Articles by Mayra Calvani
The premise is ambitious, the stakes are high. Hitler´s Silver Box is a well-written novel full of non-stop action and suspense.
If you're interested in the private lives of people who make the fashion world, how they started and how they got to the top, you might want to pick up a copy of Karen Moller's memoir, Technicolor Dreamin': The 1960's Rainbow and Beyond.
Dr. Allen Malnak talks about his suspense thriller, Hitler's Silver Box, novel of non-stop action.
What is the spiritual cost of a super-advanced society? Is immortality worth pursuing? Is it the law of the universe for the stronger to dominate the weaker? Is there such a thing as a soul or consciousness?
A World of His Own is an enjoyable historical novel set in New Orleans in the early 1800's.
Please welcome my special guest, D.L. Reynolds. Reynolds is the author of the YA Christian fantasy, Darla Jade and the Balance of the Universe, the first book in this his new series for fans of fantasy and adventure fiction.
Magic, history, sorcery, mysticism, spirituality, fantasy, and magical realism combine to create an original, intriguing story that will capture your imagination.
The Lucky Baseball is a highly entertaining and educational novel about a young Japanese-American boy whose dream is to become a famous baseball player.
Darla Jade and the Balance of the Universe is part of an exciting YA series for fans of fantasy, adventure and Christian literature.
Interview with Kai Strand, author of The Weaver.
Nancy is the bestselling author of the four Bella and Britt Series books for children: One Pelican at a Time (eighteen weeks on Amazon Bestselling List), Sea Turtle Summer, Bella Saves the Beach and Mystery at Manatee Key.
Like his protagonist, Jim Gilliam ran away from home and joined the Coast Guard at 14. He has recently retired from the Navy's Military Sealift Command and is currently writing the sequel to his novel.
If you enjoy poetry or have a friend or family member who does, I recommend you grab a copy of this uplifting collection.
The Silent and the Lost is a novel worth reading and one that historical fiction fans will find appealing and out of the ordinary.
After a brief introduction, Sundararaj takes beginners through all the steps necessary to become a great storyteller, from vital preparation, to understanding themes, to the reasons for telling a great story, to painting your setting and much more.
To celebrate the release of my novel, Embraced by the Shadows, I'm giving away two other books for free. Offer lasts until Halloween.
This is the first installment in The Adventures of Zeppi series and the beginning of their escapades.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be the head matchmaker of a high-class Beverly Hills dating service?
After a career in the corporate world, Charlotte K. Omillin decided to dedicate her time to writing and illustrating stories for children. She´s the author of The Adventures of Zeppi series. A lover of nature and the environment, Omillin interweaves the ecological theme in her series. In it, Zeppi the penguin and his friends learn how to take care of our planet.
Have you gone through a divorce, found a new partner and are considering remarrying? Perhaps you´re afraid of making the same mistake twice and are thinking of living together first? Do you wonder if you´re doing the right thing?
Dina´s Lost Tribe is a historical novel that weaves four different stories and spans from the 14th century to our present time.
Shirley Roe is an author and Managing Editor for Allbooks Review International.
Liesel Soley, a graduate of the Juilliard School of Music and Fulbright scholar in Paris, France, is a professional violinist.
Janelle Meraz Hooper is an Anglo-Hispanic writer who was born in Oklahoma; she now lives in Washington State. An award-winning author, her books are character-driven and lean heavily on the lives and challenges of women.
Horror author Vincent Hobbes talks about his latest book, The Endlands.
Can You Be an Artist? is a wonderful book that introduces children to the arts and unleashes their creativity.
The author wrote the memoir as a gift and tribute to her mother Elise. What a wonderful gift to offer a mother! If you´re a fan of true love stories, you must pick this one up. This book will also make a lovely gift on Valentine´s Day.
The next presidential election is getting near… and handsome, charismatic Senator Howard Stark wants to become president. There´s only one problem: He´s possessed by Sargatanas, a powerful demon who wants to unleash all evil on earth.
