

 

The link to my FaceBook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Author-Erin-V-Moore/1528407677413145

 

The Link to purchase Connections on Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Connections-Book-1-Erin-Moore-ebook/dp/B00SYV2LD6/ref=sr_1_6?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1424738014&sr=1-6&keywords=Connections

Music Playlist for Connections

Music Playlist for Connections

 

 

     So let's do something fun!  So many authors have playlists that reminds them of their story's.  If the story was turned into a movie, what would be on the soundtrack kind of playlist. 

 

     I am really at a loss for songs that I could add to the playlist.  I'd really like to include a playlist of about 10-12 songs here on my website. 

 

     So this is where you come in.  For those who have read the book Connections, what songs would fit to the story line?  Comment below with a few.  Then I can compile what I think would fit and add the playlist on this website.  Please no songs with bad language :-)   Do have fun with it.  Let's see how many we can get. 

CONNECTIONS-Ready for purchase NOW!

Connections-Ready for purchasing!

 

     I'm so happy, I just cannot contain myself.  My first book has been uploaded and is now ready for purchase on Amazon.  I thought it would take a little while for Amazon to process it.   I revealed the cover to the contest winner-Samantha Denton just this morning.  So it wasn't supposed to be revealed to everyone till tomorrow.  But....  She was very gracious about it and didn't mind at all that it was already out there for everyone to see. 
    
     It is ready NOW!!  You just have to click on the blue link under the cover I've shown below.  If you don't have a kindle, all you have to do is download the kindle app on your phone or tablet, then go purchase the book.  It should automatically download to your device.

 

Connections-by Erin V Moore

    
     I first thought about what I wanted on the cover while writing the story.  My designer-Amygdala Book Cover Designs-did an amazing job, don't you think?

     Once you buy the book and read it, please go back to amazon and write a review (be nice :-)  ).  The more reviews (good ones, obviously), the better it looks for prospective buyers. 
   
     And tell all your friends, your family, your niece in college, EVERYONE!!!  I'm counting on my supporters to help me get the word out.  The saying that the best marketing is word of mouth is so true!

     Needless to say, my excitement for this milestone of the self-publishing journey is overflowing!!!  ~Happy Dance, Happy Dance~

Freestyle Friday! Happy New Year!

Freestyle Friday!

 

 

     It’s that time again, Friday.  The very first Friday of 2015 actually.  Let's start the New Year with a fresh slate, a blank page for new beginnings. 

     So to get creative juices flowing, we are doing a New Year Freestyle Friday.  If you are new to Freestyle Fridays, I start with either a picture, sentence or group of sentences, then continue with the beginnings of a story.  This is where you come in and either continue with my story or begin one of your own.  You don’t have to be a writer to do this, just someone who wants to have some creative fun!   

 

     This is not how I wanted to start the New Year.  Sitting alone, in a hotel room, starving… with a gun in my hand.

 

My Story

      I told him I couldn’t do it.  Just causing anyone to hurt was against my nature.  Why did it come down to this?  Did he really think I could get past the inevitable consequences of my actions?  What would my parents think?  Of course, they would never know, since they were hundreds of miles away.  But that didn’t stop me from caring about their reaction.

     I just didn’t understand why it had to come to this?

 

Ok, my peeps.  Take it from there, or start a new one.  Don’t be shy, I’d love to hear from you!



CONTEST WINNER!!!!

    December 16th has come and gone.  Now for the exciting news.  We have a winner of the Book Cover Reveal Contest!!!   YAY!!!!  Drum roll please........Samantha Denton!  She will have the privilege of checking out my book cover ONE WHOLE DAY before anyone else does!

     I am hoping to get the cover completed within the next month or so.  The design is complete, just waiting on me to finish editing so the designer will have the other details to complete the cover.  Ugghhh, that word again...edit! 
    
     So subscribe to this website and like my FaceBook page if you haven't already.  That way you can stay updated on the progress!

Freestyle Friday!

 Freestyle Friday!

 

   
  So I have this idea...  On FaceBook, people do Throwback Thursday, right?  I'd like to start Freestyle Friday.  Here's how it works: I'll choose a sentence, group of sentences or picture and write a short story based on what I've chosen.  It will be a few paragraphs or less each time. 
     Here's where you come in.  If you are a writer, a wanna-be writer or just want to try something fun, you can make your own short story up based on the sentence(s) or picture and post it in the comments.  OR if you want to continue with my story, that's completely fine too. 
     Either way, let's have some fun and get the weekend started!

Today, let's start with this picture!  (I choose random pictures on the internet, mainly through Pinterest)

It was exactly 10 years ago on this very day, her life changed in an instant.  Just looking at the house made her flinch.  The beauty it once was, hid behind the vines and dirt covering.  But somehow, on that day, the beauty turned to ashes before her eyes.  How could life continue to move on after what happened?

Abigail hesitantly stepped closer to the abandoned house.  Many of her childhood years were spent roaming the halls and exploring the hidden passages.  Her grandparents invited her family to stay with them every holiday, summer and long weekend.  Along with her cousins family.  Until that day.

