 Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter January 1, 2025 HAPPY NEW YEAR'S! Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 156 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: Hell Hath No Fury by Karen Wiesner Genre: Paranormal: Ghost Stories/Halloween Romance ISBN: 978-1-922548-70-2 (ebook); 9798230560500 (print) ASIN: B0DQ419T42 Word Count: 128,857 Nestled on Lake Superior in northern Wisconsin is a small, secluded town called Bloodmoon Cove with volatile weather, suspicious folk...and newly awakened ghosts. Don't close your eyes... Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned... Just out of college, Belladonna Mateo has invested with her two childhood best friends--Ori Williams and Marsh Crichton--in opening a boutique in Madison, Wisconsin that specializes in their combined, unique talents. When her mother dies, suddenly Bella's share of the investment dwindles to nothing, and all their plans seem in jeopardy. That is, until Bella learns she's inherited an old ruin of a house in Bloodmoon Cove. Without the financial means to otherwise go forward with their career plans, the house seems like a boon. While the town is little more than a speck on the map in Erie County, the northern Wisconsin location has some business potential considering there's nothing like what they'll be offering for an hour in any direction. The house is certainly big enough to provide not only the workshop and retail space they require, but also living space for all three of them, including Bella's younger half-brother when he visits. Bella and Marsh travel to Bloodmoon Cove to get things set up, finding only minor renovation is needed despite that the imposing tower was damaged in a lightning storm more than 50 years ago and there may be toxic mold in the attic. Bella and Marsh joke about the house being haunted because of weird disturbances, but Bella can't shake that one ghost in particular is trying desperately to communicate with her. Her great grandfather was an illegal alien who left Cuba to escape a suicidally unhappy girl with just one solace in her life… Book: https://www.writers-exchange.com/hell-hath-no-fury/ Series: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html ~*~ My 2024 accomplishments: -outlined 1 novel -wrote 1 novel -revised and polished 1 novel -completed editor revisions for 3 novels -had 3 novels published -read 304 books ~*~ Just in time for Christmas, I've posted a new article inspired by Dickens’ A Christmas Carol called “Beware Ignorance and Want” on the Alien Romances Blog. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/12/beware-ignorance-and-want-by-karen-s.html On the Alien Romances Blog, I reviewed Dragon Age’s newest book anthology, Tevinter Nights, which coincides with the new videogame Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/12/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-book.html On the Alien Romances Blog I reviewed a new videogame I’ve been waiting to play for a long time, as many of you probably have, too. Check out Dragon Age: The Veilguard here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/11/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-videogame.html From the moment we wake up until we fall asleep, we're continuously judging everything inside, outside, and all around us not only negatively, but also positively and somewhere in-between. Is it possible to simply accept things as they come and go and view them all as experiences that shape us, hopefully for the better? In honor of Thanksgiving on the Alien Romances Blog, I talked about practicing gratitude in an article called "Daily Thanksgiving". Find it here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/11/daily-thanksgiving-by-karen-s-wiesner.html Also, on the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: The Woods at Midwinter by Susanna Clarke https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/12/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-book_0979461738.html The Further Adventures of Ebenezer Scrooge by Charlie Lovett https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/12/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ NEW REVIEWS I received my first review for HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: 5 Stars! “A gripping blend of romance and horror, with an effective balance between the two. The lifelike characters and their very believable circumstances riveted my attention from the beginning. I admire how the characters, setting, and rising tension and supernatural terror are woven together. And I always enjoy a story that reveals the lingering influence of the past on the present. The climactic combat is very effective, and I had almost no trouble following the action (a frequent problem I have with fight scenes). Great story! It effectively stands alone, while doubtless being richer in depth for people who've read all or most of the rest of the series.” ~Margaret L. Carter Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In December, I: -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; uploaded -Practiced art In January, I'll: -Write articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Practice art Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ 2025 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html 
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Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
December 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 156 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW This week on the Alien Romances Blog I review a new videogame I’ve been waiting to play for a long time, as many of you probably have, too. Check out Dragon Age: The Veilguard here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/11/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-videogame.html From the moment we wake up until we fall asleep, we're continuously judging everything inside, outside, and all around us not only negatively, but also positively and somewhere in-between. Is it possible to simply accept things as they come and go and view them all as experiences that shape us, hopefully for the better? In honor of Thanksgiving on the Alien Romances Blog, I talked about practicing gratitude in an article called "Daily Thanksgiving". Find it here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/11/daily-thanksgiving-by-karen-s-wiesner.html Also, on the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: Dragon Teeth by Michael Crichton https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/11/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01543357493.html Micro by Michael Crichton and Richard Preston https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/11/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01070651064.html Next by Michael Crichton https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/11/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html State of Fear by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0555167224.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In October, I: -Finished editor revisions on HELL HATH NO FURY -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; uploaded -Practiced art In December, I'll: -Write articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Practice art Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ 2024 and 2025 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