I highly recommend The Space Between to fans of dark YA thrillers as well as to those readers who like a sprinkle of science in their books.
"If you´ve ever played in a string quartet, you´ll know it doesn´t take very long before everyone wants to kill each other," states the author.
Award-winning, first-time novelist Marisel Vera pens an honest, heart-felt, often sad tale of an idealistic, naïve Puerto Rican girl named Felicidad who goes to America to be with the man she loves.
Aloni Gabriel & Butterfly/Aloni Gabriel & Mariposa is an illustrated, bilingual story (English/Spanish) for middle-grade readers. Like The Little Prince, it is a deeply insightful fable that both educates and entertains.
For centuries, rumors have abounded of a lowly caste of supernatural beings known as the Terrae Angeli. Armed with the power to control Earth, Fire, Wind and Water, these warriors secretly serve as guardians for mortals in danger.
Flossie´s story is the inspiring tale of one woman´s struggle to make a successful life for herself and her children, despite the roadblocks of racism and illiteracy.
If you´re looking for something different to read this summer, I highly recommend you grab a copy of Hutchison´s controversial, adventure-filled novel, Latitude 38.
Christine Amsden´s second novel, The Immortality Virus, raises an intriguing question: Is it really all that wonderful to find the secret of immortality and live forever?
FireSong is the fifth instalment in the Gus LeGarde mystery series and talented author Aaron Paul Lazar doesn´t disappoint, hooking readers right from the beginning and keeping them turning pages with a series of unexpected twists and turns.
The Immortality Virus is a far-future science fiction novel that asks: "What if the entire human race stopped aging?"
Aaron Paul Lazar writes to soothe his soul. The author of LeGarde Mysteries, Moore Mysteries, and Tall Pines Mysteries enjoys the Genesee Valley countryside in upstate New York, where his characters embrace life, play with their dogs and grandkids, grow sumptuous gardens, and chase bad guys. Visit h...
The author, ´Laughing´ Larry Berger, ´wrote´ or improvised these poems onstage as part of an audience participation free verse sets at coffee houses in Los Angeles in 1996.
Latitude 38 is a love story set in the future. It plays out against a backdrop of swirling social and political change, and tells the story of Diego Sanchez and his wife Adriana, a couple deeply in love.
Teresa has a Ph.D. in Latin American Literature and is the author of five novels, three in Spanish and two in English, and a collection of short stories in Spanish.
First-time novelist Susan Goldsmith talks about her journey to publication, her creative process, and shares some useful tips with aspiring writers.
Please welcome my special guest, artist, musician and novelist Anna-Marie Lopez. Her first novel, The Tortilla Children, has just been published by Onda Books and was inspired by her father.
Donna McDine is an award-winning children's author whose stories have been featured in multiple print and online publications. Her first book, The Golden Pathway, is about a boy who befriends a slave during the civil war. It is an illustrated story book for older readers (ages 9-12). Donna is a mem...
Bob Boan is with us today to talk about his latest coming-of-age novel, Bobby Becomes Bob, published by Twilight Times Books.
Offering a rarely seen female perspective on gang life, this raw and powerful memoir tells not only of one woman’s struggle to survive the streets but also of her ascent to the top ranks of the new mafia, where the only people more dangerous than rival gangs were members of her own.
Suspense author Anne K. Edwards talks about her latest novel, Shadows Over Paradise.
Book of Shadows combines the excitement of a supernatural thriller, the chills of a horror novel, and the mystery of a crime story.
The exotic setting, polished narration, tight plot and strong atmosphere of menace make this story a must read for lovers of the genre.
Alexandra Sokoloff talks about her new supernatural thriller, Book of Shadows.
I highly recommend reading this to a child who has recently experience a ´big change,´ such as moving house, welcoming a new sibling or step parent into a home, or going into a new school.
Children's author Nicole Weaver donates part of her book's proceeds to Haiti's earthquake victims.
Australian author Margot Finke talks about her new rhyming book for children.
Award-winning Nicaraguan-American writer Silvio Sirias discusses his works, writing and publishing.
