I really feel what Amanda is talking about here. We authors forget that oftentimes, the middleman is more of a gatekeeper these days than the gatekeepers (traditional and non-traditional publishers) are. This article was reblogged from Mad Genius Club and is their property. I did not steal it, merely helping them spread the word.
Month: February 2012
A Sunday Off
Over at Shiny Book Review we had a contest. Only 7 people entered, so choosing the winner was rather easy. We took an advanced randomization table, inserted a linear graph to calculate, used a high-tech algorithm to determine that our randomness was completely random, and then we drew straws to see which program would run first. Suffice … Continue reading A Sunday Off
Quickies
Really quickly: Last chance to enter the Shiny Book Review contest for a free copy of Ari Marmell's Thief's Covenant from Pyr Books. The review is here (hint: I liked it) and you can like us over on Facebook (yes, we have a page there... call us sellouts if you like). On the Facebook page, tell us why you are the … Continue reading Quickies
Bad News (and a little bit of good thrown in)
Bad news (and some good news to offset the bad). First off, I've informed the concom at Mysticon that I will be unable to attend this year. Work is crazy right now, and one of my fellow workers is out with a major surgery. I was anticipating on him covering for me while gone, and … Continue reading Bad News (and a little bit of good thrown in)
Write Here, Right Now
Figures. I'm all set to go to bed and I can't sleep. Stupid muse. More tomorrow. Right now, must write.
Stalk Me At Mysticon
So my programming for Mysticon has arrived and I'm excited. Not because of anything important, just that CON SEASON is upon us (at last!!!). Wanna stalk me (well, discreetly at least)? Without further ado, here is my schedule: Fri, 7:00 PM - Signing Table -- I'll be signing whatever is thrown my way: napkins, boobies, small … Continue reading Stalk Me At Mysticon
The Writing News
Worked a bit on the Sha'Daa: Catechism story, featuring three of the lost Faberge eggs of the Romanovs. It's creepy and fun, but being a little stubborn at the moment. It's hard to write this style, which goes against the grain for me. However, I shall persevere. Or die trying. Two books being reviewed this … Continue reading The Writing News
The Recruiting Report
Yeah, I keep forgetting to update. Winter is usually a slow time of the year (news-wise) for me anyway. On to the infamous Cordova's Ball State Report. If you're not a college football fan, you may want to skip this one. I am pleased to see that second year head coach Pete Lembo has put together … Continue reading The Recruiting Report
Jason Córdova 