November 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 156 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I talked "Of Proper Short Story Collection Assemblage" as I reviewed the Rogues Anthology edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/of-proper-short-story-collection.html Also, on the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: Next by Michael Crichton https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/11/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html State of Fear by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0555167224.html Prey by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01882480376.html Timeline by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01265237313.html Sphere by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/10/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html Congo by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0352380770.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ NEW REVIEWS I received a new review for LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9: LOST, Book 8: 4 Stars! “This story starts out with some awesome humor. Afterward, the reader slowly learns about Damaris and Griffin. When she stops along the highway for a much-needed break, things begin to get very spooky. Readers who have read other titles in this series will meet up with some familiar characters. This always makes the story a bit more real to me. I enjoy how the author does that. I am interested to see if these two titles fit together in some way since they are sold together, under one cover." FOUND, Book 9: 4 Stars! “The two main characters will be relatable to many readers. They do not have the best relatives, neither can be considered as good looking, and neither are happy with their lives. As the main characters began to dig for information and firsthand accounts involving a dybbuk, I could not help but become fascinated. (So much so that I Googled the topic and read a few online articles.) Toward the end of this tale, the author inserted a major twist. I never saw it coming! I actually heard myself gasp (no kidding) as things just clicked into place for me. The next title that I pick up by this author will have me begin reading with great consternation. When it comes to a story written by Karen Wiesner, anything can happen. And often does!” ~Huntress Reviews Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In October, I: -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; uploaded -Practiced art -Started editor revisions on HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series In November, I'll: -Finish editor revisions on HELL HATH NO FURY -Write articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Practice art Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ 2024 and 2025 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
October 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 156 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I recently discussed "How Not to Write a Series" in a three part article and "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01069180883.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01393286948.html On the Alien Romances Blog, I talked "Of Proper Short Story Collection Assemblage" as I reviewed the Rogues Anthology edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/of-proper-short-story-collection.html Also, on the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: Congo by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0352380770.html Eaters of the Dead by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_01600619156.html Jurassic Park and The Lost World by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_0885921605.html The Complete Spiderwick Chronicles by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/09/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html The Ice Limit and Beyond the Ice Limit by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_02056378288.html Relic and Reliquary by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ REKINDLED, Book 6: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In September, I: -Revised and did a final read-through polish of BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html; submitted -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; uploaded -Reviewed my last 11 books to be published/reissued to ensure they're in shape for publisher edits In October, I'll: -Write articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Practice art 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
September 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I recently discussed "How Not to Write a Series" in a three part article and "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01069180883.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01393286948.html On the Alien Romances Blog, I talked "Of Proper Short Story Collection Assemblage" as I reviewed the Rogues Anthology edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/of-proper-short-story-collection.html Also, on the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: The Ice Limit and Beyond the Ice Limit by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your_02056378288.html Relic and Reliquary by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/oldies-but-goodies-put-this-one-on-your.html Mina and Blood to Blood: The Dracula Story Continues by Marie Kiraly: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html Murtagh, Book 1: The World of Eragon Series by Christopher Paolini: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01520287357.html The Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Home Before Dark by Riley Sager: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ REKINDLED, Book 6: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In August, I: -Incorporated the critiques I received for BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; uploaded -Practiced art In September, I'll: -Revise and polish BAD BLOOD -Write articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Practice art -Do a final read-through polish of BAD BLOOD Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
August 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I recently discussed "How Not to Write a Series" in a three part article and "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of The Giver Quartet by Lois Lowry Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01069180883.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/how-not-to-write-series-or-put-this-one_01393286948.html On the Alien Romances Blog, I talked "Of Proper Short Story Collection Assemblage" as I reviewed the Rogues Anthology edited by George R. R. Martin and Gardner Dozois. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/of-proper-short-story-collection.html Also, on the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: The Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/08/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Home Before Dark by Riley Sager: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/07/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html The Andromeda Evolution by Daniel H. Wilson, sequel to The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html The Andromeda Strain by Michael Crichton: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_01477426669.html Alex Hunter Adventures by Greig Beck: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/06/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In July, I: -Revised BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series; sent out for critiques; ordered cover art -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; uploaded -Practiced art In August, I'll: -Incorporate any critiques I receive for BAD BLOOD then revise and polish -Write articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Practice art Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
