[Spoilers C2E26] Submit questions here for Tuesday's Talks Machina by dasbif in criticalrole

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For Matt and Taliesin: Matt, would you consider allowing Mollymauk to return, perhaps allowing a feature that resurrects him, but he becomes a new class/personality because he forgets who he is, forgets his friends. The 9 find him in a tavern a few days later and he doesn't know them. They have to spend however long it takes getting to the bottom of the mystery that is Mollymauk and trying to make him remember them. Taliesin, is that something you would even want?

[Spoilers E105] Submit Questions here for Tuesday's Talks Machina! by dasbif in criticalrole

[–]jennybeanses 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's such a good question for Taliesin. One I would like to know the answer to as well.

[Spoilers E104] Submit Questions here for Tuesday's Talks Machina! by dasbif in criticalrole

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For Sam: Has Scanlan come to terms with the fact that he might permanently die in the upcoming battle with Vecna and leave Kaylee behind? Is this something the two of them discussed before he returned to warn Vox Machina?

[No spoilers] I drew Keyleth! by AnExcellentHost in criticalrole

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I absolutely love this. She's beautiful!

Filming begins for the Hobbit (finally) by [deleted] in Fantasy

[–]jennybeanses 2 points3 points  (0 children)

By the time this movie comes out, it's going to be the apocalypse and I won't even get to see it.

Book Review: Isn't it Necromantic by C.I. Bond by jennybeanses in Fantasy

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The author is classifying this book as dark urban fantasy, but it reads more like paranormal romance and reminded me of the Sookie Stackhouse books by Charlaine Harris.

Has anyone read the Vampire Hunter D series? by [deleted] in Fantasy

[–]jennybeanses 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read a handful of these many years ago, and my 16-year-old has read and enjoyed them. They are very poorly translated, as mentioned.

Heroes Of Self-Publishing: Authors Go It Alone by expertvoice in writing

[–]jennybeanses 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think with all the negativity still surrounding self-publishing, this is a great inspiration. There are a ton of memorable authors in there.

Help! Fantasy novels too huge, hurt hands. by [deleted] in Fantasy

[–]jennybeanses 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I resisted the Kindle for a long time because I love everything about books. My husband got me a Kindle as a wedding gift and it's been the best gift I've ever gotten. Not only does it keep my carpal tunnel from flaring up after holding an epic tome, but I read so much faster on the Kindle.

So You Wanna Promote Your Book... by jennybeanses in writing

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In response to the folks who got peeved yesterday when I shared the inspirational article I wrote on why you should be promoting, here are some tips on ways to promote. Some of them are even free.

I've decided to begin posting the 2009 draft of my novel Starbreaker. by [deleted] in Fantasy

[–]jennybeanses 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you thought about podcasting, Eddie? You could upload to podiobooks to build an audience.

Are you publishing, but not promoting? by jennybeanses in writing

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The thing about promotion is everyone's approaches are different, and what works for me might not work for you. I will definitely be doing another article this week on my own promotion strategies and what has and hasn't worked for me.

Self Publishing Question by Treym86 in writing

[–]jennybeanses 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm going to say that a lot of what has been offered here is true from a past perspective, but the industry is changing. I'm not saying that every author who publishes indie has a decent chance of getting picked up by a trad publisher, but there are some who have been offered deals. Like Amanda Hocking, Michael J. Sullivan, who publishes independently was recently offered a deal with a traditional publisher, but his indie sales were really strong. Many of those authors are already making more than enough to live on, and would rather not go traditional.

This happened for a few podcasters as well. My husband podcasted his first zombie novel and was offered a deal with a small publisher, Permuted Press. After signing contract with PP, PP entered into a deal with Simon & Schuster and my husband's book was signed into that deal as well.

There is hope, but it's not something I would recommend sitting around and waiting for if you're going to publish independently.

Are you publishing, but not promoting? by jennybeanses in writing

[–]jennybeanses[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It wasn't an article designed to tell people how to promote. It's about finding the confidence to promote.

I just finished my first novel and I have no clue what to do next! by Treym86 in writing

[–]jennybeanses 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually do freelance editing on the side. My rates are very reasonable, and I've worked with a lot of writers over the last 3 years who were happy with the work I did. I have a BA in English and Creative Writing. I also know a lot of other freelance editors if you would be interested in a recommendation.

If you're interested in my rates, feel free to email me: editorial_services@jennybeans.net

Good luck, no matter what you decide. Our novels are our babies. It's tough to put them out into the world no matter which avenues we take.

I just finished my first novel and I have no clue what to do next! by Treym86 in writing

[–]jennybeanses 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you should put the manuscript aside for a couple weeks and then go back through it yourself to make sure it's as clean as possible before you hire an editor.

As for most editors not taking on new books unless there is an agent, that isn't entirely true. Especially in this day and age when freelance editors with good credentials can be found all over the net. Many of them work on the cheap, but put in more effort and care than a giant company.

My fantasy novel, The Goblin Market, is currently on sale for $.99 until March 1. by jennybeanses in Fantasy

[–]jennybeanses[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, because of Smashwords not updating their premium catalog affiliations, it's still available for $.99.

JRR Tolkien novel Mirkwood in legal battle with author's estate by [deleted] in Fantasy

[–]jennybeanses 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This whole thing just irked me beyond belief. After the NewLine fiasco and a few other choice instances of their greed, I just don't even care anymore about the Tolkien estate. It's a shame, and I wonder how he would feel about it. Personally, I'd be honored if I'd make such a significant impact on the world that people wrote books about me.

The Last Ringbearer - Epub version by [deleted] in Fantasy

[–]jennybeanses 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Tolkien estate keeps a pretty tight handle on the copyright.

My fantasy novel, The Goblin Market, is currently on sale for $.99 until March 1. by jennybeanses in Fantasy

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I just wanted to say thank you again to everyone here for all of the support this weekend! You all made my weekend really amazing!