FINDING SHEBA is now on NetGalley! If you aren't a member, and are interested in reading and reviewing the advanced copy, please email me:
heather (at) hbmoore (dot) com
Release date is February 3, so the request needs to be put in before then.
Showing posts with label Reviews of My Books. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Reviews of My Books. Show all posts
Saturday, January 3, 2015
FINDING SHEBA on NetGalley!
FINDING SHEBA is now on NetGalley! If you aren't a member, and are interested in reading and reviewing the advanced copy, please email me:
heather (at) hbmoore (dot) com
Release date is February 3, so the request needs to be put in before then.
Monday, December 30, 2013
Read & Rate my YA novel, SOLSTICE!
Who's Jane Redd? Me! I wrote SOLSTICE in 2011, and I've decided to dust it off and enter it into a teen romance contest. Since the book is set in the future and written for the YA market, and quite a bit different than my other books, I chose a pen name.
You can read and rate it, along with other teen romances, on the website Swoon Reads. For the next 5 months, SOLSTICE will be at the mercy of the public... kind of scary considering I've never offered up one of my unpublished manuscript to the masses in this way.
I've love for you to check it out, rate it, make comments, the whole nine yards... then tell your friends... tell your TEENAGERS :-)
Summary of SOLSTICE:
Four ways to get Banished from the last
surviving city on earth are: 1. Cut out your emotion tracker, 2. Join a
religious cult, 3. Create a rebellion against the Legislature, 4. Fall in love.
Jezebel James does all four.
Jez is on the fast-track to becoming a brilliant
scientist, with one goal—to save her city from total extinction. Her caretakers
have entrusted her with a secret plan to stop the rain from flooding the rest
of the earth and start civilization anew. But the more Jez learns about the
price of a fresh beginning, the more she realizes that carrying out the plan
will lead to few survivors, and among the dead will be those she cares about
the most.
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
First Blog Reviews are in!
It's always a bit of a knuckle-biter waiting for the first round of reviews to start coming in. Last week I mailed out review copies for Christ's Gifts to Women. So when the first two were posted, I was a bit nervous to read them. But, so far, all is well.
Colleen of For the Love of Books, said, "Being out of work for so long and having some personal struggles right now in my life, this book has opened my eyes and gives me the strength to not give up and move on with my life, it could be worse." Full review here.
Sheila of Why Not, Because I Said So, said, "Even though I loved the entire book, the chapter that meant the most to me is, The Gift of Nurturing. The words found there brought a sense of peace to my heart." Full review here.
Upcoming signings:
March 23, 2012- I'll be signing during the CITY CREEK grand opening week at the Downtown Deseret Book, SLC, Flagship Store. 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
March 24, 2012 - I'll be signing at Celebrating Sisterhood, 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Seagull Book in American Fork.
March 31, 2012 - Angela Eschler and I will be signing at Ladies Night, Deseret Book, Valley Fair Mall, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Book Trailer for AMMON
Let me know what you think!
Recent reviews on AMMON include:
LDS Women's Book Review
Meridian Magazine
Author Braden Bell
Author Julie Bellon
Recent reviews on AMMON include:
LDS Women's Book Review
Meridian Magazine
Author Braden Bell
Author Julie Bellon
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
BYU Display of Authors
During BYU Education Week, the L. Tom Perry Special Collections opened a display titled "Literary Worlds: Illumination of the Mind." The display highlights 24 poets and novelists in various stages of their careers and writing processes. Manuscripts, letters, drawings, and various artifacts are on display, all of them fascinating.
I'm excited to be one of the featured novelists, along with many others, from Victorian to modern-day. My Alma the Younger novel is featured and the visitors can see the actual comments from my editor on various parts of the manuscript.
The display includes everything from handwritten editing notes from Orson Scott Card, to three sample beginnings from Janette Rallison where her editor kept encouraging her to "try again", and hand-written character cards from G.G. Vandagriff. Also featured is Charles Dickens, Walt Whitman, and Lewis Carroll to name a few.
My daughter, Dana, posing at the exhibit (above).
A catalog accompanies the exhibit and there is an excellent essay on LDS writers, including mentions of Annette Lyon, Josi Kilpack, Jack Weyland, Rachel Nunes, and many more.
Editing notes on Alma the Younger (you will see some back and forth debate)
The exhibit will be open for about 9 months and is located in the BYU Library, 1st floor, north side in the Perry Special Collections Department.
Friday, July 9, 2010
My books aren't for kids
Well, I do have some younger fans around 11 or 12. I even had a 10 year old tell me she enjoyed my books. But in general, I haven't written my historical novels to children. Just because they are LDS novels, and very "clean", doesn't mean I'd advise children to read them. There are certainly adult themes. Themes . . . say found in the Book of Mormon . . . if you know what I mean.
Sometimes when reading scriptures with my kids, I've glossed over parts because of my kids' sensitive natures. They become disturbed quite easily. Some of the events that take place in the Book of Mormon are hard to stomach (just as in the Bible). Ammon alludes to this fact when he talks about a particularly dark era in Lamanite culture when they delight in the shedding of blood and have spent their days in the grossest iniquities (Alma 26:24).
Other parts I can hardly dwell on, such as when the people were so horribly wicked that they offered up human sacrifices (Mormon 4:14) and practiced cannibalism (Moroni 9:7-8).
One thing I've been told time and time again, and have read in many reviews, is that the readers are grateful that I don't gloss over the unsavory portions of the events. I don't hide behind sweet words and brush past serious sin. Neither did the authors of the Book of Mormon.
So, if you are planning on listening to the audio in the car on a family vacation when you have young ears listening, I'd advise against it. Although there is no foul language, graphic descriptions of violence, details describing any harlotry practices, the events are serious and sobering. Redemption is a powerful theme in the Book of Mormon, and I've tried to emulate that in my novels. But before redemption, there must be a fall.
Out of Jerusalem: Of Goodly Parents: Covers 1 Nephi 1-16. In this book (as in the scriptures) Nephi's brothers try to kill him. Nephi kills Laban at the behest of the Lord.
Out of Jerusalem: A Light in the Wilderness: 1 Nephi again. Covers the journey through the wilderness which lasted 8 years. An attempt by Laman and Lemuel in killing their father and brother. Child birth situations.
Out of Jerusalem: Towards the Promised Land: 1 Nephi--events take place in the land of Bountiful when building the ship. Two more attempts on Nephi's life. (Can you say Laman and Lemuel belong in PRISON?)
Out of Jerusalem: Land of Inheritance: 1 and 2 Nephi. After the death of Lehi, Nephi finally leaves his brothers, taking those who wish with him. Because of the severe wickedness of Laman and Lemuel, they are cursed by the Lord.