June 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane by Katherine Howe: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/05/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_02091687156.html The Diaries of the Family Dracul by Jeanne Kalogridis: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/05/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_0505483328.html Wendy Ward Series by John Passarella: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/05/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_0177539111.html The Hatching Series by Ezekiel Boone: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/05/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html Leech by Hiron Ennes: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/05/put-this-one-on-your-tbr-list-book.html The Way of the Drow Series by R. A. Salvatore: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/04/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Fantastic Beasts Screenplays by J.K. Rowling: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/04/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_01627275539.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ NEW REVIEWS I received a new review for CROOKED HOUSE, Book 3: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: "Why was Corinne's late husband, Tom, estranged from his family and insistent that she have no contact with them even if they approach her? Why are her memories of her own life before falling in love with him so vague? Why does she receive a ring with his family crest out of the blue, with an invitation to visit their home in Bloodmoon Cove? This novel plunges the reader directly into the realm of the supernatural and one of my favorite tropes, dark family secrets. Shorter than most books in the series, it remains tightly focused on the mystery of the Crooked House, which threatens to enmesh Corinne in the darkness Tom had tried to escape from. Meanwhile, the hero, Rafe, also gets drawn to Bloodmoon Cove, where his family originated. As a ghost-hunter, he has visions, and the story opens with his vision of Corinne and her friend, Ruby, conducting a magical ritual. He feels impelled to travel to the town he has always shunned in order to save Corinne from the paranormal threat overshadowing her. There she gets trapped in another of my favorite motifs, a house that's bigger -- and in this case, more luxurious -- than it looks on the outside. Cryptic warnings and mysterious dangers abound. Why does she feel so drained of energy and volition after visiting the mansion? The psychic link between her and Rafe makes their ‘love at first sight’ attraction plausible. Readers familiar with other volumes in the series will recognize some of the secondary characters, but one doesn't need to have read any other installments to understand this story. Fans of paranormal romance will enjoy this intense supernatural thriller." ~author Margaret L. Carter I received a new review for RETURN TO BLOODMOON MANOR, Book 4: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: 4 Stars! "Although this book is a direct sequel to THE BLOODMOON CURSE, reading that one is not absolutely required for understanding RETURN TO BLOODMOON MANOR. Acquaintance with the earlier novel would help, but the present narrative does supply enough context to appreciate the story. Hannah’s plight immediately draws in the reader’s sympathy. She and her husband, Daniel, suffer from mundane problems many people can relate to, an unplanned pregnancy and a crushing load of debt. In addition, she bears the burden of trauma from years as an employee practically enslaved by the sinister owners of Bloodmoon Manor. When she unexpectedly inherits the house and all its contents, the idea of selling the property to gain financial security becomes an obsession, again one almost anybody could identify with. Of course, the process proves not that simple. The qualms expressed by Daniel, who wants nothing to do with the bequest, create tension between him and Hannah. Suspense builds as they arrive at the house and everything seems to go smoothly, aside from Daniel’s illness, which strikes as soon as they enter the grounds and inexorably worsens. Even without the dire warnings of the locals, we would expect the couple to be trapped in the Gothic mansion and forced to confront the entity striving to lure Hannah into its clutches. Recurring characters from other books in the series appear, but prior knowledge of them isn’t necessary. We become deeply absorbed in Hannah and Daniel’s problems and dangers, rooting for them to survive while the lethal threat grows seemingly inescapable. This novel does an excellent job of developing a secondary character from THE BLOODMOON CURSE, a semi-antagonist in that story, into a sympathetic heroine for whom we wish the happy life she now deserves." ~author Margaret L. Carter Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In May, I: -Wrote the first draft of BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series In June, I'll be: -Doing a final read-through of HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series and submitting it for editor revisions -Writing articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog; upload -Art practice Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
April 31, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: The Way of the Drow Series by R. A. Salvatore: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/04/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Fantastic Beasts Screenplays by J.K. Rowling: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/04/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_01627275539.html The Club Dumas by Arturo Pérez-Reverte: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/04/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_0928789353.html A Stir of Echoes by Richard Matheson: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/04/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html Before I Go to Sleep by S.J. Watson: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/03/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_01271350028.html Ghost Prison by Joseph Delaney: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/03/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_02014625609.html The Host by Stephenie Meyer: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/03/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ NEW REVIEWS I received my first two reviews for LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9: "Wow, I discovered really cool use of supernatural elements in LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1. There were genuinely scary scenes in LOST. I liked the repeated motif of being in a 'place' outside of normal time, treated in different ways. And the presence of Damaris, the heroine in LOST (I cheered when I discovered she also played a role in FOUND!), ties together the two stories. The last few chapters of FOUND are so eerie and sad. Very effective. I sympathized with the characters, whose emotions were very realistic, and I was glad to see the uplifting conclusion that was still a little sad. In each story in this collection, the events unfolded believably in the context of the 'reality' of the setting. They seemed perfectly fitting yet not predictable. I was never quite sure how things would turn out for the protagonists, which allowed for an effective creation of suspense." ~author Margaret L. Carter 5 Stars! “In LOST AND FOUND, we have two Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series novels in one volume, both focusing on books and libraries. In LOST, Book 8, Damaris tried so hard to keep her mom’s bookstore in Grimoire open. If not for her “aunt” Holly’s offer of employment at the Bloodmoon Cove library, Damaris might have been homeless. Making that transfer puts Damaris and her boyfriend in the awkward position of deciding whether to stay together or move on separately. For Griffin, there is no choice. I liked that he was willing to leave everything behind to follow her, as she’s the one thing he can’t live without. When she goes missing, he’s leading the pack to search for her—in probably the last place anyone would expect her to get lost! In FOUND, Book 9, I felt sorry for Wick, who’d been beat up and taunted while growing up, unloved by his parents. His comfort had always been the local library and, for a short time as an adult, food. He’s finally lost the weight he’d put on in his depression. As head librarian, he’s works hard to make the place viable for the small community, but most days he doesn’t see a single person. Renatta was also a character I liked. She’d been morbidly obese for most of her life, with family members who encouraged her to be as unhealthy as they themselves are, both physically and mentally. Finding someone to love her that she can love back, the one special person to share her life, has been a life-long struggle for her. How she finally lost weight