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Monday, August 20th, 2007
Changes

I’ve spent the last few months talking with various friends about career plans and aspirations. It’s an interesting conversation to have, because the expectations are really very similar but the paths to get there are very different.

Some have been published for a while and have little or no forward momentum. Of this group, some are willing to continue writing for their existing publisher, while others are setting their sights elsewhere, hoping a more enthusiastic editor will give them the push they need.

Some are taking a break from contracts and working on something totally outside of their usual box, others hope that writing the same thing will eventually build them a larger fan base.

Some are contemplating leaving their agents (seems to be a lot of agent hopping lately, a least among those I’ve spoken with), while others hope their existing agents will feel renewed excitement over a new project.

Then there are those who are happy as long as they’re selling, and others who think that simply buying more of the same isn’t a show of support from their publisher but merely maintenance of the status quo.

The market is shifting again, as we’re all seeing. This brings change filtering down to the authors who create the product. Being proactive is hugely important and having a willingness to embrace change is a must. If you manage to be a step ahead, even better.

I urge my friends to write for editors/houses who make them happy. I’ve contracted with 8 publishing houses and worked with over a dozen editors, and in my experience having an editor who loves your work and a publisher willing to promote that work can make a HUGE difference in author morale, the end quality of the product (the book), and the success of the author’s career.

And I think this applies to every career or aspiration. Enjoying what you do and where you do it can dramatically improve the quality of your life. Respect and appreciation should be your due no matter what you do or who you do it for.

So anyway… this little ramble was basically an admonishment to value YOU and be happy. If you have the steadfast belief that you deserve better, you won’t have any trouble asking for it. Over the last few months I’ve watched a few of my friends make some pretty big (and scary) changes and now I get to watch them bask in the joy of their successes. The cherry on top is their renewed confidence and pride. :grin:

“Believe in your dreams and they may come true; believe in yourself and they will come true” - unknown

Thursday, August 16th, 2007
S.J. Day

S.J. DayI have some fun news to share.

FICTION: SCI-FI/FANTASY
Sylvia Day writing as S.J. Day’s first three books in the MARKED urban fantasy series, about an agnostic woman cursed with the Mark of Cain, which requires her to hunt divine outlaws as penance, a task complicated by contentious Cain and Abel, to Heather Osborn at Tor, by Pamela Harty at The Knight Agency (NA).

I’m very excited about this series and I’m really looking forward to working with the fabulous Heather Osborn. The first three books are planned to release over three consecutive months, so those of you who pick it up won’t have to wait long between installments. I’ll be writing these books under a pseudonym — S.J. Day.

You can find S.J. here:
http://www.sjday.net and http://www.myspace.com/sj_day

I’d appreciate any link-to’s and friend requests, because S.J. is a debut author and she’s got to start from scratch. :grin:

If you have any questions, shout out! I’d be happy to answer them. ((hugs)) I hope y’all have a great weekend!

Wednesday, August 15th, 2007
Hot in here

Ugh. It has been sooooo hot here this week. It’s almost unbearable. Like standing before an open oven door. It’s supposed to be 103 degrees tomorrow and I’m cringing.

I hope wherever you’re at is cooler than here.

Monday, August 13th, 2007
Govorite po Rusky?

PASSION FOR THE GAME just sold to Russia. :)

My fabulous editor, Kate Duffy, joked that now I’ll be able to read it. *g* (I’m really rusty. A decade of non-use has taken its toll. :sad: )

I can’t wait to see the new cover, though!

Sunday, August 12th, 2007
Fast Draft

I’ll be Fast Drafting with Candace Havens over the next two weeks, so posts will be even scarcer than usual. Sorry about that. :( I’m hoping with the kids back in school it’ll be easier to get things done. Wish me luck!

The book signing on Saturday was fun. I sold out within an hour, which was wonderful, but I wish I’d brought extra copies of my books for those who wanted one after the store’s stock ran out. There was a lovely tea and champagne party to go along with the signing, and it was great fun chatting with the other authors there — Brenda Novak, Cheryl Holt, Mary Castillo, Jax Cassidy, and more.

Lora Leigh’s RAW is just a few weeks away now. I’m really looking forward to it!

((hugs))

Wednesday, August 8th, 2007
Laying low

I’m still laying low, trying to get all my ducks in a row and words down on paper. I’ve been staying off loops and boards, which I rarely visit on “normal” days, and now that galleys and ce’s are gone, I’m hoping I can one-track focus on finishing my latest book. Wish me luck!

School’s back in session starting Monday and both kids will have all-day class now. :grin:

Oh… And I have a book signing this weekend, along with a dozen other authors. There will be food, beverages, and lots of fun, so if you’re in the area, please stop by!

» August 11, 2007
New & Recycled Romances
3pm
Toni Bruner, Owner
143 & 145 Broadway
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 645-0529

Tuesday, August 7th, 2007
Trouble

TroubleTROUBLE
by Sasha White

ISBN 9780425217009
Berkley
Available Today!

Samair Jones is bored with her go-nowhere job, and fed up with her two-timing boyfriend. She’s had it up to here with being the pushover. All Samair wants is to let loose, be herself, and live by her own rules.

But it’s only when she meets Valentine Ward, the hot owner of the club Risqué, that the decadent possibilities of answering only to herself become daringly clear. Especially when Valentine is willing to indulge every one of Samair’s fantasies-no strings attached. At least none that Samair can see…

Then she meets Valentine’s ex-wife Vera. She’s powerful, wealthy, jealous and dangerously manipulative. Vera’s about to throw new kink into Samair and Valentine’s games. But this one could be trouble.

ABOUT SASHA WHITE

Sassy women and sexy men are what Canadian author Sasha White’s stories are all about. After fifteen years as a bartender she’s decided the stories in her head needed to be put down for other people to enjoy as well. Gifted with a salacious imagination, Sasha has over a dozen erotic stories published in print or electronically, with many more to come.

REVIEWS

Recommended Read! “Trouble is an awesome story of two people learning to trust and love. Samair and Val are a perfect pair and both characters will have readers panting for more. Ms. White gives the reader everything they want and so much more.”
- Fallen Angel Reviews

“In a market flooded with erotic romance Sasha White easily stands out among the crowd. … Filled with emotion, passion, raw sexuality and wit, I doubt anyone will have any TROUBLE devouring this steamy read.”
- 5 Kisses, Romance Divas

“White’s highly erotic tale is an attention-grabber from page one. The story starts with a scorching encounter between the main characters and keeps the heat level high with a steamy threesome. The heroine’s personality will appeal to the wild side that lurks inside us. All the characters are easy to relate to, and a vicious ex-wife adds plenty of conflict. Other elements keep the tension building, and the plot doesn’t lag anywhere.”
- 4 Stars, Romantic Times Magazine

TROUBLE is rife with hot sex, rich and compelling true-to-life characters and a story that caught and completely held my attention. Sasha has again managed to pull off a sensual, erotic romance with the sexual and emotional tension building and building throughout the story until its resolution brought a most satisfying afterglow.”
- Maura, Joyfully Reviewed

Website: www.sashawhite.net

Read CHAPTER ONE
Read CHAPTER TWO
Read CHAPTER THREE

And… an excerpt Sasha sent me to share with you:



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