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Dena Weigel Author
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Author of #historicalthriller The Byzantine Cross, a Sarah Kraft #WWII novel
Next: The Argentinian Affair (Sarah Kraft)
Traveler, writer, artist
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Subtle character details are oftentimes the key to the mysteries the characters hold.

#Writing #characterdevelopment #smalldetailsbigdifference #writerscommunity #plotting
Using Subtle Character Development Hints | Chanticleer
Using subtle hints to develop your characters will help your readers connect with your story and give you an avenue to illustrate the character development arc.
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February 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
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New jobs report for the publishing industry. I'd love to hear more about the results they found regarding salary. Anyone? Bueller? Bueller?...

#publishingindustry #employmentstats #jobsinpublishing #equalpay #tellmemore
The 2025 PW Salary & Jobs Report
This year’s report, based on 726 responses to our annual survey of publishing professionals, reveals that the industry is becoming increasingly diverse—and increasingly skeptical of AI
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February 5, 2026 at 5:19 PM
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Great literature opens our eyes to see through others' perspectives, creating the empathy that creates a healthy society. Very important in the melting pot we call America.

#ChanticleerBookReviews #BlackHistoryMonth #AfricanAmericanAuthors #BlackAuthors #CivilRights
The Legend of Valentine by Sheldon Collins
The Legend of Valentine is one of epic historic transformation as he treads the fracturing Roman Empire, and human yearning as faith and love pull him forward.
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February 4, 2026 at 4:50 PM
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A little ditty I wrote about one of my favorite cities.

#Istanbul #FavoriteCities #TravelWriting #ExoticCities #Turkey
Istanbul—A city of mystery and intrigue
This is a fictional story of a day in Istanbul, one of the world's most ancient cities. Journey along to see the what this ancient city offers.
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February 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM
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THEN CAME The SUMMER SNOW by Trisha T. Pritikin – Historical Fiction, Cold War, Atomic Age

Edith's son is diagnosed with cancer, caused by the US government's nuclear secrecy. In Then Came the Summer Snow, she fights to reveal this injustice. Recommended!
THEN CAME The SUMMER SNOW by Trisha T. Pritikin – Historical Fiction, Cold War, Atomic Age
Edith's son is diagnosed with cancer, caused by the US government's nuclear secrecy. In Then Came the Summer Snow, she fights to reveal this injustice. Recommended!
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January 26, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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I got an early morning writing session in. It went well, and now I think I need to start setting my alarm. Boo!

#SleepingIn #AlarmClocks #WritingSessions #ProductiveHour #writinglife
January 28, 2026 at 6:33 PM
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It's that time of year again—tax season! Here's an article about tax breaks specifically for authors. Good luck with your tax prep, authors!

#TaxSeason2026 #filingtaxes #authorbusiness #PublishingBusiness #taxbreaks
Author Taxes 2025: What Writers Need to Know - Midnight Editors
Learn the essentials of author taxes in 2025, including Schedule C, deductions, new IRS rules, and tips for managing writing income.
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January 27, 2026 at 7:14 PM
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Have you visited the National Museum of Scotland? :) Here is wee video youtu.be/-8LxIgv5n5Q
National Museum of Scotland | Edinburgh tour 🏛️💀
YouTube video by Journey Dude - Exploring Scotland
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January 26, 2026 at 3:10 PM
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January 25, 2026 at 7:02 AM
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With so many choices in how we receive news in today's world, it's kind of fun to think about how the landscape has changed over the years, and how I've changed as a news consumer.

#News #SocialMedia #Newspapers #EveningNews #RadioNews
Which News Medium Do You Prefer?
Journalist Alison Hill breaks down the various news mediums available to people today and asks, which news medium do you prefer?
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January 22, 2026 at 6:22 PM
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“I don’t expect to ever be big time.”
Writing for impact, not fame:
From Texas to Chicago: The Wild Pulp World of B.C. Bell
Explore the fascinating world of B.C. Bell, the creator of Tales of the Bagman, a unique Depression-era vigilante saga.
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January 22, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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Which character archetype best fits you? The hero, the anti-hero, the mentor, the rebel, or the jester? I think I fit somewhere between the mentor and the jester—split personality, I guess.
homer simpson is wearing a purple jester hat
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January 21, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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Each chapter must propel the reader to turn to the next chapter. A good end-of-chapter hook is the magic that makes that happen.

#writing #goodhooks #storytelling #writingtips #turnthepage
Breaking Down the End-of-Chapter Hook | Chanticleer Book Reviews
In all genres, the art of the literary hook is what sparks the curiosity needed to draw your reader onto the next chapter. Master the art here.
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January 20, 2026 at 9:07 PM
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Check out Shami Stovall, the award-winning sci-fi author!

#SciFi #Series #ShamiStovall #AwardWinner #ChanticleerInternationalBookAward #CIBA
Chanticleer 10 Question Interview with Author Shami Stovall
Shami Stovall, author of Time-Marked Warlock, shares with how her love of online gaming gave her the inspiration to write stories readers can't put down.
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January 19, 2026 at 5:10 PM
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Anyone fancy a new #bookreview for the #newyear?