was anything but healthy, but it did work—despite how her relatives are constantly trying to drag her back and undo all the good she’s achieved. Wick and Renatta’s romance is both deeply touching and deeply tragic, and it made me want to cry with its devastating joy. “I’ve read all of Ms. Wiesner’s fiction titles to date, and I can heartily recommend that all her books just keep on getting better.” ~Linda's Reviews I received a new review for BOUND SPIRITS, Book 1: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: "One of my favorite fictional tropes reveals secrets from a dark past overshadowing the present, and BOUND SPIRITS has them in abundance. The town of Bloodmoon Cove harbors ghosts and demonic forces, inadvertently released generations ago when the elders of the local Native American tribe opened an interdimensional portal. Ranger John Cotter is haunted by the mystery of his father’s disappearance. His family history includes a grim episode of an ancestor tortured and left to die in a cave that is sometimes there, sometimes not, able to be found only when it “wants” to be. Esme Dumas (a name she has assumed because she doesn’t know her own identity) feels compelled to hide her traumatic past, for a reason that seems vital to her and therefore convincing to the reader. When the full truth comes out, her reaction to learning about her origin comes across as realistically ambivalent. Both John and Esme are portrayed as warmhearted, likable people, and the relationship between them develops believably. The secondary characters are also lifelike and engaging. The reader gets the sense of a fully developed setting that has existed before the story begins and will continue to exist after one reads ‘The End’. I also admire the way the concept of ‘bound spirits’ is used both literally and metaphorically; at the climax, this motif weaves together the separate plot threads. A true cross-genre story, BOUND SPIRITS maintains an effective balance between horror and romance. I found this novel thoroughly satisfying. Recommended." ~author Margaret L. Carter I received a new review for THE BLOODMOON CURSE, Book 2: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: "The author uses familiar Gothic tropes in a modern setting to chilling effect -- a huge, gloomy, sinister house, dark family secrets, a heroine virtually imprisoned and isolated from any source of aid. Even in the depth of her heartbreak, Amberlyn can't help growing attached to the children. Far from a helpless damsel in distress, she tries everything in her power to uncover the truths hidden from her and find a way to escape with her charges. Not until near the end of the story do we learn whether the ominously lurking presence she senses watching her is supernatural or human. The revelation of what's really going on in Bloodmoon Manor won't disappoint the reader's terrified anticipation. Meanwhile, Amberlyn's purely human loss and the shared grief that drove her and her husband apart instead of drawing them together are deeply moving. Scenes from his viewpoint reveal his anguished love for her, reassuring the reader that we needn't completely despair about the saving of their marriage. This novel can be read independently of any others in the Bloodmoon Cove Spirits series; no prior knowledge of the setting is needed." ~author Margaret L. Carter Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ I received a new review for HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrims Series: 5 Stars! “Riley, much younger than her husband Blaze, is an ambitious woman who’s used to getting what she wants. She’s worked hard to advance her career as a flight attendant--now situated in Minnesota--sometimes to the detriment of her marriage to a cop who still lives in their small hometown of Peaceful, Wisconsin. When she finds out that someone she’d befriended in the Human Resources Department of the airline she works for has fudged her resume in order to advance her over more qualified attendants, everything changes. Though initially Riley comes off as a bit spoiled, she does a lot of growing up in this story. I love that Blaze is her solid rock from start to finish, though he’s by no means a wimp. These two go head-to-head often, but it’s part of their magic. This is a swoon-worthy romance for the modern couple.” ~Linda's Reviews Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In April, I: -Revised HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series -Wrote reviews for Alien Romances Blog -Practiced art In May and June, I'll be: -Writing the first draft of BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
March 1, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: Before I Go to Sleep by S.J. Watson: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/03/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_01271350028.html Ghost Prison by Joseph Delaney: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/03/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put_02014625609.html The Host by Stephenie Meyer: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/03/karen-s-wiesner-oldies-but-goodies-put.html The Maze Runner Series by James Dashner: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/03/karen-s-wiesner-hit-list-young-adult_0461009072.html Twilight Saga by Stephenie Meyer: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/03/karen-s-wiesner-hit-list-young-adult.html Divergent by Veronica Roth: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/02/karen-s-wiesner-hit-list-young-adult_0507524339.html The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, including the prequel The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/02/karen-s-wiesner-hit-list-young-adult.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES, Book 3: 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection (previously titled WRITING THE FICTION SERIES) reissue and the Bonus Companion Booklet for WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES Writing Reference/Nonfiction Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ NEW REVIEWS I received my first review for LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9: "Wow, I discovered really cool use of supernatural elements in LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1. There were genuinely scary scenes in LOST. I liked the repeated motif of being in a 'place' outside of normal time, treated in different ways. And the presence of Damaris, the heroine in LOST (I cheered when I discovered she also played a role in FOUND!), ties together the two stories. The last few chapters of FOUND are so eerie and sad. Very effective. I sympathized with the characters, whose emotions were very realistic, and I was glad to see the uplifting conclusion that was still a little sad. In each story in this collection, the events unfolded believably in the context of the 'reality' of the setting. They seemed perfectly fitting yet not predictable. I was never quite sure how things would turn out for the protagonists, which allowed for an effective creation of suspense." ~author Margaret L. Carter I received a new review for BOUND SPIRITS, Book 1: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: "One of my favorite fictional tropes reveals secrets from a dark past overshadowing the present, and BOUND SPIRITS has them in abundance. The town of Bloodmoon Cove harbors ghosts and demonic forces, inadvertently released generations ago when the elders of the local Native American tribe opened an interdimensional portal. Ranger John Cotter is haunted by the mystery of his father’s disappearance. His family history includes a grim episode of an ancestor tortured and left to die in a cave that is sometimes there, sometimes not, able to be found only when it “wants” to be. Esme Dumas (a name she has assumed because she doesn’t know her own identity) feels compelled to hide her traumatic past, for a reason that seems vital to her and therefore convincing to the reader. When the full truth comes out, her reaction to learning about her origin comes across as realistically ambivalent. Both John and Esme are portrayed as warmhearted, likable people, and the relationship between them develops believably. The secondary characters are also lifelike and engaging. The reader gets the sense of a fully developed setting that has existed before the story begins and will continue to exist after one reads ‘The End’. I also admire the way the concept of ‘bound spirits’ is used both literally and metaphorically; at the climax, this motif weaves together the separate plot threads. A true cross-genre story, BOUND SPIRITS maintains an effective balance between horror and romance. I found this novel thoroughly satisfying. Recommended." ~author Margaret L. Carter Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In March, I: -Incorporated critiques into HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series -Outlined BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series In April-May: I'll be: -Revising HELL HATH NO FURY -Writing the first draft of BAD BLOOD Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
