by DianneSalerni | Feb 6, 2012 | First Impressions
The third First Impressions post for February is a YA adventure with magical elements titled MANIFESTED, by Margo Kelly:Luke Michaelson sat alone at the small desk in his bedroom and methodically spun a closed pocket knife with his index finger. A family camping trip...
by DianneSalerni | Feb 3, 2012 | First Impressions, Larry
Our second First Impression for the month of February comes from Larry O’Donnell, my brother-in-law and frequent guest poster. This is the first page of his most recent WIP, a thriller titled THE PORTAL.Chapter 1: The ReleaseIt was one of those damp cold nights...
by DianneSalerni | Feb 1, 2012 | First Impressions
Today I’m bringing you a First Impression of PK Hrezo’s manuscript, a YA thriller titled THE 49TH PARALLEL. Mom says I’m my father’s daughter.She says I’d be willing to put my well-being on the line for anyone. She doesn’t mean it in the good way. Dad was a...
by DianneSalerni | Jan 30, 2012 | caged graves, First Impressions
It’s probably a little early to start thinking of launch parties and book swag, considering my next book’s not due to come out until 2013, but I can’t help myself. I asked my daughter if one of her talented friends might be interested in doing some artwork for...
by DianneSalerni | Jan 25, 2012 | skiing, writing
Before moving on to today’s post, I just want to share that Susan Swiderski posted a lovely review for WE HEAR THE DEAD on Monday and graciously included an interview. If you don’t follow Susan at I Think; Therefore I Yam — you should! Check out her...