Interview with concert violinist, conductor and composer Gerald Elias, author of DEVIL'S TRILL.
Mary Cunningham is the author of the award-winning tween fantasy/mystery series, Cynthia's Attic, which was inspired by a recurring dream about a mysterious attic.
A Deadly Habit is an unusual mystery as far as mysteries go. It is laugh-out-loud funny and features a feisty, willful heroine that will both test your patience and steal your heart.
Third-rate Hollywood actors and top NASA astronauts come together in this quirky, hilarious romp of a novel.
My guest today is Puerto Rican poet Luivette Resto. Although Luivette was born in Aguas Buenas, Puerto Rico, she was raised in the Bronx. She graduated from Cornell University with a BA in English Literature and a minor in U.S. Latino Studies. Later, she earned her MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Currently, she teaches English at Citrus College and Mt. San Antonio College. Her poems have been published in publications such as Latino Today, Mija Magazine, Harpur Palate, The Furnace Review, and Falling Star Magazine. She most recently published her first collection of poetry titled Unfinished Portrait.
I have some exciting news to share. There's a new hot spot for Latino authors to promote their work: Bronzeword Latino Authors. Run by award-winning author Jo Ann Hernandez, this new site is aimed at spreading the work and accomplishments of Hispanic authors worldwide. Jo Ann will be offering various promotional services, including virtual book tours. Here to talk about her new endeveour and the Latino book market is Jo Ann herself.
Rebeca Gomez Galindo talks about her books and writing life.
Mystery author Marta Stephens talks about her Sam Harper series.
Meet Latino cop, poet and editor Sarah Cortez.
Author Sandra Rodriguez Barron talks about her novel, The Heiress of Water.
South African horror author Joan de la Haye talks about her book and writing life.
When you hear the term ADD, hyperactive, badly behaved children who do poorly at school come to mind, but this condition doesn´t only affect children. Gina Pera´s book, Is It You, Me, or Your Adult A.D.D.? takes a look at an often ignored aspect of ADD, that of adult ADD.
Living the Vida Loca is a fun, entertaining novel.
Primarily, Hungry Woman in Paris is the story of a young woman trying to find herself in a foreign country. Yet it is so much more than that.
Lovely book about a young violinist.
A deftly crafted mystery novel written by Marta Stephens, a new author to watch out for.
100% of royalties from this book will be donated to dog rescues nationwide.
Disturbing, true story about drug addiction.
Rainbow Sheep is an original, sweet story about a little shepherdess called Genevieve and her flock of sheep.
A closer look at the art of book reviewing.
In Latin America and Europe combined, approximately 250,000 bulls die each year. Do these bulls fall prey to a deadly virus, perhaps? Far from it. The bulls are tortured and killed for the sake of entertainment. Have we evolved at all since the Roman times?
Fantasy author Christopher Hoare talks about his latest novel, The Wildcat's Victory.
Children's author Jeff Clineff talks about his book, TOO MANY KITTIES.
Award-winning author Mathias B. Freese discusses his latest literary short story collection.
Interview with Dena Jones, WSPA US
Interview with Children's Author Safari Sue Thurman
Children's book illustrator Kim Sponaugle talks about her work in the children's publishing industry.
Kim Sponaugle is the illustrator of 13 children's picture books. When she was 8 years old, her grandmom entered her picture in a "color the bunny" contest. She won. The prize was a paint-by-numbers set. But Kim soon got bored with the numbers and began painting on her own. With time, her love for dr...
Puppies are not toys. You hear that all the time. But you´d be surprised at the number of people who seem to ignore this. It´s sad, but many people buy a dog, only to return it to the store or breeder—or worse yet, a shelter!—a couple of weeks later because they ´couldn´t handle it´.
A dark, haunting collection of short stories.
Getting a new puppy is an exciting time for a family. It´s just like the arrival of a new baby! If there are kids in the family, then the event is even more thrilling. Hopefully, you have done your homework and read books on the subject and know all about the responsibilities of owning a new pet. There´s only one thing left to be done: finding the perfect name for your puppy.