February 29, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2025. WHAT'S NEW "Combating Big Book Overwhelm with Audiobooks" along with a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of To Sleep in a Sea of Stars, A Fractalverse Novel by Christopher Paolini: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/01/karen-s-wiesner-combating-big-book.html "The Conundrum of Spoilers" or {Put This One on Your TBR List} Book Review: Last to Leave the Room by Caitlin Starling https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/01/karen-s-wiesner-conundrum-of-spoilers.html On the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: Divergent by Veronica Roth: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/02/karen-s-wiesner-hit-list-young-adult_0507524339.html The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, including the prequel The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/02/karen-s-wiesner-hit-list-young-adult.html Fractal Noise, A Fractalverse Novel by Christopher Paolini https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/02/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01564633126.html "Unity", An Interactive Fractalverse Story by Christopher Paolini https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/02/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Heart’s Blood by Juliet Marillier: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/01/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0103362056.html The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/01/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html The Travelling Bag and Other Ghostly Stories and Farthing House and Other Stories by Susan Hill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/12/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0477925404.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9 Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html NEW REVIEWS I received a new review for HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrims Series: 4 Stars! “Come to the small town of Peaceful, Wisconsin. This is where some of the most big-hearted people live, love, and help each other out. I have no doubt that many ladies in the real world have had their own version of an "Alexander" in their lives. However, I do not believe most of them were as mean as Riley's Alexander--assistant to the Chief Human Resources Officer at Trouvaille Commercial Airlines, [who] never believed Riley was not interested in having a romantic relationship with him, even though Riley told him every time they met for coffee or meetings that she was not interested in him that way. But now Alexander is a believer, and he has informed Riley that he has done some shady things to help her advance in her career. Alexander goes on to explain that he was going to pin all of it on Riley, making himself seem the victim, and ruin her career forever. Watching Riley, Blaze, and their kin as they deal with all the problems that come their way kept my attention throughout the story, just as watching Riley and Blaze spend some wonderful time together did. If you have not read any of the previous titles, I assure you that each story stands alone. However, it is nice to see the previous main characters of stories have parts as secondary characters in others. It makes me feel as though I actually know these people. Karen Wiesner weaves all their lives together to create a warm and friendly town with some amazing locals in it. I can hardly wait to read more about Peaceful, Wisconsin.” ~Huntress Reviews Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In February, I: -Completed a final read-through of EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrims Series; corrections; submitted for editor revisions https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html -Practiced art -Wrote articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog -Incorporated critiques into HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html In March-May, I'll be: -Working on research, background and timeline for BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series including: Part 1: THE ANCIENT ONE Part 2: ELDRITCH JUSTICE -Outlining Parts 1 and 2 of BAD BLOOD https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
February 3, 2024 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting sometime in 2024. WHAT'S NEW "Combating Big Book Overwhelm with Audiobooks" along with a new "Put This One on Your TBR List" review of To Sleep in a Sea of Stars, A Fractalverse Novel by Christopher Paolini: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/01/karen-s-wiesner-combating-big-book.html "The Conundrum of Spoilers" or {Put This One on Your TBR List} Book Review: Last to Leave the Room by Caitlin Starling https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/01/karen-s-wiesner-conundrum-of-spoilers.html On the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: Heart’s Blood by Juliet Marillier: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/01/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0103362056.html The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2024/01/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html The Travelling Bag and Other Ghostly Stories and Farthing House and Other Stories by Susan Hill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/12/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0477925404.html The Woman in Black and Printer's Devil Court by Susan Hill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/12/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01492997028.html The Small Hand and Dolly by Susan Hill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/12/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0601059243.html The Man in the Picture and The Mist in the Mirror by Susan Hill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/12/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html The Ladies of Grace Adieu and Other Stories by Susanna Clarke: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/11/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_02046837301.html The Harrowing by Alexandra Sokoloff: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/11/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0368634701.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor UPDATED! BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In January, I: -Revised HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series and submitted to critique partners https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Wrote 15 articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog -Practiced art In February, I'll be: -Doing a final read-through of EXILED HEARTS; corrections; submitted for editor revisions https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html -Working on research, background and timeline, preliminary outlining for BAD BLOOD, Book 11: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series including Part 1: THE ANCIENT ONE Part 2: ELDRITCH JUSTICE -Practicing art 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