Start as you mean to go on, they always say, and I'm hoping to post a review every Thursday!

Here's the first: TREACHEROUS HACK, by KEVIN G. CHAPMAN

⭐⭐⭐⭐

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#books #booksky💙📚 #bookblog #thriller #crime
Treacherous Hack, by Kevin G. Chapman
I was offered a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This review may contain spoilers. I used to read a lot of thrillers and crime novels, but what put me off was how unrealistic the…
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January 1, 2026 at 10:40 PM
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The 2025 Laramie Finalists for Americana Fiction

Giddyup! The 2025 Laramie Awards for Americana Fiction have ridden onto the scene with the finalist list! Congratulations to all these authors, and good luck on April 18!
The 2025 Laramie Finalists for Americana Fiction
Giddyup! The 2025 Laramie Awards for Americana Fiction have ridden onto the scene with the finalist list! Congratulations to all these authors, and good luck on April 18!
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January 15, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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I'm curious...have any of you worked with a book influencer to promote your work? If so, what was you experience like?
a woman with pink hair is taking a selfie with a salon line logo behind her
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January 14, 2026 at 5:11 PM
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An intriguing #CoffeePotBookClub spotlight on my website today. #MedicalHistory #HistoricalFiction
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Till Taught by Pain | Fascinating Medical Historical Fiction by Susan Coventry - Elizabeth St.John
Till Taught by Pain by Susan Coventry Inspired by the groundbreaking discoveries of ether and chloroform anesthesia, William Stewart Halsted pursues a surgical career with ruthless ambition, daring to...
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January 13, 2026 at 11:11 PM
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"When it was all said and done, I guess I did help someone. Me. I helped myself in ways I could have never predicted. I helped myself reframe old narratives. I helped myself gain confidence. I helped myself heal old wounds. I helped reconcile things."

Samantha Perkins discusses memoir writing.
Writing Memoir? The Life You Change the Most Is Yours | Jane Friedman
A memoirist who began writing with the goal of helping others was surprised by how the process healed old wounds and reframed her self-image.
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January 13, 2026 at 2:20 PM
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2026 is here and these publishing industry trends are notable.

#2026WritingGoals #WritersandPublishers #PublishingGoals #2026Goals #2026Trends
Chanticleer's Top Ten Publishing Trends to Watch in 2026! | Chanticleer
In 2026, innovative publishing technologies will give authors more choices in how they create and get their work to the marketplace.
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January 12, 2026 at 6:20 PM
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In 2024, I consulted with Canadian novelist Elinor Florence to discuss the launch of her forthcoming novel from Simon & Schuster Canada, and how she might handle re-issuing her earlier two novels. I advocated self-publishing after her rights reverted, but then...

Here's my interview with her.
When You Publish a Career-Changing Book: Q&A with Elinor Florence | Jane Friedman
The author’s historical novel, Finding Flora, was an instant number-one bestseller in Canada which led to rerelease of two previous novels.
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January 8, 2026 at 3:18 PM
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did an interview about this here with Jane Friedman: janefriedman.com/how-do-freel...
How Do Freelancers Survive Today? An Interview with a 20-Year Veteran | Jane Friedman
The landscape is very different today: publications have folded, arts coverage has dried up, and most opinion writing is on Substack.
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December 25, 2025 at 3:31 AM
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If you love science fiction and humor, this book is for you!
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THE MAN WHO SAW SECONDS by Alexander Boldizar – Global Thriller, Sci-fi, Satire

Preble Jefferson, The Man Who Saw Seconds, glimpses the future. His ability draws the ire of a relentless CIA agent, dragging him into perilous global conflict. Highly recommended!
THE MAN WHO SAW SECONDS by Alexander Boldizar – Global Thriller, Sci-fi, Satire
Preble Jefferson, The Man Who Saw Seconds, glimpses the future. His ability draws the ire of a relentless CIA agent, dragging him into perilous global conflict. Highly recommended!
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January 7, 2026 at 5:56 PM
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I've come to loathe social media. Have any of you found marketing success without social media? I'd love to hear what you did instead.

#BookMarketing #AuthorPlatform #socialmedia #JaneFriedman #digitalmarketing

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The Struggle Is Reel: Marketing Without Social Media | Jane Friedman
Needing to build audience for a new book, one author examines her avoidance of creating video content in favor of face-to-face connections.
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January 6, 2026 at 4:32 PM
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The Life & Times of Sarah Good, Accused Witch are tragedy and grave injustice. A woman without wealth and influence, Sarah cannot fight the power of the church.

#HistoricalFiction #SalemWitchcraftTrials #ColonialAmerica #CBR #5star

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The Life & Times of Sarah Good, Accused Witch by Sandra Wagner-Wright
The Life & Times of Sarah Good, Accused Witch are tragedy and grave injustice. A woman without wealth and influence, Sarah cannot fight the power of the church.
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January 5, 2026 at 4:32 PM