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Does My Life Matter by @NonnieJules Watch #RWISA Write

August 30, 2017 By Joan Curtis Leave a Comment

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Because of the division that’s going on in our world right now, the hate that’s being stirred up and spewed by these White Supremacist groups, we felt it appropriate and extremely necessary that we share a piece from our President, Nonnie Jules, that needs to be wide-spread. “DOES MY LIFE MATTER?”  I am a black […]

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Filed Under: Guest Post, Rave Review Book Club Tagged With: Nonnie Jules, RRBC, RWISA

#RRBC Author Spotlight! Welcome to RHANI D’CHAE

March 4, 2017 By Joan Curtis 34 Comments

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Today we are excited to welcome RHANI D’CHAE as the Rave Review Book Club Spotlight member. She’s written an exciting new mystery series beginning with, Shadow of the Drill which tells the story of… A brutal experience transforms an unproven young tough into a ruthless killing machine. For 15 years he waited, building his body into […]

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Filed Under: For Readers, Guest Post Tagged With: guest post, mystery, Rave Review Book Club, Rhani D'Chae, RRBC, Shadow of the Drill

Writer Sara Jayne Townsend Talks about the Discipline of Writing

October 31, 2016 By Joan Curtis 1 Comment

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Today we have the pleasure of featuring fellow writer, Sara Jayne Townsend. Sara has written and published several books. Her latest is an intriguing story titled, Suffer the Children, released by MuseItUp Publishing in August. Sara has also written the Shara Summer mystery series. As writers we all struggle with the discipline of writing. Sara will share […]

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Filed Under: Guest Post, Writing Tips Tagged With: discipline, sara-jayne townsend, Shara Summer, Suffer the Children, time management, Writer, Writing

Guest Post: Murder Within An Extended Family

October 10, 2016 By Joan Curtis 2 Comments

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What a treat we have in store for you today! Heather Haven is the queen of mystery and comedy @HeatherHaven Click To Tweet Her delightful personality shines through in her many award-winning books. I consider her an inspiration. She agreed to visit us today and talk a bit about the extended family featured in her […]

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Filed Under: Guest Post, My Thoughts, Writing Tips Tagged With: extended families, Heather Haven, mystery and comedy, The CEO Came DOA, writing tips

Thriller Writer, Matthew Peters, Talks about Researching his Novel

September 26, 2016 By Joan Curtis 9 Comments

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Most people believe everything in fiction is made up. Readers, however, demand much more than that of writers. They demand credibility and genuineness. So when Matthew Peters began working on his suspense thriller, The Brothers’ Keepers, he had to immerse himself in quite a bit of research. The main character uncovers remote truths about Christianity that […]

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Filed Under: Guest Post, Thoughts on Creativity, Writing Tips Tagged With: Christianity, fiction writing, history, Matthew Peters. The Brothers' Keepers, research, Writing

Guest Post: The Problem with Writing Humor

September 5, 2016 By Joan Curtis 4 Comments

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I couldn’t have had a better writer to talk about humor than Stuart R. West #guestpost Click To Tweet He’s not only funny in his books, but I don’t think I’ve ever gotten an email from him that didn’t make me laugh. The man knows humor. If you doubt me, just look at the titles […]

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Filed Under: Guest Post, Writing Tips Tagged With: Bad Day in Banana Hammock, Cozy Comic Mystery, Humor, Murder by Massage, Stuart R. West

Creating Confidence: How to Love Your Writing in 3 Steps

July 8, 2015 By Joan Curtis 1 Comment

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Guest Post by Miranda Kulig When I was six years old, my teacher asked each person in my class what they wanted to be when they grew up. Some kids wanted to be doctors. Some wanted to be teachers. Other kids said they didn’t know. I, however, knew exactly what I was going to be when I […]

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Filed Under: Guest Post, Motivation to Write Tagged With: confidence, editing, fiction, Miranda Kulig, Pinterest, watt pad, Writing

The Page Author Talks about How His Experiences Influence His Writing–Tour with Giveaway

February 11, 2015 By Joan Curtis 6 Comments

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Today we are excited to have M. Jonathan Lee with us. He’s written two fascinating novels, The Radio and, his recent release, The Page. Not only can you read how Jonathan brought his personal experiences into the writing but also you have a chance to win signed copies of his books. Visit, comment, join Jonathan […]

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Filed Under: Goddess Fish Blog Tour, Guest Post, My Thoughts Tagged With: goddess fish tour, M. Jonathan Lee, The Page

Starke Dead, an Oddly Delicious Recipe, and a Cookbook FREE Today!

November 17, 2014 By Joan Curtis 10 Comments

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Today, I welcome as my guest blogger Conda V. Douglas. She is not only sharing a bit of her story but also a wonderful recipe. What fun! Thank you, Joan, for this opportunity. Hi everyone. I’m Conda V. Douglas, the author of the Starke Dead cozy mystery series. The first in my series is out […]

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Anthony Melchiorri’s The God Organ–Guest Post and Giveaways!

November 5, 2014 By Joan Curtis 9 Comments

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We are hosting Anthony Melchiorri on his virtual blog tour organized by Goddess Fish Touring Company. Anthony will also be giving away a $20 gift card and an autographed copy of his book The God Organ.  Visit as many tour stops as you can, register to win and comment! See the banner below for tour stops and […]

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Filed Under: Goddess Fish Blog Tour, Guest Post Tagged With: anthony melchiorri, goddess fish tour, guest post, sci-fiction, The God Organ

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