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Book Launch Less Than a Month Away
It’s hard to believe we are now less than a month away from the launch date of April 11. It’s a bit surreal to see the manuscript I worked on for so long finally make it into print. The first printed proof of the book I received a couple weeks ago showed that some adjustments…
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New Crime Novel Now Weeks from Print
After three years of writing, editing and proofing, my new crime novel Islands of Deception is within weeks of being available in ebook and print version. Last week the cover and back cover design were completed and a print proof has been ordered for one last check. The proof will give me my first look at…
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My New Book is One Step Closer to Print
This morning the last edits for my book Islands of Deception went to the publisher. This was the last proofread of the book before it goes to final layout and printing. It is a bit strange to be at this point in the process after writing and editing the manuscript for the last three years.…
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Final Manuscript Advancing to Typesetting
As we near the end of 2022, I reflect back on when the year began. At that point I had a manuscript for a crime novel that was almost ready to hand over to my editor. The book had already been through what is called a macro edit where the plot was scrutinized and I…
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Born of Fury
Where do story ideas come from? Yesterday, strong winds demonstrated the power Lake Michigan can hold (as shown in the shaky photo above). As I stood on the beach, barely able to stand against the wind, my imagination took hold of the moment. Suddenly a story idea took shape, now tucked away for future reference.…
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The Publishing Journey Begins
This morning I sent the final manuscript for my book Islands of Deception to the publisher. After three years of writing and editing, it’s exciting to start the self-publishing journey. It’s a strange feeling to end the editing process after making so many revisions to the lives of the characters, their interactions with each other,…
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The Ultimate Setting
The sun settles into the horizon, closing out this day. The soothing rhythm of waves gently disperse against the sandy beach. A gentle breeze ruffles my hair. The clouds above begin to glow with fantastic hues of orange. This is what I love about northern Michigan and being close to such beautiful natural settings. It…
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Editing Nearly Complete on my First Crime Novel
I am excited that my first crime novel, Islands of Deception, is nearing the completion of the editing process. After three years of writing and editing, the final manuscript will go to the publisher in early November. This will start the self-publishing journey for me. The book is scheduled for release Spring 2023. The book…
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