Tuesday, January 8, 2013

News Day Week 1

Hey lovely people! As I mentioned in this post, I want to spend more time on my blog bringing awareness to other bloggers in our community. I decided to do this in the form of a quick overview of stuff that I know of, every week on Tuesday.

If there's anything you think I should put in here next week (even if it's for your own blog), please let me know at mishagericke(AT)gmail(DOT)com.

Calls for help: 


Firstly, MFB is still open for volunteers/sponsors for this month's prizes. If you want to help make MFB an amazing place for our community, please check out this post for details. I will be contacting the sponsors tomorrow.

Then, Tara Tyler is looking for published and about-to-be published authors with whom to do joint signings in their area. 

Ciara Knight wants to do a post on things to watch out for before signing a contract with an agent and/or editor. She invites anyone with experience in this to give some input. Please comment on this post.

Offers to Help: 


Nicole Singer is opening her blog twice a month for 300 word excerpt and query crits.

Blogfests and Hops:


In case you somehow missed it, Alex J. Cavanaugh announced the date of his new (mysterious) blogfest. Date: 18 March.

Also, L.G. Keltner is hosting the Beginnings Blogfest tomorrow. Sign ups here.

Freebies: 


For today only, R. Patrick Hughes is offering his novel Only the Lonely for free. On the 15th, his short-story collection: Battles and Other Stories will be free as well. Please head over and give your support. 

Worth a Visit


For bloggers in general, I have one today: The lovely Livia Petersen. She's been around for a short while, but launched into the community with gusto. If you haven't met her yet, please head over and say hi for me.

Then, Sherri Larsen announced her Rebel Writer's Creed yesterday. Please go read it and sign up if you want to honor the creed with her and need a place to encourage and be encouraged through the year. 

Finally, I want to end this news segment on an encouraging note for those of us in query and submission trenches. Tired of being told no? You really should read this post... 



That's it for today! What do you ladies and gents think? Like? Don't like? Please don't hesitate to contact me with tidbits. These headlines aren't set in stone. Have a great day! 


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  1. Elise FallsonJanuary 8, 2013 at 2:51 PM

    Thanks for the blog info, I think your Tuesday posts are a great idea. (:

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  2. Steven J. WangsnessJanuary 8, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    It's always nice to hear how a million rejections lead to bestsellerdom. Though some of those stories are apocryphal, I think, as I've heard other versions (re: Twilight, for example).

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    1. Misha GerrickJanuary 10, 2013 at 1:04 PM

      Me too, actually! But I thought it might be nice encouragement for people anyway.

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  3. Annalisa CrawfordJanuary 8, 2013 at 2:54 PM

    News Day is a great idea! I'll be announcing my first blog hop on Friday.

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  4. S.A. LarsenッJanuary 8, 2013 at 3:02 PM

    I love this new Tuesday!! It's always a great thing to recognize others; goodness will be returned.

    I did, somehow, miss Alex's blogfest. I'll go check it out. I'll also check out Ciara's post. Thanks so much!

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    1. S.A. LarsenッJanuary 8, 2013 at 3:03 PM

      Ooh,maybe I should mention that yesterday I released a Writer's Rebel Creed for 2013. Writers simply sign up, post the badge on their sites, and keep in touch with encouragement and support throughout the year. You could check it out and maybe spread the word. Up to you!!

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    2. Misha GerrickJanuary 10, 2013 at 1:07 PM

      Done! I put it in this News Day post after you brought the Creed to my attention.

      Thanks!

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  5. Sean McLachlanJanuary 8, 2013 at 3:07 PM

    Nice idea to have a regular news post. I'll keep my ear to the ground. I'm always happy to make announcements on my own blog as well, as long as it's targeted to my audience (historical fiction and nonfiction, Old West, regional writing, horror).

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    1. Misha GerrickJanuary 10, 2013 at 1:08 PM

      Me, I want to make it open to anyone, since it's about the bloggers and not me. :-)

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  6. sjpJanuary 8, 2013 at 3:23 PM

    Definite like! so concise and informative and relaxed, love it :)

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  7. Alex J. CavanaughJanuary 8, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    Thanks for mentioning my blogfest and all ready for LG's tomorrow.
    Livia rocks - excellent choice.
    Now you know why I do the Ninja News. So many great people to highlight.

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  8. M.J. FifieldJanuary 8, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    I love the idea of news day. And the way its presented here.

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  9. Hart JohnsonJanuary 8, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    Oh, great stuff. I will have to go meet Livia, too. Thanks for sharing so much!

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  10. klahanieJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:06 PM

    Hi Misha,

    Much like your good self, I have been trying to bring further awareness of others, their books, their blogs, their blogfests. I think this is all wonderful what you are doing and clear demonstration of you being an integral part of this great community.

    Now then, unlike you, my site has very little awareness, but I do my best to help others. I shall duly check out the links on here that I'm not familiar with.

    Just to let you know and this is not meant as self-promoting, but I wish you could hopefully spare a moment to check out my most recent posting. I think you will like it :)

    http://klahanie.blogspot.co.uk/2013/01/the-magic-of-written-word.html

    Happy writing to you, Misha.

    Gary

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  11. Suzanne FurnessJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:08 PM

    Liking your ideas, Misha. I will check out a couple of your links here.

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  12. N. R. WilliamsJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:16 PM

    Hi Misha
    Right you are, LOTR.

    Can you create a badge that we could put on our blog to help promote your MFB? And remind this old lady what that stands for. It's one of those things that happen to the ancients. Their minds start to go. At least that's my excuse.
    Nancy

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    1. Misha GerrickJanuary 10, 2013 at 1:18 PM

      Hehehe MFB is for My First Book and I now have two badges: one for News Day and one for The Writing Master Challenge.

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  13. Jennie BennettJanuary 8, 2013 at 7:25 PM

    Love it! It's so exciting to get to know more bloggers and learn about them in one post. Keep it up for sure!

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  14. Murees DupèJanuary 8, 2013 at 8:49 PM

    Thank you for all the information. It is so nice of you to help fellow bloggers out. You rock!

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  15. L. Diane WolfeJanuary 8, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    I met Livia just last month. Thanks for the roundup of 'stuff.'

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  16. Livia PetersonJanuary 8, 2013 at 11:50 PM

    I love this! Awesome! Thanks for the info! :)

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  17. BethJanuary 8, 2013 at 11:51 PM

    Thanks for the info! Especially the link on rejection

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  18. Sassy January 9, 2013 at 1:32 AM

    Great information! Glad I found your blog, I love the way you look out for your fellow writers.

    Madison:-)

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  19. L.G. KeltnerJanuary 9, 2013 at 1:49 AM

    Thanks for mentioning my blogfest! You're awesome!

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  20. shellyJanuary 9, 2013 at 5:38 AM

    News day is good. Like it.

    Hugs and chocolate,
    Shelly

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  21. NasJanuary 9, 2013 at 7:11 AM

    Great information today on News Day, Misha!

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  22. PatsyJanuary 9, 2013 at 11:42 AM

    Thanks for all those links!

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  23. PK HREZOJanuary 9, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    This is great, Misha! Love all the links, especially since I miss so much. :D

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    1. Misha GerrickJanuary 10, 2013 at 2:34 PM

      It's a great way to get updates, which is why I decided to start the feature. :-)

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