Author Archives: Lindsay

Cut Scene from The Emperor’s Edge

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Lindsay

Usually when I delete a scene from a book, it happens early on, and there’s a good reason for attacking it with scissors. This is a scene that I’d be tempted to add back if I ever did a “director’s … Continue reading →

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What the Heck is Author Branding and How Do You Do It Anyway?

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Lindsay

A few years ago, I watched a YouTube video from an internet marketing guru (yes, he did try to sell me something at the end) that talked about why Coca-Cola was such a good brand name. Among other things, it … Continue reading →

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The Emperor’s Edge in Africa, the Author in Australia

Posted on November 30, 2011 by Lindsay

Back in October, when I did a paperback giveaway for the first two Emperor’s Edge books, two of the winners ended up being in Africa. After I cried a little over the cost of postage, I decided it was pretty … Continue reading →

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How Do You Find *Good* Self-Published Authors to Read?

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Lindsay

So, you’ve got a new Kindle, Ipad, or Nook, and you hear that it’s all the rage to support self-published or “indie” authors (it doesn’t hurt that their ebooks are usually cheaper, sometimes a lot cheaper, than those put out … Continue reading →

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Deadly Games Update and News on Upcoming Projects

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Lindsay

Hi, everyone (and Happy Thanksgiving to those in the U.S.). Today I’d like to take a moment to thank you guys for your support on Deadly Games, the third Emperor’s Edge book. It’s the first book I’ve “launched” from the … Continue reading →

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So, You Want a Book Blogger to Review Your Ebook…

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Lindsay

Today’s guest poster isn’t an author; she’s a book blogger. Misty Rayburn is someone who encouraged me when I was getting started. She was very friendly on Facebook and invited me to participate in some ebook giveaways. She’s since branched … Continue reading →

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Best Way to a Traditional Publishing Deal: Query Agents or Self-Publish?

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Lindsay

Every couple of weeks a reader asks me why I chose to self-publish. I don’t mind the question because (I think) it implies that said reader believes my stories are good enough that I could have gotten a traditional publishing … Continue reading →

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Goodreads Fantasy Book Discussion, Anyone?

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Lindsay

Lots of people (okay, one… *waves*) have asked if there’s a reader discussion forum where people can discuss my books with other fantasy fans. My answer was… I’d guess not. It’s been less than a year since I published my … Continue reading →

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