I used to think writing children´s books was boring. Writing for those demanding, whining creatures? Are you kidding? Not for me. No thanks. That was a few years ago.
Interview with Sharanya Prasad, Marine Mammal Program Officer, WSPA USA.
A hilariously funny children´s picture book about an old couple who share an irresistible affection for rattlesnakes.
Interview with children's author Shari Lyle-Soffe.
Review of Curse of the Bayou, by Mary Cunningham
Interview with children's book author Margot Finke.
Interview with author Dan Ronco.
Author, speaker and imagist Melissa Zollo talks about the power of imagination.
Mary Jean Kelso is a journalist and a multi-genre author of adult, young adult, and children's books. In this interview she talks about her latest picture books, illustrated by reknown Oregon artist K.C. Snider.
The secret to work great with an illustrator is mutual respect and communication.
Children's book author Donna J. Shepherd talks about her two new picture books, Ouch! Sunburn! and No More Gunk! both under Guardian Angel Publishing's new Health and Hygiene imprint. Donna, who also writes devotionals, also talks about her working environment, book promotion, and her experience in looking for a publisher, among other things. She offers some sound, wise advice to aspiring authors.
Interview with Fantasy author R. Leigh.
Book review of BLACK MAGIC WOMAN, by Justin Gustainis.
Barbara Techel's first children's picture book is touching and inspirational. It is the true story of a miniature dachshund that falls ill to a paralyzing disease, and how she overcomes all the obstacles while remaining as sweet and gentle as before. The book carries a powerful and important message for children and adults alike.
Lee Denning is the pen name for father/daughter writing team Denning and Lee Powell.
Interview with Author Justin Gustainis.
An impressive and ambitious debut novel!
SF author Phoebe Wray talks about her debut novel, JEMMA7729.
Wray's debut SF novel is thought provoking and action filled!
Illustrator K.C. Snider talks about inspiration and her collaboration with authors.
Two books by children's book author Shari Lyle-Soffe.
Interview with author and news director Don Miles
International thriller set in 2022 Brussels, Belgium.
Picture books aren't as easy to write as they seem. Learn why from children's book author Margot Finke.
Literary writing at its best.
Author Jennifer Gladen talks about her upcoming children's picture books.
Susan Berger is the author of Jamie's Dream, a children's picture book on which she collaborated with her son. I was happy to have a recent opportunity to talk with her about her new book, about writing, and where you can buy a dream.
A bizarre, spooky, and downright hilarious read.
Two great picture books young children will love.
Grandfather-granddaughter writing team collaborate on a book about friendship for this Valentine's Day.
Are you passionate about books? Do you dream of becoming a book reviewer? Are you curious about the influence reviews have on readers, booksellers, and librarians? The Slippery Art of Book Reviewing will teach you everything you´ll ever need to know about reviewing, from how to write them to understanding their influence over the wider spectrum of the publishing world.
Christian children's book author Cynthia Reeg talks about inspiration, her books, working habits, and the business of publishing.
Separate Worlds
By Nancy Minnis Damato
Wings e-Press, Inc.
Copyright 2007
General Fiction/Historical
Series (Book III)
Available on Amazon
The story of the Taylor family saga continues in this the third and final installment, Separate Worlds. Under the skillful pen of talented author Nanc...
Corinne Demas has written many books in a variety of genres. A violinist herself, music has influenced her work. She is a Professor of English at Holyoke College and Fiction Editor of The Massachussets Review.
Welcome to American Chronicle, Corinne. Let's start by talking a little about your vi...
Double Daggers is a fascinating story about a cursed coin and the four men who become affected by it across the ages. To read my review of this novel, visit The Slippery Book Review Blog. The author was kind enough to take time of out of his busy schedule to take part in this interview.Why don’t you...
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Hundreds of books on writing are available on the market these days. I try to get my hands on any new writing book that comes out, even though most of them end up being repetitive in one way or the other. I was pleasantly surprised by Bessler's book because, while it...