Abinadi: You got it, this is about Abinadi, who becomes a religious martyr and is executed by King Noah for his beliefs. King Noah is a vile man who keeps a harem of harlots. Alma, one of his wicked high priests who partakes in the evil court of Noah, will eventually repent and turn his life around.
Alma: Continuation of previous volume. Alma is on the run with his followers from Amulon, who, according to scholar Hugh Nibley is the most wicked man in the Book of Mormon.
Alma the Younger: Takes place 20 years after "Alma". We learn about Alma's son, who is born into privilege of position, yet throws it away and turns against his roots. This is no teenager who skips Sunday school, but a man with passion, power, and influence, becoming an anti-Christ who leads hundreds of souls away from the church.
So I will leave the decision up to you, dear reader. As for my family, my two teens (13 and 15) have read my books. My 10 year old has not--I'd be okay with her reading the Out of Jerusalem series, but Abinadi/Alma/Alma the Younger will have to wait another couple of years.
Sometimes when reading scriptures with my kids, I've glossed over parts because of my kids' sensitive natures. They become disturbed quite easily. Some of the events that take place in the Book of Mormon are hard to stomach (just as in the Bible). Ammon alludes to this fact when he talks about a particularly dark era in Lamanite culture when they delight in the shedding of blood and have spent their days in the grossest iniquities (Alma 26:24).
Other parts I can hardly dwell on, such as when the people were so horribly wicked that they offered up human sacrifices (Mormon 4:14) and practiced cannibalism (Moroni 9:7-8).
One thing I've been told time and time again, and have read in many reviews, is that the readers are grateful that I don't gloss over the unsavory portions of the events. I don't hide behind sweet words and brush past serious sin. Neither did the authors of the Book of Mormon.
So, if you are planning on listening to the audio in the car on a family vacation when you have young ears listening, I'd advise against it. Although there is no foul language, graphic descriptions of violence, details describing any harlotry practices, the events are serious and sobering. Redemption is a powerful theme in the Book of Mormon, and I've tried to emulate that in my novels. But before redemption, there must be a fall.
Out of Jerusalem: Of Goodly Parents: Covers 1 Nephi 1-16. In this book (as in the scriptures) Nephi's brothers try to kill him. Nephi kills Laban at the behest of the Lord.
Out of Jerusalem: A Light in the Wilderness: 1 Nephi again. Covers the journey through the wilderness which lasted 8 years. An attempt by Laman and Lemuel in killing their father and brother. Child birth situations.
Out of Jerusalem: Towards the Promised Land: 1 Nephi--events take place in the land of Bountiful when building the ship. Two more attempts on Nephi's life. (Can you say Laman and Lemuel belong in PRISON?)
Out of Jerusalem: Land of Inheritance: 1 and 2 Nephi. After the death of Lehi, Nephi finally leaves his brothers, taking those who wish with him. Because of the severe wickedness of Laman and Lemuel, they are cursed by the Lord.
Abinadi: You got it, this is about Abinadi, who becomes a religious martyr and is executed by King Noah for his beliefs. King Noah is a vile man who keeps a harem of harlots. Alma, one of his wicked high priests who partakes in the evil court of Noah, will eventually repent and turn his life around.
Alma: Continuation of previous volume. Alma is on the run with his followers from Amulon, who, according to scholar Hugh Nibley is the most wicked man in the Book of Mormon.
Alma the Younger: Takes place 20 years after "Alma". We learn about Alma's son, who is born into privilege of position, yet throws it away and turns against his roots. This is no teenager who skips Sunday school, but a man with passion, power, and influence, becoming an anti-Christ who leads hundreds of souls away from the church.
So I will leave the decision up to you, dear reader. As for my family, my two teens (13 and 15) have read my books. My 10 year old has not--I'd be okay with her reading the Out of Jerusalem series, but Abinadi/Alma/Alma the Younger will have to wait another couple of years.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
LDS Fiction: Out of the Box
Authors who are writing in the LDS fiction genre are often writing to a very specific target market. The plot and characters fall within that proverbial box of what is acceptable to LDS readers and what is marketable to LDS-specific readers.
Yesterday I received a review for Alma the Younger that I'm really excited to share . . . because it was written by a non-LDS reviewer. The review can be found on GoodReads, and is copied below as well.
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You have to understand also that I read everything with a deep level of disbelief. I demand the author prove to me that s/he can tell a story and make me live it with them.
It came as a true delight that Heather Moore didn't whitewash anything. The main character, Alma the younger, is an antihero, and he was modeled so believably, I started to wonder midway how he was going to be redeemed.
I liked too that the reason for his anger and rebellion was completely plausible and even understandable. This was a thinking man, a man with a great emotional well for compassion for his fellow human beings. So when he did strike out, the reader could empathize with his anger. This wasn't a two dimensional character. This was a man of deep convictions.
Cassia, Alma's love interest is the perfect counterpart to all-too-serious Alma. She is so sweet and kind, a young girl stepping into womanhood and carrying that burden with amazing grace. The relationship she has with Alma was truly sensitive and beautifully painted. You could feel the tension in words not spoken and the great love neither could admit.
The story opens in the middle of a crisis and then goes backward in time to tell how it came about. This particular technique is very hard to pull off well, but Heather Moore had no trouble at all hooking me and keeping my interest throughout.
I will say that this story probably has more meaning to people of faith, but that does not limit it in the least in terms of scope or grand story telling.
The characters were so well described, I could envision them easily, and the pace was terrific. I am an impatient reader at best, and one of the telltale signs that a story has me hooked is my willingness to pick it up again after I've put it down. HB Moore accomplished this again and again. I had to find out what happened next. I had to know Alma's fate and those of his friends and enemies.
Do I recommend this book? Absolutely.
The writing is crisp, the pace is brisk and the characters are most certainly memorable. If I had any qualms about the story telling it's that I think Ms. Moore cheated me. LOL. I wanted to know much more about the world building.
Perhaps those of the Mormon faith already know this world too well, but I was so intrigued by the details, I was hungry for more.
Regardless whether you are a person of faith or not, the story stays with you. That is a testament in itself.
Yesterday I received a review for Alma the Younger that I'm really excited to share . . . because it was written by a non-LDS reviewer. The review can be found on GoodReads, and is copied below as well.
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Read in June, 2010
I asked to read Alma The Younger even though I am not Mormon, nor am I familiar with their teachings. I simply knew that I enjoyed Heather Moore's stories in the past, and wanted to review it from a 'secular' point of view.You have to understand also that I read everything with a deep level of disbelief. I demand the author prove to me that s/he can tell a story and make me live it with them.
