So, I said farewell to my Kindle Fire today. I spent a week with the shiny Amazon media device and decided that we just weren’t meant to be. Why? Frankly, I want a real tablet computer, not just a book reader with benefits. Before I get to all of that, let me explain why I wanted the Kindle Fire, why I bought one, and why it was hard to say goodbye. I have an Android smartphone, one that I really, really, love. It’s an HTC Evo Shift from Sprint. This phone does everything and does it well. When the Kindle Fire was announced, I did my homework and yes, I knew going in that the Fire would not be a full-on tablet. I told myself, however, that I wouldn’t need everything in a tablet — my phone could do anything the tablet couldn’t. I do like the idea of an [More]
The Shaurette Gazette
Happy Hallowtide!
Hey folks, the Kindle version of LILITH’S LOVE is now only $2.99, and you should soon see this being updated in the other major eBook stores as well. Some of the slow ones might still have it as $3.99 or higher but they will eventually all drop. Of course, you can [More]
ePublish Unum’s Digital Publishing Workshop for Authors
Last Saturday I attended the first (of what will surely be many) Digital Publishing Workshop for Authors hosted by Evo Terra and Jeff Moriarty of ePublish Unum. This is a relatively new venture for Evo and Jeff for helping authors embrace what it means to be a “digital author”. The [More]
An Interview with Patricia Fry
Patricia Fry is the President of SPAWN, the Small Publishers, Artists & Writers Network. She is the author of 28 books and many articles on the subject of writing and publishing, and brings her years of experience directly into her work. She recently released the second edition of her comprehensive [More]
Review: “THE RIGHT WAY TO WRITE, PUBLISH AND SELL YOUR BOOK” by Patricia Fry
THE RIGHT WAY TO WRITE, PUBLISH AND SELL YOUR BOOK: Your Complete Guide to Successful Authorship Genre: Non-fiction/Reference – Publishing Format: Paperback Publisher: Matilija Press ISBN: 9780977357628 Price: $19.95 USD It would be a tragic understatement to say this book is a comprehensive discussion of writing and self-publishing topics. Patricia [More]
Come As You Are
My friend Matt Yenkala made a big announcement last weekend that I wanted to share with everyone but I didn’t want to misquote or steal his thunder. He made the announcement official on his blog and so now I shall dish out the praise! I’ve known Matt since 2003. He [More]
Make your own vampire fangs – Make Magazine
From Make Magazine’s video podcast: Eric Skiff came over to help [Bre Pettis] make vampire fangs! Eric has made these for years using dental acrylic, but recently figured out that acrylic for nails is basically the same material. The great thing about this project is that you’ll learn how to [More]
Finally, a promo for La Bal Masqué Nocturne
You’ve heard us talking about it for months, and we are now less than three weeks away. At long last, we now have a podcast promo for La Bal Masqué Nocturne. Listen to the promo here. Lo-Fi version Please help us spread the word to all of your favorite podcasts, [More]
Apple now claims trademark on “Podcast”
To this day I do not own an iPod. My Palm Zire72 makes a better MP3 player AND I can watch movies AND I can play games AND I can record voice memos AND I can surf the web AND I can keep up with my appts AND… News like [More]
7th Son: Book Two – DECEIT
Well, I just flew back from Podcast Island, and boy are my virtual arms tired! ::rimshot:: Sorry, anyways, if you are a member of Second Life, you should definitely check this out. They had a launch party for J.C Hutchins’ podiobook, the sequel to his excellent book. After the big announcement, [More]
Death by Caffeine?
Death by Caffeine I’m a huge fan of beverages with massive amounts of caffeine. Us code monkeys live off Tab and Mountain Dew, doncha know? But have you ever pondered that inevitable question of how much of your favorite caffeinated drink would it take to kill you? If so, check out [More]
Today is National Richard Cheese Day!
Richard Cheese – iloverichardcheese.com [ home page ] Shame on you if you don’t like Dick! Check out our national lounge laureate as he swanks out hip new versions of all your favorite tunes. Visit www.iloverichardcheese.com to see the OFFICIAL NATIONAL RICHARD CHEESE DAY FLAG, and to get ready for [More]
Snootch to the Bootch!
As if I wasn’t already f’n psyched to see “Clerks II” when it comes out July 21, my cousin just informed me that her husband has a part in the movie! Sure enough he’s listed in the Full Cast and Crew listed on IMDB.com. If I’m allowed to blab about who [More]