A Complete Guide to Promoting and Selling Your Self-Published Ebook
by Dorothy Thompson
http://www.pumpupyourbookpromotion.com
With the rise of the internet, electronic book publishing has become extremely popular. It's relatively easy and inexpensive to create an ebook and sell it from a we...
Laurel, MD –— FIRE! You see it on the news, on the Internet, in the papers, but if it doesn't strike close to home it's easy to ignore. With one e-mail sent by publisher Karen Syed to 21 authors, "The Heat of the Moment" was developed. Each of the authors, the youngest being sixteen years old, invol...
Christmas time is a wonderful time for soulful violin music and children's picture books.
Join me this month as I tour the blogosphere to promote my first children's picture book, THE MAGIC VIOLIN. The tour begins on December 1st and will end on Christmas Day, when I'll be giving away a $20 Amazon ...
In the small town of Stillwater, the citizens are still haunted by the disappearance of their highly respected reverend twenty years ago. Despite what other people think, beautiful journalist Madeline Barker, the reverend's daughter, is sure the crime was not committed by her beloved stepbrother.
...
Who Killed Marcia Maynard? is a short, easily readable little mystery with a twist: written by a psychoanalyst, it is filled with clinical observations about the criminal mind.
A famous child psychologist called Marcia Maynard has been gruesomely killed in her Manhattan home, and psychoanalyst Ma...
A former violinist, Erica Miner is now an author, poet and screenwriter. The violin has always been an inspiration and important part of her life and her works are proof of that. In this interview Erica talks about how she first became and author, violin music, and her novels. Tell us...
Anne K. Edwards is an author with many hats. She writes in various genres - mystery, fantasy, children's, speculative, and nonfiction. In addition, she is editor of The Voice in the Dark Ezine. In this interview, Anne talks about her ezine and her books.
When did Voice in the Dark Ezine get start...
1. Please tell us about your book review site, Armchair Interviews. How and when did it get started?
My business partner and best friend, Connie Anderson and I reviewed books and interviewed authors on television. We had both retired, but mourned the loss of the richness that format brought to o...
The Christmas Angel By Mary Jean KelsoIllustrated by K.C. SniderGuardian Angel Publishingwww.guardianangelpublishing.com ISBN: 1933090588Copyright 2007Softcover, 32 pages, $11.95Children’s Picture Book
The Christmas Angel is a sweet, heart-warming Christmas story about a little girl who ends up f...
Author Max Anderson specializes in writing adventure/mystery novels for reluctant boy readers. In this interview, Max talks about his work, what goes on inside the mind of young boys who hate reading, and what parents can do to change this.I understand you were a very r...
Violin… The word brings such vivid images to my mind. A slender and graceful soloist performing on stage, her eyes closed with delirious ecstasy. The mysterious, dark, gaunt figure of Paganini, his long thin fingers racing up and down the fingerboard with demonic, preternatural speed. Tartini recl...
I recently had the chance to chat with Amy Moreno, whose illustrations for The Doll Violinist make her a finalist (together with the story) at the Children’s Picture Book Competition. Amy talks about the artistic temperament, the competitive world of children's book publishing, and offers advice to ...
Birthday Snow
by Kim Messinger & Michael LaLumiere
Illustrated by Angela Ursillo
Stagger Lee Books
ISBN: 978-0979100611
Hardcover, 32 pages
Picture Book
Freckled-faced Daniel has a dilemma. It’s his birthday today but there’s no snow. Up until now, it has ALWAYS snowed on his birthday.
...
Q:How and when did The Reading Tub get started? What’s its mission?
A:I have always loved to read and, when our daughter joined us in November 2001, I found sharing books with her to be great fun! One day I was talking with my sister-in-law about children's books (positives & negatives) and she ...
Q:As I can see, you have many hats. Why don't you start by putting on your publicist hat and telling our readers what a publicist can do for an author that the author cannot do himself?
A:Hi, Mayra, and thanks for asking me to be here! First let me begin by saying that I’m an advocate for learni...
There’s a Spider in my Sink!