It came as a true delight that Heather Moore didn't whitewash anything. The main character, Alma the younger, is an antihero, and he was modeled so believably, I started to wonder midway how he was going to be redeemed.
I liked too that the reason for his anger and rebellion was completely plausible and even understandable. This was a thinking man, a man with a great emotional well for compassion for his fellow human beings. So when he did strike out, the reader could empathize with his anger. This wasn't a two dimensional character. This was a man of deep convictions.
Cassia, Alma's love interest is the perfect counterpart to all-too-serious Alma. She is so sweet and kind, a young girl stepping into womanhood and carrying that burden with amazing grace. The relationship she has with Alma was truly sensitive and beautifully painted. You could feel the tension in words not spoken and the great love neither could admit.
The story opens in the middle of a crisis and then goes backward in time to tell how it came about. This particular technique is very hard to pull off well, but Heather Moore had no trouble at all hooking me and keeping my interest throughout.
I will say that this story probably has more meaning to people of faith, but that does not limit it in the least in terms of scope or grand story telling.
The characters were so well described, I could envision them easily, and the pace was terrific. I am an impatient reader at best, and one of the telltale signs that a story has me hooked is my willingness to pick it up again after I've put it down. HB Moore accomplished this again and again. I had to find out what happened next. I had to know Alma's fate and those of his friends and enemies.
Do I recommend this book? Absolutely.
The writing is crisp, the pace is brisk and the characters are most certainly memorable. If I had any qualms about the story telling it's that I think Ms. Moore cheated me. LOL. I wanted to know much more about the world building.
Perhaps those of the Mormon faith already know this world too well, but I was so intrigued by the details, I was hungry for more.
Regardless whether you are a person of faith or not, the story stays with you. That is a testament in itself.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Book Launch coming Friday!
Some exciting news. Announcing my first ever book launch (it's about time!) for Women of the Book of Mormon.
Information in the beautiful invitation above.
There will also be refreshments!
AND . . . everyone who purchases a book will be entered into a drawing for a copy of one of the following bestselling books:
Band of Sisters by Annette Lyon
Devils Food Cake by Josi S. Kilpack
The Hourglass Door by Lisa Mangum
The Hidden Branch by GG Vandagriff
A Far, Far Better Place by Anita Stansfield
Dangerous Connections by Julie Coulter Bellon
The Ball’s In Her Court by Heather Justesen
All the Stars in Heaven by Michele Paige Holmes
Saving Madeline by Rachel Ann Nunes
Famous Family Nights by Anne Bradshaw
Spires of Stone by Annette Lyon
Winds of Hope by Anita Stansfield
Women of the Book of Mormon by Heather B. Moore
The Bishop’s Bride: The Honeymoon’s Over by Elizabeth Watkins
Worldwide Cookbook: Mom’s Best Recipes by Deanna Buxton
And MORE!
Also, Women is #7 on the Deseret Book's 10 Ten Bestseller's list today.
And . . . I attended the Storymakers Conference this weekend. No, I didn't win the Whitney Award, but it was great to be a finalist. A shout out to GG Vandagriff, author of The Last Waltz, who took the Whitney for Best Historical. You can read more about the evening HERE in which David Wolverton/Farland took the award for Best Novel.
I had a reporter, Michael De Groote, from the Deseret News in my workshop. Talk about intimidating. But his write-up was a riot. This is what he had to say HERE.
I also gave a briefing about hosting agent Laura Rennert from Andrea Brown Literary Agency HERE. I have a picture as well!
Monday, April 19, 2010
Tons of Reviews!
Thanks so much to all of the reviewers that are posting this past week. They've been rolling in and it's been fun to see what each person likes in particular.
Rachelle Christensen--Author
Sheila--Why Not? Because I Said So
Queen of the Clan--Danyelle Ferguson
Women in the Scriptures
Lu Ann's Library
LDS Women's Book Review
Also, I'm getting ready for the LDS Storymakers Conference this weekend. Annette Lyon and I are running the early morning Boot Camp. I'm also teaching a workshop and moderating a panel. I'll be so glad when it gets going. All the preparation can be a bit stressful and I have lists all over the place, hoping I won't "forget" anything.
Also debating about what to wear to the Whitney Gala. I'm not much of a shopper, in fact, if it's not at Costco, I usually don't buy it. I did look on-line at used stuff, but it was too hard to commit without trying anything on. The best part about the conference is seeing old and new friends!
Rachelle Christensen--Author
Sheila--Why Not? Because I Said So
Queen of the Clan--Danyelle Ferguson
Women in the Scriptures
Lu Ann's Library
LDS Women's Book Review
Also, I'm getting ready for the LDS Storymakers Conference this weekend. Annette Lyon and I are running the early morning Boot Camp. I'm also teaching a workshop and moderating a panel. I'll be so glad when it gets going. All the preparation can be a bit stressful and I have lists all over the place, hoping I won't "forget" anything.
Also debating about what to wear to the Whitney Gala. I'm not much of a shopper, in fact, if it's not at Costco, I usually don't buy it. I did look on-line at used stuff, but it was too hard to commit without trying anything on. The best part about the conference is seeing old and new friends!
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Book Signings this weekend
Friday: April 16, 2010 - Lunch hour at Spanish Fork Seagull Book 12:00-1:30 p.m. Join me at Seagull Book where I’ll be signing copies of Women of the Book of Mormon. 1052 N. Main, Spanish Fork, Utah.
Saturday: April 17, 2010 - Signing at Clinton Seagull Book 2:00-4:00 p.m. Join me at Seagull Book where I’ll be signing copies of Women of the Book of Mormon. 1803 West 1800 North, Clinton, UT.
Today (April 15) is the LAST Day to register for the LDS Storymakers Writers Conference. No walk-ins this year. It will be a fantastic writers conference. I look forward to seeing some of you there. Make sure to stop me and say "hi"--there are 420 registered so far.
REVIEWS: Thanks to the following reviewers for posting their reviews of WOMEN:
Karlene--Inksplasher
Chantele--There is Always Something to Read
Lexie Hogan
Also, GG Vandagriff interviewed me for Meridian Magazine HERE. Thanks GG!
I appreciate the reviews and how it gets the word out! WOMEN should be in most stores by now and is also at Costco's in Utah.
PASSPORTS: I'm taking my kids to Jerusalem next month and all of our passports just arrived. Now it seems real! After the Storymaker conference I'll have to start thinking about stuff like . . . luggage. I don't think duffel bags will work.
