Consistency Pays Off

Consistency Pays Off

January 15, 2014

I am nearly finished with this round of edits for my first novel, and then my beta readers get a peek.  Once they have a go, I'll reread my novel and go from there.  Meanwhile, I'm learning how to use Photoshop to create my own covers.  Still a way to go, but I'm getting there. 

Wow, I did not realize I would end up writing nearly a novel in research, definition, notes, and so much more to get to this point.  The 100 words a day has paid off.  I don't write every day, but more often than before.  I started documenting my sessions in a work logbook, and so far, my consistency has improved dramatically.  More good news is I’ve loved nearly every minute of writing this novel.

Happy Writing and Reading,

Carolyn Haven

http://CarolynHaven.webs.com 

Masochistic?

February 10, 2013

Could an author be considered masochistic if they start to like editing?

Okay, maybe it's not the editing I like so much as seeing the characters come to life, watching the story develop and unfold, and discovering what happens on the next page.  I liked my characters when I wrote them, but now after three revisions, I love them.  I want to learn more about them.  I want to learn more about their story, their back story.  I can't wait to find out how they'll react to the situations they are thrown into.  I am enjoying the way the story grows every time I make a revision pass-through. 

The characters and the story excited me at the beginning, but not I'm ecstatic.  I find myself anticipating the wrap-up of this part of the story, so I can begin the next part.  I hope you find stories that make you want to keep turning the pages.

 

Happy Reading,

Carolyn Haven

"Respect of the Dryads" an O'Neill Secure side job.

Who do the Werewolves and Fairies call when the FBI can’t handle it?

O’Neill Secure, Incorporated.

When treaties are violated and war is on the brink, Mike and Sarah O’Neill are called in to rescue kidnapped Fairies from a hostile Werewolf pack.  The fight will be to the death, since that’s the penalty the Werewolves face for slave trafficking.

No one knows just where, in the vast woodland reserve, the rogue pack is hidden, forcing Sarah to ask the Dryads of the forest for help.  Will Sarah gain the respect of the Dryads in time to defeat the kidnappers before war breaks out?

(A short, short story of the Walker Fae)

Available now on Smashwords and Amazon.com

Wall Wisdom

Dear Readers,

Wall Wisdom is my euphamism for the interesting things you read on a public restroom wall, or things that should be there. During road trips, I make note of the good ones so I can share them with others. I hope you enjoy these tidbits of wisdom.

Happy Reading,

Carolyn Haven

Respect of the Dryads review

Dear Readers,
I discovered a positive review of my short story, "Respect of the Dryads" available on Amazon, on Shelfari.  It was so unexpected.  I really appreciate the feedback.  It really fired me up to get some work done on an actual novel.
In celebration of the review, I am reducing the price to $0.99.
Happy Reading,
Carolyn Haven

Respect of the Dryads

"Respect of the Dryads", a Paw length Urban Fantasy of the Walker Fae available now at http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006MBQ4VA

Who do the Werewolves and Fairies call when the FBI can’t handle it?
O’Neill Secure, Incorporated.
When treaties are violated and war is on the brink, Mike and Sarah O’Neill are called in to rescue kidnapped Fairies from a hostile Werewolf pack. The fight will be to the death, since that’s the penalty the Werewolves face for slave trafficking.
No one knows just where, in the vast woodland reserve, the rogue pack is hidden, forcing Sarah to ask the Dryads of the forest for help. Will Sarah gain the respect of the Dryads in time to defeat the kidnappers before war breaks out?

Blogs Still not Cross Posting

See http://CarolynHaven.webs for the latest on release information.

Manuscript Submissions

May 20, 2011 (Whoops!  Obviously, this blog didn't cross post like it was supposed to, well better late than never.)

Hello to All of You Submitting Manuscripts,

After lots of research and through practice, I have configured a bare bones list of requirements for submitting a manuscript. The proper format for submissions is, first and foremost, whatever the person you are submitting to requests. No specifics stated, then follow standard format.

Your Contact Information (at the top of your submission or on a cover letter and definitely on your query letter)
Your Title and Pen Name (if applicable)
Your story (or other requirement such as blurb or synopsis)
1 inch margins
Double spaced
Typed in 12 point Courier New (though some are accepting Times New Roman)
5 space indent
Space down 10 lines then start chapter

ALWAYS CHECK DESIRED SPECIFIC FORMAT EACH TIME YOU SUBMIT!!!

I hope this helps anyone entering the process.


Happy writing and fruitful submissions,



Carolyn Haven