By Bill Kirk
Illustrated by Suzy Brown
www.Ebooks4Tots.com
Copyright 2005
Ebook
Ages 2-6
"There’s a spider in my sink!
Did he drop in from the brink?
Does he want a little drink?
There’s a spider in my sink!"
Thus begins this very cute picture ebook youn...
The Missing Locket
Book I, Cynthia’s Attic series
By Mary Cunningham
Quake (Echelon Press imprint)
ISBN: 1-59080-441-4
Copyright 2005
Trade Paperback, 152 pages, $9.99
Mystery/Paranormal, Middle Reader
The Missing Locket is a paranormal mystery featuring two lovable young sleuths that gi...
The Ghost Mirror
By Jamieson Wolf
eTreasures Publishing
www.etreasurespublishing.com
ISBN:978-0974053-776
Copyright 2007
Paperback, $7.99, 120 pages
YA/Dark Fantasy
Thirteen-year old Mave is no ordinary girl. For one thing, she happens to be a black-eyed, redheaded powerful witch, ...
The Frugal Editor
By Carolyn Howard-Johnson
Red Engine Press
Copyright 2007
ISBN: 978-0-9785158-7-4
Paperback, 208 pages, $18.95
The publishing world is so incredibly competitive nowadays, both aspiring and experienced authors who wish to succeed need to make sure that their submissions—be ...
Death Game
By Cheryl Swanson
Zumaya Publications
www.zumayapublications.com
ISBN: 1-554110-326-6
Copyright 2006
Trade Paperback, 300 pages, $14.99
Thriller
CG expert Cooper O’Brian’s life turns upside down when her younger brother, a troubled teenager, is accused of murdering another boy i...
Q:How long have you been writing?
A:I started writing stories when I was around seven. When I was thirteen, Arizona Highways Magazine sent me a check for $50 for a short story about riding a mule down to the bottom of the Grand Canyon. Getting that check hooked me, but I must say it was the las...
When Sam Hunter lands a summer job in 1975 as a seasonal maintenance worker at Crater Lake National Park in order to make some money for next year’s college tuition, little did he imagine the unusual events which would take place there, events that ultimately would defy his moral beliefs and put to ...
Q:What’s an online conference?
A:The Muse Online Writers Conference is an opportunity for writers to meet, mingle, and network with some of the professionals in the publishing industry. It’s an area where you don’t have to worry what you’re going to wear, travel and hotel expenses, or who will m...
Grassroots Marketing for Authors and Publishers
By Shel Horowitz
AWM Books
ISBN: 0-9614666-3-3
Copyright 2007
Paperback, $24.95
Book Promotion
If you’re serious about book promotion, this work by marketing guru Shel Horowitz is one you’ll want to add to your permanent reference shelf.
T...
Getting celebrity testimonials or endorsements is an effective way to boost sales, add publicity and credibility to your book, and attract attention from booksellers and libraries. As a small press author, I don’t think I would have any trouble getting reviews from Booklist, Publisher’s Weekly or Li...
Journeys of Hope: A Star Shall Lead Them
Written & illustrated by Kevin Scott Collier
Guardian Angel Publishing
www.guardianangelpublishing.com
ISBN: 1-933090-28-6
Copyright 2005
Ebook, 26 pages, $6.00
Children’s Picture Book/Christian
Journeys of Hope is a delightful picture ebook that in...
That’s right. Talk about living with the competition!
Guardian Angel Publishing (www.guardianangelpublishing.com), a company specializing in children’s picture ebooks and paperbacks, has started an imprint of books written and illustrated by children under twelve years of age. These books will ...
Starting your own book club is a great way to share your love of books with other book lovers. Chances are many book lovers would love to start a club but simply don’t know how, or for some reason think it is difficult. Starting your own book club can be easy, inexpensive, fun, and rewarding. The ma...
Audio interviews are in rising popularity as a tool of book promotion among authors. After all, all you need are a phone, a witty personality, and a talent for public speaking. The first one is easy—everybody has a phone these days. The second is a gift you may be born with if you’re lucky. The thir...