AMMON Update: Not much writing done this week so far. I did the PEG Write-A-Thon last Thursday and wrote almost 5,000 words. So of course, I've had to do some clean-up from that. I proofed the final galleys for Alma the Younger, so that's a good excuse, and it reminded me of some things I needed for Ammon's character.
Saturday: April 17, 2010 - Signing at Clinton Seagull Book 2:00-4:00 p.m. Join me at Seagull Book where I’ll be signing copies of Women of the Book of Mormon. 1803 West 1800 North, Clinton, UT.
Today (April 15) is the LAST Day to register for the LDS Storymakers Writers Conference. No walk-ins this year. It will be a fantastic writers conference. I look forward to seeing some of you there. Make sure to stop me and say "hi"--there are 420 registered so far.
REVIEWS: Thanks to the following reviewers for posting their reviews of WOMEN:
Karlene--Inksplasher
Chantele--There is Always Something to Read
Lexie Hogan
Also, GG Vandagriff interviewed me for Meridian Magazine HERE. Thanks GG!
I appreciate the reviews and how it gets the word out! WOMEN should be in most stores by now and is also at Costco's in Utah.
PASSPORTS: I'm taking my kids to Jerusalem next month and all of our passports just arrived. Now it seems real! After the Storymaker conference I'll have to start thinking about stuff like . . . luggage. I don't think duffel bags will work.
AMMON Update: Not much writing done this week so far. I did the PEG Write-A-Thon last Thursday and wrote almost 5,000 words. So of course, I've had to do some clean-up from that. I proofed the final galleys for Alma the Younger, so that's a good excuse, and it reminded me of some things I needed for Ammon's character.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Cover is here--Alma the Younger
Here is a sneak peek at the cover. Alma the Younger will be out in June. Cover art is by Gary Kapp.
I'll be announcing a blog tour for Alma the Younger in mid May. Stay tuned!
Also, many thanks for the reviews that have come in on Women:
Rebecca Irvine--Writer & Reviewer
Taffy's Candy--Writer & Reviewer
I'm keeping a tally on the side bar of my Ammon update. I just used my 15 year old son to help with the scene in which Ammon gets his nose broken. My son was (accidentally) kicked in the face by his sister while boating last summer and had his nose broken. Probably didn't help that his sister is a soccer player and has a mean kick to begin with.
Also, CLICK HERE for the most updated list of my booksignings.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Week #5 Winner & Official Book Launch
Congrats to this week's winner! Tamara of Chasing Dreams blog. Please email me at heather at hbmoore dot com
Stay tuned for next Monday for the final question of the 6 Week Book Giveaway
Updates:
1. Check out my recent article on Visiting Teaching at YourLDSNeighborhood
2. Finished copyedits for Alma the Younger this week
3. Spoke to a bookgroup in Tennessee--over the phone. I'm happy to do a conference call for any bookgroup!
4. Started writing the next Book of Mormon novel: Ammon (5,000 words so far)
5. A couple of weeks ago I bought plane tickets to Jerusalem--taking my kids over in May.
New Reviews for Women of the Book of Mormon:
**Kim Coates of Sometimes Hard, But Oh-So Worth It. Kim is an aspiring writer and I wish her the best of luck!
**Linda Garner of Paper and Parchment. Linda is the author of Some Secrets Hurt: A Story of Healing
**Kimberly Job of Scribbled Scraps. Kimberly's first book was just released! It's called I'll Know You By Heart and it's already receiving great reviews.
**Jewel Adams of Jewels Best Gems posted her review as well. Jewel is a popular LDS Romance author--with both print and e-books.
Thanks Ladies!
Upcoming Book Signings:
March 27, 2010 - Celebrating Sisterhood at Seagull Book
Saturday 10 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Join me for Celebrating Sisterhood at the North Orem Seagull Book (Center & State Street) where I’ll be signing copies of my books. For those who love WWII novels, Jerry Borrowman will also be signing with me. Lots of in-store giveaways!
April 2, 2010 - General Conference Signing - Redwood Seagull Book
Friday 1:00-3:00 p.m. Join me right before General Conference at the Redwood Seagull Book where I’ll be signing copies of my books. 1720 South Redwood Road, SLC, Utah.
April 3, 2010 - Deseret Book Ladies Night at Fort Union
Saturday 6:00-8:00 p.m. Join me for Ladies Night at the Fort Union Deseret Book where I’ll be signing copies of my books. 1110 Fort Union Blvd, Midvale, Utah.
April 30, 2010 - Official Book Launch Signing for WOMEN OF THE BOOK OF MORMON
Friday 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Join me for my first ever Book Launch Party. I’ll be doing this in conjunction with authors Deanna Buxton (Worldwide Ward Cookbook: Mom's Best Recipes) and Elizabeth Watkins (The Bishop's Bride: The Honeymoon's Over). Deseret Bookstore in Orem: 1076 South 750 East (east of University Mall)
Stay tuned for next Monday for the final question of the 6 Week Book Giveaway
Updates:
1. Check out my recent article on Visiting Teaching at YourLDSNeighborhood
2. Finished copyedits for Alma the Younger this week
3. Spoke to a bookgroup in Tennessee--over the phone. I'm happy to do a conference call for any bookgroup!
4. Started writing the next Book of Mormon novel: Ammon (5,000 words so far)
5. A couple of weeks ago I bought plane tickets to Jerusalem--taking my kids over in May.
New Reviews for Women of the Book of Mormon:
**Kim Coates of Sometimes Hard, But Oh-So Worth It. Kim is an aspiring writer and I wish her the best of luck!
**Linda Garner of Paper and Parchment. Linda is the author of Some Secrets Hurt: A Story of Healing
**Kimberly Job of Scribbled Scraps. Kimberly's first book was just released! It's called I'll Know You By Heart and it's already receiving great reviews.
**Jewel Adams of Jewels Best Gems posted her review as well. Jewel is a popular LDS Romance author--with both print and e-books.
Thanks Ladies!
Upcoming Book Signings:
March 27, 2010 - Celebrating Sisterhood at Seagull Book
Saturday 10 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Join me for Celebrating Sisterhood at the North Orem Seagull Book (Center & State Street) where I’ll be signing copies of my books. For those who love WWII novels, Jerry Borrowman will also be signing with me. Lots of in-store giveaways!
April 2, 2010 - General Conference Signing - Redwood Seagull Book
Friday 1:00-3:00 p.m. Join me right before General Conference at the Redwood Seagull Book where I’ll be signing copies of my books. 1720 South Redwood Road, SLC, Utah.
