D is for Doing the Work

by Vanna April 4, 2013

I just have a short post today, and it has to do with the third book in my Anniversary of the Veil series. I am happy to say that I have started a new Scrivener document for the first draft, and have begun writing in my scene plan. Tomorrow, I will start writing

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C is for Confidence

by Vanna April 3, 2013

I’m back with another post as part of the A to Z Challenge, and the topic of the day is Confidence.  I recently reached out to a sci-fi/fantasy reader/writer club in my area, because I wanted to connect with other lovers of the genre in person.  Chatting online is awesome, but there’s nothing quite like [...]

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B is for Beginnings (and The Beacon) #WABWM

by Vanna April 2, 2013

So, today is the second day of the A to Z Blogging Challenge and I am happy to say that I have started writing the third and final book in the Anniversary of the Veil Series. It is, as yet, untitled, but I have the story more or less planned out. I’m not telling though [...]

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A is for Alet (and Arlee)

by Vanna April 1, 2013
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Guest Post: Lee Strauss – Can You Learn to Write?

by Vanna March 27, 2013

Can You Learn to Write? by Lee Strauss Is writing a gift you are born with? Do some people just have a natural way with words and phrases, the ability to spin a yarn, beyond the average person? Or, is writing something that can be learned, like any skill or passion? My answer is yes. [...]

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Spring Equinox Spectacular Fantasy Sale Begins

by Vanna March 20, 2013

I am happy to announce the start of the Spring Equinox Spectacular Spring Sale. Me and a bunch of my fantasy writer friends over at the Magic Appreciation Tour have deeply discounted our novels, short story collections and boxed sets. I have recently released the Anniversary of the Veil Series Boxed set, which includes both [...]

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Spring is Here: Announcing the Spring Equinox Promo

by Vanna March 19, 2013

My friends at the Magic Appreciation Tour (MAT) and I are putting together a very special promo, the Spectacular Spring Equinox Fantasy Sale which will take place from March 20th-22nd. there will be giveaways, sales, fun conversation, and so much more. There are 21 authors participating with a total of 36 magical fantasy books on [...]

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How to Write a Novel: HTTS Ultra Goes Live With Extra Savings Bonus

by Vanna March 14, 2013

As some of you may know, I am a very happy student of Holly Lisle’s writing programs and I just wanted to let you know that she recently re-released her main writing course, How to Think Sideways and that through 12 Noon on Friday, you can get it for a discount of $100. I’m currently [...]

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Happy Birthday, Protector!

by Vanna March 10, 2013

Exactly one year ago today I published Protector (Anniversary of the Veil, Book 1)! In other words: “Happy Birthday, Protector!” In this time I sold over 1000 ebook copies of my debut novel and released its sequel, Decision Maker (Anniversary of the Veil, Book 2). I never imagined my debut novel would be so successful [...]

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Interview with Fantasy Author Elizabeth Baxter

by Vanna February 28, 2013

Today I want to introduce you to yet another fellow Magic Appreciation Tour member: fantasy author Elizabeth Baxter.  I’ve asked her a series of questions about her fantasy series and writing journey, so let’s see what she has to say. When did you first start writing and how long did it take you to finish [...]

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