Monthly Archives: March 2012

2012′s April Monthly Observances

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Susan Spann

Since April actually starts on Sunday (and so does the A to Z Blogging Challenge), I thought I’d post April’s monthly observances a little early and give you all time to get into the celebration spirit. If you’re looking to … Continue reading →

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Publishing Law From A-to-Z

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Susan Spann

Starting Sunday, I will be participating in the “A to Z Blogging Challenge,” an annual month-long blogging event. Essentially, participants post a month of blog entries on topics starting with each letter of the alphabet. Many participants (myself included) like … Continue reading →

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The Lady or the Tiger…How Does an Author Choose?

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Susan Spann

Join me today at Writers in the Storm for Part 1 of my guest-blogging series on publishing choices. The series will continue on the last Wednesday of every month, and will focus on equipping authors to take control of their … Continue reading →

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Tank Tuesday: Interrupted by Wandering Starfish

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Susan Spann

Those who read last week’s Tank Tuesday post tuned in this morning to hear more about Ceti and Ghillie, the small seahorses I brought in to keep Cygnus company. As the title indicates, that post is temporarily delayed on account … Continue reading →

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An Interview with Julie Golden

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Susan Spann

Please help me welcome Julie Golden, author of the debut novel Vagilantes (Abbott Press, 2012), in which a group of women find the strength to recover from childhood abuse – and take revenge against the predators who once viewed them … Continue reading →

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An Interview With Karen Duvall

Posted on March 23, 2012 by Susan Spann

Please help me welcome Karen Duvall, author of Darkest Knight, the newly-released second novel in the Knight’s Curse series published by Harlequin Luna. Click here to get a sneak peek at Chapter 1 of Darkest Knight! I met Karen through … Continue reading →

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An Interview With Sheryl Steines

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Susan Spann

Please help me welcome Sheryl Steines, author of The Day of First Sun, Book 1 in the Annie Loves Cham series. I met Sheryl through Twitter and her website (http://www.sherylsteines.com). The Day of First Sun releases today, and I am … Continue reading →

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Wednesday #PubLaw: The Danger of (Under)Statements: Part 2 – Termination for Nonpayment of Royalties

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Susan Spann

Last week’s Wednesday #PubLaw discussed royalty and sales statements from publishers to authors. This week we’re continuing (and finishing) that discussion. In addition to the major issues covered in last week’s post, an author’s publishing contract may contain some secondary … Continue reading →

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Back to the Reef

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Susan Spann

When I received a marine aquarium for Christmas in 2010, I knew little about raising corals and salt-water fish. I knew seahorses required special environments, and that I would need to reproduce those special conditions as closely as possible if … Continue reading →

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Chin Up, Fingers on the Keys

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Susan Spann

My friend and fellow author Erika Mailman has declared March 19 official “Keep Your Chin Up Day for Writers” – an observance I wholeheartedly support. Erika’s post is here, and you should go read it. Every word. Writing a novel … Continue reading →

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