April 3, 2010 - Deseret Book Ladies Night at Fort Union
Saturday 6:00-8:00 p.m. Join me for Ladies Night at the Fort Union Deseret Book where I’ll be signing copies of my books. 1110 Fort Union Blvd, Midvale, Utah.
April 30, 2010 - Official Book Launch Signing for WOMEN OF THE BOOK OF MORMON
Friday 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Join me for my first ever Book Launch Party. I’ll be doing this in conjunction with authors Deanna Buxton (Worldwide Ward Cookbook: Mom's Best Recipes) and Elizabeth Watkins (The Bishop's Bride: The Honeymoon's Over). Deseret Bookstore in Orem: 1076 South 750 East (east of University Mall)
Thursday, March 4, 2010
WEEK #2 Winner & More stuff
Congrats to Kim of Sometimes Hard, But Oh-So Worth It! blog. She is the winner of this week's book giveaway. Kim, email me at heather at hbmoore dot com. I really loved reading the ways your friends have helped you. Stay tuned for the Week #3 Question coming next Monday.
The very first review of Women of the Book of Mormon is HERE! Thanks to Michael Young, author of The Canticle Kingdom.
Visit Michael's blog Writer Mike here to learn more about his book and his other reviews.
Alma the Younger update: Final edit is into my editor and I'm finishing the chapter notes. Moving forward!
The very first review of Women of the Book of Mormon is HERE! Thanks to Michael Young, author of The Canticle Kingdom.
Visit Michael's blog Writer Mike here to learn more about his book and his other reviews.
Alma the Younger update: Final edit is into my editor and I'm finishing the chapter notes. Moving forward!
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Reviewers Needed for WOMEN OF THE BOOK OF MORMON
You guys convinced me. I'm going to do a blog tour for my upcoming non-fiction book, Women of the Book of Mormon. I'm looking for about 20 reviewers who are willing to post a review on their blog between the dates of March 15 and April 30th.
If you'd like to participate, please send me an email here: heather at hbmoore dot com
WOMEN Blog Tour:
1. I'll be emailing a PDF for you to read and write your review from. The book is not very long--about 90 pages, and it does have pictures! (if that incentivizes you)
2. Reviews should be posted between March 15th and April 30th. You can let me know which timeframe is best for you. Then you simply email me the URL when your review is posted, and I'll link it to my blog as well.
3.The hardcopy of the book won't be out until the first week of April. As a thank you, I'll mail you a SIGNED COPY of the hardcover gift book. You can then give it to yourself or your favorite person for Mother's Day :)
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Whitney Nominations and 2 more reviews
Thanks to Cheri Chesley, aspiring writer, for her review of Alma here. She read Alma first, then Abinadi (as I saw on GoodReads). So it can be done :)
Also, thanks to author Tristi Pinkston, who also reviewed Alma here. I've really enjoyed all of Tristi's books and you can see my review of her mystery, Agent in Old Lace, here.
Okay, so I read a lot of books, and I review quite a few. Mostly I just rate them on GoodReads. It's been a very handy tool to find out what my "friends" are reading and what they recommend. It's easy to put together a "to-read" list and then to print it out and stick it in my purse. I often make purchase requests at my library or I buy the books through Amazon, Costco, sometimes Target. Reading has always been a passion of mine, and I really credit reading to starting my journey to becoming a published writer.
The Whitney Awards is an academy that recognizes excellence in fiction written by LDS writers (not to be confused with the LDS genre, but it encompasses that as well). Anyone can nominate a book by an LDS writer by going to http://www.whitneyawards.com/. There are several categories, including Suspense, Romance, Speculative, Historical, General, YA, etc. etc. The deadline to nominate is December 31, 2009, so I am assessing my list of books that I still have to read. A complete (and continually updated) list of books by LDS writers can be found on the LDS Publisher blog.
I know I won't be able to read every book, but I'm trying to make a dent so that I can nominate the best of the best for 2009.
Just for fun, here is a list of the books I've read so far this year that qualify for the Whitney nomination. My reviews of these books are on GoodReads or LDSReaders. I haven't turned in my nominations yet, because I think there are still about 6-7 must-reads before I make a final decision.
Far World 2: Land Keep by J. Scott Savage
The Maze Runner by James Dashner
Hunt for the Dark Infinity by James Dashner
The Hourglass Door by Lisa Mangum
Tower of Strength by Annette Lyon
The Last Waltz by GG Vandagriff
All the Stars in Heaven by Michele Paige Holmes
Lemon Tart by Josi S. Kilpack
English Trifle by Josi S. Kilpack
Methods of Madness by Stephanie Black
Agent in Old Lace by Tristi Pinkston
The Forgotten Warrior by Kathi Oram Peterson
Eyes Like Mine by Julie Wright
Everything is Fine by Ann Dee Ellis
Dragon Spear by Jessica Day George
Princess of the Midnight Ball by Jessica Day George
The Actor and the Housewife by Shannon Hale
Forest Born by Shannon Hale
The Chosen One by Carole Lynch Williams
Pursued by Lynn Gardner
Illuminations of the Heart by Joyce diPastena
The Sister Pact by Cami Checketts
Torn Apart by Diony George
Trail of Storms by Marsha Ward
Wings by Aprilynne Pike
Heroes of the Fallen by David West
Alma by H.B. Moore (of course!)
The Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford
Christmas Jars Reunion by Jason F. Wright
On my immediate to-read list, I have:
Shudder by Jennie Hansen
Saving Madeline by Rachel Ann Nunes
Warbreaker by Brandon Sanderson
My Fair Godmother by Janette Rallison
The Ball’s In Her Court by Heather Justesen
The Christmas List by Richard Paul Evans
I know that books are still coming out--what are the books that you think are must-reads? I will add them to my list!
Also, thanks to author Tristi Pinkston, who also reviewed Alma here. I've really enjoyed all of Tristi's books and you can see my review of her mystery, Agent in Old Lace, here.
Okay, so I read a lot of books, and I review quite a few. Mostly I just rate them on GoodReads. It's been a very handy tool to find out what my "friends" are reading and what they recommend. It's easy to put together a "to-read" list and then to print it out and stick it in my purse. I often make purchase requests at my library or I buy the books through Amazon, Costco, sometimes Target. Reading has always been a passion of mine, and I really credit reading to starting my journey to becoming a published writer.
The Whitney Awards is an academy that recognizes excellence in fiction written by LDS writers (not to be confused with the LDS genre, but it encompasses that as well). Anyone can nominate a book by an LDS writer by going to http://www.whitneyawards.com/. There are several categories, including Suspense, Romance, Speculative, Historical, General, YA, etc. etc. The deadline to nominate is December 31, 2009, so I am assessing my list of books that I still have to read. A complete (and continually updated) list of books by LDS writers can be found on the LDS Publisher blog.