Her cousin, Jeremiah, was only one year older than her but he thought it was more like ten years.  He treated her like his child instead of his cousin.  Always telling her and her little brother what to do.  He thought he was so brave, doing stupid things like jumping from the second story window to the ground.  He said it was to show how strong he was compared to them.

He wasn't strong that day.  His real age shone through his fear.  Nine years old was too young to endure the pain.  It was considered an accident but for the last ten years, Abigail questioned if it was planned.        

Ok readers, should I continue or do you want to have the honors?   

Editing....The "work" side of being an author!!

The creative part is done....Now the work begins!

 

 

Whoever said writing was easy was right (to me, anyway~wink~).  But the editing part and everything else that goes along with it...now that's where it gets hairy!   

Sitting for hours in front of a computer screen, checking if every word is spelled corektly  correctly.  A word is used properly and a phrase isn't overused....bleh!!  "But I wanted to do it myself" I said, determined!  Yeah, that was before I realized how much of a headache it was going to be.  Literally!!!  I had a headache all day yesterday!  3 cups of a coffee, a coke, and an energy drink didn't even help! 

 

I must press towards the mark, keep on keeping on, finish what I have started, so on and so on.  With those mantras running through my head (and me chanting to myself every now and then "you can do it!"), the editing won't do me in, leaving me whimpering on the floor!

 

So I say all that to say, Editing is for the birds!  I'm so ready to get back to the part I love... writing!!  Because my characters are fighting to get out of my imagination and go on to the sequel of their story.

 



Book Cover Reveal CONTEST!!!!

 

   To boost website subscribers, I am doing a contest.  For those who subscribe to this website between now and 11:59 Central Time on the 16th of December, I will randomly choose one person to reveal my cover to one whole day before I reveal it on my website and FaceBook page!!  (as for when that will be, not yet decided).

 

    I don't know about you, but I am so excited to have my cover ready and up for you (and me) to enjoy! It's been a long road to get to this point and I know it will be an even longer road to get the final book completed.  But, the wait will be worth it.  The tedious editing will be worth it!  The long nights and days of writing to get the finish product exactly the way it needs to be...will be worth it!

 

   Tell everyone you know to subscribe to this website.  I'd love to have over 50 subscribers before the book is published.  Help me to make it happen!  I know you can ;-).

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THANKfulness Month!

     

      November has come around again!  Didn't that happen last year? ~wink~  A lot of people think about turkey and dressing this month.  And some just skip right to the big event that happens in December-CHRISTMAS!  There is a holiday before Christmas and after Halloween-THANKSGIVING!

     But I like to do something a little different.  Instead of just saying what we are thankful for on Thanksgiving, how about take each day of November and say (type) what we are thankful?  So that's just what I've been doing.  On my personal Facebook account, I have taken a specific blessing in my life and poured out my heart on how thankful I am for that blessing.  It actually makes you stop and ponder on all the things in your life you are thankful for.  Instead of hurriedly thinking of a few items while you are cooking the turkey, you specify each day a different blessing.

     So, for those out there reading this right now.  Try something new, list something you are thankful for each day of the rest of November.  Next year, start on the 1st and go on through the rest of the month. 

            Make November more than just turkey and dressing.  Make it THANKfulness Month! 

Exciting news!

     I am so estactic, I can't breathe.  Of course, I get excited fairly easy :-) 

     I have commissioned a designer to design my e-book cover.  Just another step to a finished product! YAY!!!  So within the next few weeks, I will do a cover reveal of my first book on this website FIRST!  I feel confident the cover will be amazing.  The company I am using is AMYGDALA Book Cover Design and their covers are awesome! 

     It took me months researching and digging around on the Internet to find a company that could possibly bring my vision to life (and not cost an arm and leg....).  I also looked at some of the designers of the books I have read recently.  I found a few others that were in the running but this company just seemed to fit.  Hopefully my gut feeling turns out to be correct and by the end of this month my amazing cover will be ready.  Then......maybe my book will be edited by the end of the year and I can get it uploaded and out there for the world to read.

I can't breathe again!!!!   The excitement is too much!   Ok, ok, I'm better.

So please, subscribe to this website for the updates.  Tell your friends, family, neighbors, the cashier at the grocery store, EVERYONE to visit my website and Subscribe!  Come along with me on this journey of SELF-PUBLISHING!

WELCOME!!

           So the title to this post says it all!  Welcome to my new author website.  Right now it doesn't look like much, but hopefully in the near future there will be more to explore. 

          For those who know me personally, I have been writing for a few years now.  Diligently striving towards the ultimate prize, a published book (maybe more than just one....).  This website is my official Author Website that I will share updates on my writing, my actual books when they are published and much more! 

          So, please be patient with me.  Subscribe to this website and you will automatically receive an email when I add a new post.  Tell all of your friends, neighbors, family or even people in passing.  The more traffic and subscribers of this website, the better possibility that my books (my babies) will get into readers hands.  Feel free to add comments to any of posts or even use the contact form for any questions or comments.

          Thank you for stopping by and hopefully I will hear from you.