December 30, 2023 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW My 2023 accomplishments: -outlined 2 novels (same as 2022) -wrote 2 novels (in 2022, I wrote 3 novels and 1 writing reference) -revised and polished 3 novels (in 2022, I revised and polished 2 novels and 1 writing reference) -completed editor revisions for 3 novels (in 2022, I did editor revisions for 2 novels and 4 writing reference reissues) -had 3 novels published (in 2022, I had 2 novels and 4 writing reference reissues published) -read 266 books (in 2022, I read 142 books so quite a bit of progress there!) ~*~ In an article called “The Practice of Benevolence {A Reflection on Dickens’ A Christmas Carol}", I reflected on the lesson that the spirit of benevolence and goodwill toward our fellow human beings throughout the year is in the eternal need for compassion, kindness, and mercy to all, as well as the transformative power of change coming from within. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/12/the-practice-of-benevolence-reflection.html On the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: The Travelling Bag and Other Ghostly Stories and Farthing House and Other Stories by Susan Hill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/12/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0477925404.html The Woman in Black and Printer's Devil Court by Susan Hill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/12/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01492997028.html The Small Hand and Dolly by Susan Hill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/12/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0601059243.html The Man in the Picture and The Mist in the Mirror by Susan Hill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/12/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html The Ladies of Grace Adieu and Other Stories by Susanna Clarke: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/11/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_02046837301.html The Harrowing by Alexandra Sokoloff: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/11/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0368634701.html Dune by Frank Herbert: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/11/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0279274080.html The Ruins by Scott Smith: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/11/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Cast a Cold Eye by Alan Ryan: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/10/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01750448870.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html NEW REVIEWS I received my first review for HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrims Series: "The hero and heroine of this novel face a genuine problem with no facile, obvious solution. I could hardly wait to find out how they would resolve the conflict between their needs and wishes. They’re both well-developed characters with whom it’s easy to sympathize. The external conflict incited by a malicious co-worker meshes effectively with Blaze and Riley’s marital difficulties. The small-town setting and the cast of engaging secondary characters enrich the story. The reader gets a clear impression of a self-contained world that has been going on since before the novel starts and will continue after it ends, yet HEARTS ABLAZE stands perfectly fine on its own with no need to have read other books in the series. The conclusion struck me as entirely satisfactory even though realistically imperfect. Riley may not get what she wanted at first, but both she and Blaze learn and grow through the experience." ~award-winning author Margaret L. Carter Find out more: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor UPDATED! BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In December, I: -Wrote an article/review for Alien Romances Blog -Practiced art -Incorporated the critique of EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrims Series, made corrections, revised and polished, and printed https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html In January, I'll be: -Revising HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series and submitting to critique partners https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Doing a final read-through of EXILED HEARTS; corrections; submitted for editor revisions -Writing articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog -Practicing art 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter
November 30, 2023 Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW Just in time for Christmas, a brand new release that takes place over the holidays! HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrim Series by Karen Wiesner Women's Fiction Available now in paperback and electronic formats Riley is an ultra-modern woman. She wants a successful career, her own life, and love that sets her heart ablaze. In short, she wants everything. Blaze is old-fashioned, believing marriage means a husband and wife live together, sleep together every night, and eventually raise a family together--and those kids don't spend most of their hours in daycare. There's simply no compromise in the world that could make this thing work. Find out more about this series: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/a-peaceful-pilgrim-novel-series/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08MQLC4XN?binding=kindle_edition&ref=dbs_m_mng_rwt_sft_tkin_tpbk On the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: The Ladies of Grace Adieu and Other Stories by Susanna Clarke: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/11/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_02046837301.html The Harrowing by Alexandra Sokoloff: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/11/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0368634701.html Dune by Frank Herbert: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/11/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0279274080.html The Ruins by Scott Smith: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/11/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Cast a Cold Eye by Alan Ryan: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/10/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01750448870.html Malorie (sequel to Bird Box) by Josh Malerman: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/10/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01029224221.html Piranesi by Susanna Clarke: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/10/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0415966123.html Wildwood by Colin Meloy; illustrated by Carson Ellis: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/10/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Beneath the Shadows by Sara Foster https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0219536430.html The Ritual by Adam Nevill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0643725852.html Rooks and Ruin Trilogy by Melissa Caruso: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01123110845.html Bird Box by Josh Malerman: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/book-review-jonathan-strange-mr-norrell.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html REKINDLED, Book 6: Peaceful Pilgrim Series Women's Fiction Coming soon in paperback and electronic formats https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor UPDATED! BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In November, I: -Revised EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrims Series (2024) and submitted to a critique partner https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html -Wrote an article and reviews for Alien Romances Blog -Practiced art -Finished editor revisions for HEARTS ABLAZE, Book 4: Peaceful Pilgrims Series In December, I'll be: -Incorporating the critique of EXILED HEARTS, making corrections, revising and polishing, and printing for a final read-through before submitting for editor revisions -Writing articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog -Practicing art 2023 and NEW! 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html NOVEMBER 2023 EDITION