I know I won't be able to read every book, but I'm trying to make a dent so that I can nominate the best of the best for 2009.
Just for fun, here is a list of the books I've read so far this year that qualify for the Whitney nomination. My reviews of these books are on GoodReads or LDSReaders. I haven't turned in my nominations yet, because I think there are still about 6-7 must-reads before I make a final decision.
Far World 2: Land Keep by J. Scott Savage
The Maze Runner by James Dashner
Hunt for the Dark Infinity by James Dashner
The Hourglass Door by Lisa Mangum
Tower of Strength by Annette Lyon
The Last Waltz by GG Vandagriff
All the Stars in Heaven by Michele Paige Holmes
Lemon Tart by Josi S. Kilpack
English Trifle by Josi S. Kilpack
Methods of Madness by Stephanie Black
Agent in Old Lace by Tristi Pinkston
The Forgotten Warrior by Kathi Oram Peterson
Eyes Like Mine by Julie Wright
Everything is Fine by Ann Dee Ellis
Dragon Spear by Jessica Day George
Princess of the Midnight Ball by Jessica Day George
The Actor and the Housewife by Shannon Hale
Forest Born by Shannon Hale
The Chosen One by Carole Lynch Williams
Pursued by Lynn Gardner
Illuminations of the Heart by Joyce diPastena
The Sister Pact by Cami Checketts
Torn Apart by Diony George
Trail of Storms by Marsha Ward
Wings by Aprilynne Pike
Heroes of the Fallen by David West
Alma by H.B. Moore (of course!)
The Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford
Christmas Jars Reunion by Jason F. Wright
On my immediate to-read list, I have:
Shudder by Jennie Hansen
Saving Madeline by Rachel Ann Nunes
Warbreaker by Brandon Sanderson
My Fair Godmother by Janette Rallison
The Ball’s In Her Court by Heather Justesen
The Christmas List by Richard Paul Evans
I know that books are still coming out--what are the books that you think are must-reads? I will add them to my list!
Monday, October 19, 2009
NEW BOOK & More reviews
This past week, I received some author copies of All Is Bright--a new Christmas compilation. The final version has a small change. I was thinking I might actually be published under my "real" name--Heather Moore, but nope, the final has H.B. Moore. Oh well :-) I've read through most of the Christmas stories and have really enjoyed them. The best part is that the book retails for just a few dollars and will make a great neighbor gift (ready, neighbors?).
Update on Alma the Younger: I haven't written for several days since it was Fall Break and the kids were out of school. So we went to the Arches National Park. My son has been wanting to go forever. Well, he wore us out, even to the point that he was carrying my five year old on his back so we could hike to that next scenic view. So . . . I'm about 230 pages into Alma the Younger. I think it's shaping up pretty well. I have most of Alma the Younger's scenes written, so when I finish, I'll go back through and insert Alma the Elder's point of view scenes.
More Reviews on ALMA:
Thanks to Laurie LC Lewis, who is a historian and author of the historical Free Men and Dreamers series. I was a little nervous about her reading the book because she is very detailed researcher, so check out her review here: Laurie LC Lewis: Book Nook
And thanks to Kate Palmer, who posted an interview on her blog. She has a beautiful webpage and posts all kinds of recipes with step by step pictures. She asked several thought-provoking questions, such as why I chose to write in the view points of the Book of Mormon prophets.
Teri Rodeman is an avid reader and reviewer. She reads a ton, so I was very interested to see what she thought of my book. She compared the story to what our country is facing today. Hmm. There is some truth in that!
Also, prolific author, Sherry Ann Miller, reviewed Alma. She is the author of many books, including the recent Mama's Lemon Pie. Sherry pointed out that she enjoyed the research, selecting the use of rubber in Mesoamerica as an example. I love hearing how each reader comes up with something new that stands out.
And many thanks to Sandra of The Dance, who reviewed Alma as well. I met Sandra at a book group when Provident Books was around. She has become a faithful reader, and I love to visit her blog. She has a great outlook on life.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Two Books for Kids (and you too) & More Blog Tour
Thanks to Kami for reviewing Alma on her blog: A View Thru Many Lenses. She has been a faithful reader :) And she uses her blog to "scrapbook" memories for her kids. Brilliant idea.
Also, Taffy reviewed Alma on her blog: Taffy's Candy (what else would she name her blog?) She is an aspiring writer and posts her WIP word count on the side bar, so it's fun to see it increase. She is also a librarian and I love to talk books with her!
Speaking of books, I read a lot. I admit it. I certainly don't apologize for it. Once in awhile someone will ask me how I find time to read, especially since I'm an author. My answer is that it's part of my job. Just as a dentist goes to a dental convention to learn about the newest technology in veneers, I must read the bestselling books (it's a tough job, I'll tell you. Requires a popcorn.)
This summer I was able to read ARC's of two great books--for kids--but I loved them too. And now they are actually available so I can tell you about them. (And according to the FTC rules, I think I have to announce that I don't get paid to review on these blogs, and one of the ARC's was free, the other I bought on Ebay, but YES, I'll be buying multiple copies of these books for my kids and their friends . . . Also, I think I have to disclose that I know the authors personally--yes I know both--but neither asked me to write reviews.)
If I just lost you, you'll find this post interesting by Literary Agent, Janet Reid:
The Maze Runner
By James Dashner
October 2009, Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Have you ever read a book, then set it down and wondered, “How have I settled for reading so many mediocre books . . . when this one is fantastic?”
“He began his new life standing up . . .”—begins The Maze Runner by bestselling author of The 13th Reality series, James Dashner.
Thomas knows his name, but that’s about it. He’s forgotten everything else. Everything. Even his age.
It’s pitch black, and Thomas is in a metal contraption of sorts—moving upward. When the elevator stops, the top opens to reveal a group of boys staring down at him. “Nice to meet ya, shank,” one of the boys says, “Welcome to the Glade.”
Thomas stumbles into a glade surrounded by a seemingly unsolvable maze. Each night the maze doors shut, and each morning the maze has reconfigured itself. The glad is ran by a group of boys, but no one can get in and no one can get out. Once a week the elevator delivers food and other goods. But the week that Thomas arrives, the elevator stops delivering food. Instead it delivers a girl. The first one to ever come to the Glade.
Thomas not only has to learn to survive, but how to protect his new friends, and solve the maze before the entire population of the Glade falls prey.
