from James GrippandoI was so happy to get the reassurance from Jackie in yesterday's post that this is just a "summer" hiatus. There's been enough change in my professional life lately. This month, my long-time editor decided to retire. Yes, retire. Can you imagine such a thing--in this economy? Well, maybe the publishing industry isn't so bad off after all.So, for my summer send off, here's a litt...

from JacquelineAs Patty reminded you several times yesterday, we are having an hiatus, as in a summer vacation. We will be back. Click on the link below to receive an email the moment a new post appears on nakedauthors.com. Do not fret so much that you give yourself an hiatus hernia. Oh dear, that just shows you how much I need a break! Mind you, though I will not be writing my posts, I will still...

James O. BornI am a writer. But before that I was a reader. I still am. I've often expressed my interest in all types of books from history to fiction, from crime to science. I love being swept up by a god story with characters I care about. Fact or fiction, I don't care.I have, on occasion, questioned my own good taste in books. Too often I've read a bestseller and thought, "What the hell? Who lik...

Hey Guys,This is Cornelia, who happily just turned in the manuscript of her third novel tonight, July 1st--374 pages, slightly upwards of 77,000 words, only one deadline extension. It's tentatively titled Invisible Boy, and could well be available within the next decade, depending how fast I can get my edits done.In the meantime, I'd like to introduce all of you to fabulous author Michelle Gagnon,...

From PaulI really enjoyed Jacqueline's post last Friday about desperation providing the inspiration for writers to start -- and finish -- their damn books.Here's the personal story of my first novel. Late 1980's. I'm bored practicing law and not particularly happy about my contribution -- or lack of it -- to society.I take a windsurfing vacation to Maui. First day, bang! The board pops out of a wav...