The Maze Runner is a definite page-turner that starts out interesting, then quickly hooks you. The dystopian world which Dashner creates is fresh, from the descriptions to the dialog to the actual names of the kids. I loved the puzzle-solving aspect of the book, which having read Dashner’s other books, he is truly masterful at. I’m looking forward to the 2nd book in the series: The Scorch Trials. Dashner is a gifted story-teller.
Farworld: Land Keep
By J. Scott Savage
October 2009, Shadow Mountain
“Water. Land. Air. Fire. Together, the balance of Farworld they keep.” Kyja and Marcus are on a quest to outdo the Dark Circle by convincing the four elementals of Farworld to work together. In the first book of the Farworld series, Water Keep, Marcus and Kyja were able to get the water elementals to cooperate, but now they have to travel to find the land elementals. Problem is, no one can tell them precisely where they are since they’ve been missing for thousands of years.
In this second installment, Land Keep, the captivating adventure continues. Marcus—a boy with magical powers, and Kyja—a girl who wants magic more than anything. The two soon find out that they each have to trade what’s most dear to them in order to survive.
Since Marcus’s birth, sacrifices have been made in his behalf that he is only now beginning to realize. But the longer he stays on Farworld, the faster his health declines. In a race against time, the characters must outsmart the Keepers and determine who is really on their side.
The plot is far from simple, but the complexity is rich and satisfying as questions proposed in Water Keep are answered in Land Keep. A clear picture of this new world emerges as the characters discover that things are not necessarily as they seem. Land Keep is highly visual, fast-paced, with multi-layered intrigue. But most importantly, the characters breathe life into the pages, pulling us into a magical realm. One that is truly powerful.
Also, Taffy reviewed Alma on her blog: Taffy's Candy (what else would she name her blog?) She is an aspiring writer and posts her WIP word count on the side bar, so it's fun to see it increase. She is also a librarian and I love to talk books with her!
Speaking of books, I read a lot. I admit it. I certainly don't apologize for it. Once in awhile someone will ask me how I find time to read, especially since I'm an author. My answer is that it's part of my job. Just as a dentist goes to a dental convention to learn about the newest technology in veneers, I must read the bestselling books (it's a tough job, I'll tell you. Requires a popcorn.)
This summer I was able to read ARC's of two great books--for kids--but I loved them too. And now they are actually available so I can tell you about them. (And according to the FTC rules, I think I have to announce that I don't get paid to review on these blogs, and one of the ARC's was free, the other I bought on Ebay, but YES, I'll be buying multiple copies of these books for my kids and their friends . . . Also, I think I have to disclose that I know the authors personally--yes I know both--but neither asked me to write reviews.)
If I just lost you, you'll find this post interesting by Literary Agent, Janet Reid:
The Maze Runner
By James Dashner
October 2009, Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Have you ever read a book, then set it down and wondered, “How have I settled for reading so many mediocre books . . . when this one is fantastic?”
“He began his new life standing up . . .”—begins The Maze Runner by bestselling author of The 13th Reality series, James Dashner.
Thomas knows his name, but that’s about it. He’s forgotten everything else. Everything. Even his age.
It’s pitch black, and Thomas is in a metal contraption of sorts—moving upward. When the elevator stops, the top opens to reveal a group of boys staring down at him. “Nice to meet ya, shank,” one of the boys says, “Welcome to the Glade.”
Thomas stumbles into a glade surrounded by a seemingly unsolvable maze. Each night the maze doors shut, and each morning the maze has reconfigured itself. The glad is ran by a group of boys, but no one can get in and no one can get out. Once a week the elevator delivers food and other goods. But the week that Thomas arrives, the elevator stops delivering food. Instead it delivers a girl. The first one to ever come to the Glade.
Thomas not only has to learn to survive, but how to protect his new friends, and solve the maze before the entire population of the Glade falls prey.
The Maze Runner is a definite page-turner that starts out interesting, then quickly hooks you. The dystopian world which Dashner creates is fresh, from the descriptions to the dialog to the actual names of the kids. I loved the puzzle-solving aspect of the book, which having read Dashner’s other books, he is truly masterful at. I’m looking forward to the 2nd book in the series: The Scorch Trials. Dashner is a gifted story-teller.
Farworld: Land Keep
By J. Scott Savage
October 2009, Shadow Mountain
“Water. Land. Air. Fire. Together, the balance of Farworld they keep.” Kyja and Marcus are on a quest to outdo the Dark Circle by convincing the four elementals of Farworld to work together. In the first book of the Farworld series, Water Keep, Marcus and Kyja were able to get the water elementals to cooperate, but now they have to travel to find the land elementals. Problem is, no one can tell them precisely where they are since they’ve been missing for thousands of years.
In this second installment, Land Keep, the captivating adventure continues. Marcus—a boy with magical powers, and Kyja—a girl who wants magic more than anything. The two soon find out that they each have to trade what’s most dear to them in order to survive.
Since Marcus’s birth, sacrifices have been made in his behalf that he is only now beginning to realize. But the longer he stays on Farworld, the faster his health declines. In a race against time, the characters must outsmart the Keepers and determine who is really on their side.
The plot is far from simple, but the complexity is rich and satisfying as questions proposed in Water Keep are answered in Land Keep. A clear picture of this new world emerges as the characters discover that things are not necessarily as they seem. Land Keep is highly visual, fast-paced, with multi-layered intrigue. But most importantly, the characters breathe life into the pages, pulling us into a magical realm. One that is truly powerful.
Monday, October 5, 2009
ALMA Blog Tour & Updates
This past weekend I signed at the Redwood Seagull Book in Salt Lake. It's always an exciting time to do a booksigning because people come from all over the world to SLC during General Conference. One thing on their to-do list is to shop for the newest LDS materials.
I signed books for a couple of long-time readers, and also a gentleman from Canada and another from England. So Alma will be doing some traveling.
This past week, I also had the opportunity to read an advance copy of David West's upcoming book Heroes of the Fallen. This book won't be available in November, but David asked me to read it several months ago, so I was excited to get the ARC. Heroes of the Fallen is a novel based on the last days of the Nephite civilization. From the first chapter (Prologue), I was captured by David's writing style. It's very poetic and vivid, reminiscint of the time and culture. I told David that coming up with description in my own writing is not a natural talent, but something I have to go back through my first draft and add in.
Speaking of writing, I'm about 200 pages into Alma the Younger. This past week, I was able to make some important decisions and actually outline most of the rest of the book. Outlining is not something I do much--Brandon Sanderson would call my writing style "multi-drafting." But I'm excited to complete the 150 or so pages left, and see what my beta readers think!
A few more reviews came in for ALMA, Check them out:
Jennie Hansen--Meridian Magazine
It's always an honor to be reviewed by Jennie Hansen on Meridian Magazine. She is a prolific and well-respected LDS reviewer, but she doesn't review everything she's sent. She is also a bestselling author, and her new book, Shudder just came out. It looks fascinating, and it's on my list of fall reading.
Jewel Adams--Jewel's World
Another author! Jewel has published several clean romances, and she graciously reviews books as well. Her latest book, Place in This World was just released.
Heather Justesen--Clean Books for LDS Families
Heather Justesen just started a Facebook page for Clean Books. She included Alma in her line up (thanks!), and Heather also has her first book coming this month: The Ball's In Her Court.
Ronda Hinrichsen--The Write Blocks
Ronda is an award-winning author. She just won the Best Novel award from the League of Utah Writers for her unpublished book, TRAPPED. Her first book, MISSING, will be out this month.
I signed books for a couple of long-time readers, and also a gentleman from Canada and another from England. So Alma will be doing some traveling.
This past week, I also had the opportunity to read an advance copy of David West's upcoming book Heroes of the Fallen. This book won't be available in November, but David asked me to read it several months ago, so I was excited to get the ARC. Heroes of the Fallen is a novel based on the last days of the Nephite civilization. From the first chapter (Prologue), I was captured by David's writing style. It's very poetic and vivid, reminiscint of the time and culture. I told David that coming up with description in my own writing is not a natural talent, but something I have to go back through my first draft and add in.
Speaking of writing, I'm about 200 pages into Alma the Younger. This past week, I was able to make some important decisions and actually outline most of the rest of the book. Outlining is not something I do much--Brandon Sanderson would call my writing style "multi-drafting." But I'm excited to complete the 150 or so pages left, and see what my beta readers think!
A few more reviews came in for ALMA, Check them out:
Jennie Hansen--Meridian Magazine
It's always an honor to be reviewed by Jennie Hansen on Meridian Magazine. She is a prolific and well-respected LDS reviewer, but she doesn't review everything she's sent. She is also a bestselling author, and her new book, Shudder just came out. It looks fascinating, and it's on my list of fall reading.
Jewel Adams--Jewel's World
Another author! Jewel has published several clean romances, and she graciously reviews books as well. Her latest book, Place in This World was just released.
Heather Justesen--Clean Books for LDS Families
Heather Justesen just started a Facebook page for Clean Books. She included Alma in her line up (thanks!), and Heather also has her first book coming this month: The Ball's In Her Court.
Ronda Hinrichsen--The Write Blocks
Ronda is an award-winning author. She just won the Best Novel award from the League of Utah Writers for her unpublished book, TRAPPED. Her first book, MISSING, will be out this month.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
ALMA Blog Tour
This week three more reviews have come in.
Thanks to Mary Campbell of the Literary Girls Writing Group, who posted a review of Alma. It's a fun blog to peruse because the contributors talk about books! Which I love in all shapes and sizes, of course. Just this week I've read Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins, and started reading The Actor and the Housewife by Shannon Hale (which is completely zany so far!).
Also, Jen posted her review as well--otherwise known as JenHeadJen. (What's the story behind that name?) She also fired some interview questions at me, so my favorite color is now no longer a secret. Check out Jen's blog, where else, but JenHeadJen. Thanks, Jen!
Thanks to Tamara Heiner who posted her review on ALMA. Everyone has been so fast! There's a pretty good comment trail going on the review already. Check it out at Chasing Dreams. I also enjoyed reading Tamara's other interviews/reviews of various books and authors. Tamara has her own book coming out Fall 2010. Congrats!
This weekend I'll be teaching a couple of workshops at the LUW Conference in Heber, Utah. I'm excited to mix and mingle with crazy writer people like me :)
Thanks to Mary Campbell of the Literary Girls Writing Group, who posted a review of Alma. It's a fun blog to peruse because the contributors talk about books! Which I love in all shapes and sizes, of course. Just this week I've read Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins, and started reading The Actor and the Housewife by Shannon Hale (which is completely zany so far!).
Also, Jen posted her review as well--otherwise known as JenHeadJen. (What's the story behind that name?) She also fired some interview questions at me, so my favorite color is now no longer a secret. Check out Jen's blog, where else, but JenHeadJen. Thanks, Jen!
Thanks to Tamara Heiner who posted her review on ALMA. Everyone has been so fast! There's a pretty good comment trail going on the review already. Check it out at Chasing Dreams. I also enjoyed reading Tamara's other interviews/reviews of various books and authors. Tamara has her own book coming out Fall 2010. Congrats!
This weekend I'll be teaching a couple of workshops at the LUW Conference in Heber, Utah. I'm excited to mix and mingle with crazy writer people like me :)
Thursday, September 10, 2009
ALMA Blog Tour & Read first 3 chapters!
Thank you to Andrea Frisby who wrote a review on Alma here. She is the first official reviewer on in this blog tour. She runs a movie review site, so it was a question of where to post the review. She decided to post on her regular blog, but if you want to hop over to her movie review site, visit Movie Reviews by Andrea. I read through several of her movie reviews, and we have very similar opinions! Thanks, Andrea for your book review!
I've also worked the past few days on getting the first three chapters of ALMA available for you to read on-line. With my techo-challenged mind, I finally turned it over to my brilliant webmaster who designed my website.
Read the first three chapters of ALMA here!
And if for some reason, you haven't read Abinadi, you can read the first three chapters of ABINADI here!
Reminder on my book signings--hope to see some of you there!
September 11, 2009 - West Jordan Seagull Book 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (1625 West 9000 South, West Jordan, UTAH)
September 25, 2009 - American Fork Seagull Book 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (218 West State Road, American Fork, UT)
October 2, 2009 - Redwood Seagull Book, Pre-Conference Signing 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (1720 South Redwood Road, SLC, UTAH)
I've also worked the past few days on getting the first three chapters of ALMA available for you to read on-line. With my techo-challenged mind, I finally turned it over to my brilliant webmaster who designed my website.
Read the first three chapters of ALMA here!
And if for some reason, you haven't read Abinadi, you can read the first three chapters of ABINADI here!
Reminder on my book signings--hope to see some of you there!
September 11, 2009 - West Jordan Seagull Book 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (1625 West 9000 South, West Jordan, UTAH)
September 25, 2009 - American Fork Seagull Book 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (218 West State Road, American Fork, UT)
October 2, 2009 - Redwood Seagull Book, Pre-Conference Signing 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (1720 South Redwood Road, SLC, UTAH)
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