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: Cast a Cold Eye by Alan Ryan: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/10/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01750448870.html Malorie (sequel to Bird Box) by Josh Malerman: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/10/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01029224221.html Piranesi by Susanna Clarke: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/10/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0415966123.html Wildwood by Colin Meloy; illustrated by Carson Ellis: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/10/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Beneath the Shadows by Sara Foster https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0219536430.html The Ritual by Adam Nevill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0643725852.html Rooks and Ruin Trilogy by Melissa Caruso: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01123110845.html Bird Box by Josh Malerman: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/book-review-jonathan-strange-mr-norrell.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection, Book 3: WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES (formerly titled WRITING THE FICTION SERIES) reissue and the Bonus Companion Booklet Karen S. Wiesner Writing Reference/Nonfiction Coming in 2023 https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html NEW REVIEWS I received 2 new reviews for BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series: 5 Stars! "To say that I enjoyed this eerie story would be a huge understatement. Wiesner managed to send a chill up my spine not once, but twice. That does not happen often. It is testament to how potent the poison is on the tip of her pen. Hey, Writers Exchange, publish this series faster!" ~Detra Fitch for Huntress Reviews 5 Stars! “BONE OF MY BONE is the 7th book in Karen Wiesner’s Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series. What a spooky novel. I just loved it! My heart went out to the little girl who eventually named herself Ice. I could see Bennet’s love for her even from the start. This story had me fretting from moment to moment about what would happen. I can hardly wait to read the next in the series!” ~Linda's Reviews https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series/ AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor NEW! BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In September and October, I: -Wrote HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series (2024) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Wrote reviews for Alien Romances Blog -Practiced art In November, I'll be: -Revising EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrims Series (2024); submitting to critique partner https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html -Writing articles/reviews for Alien Romances Blog -Practicing art 2023 and NEW! 2024 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html OCTOBER 2023 EDITION
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a 130 awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW This month, I'm launching this new, streamlined edition of my monthly newsletter since Facebook AI's decided to reject my newsletter last month for some infraction that no living person would understand (not that the AI probably did either). On the Alien Romances Blog, I'm reviewing books I love. Here are the latest: Beneath the Shadows by Sara Foster https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0219536430.html The Ritual by Adam Nevill: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_0643725852.html Rooks and Ruin Trilogy by Melissa Caruso: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your_01123110845.html Bird Box by Josh Malerman: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/karen-s-wiesner-put-this-one-on-your.html Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell by Susanna Clarke: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/09/book-review-jonathan-strange-mr-norrell.html NEWEST & UPCOMING RELEASES BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection, Book 3: WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES (formerly titled WRITING THE FICTION SERIES) reissue and the Bonus Companion Booklet Karen S. Wiesner Writing Reference/Nonfiction Coming in 2023 https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html AUTHOR PAGES Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor NEW! BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner WORKS IN PROGRESS MOMENTS http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In September and October, I'll be: -Writing HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series (2024) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html SEPTEMBER 2023 EDITION
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a hundred and thirty awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romances Blog, I posted "Stop and Smell the Roses", a memorial for a dear friend who passed away recently, including some of my colored pencil flower artwork. You can see it here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/08/stop-and-smell-roses-by-karen-wiesner.html In a two-part article called "Pros and Cons of Taking Break from Writing" on the Alien Romances Blog, I evaluated aging, progress, and momentum as well as talked about the indisputable value breaks provide one in their particular discipline along with the damage protracted absences from said discipline can also do. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/08/pros-and-cons-of-taking-break-from.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/08/pros-and-cons-of-taking-break-from_0529933682.html In celebration of all things Medieval, I've posted a simplified black and white sketch I did in 2022 of the painting The Accolade by Edmund Blair Leighton (1901). Go to Alien Romances Blog to see my rendition of it here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/08/medieval-art-celebration-by-karen.html Note: If you click on the sketch, you can see a larger version of it. To see renditions of the original painting, visit https://www.bing.com/shop?q=the+accolade+by+edmund+blair+the+accolade+by+edmund+blair&FORM=SHOPPA&originIGUID=AE1D528EA0E24E15A835D91B7A769B38 In a new feature for my Friday columns on the Alien Romances Blog that I’m calling “Put This One on Your TBR List”, I’m reviewing books I love that other readers might not know about and should be told! Here's what I have so far: The Martian, Artemis, and Project Hail Mary, science fiction novels, by Andy Weir: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/07/book-reviews-martian-artemis-and.html The Death of Jane Lawrence, Gothic romantic horror, by Caitlin Starling: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/07/book-review-death-of-jane-lawrence-by.html The Expanse Series, a science fiction space opera saga, by S. A. Corey: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/07/book-review-expanse-series-by-james-s.html The Dark Elf Trilogy, a fantasy series by R.A. Salvatore: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/07/book-review-dark-elf-trilogy-by-ra.html The Mrs. Quent Trilogy, a Victorian retro-modernist, romantic historical gothic mystery series with fantastical elements by Galen Beckett: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/book-review-mrs-quent-trilogy-by-galen.html The Luminous Dead, a sci-fi horror novel by Caitlin Starling: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/karen-wiesner-book-review-luminous-dead.html Visit me online here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ In “Read What You Love”, I talked about what conditions, if any, cultivate or discourage a love of the written word along with the importance of reading what you love, regardless of your age, the genre or content appropriateness, your gender, or what's considered your "level". In the last two segments, I reviewed Brandon Mull's Young Adult fantasy series Fablehaven and its sequel Dragonwatch as well as Joseph Delaney's Spooksworld, a Young Adult fantasy multi-series. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/read-what-you-love-part-1-by-karen-s.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/read-what-you-love-part-2-by-karen-s.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/read-what-you-love-part-3-by-karen-s.html In “Reflections of Life", I looked back over the course of my life as an author who's looking forward to becoming an artist in retirement. I've learned to slow down and reflect on the past, savor the present, and look forward to the future. Interspersed through these ruminations each Friday, I included some of my own sketches. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/reflections-of-life-part-1-by-karen-s.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-2-by-karen-s.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-3-by-karen-s.html Part 4: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-4-by-karen.html Part 5: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-5-by-karen-s.html In "Details of Life", I discussed changing your perspective from the negative to positive when writing an obituary for yourself or for a loved one who's still alive on the Alien Romances Blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/details-of-life-by-karen-s-wiesner.html In "Taking the Bucket Out of the Bucket List", I discussed the wisdom and benefits of, and strategies for, drawing up a personal bucket list as early as possible--long before the curtain of a life is drawn. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/03/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-1.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-2.html NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Available now in electronic and paperback https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection, Book 3: WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES (formerly titled WRITING THE FICTION SERIES) reissue Karen S. Wiesner Writing Reference/Nonfiction Coming 2023 in paperback and electronic formats Bonus Companion Booklet for WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES Karen S. Wiesner Writing Reference/Nonfiction Coming 2023 in paperback and electronic formats MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor NEW! BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/authors/karen-wiesner-1641e378-eb8c-420d-8373-93762208eae7 WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In August, I: -Wrote a piece with artwork for my Alien Romances Blog Friday column -Did a final read-through and polish of LOST AND FOUND, Books 8 and 9: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series (2 novels in one collection); uploaded for publisher edits https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Practiced art In September and October, I'll be: -Writing HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series (2024) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! Karen AUGUST 2023 CATCHUP
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a hundred and thirty awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW In a new feature for my Friday columns on the Alien Romances Blog that I’m calling “Put This One on Your TBR List”, I’m reviewing books I love that other readers might not know about and should be told! Here's what I have so far: The Martian, Artemis, and Project Hail Mary, science fiction novels, by Andy Weir: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/07/book-reviews-martian-artemis-and.html The Death of Jane Lawrence, Gothic romantic horror, by Caitlin Starling: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/07/book-review-death-of-jane-lawrence-by.html The Expanse Series, a science fiction space opera saga, by S. A. Corey: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/07/book-review-expanse-series-by-james-s.html The Dark Elf Trilogy, a fantasy series by R.A. Salvatore: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/07/book-review-dark-elf-trilogy-by-ra.html The Mrs. Quent Trilogy, a Victorian retro-modernist, romantic historical gothic mystery series with fantastical elements by Galen Beckett: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/book-review-mrs-quent-trilogy-by-galen.html The Luminous Dead, a sci-fi horror novel by Caitlin Starling: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/karen-wiesner-book-review-luminous-dead.html Visit me online here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ In “Read What You Love”, I talked about what conditions, if any, cultivate or discourage a love of the written word along with the importance of reading what you love, regardless of your age, the genre or content appropriateness, your gender, or what's considered your "level". In the last two segments, I reviewed Brandon Mull's Young Adult fantasy series Fablehaven and its sequel Dragonwatch as well as Joseph Delaney's Spooksworld, a Young Adult fantasy multi-series. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/read-what-you-love-part-1-by-karen-s.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/read-what-you-love-part-2-by-karen-s.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/read-what-you-love-part-3-by-karen-s.html In “Reflections of Life", I looked back over the course of my life as an author who's looking forward to becoming an artist in retirement. I've learned to slow down and reflect on the past, savor the present, and look forward to the future. Interspersed through these ruminations each Friday, I included some of my own sketches. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/reflections-of-life-part-1-by-karen-s.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-2-by-karen-s.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-3-by-karen-s.html Part 4: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-4-by-karen.html Part 5: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-5-by-karen-s.html In "Details of Life", I discussed changing your perspective from the negative to positive when writing an obituary for yourself or for a loved one who's still alive on the Alien Romances Blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/details-of-life-by-karen-s-wiesner.html In "Taking the Bucket Out of the Bucket List", I discussed the wisdom and benefits of, and strategies for, drawing up a personal bucket list as early as possible--long before the curtain of a life is drawn. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/03/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-1.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-2.html NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats; also available individually http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 1 (previously titled FIRST DRAFT IN 30 DAYS) and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming 2023 in electronic and paperback https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In July, I: -Wrote EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrims Series (2024) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html -Wrote articles/reviews for my Alien Romances Blog Friday column In August, I'll be: -Writing articles/reviews for my Alien Romances Blog Friday column -Doing a final read-through of LOST AND FOUND, Books 8 and 9: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series (2 novels in one collection) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Practicing art 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! Karen JULY 2023 CATCHUP
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a hundred and thirty awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW In a new feature for my Friday columns on the Alien Romances Blog that I’m calling “Put This One on Your TBR List”, I’m reviewing books I love that other readers might not know about and should be told! Here's what I have so far: New! The Mrs. Quent Trilogy, a Victorian retro-modernist, romantic historical gothic mystery series with fantastical elements by Galen Beckett: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/book-review-mrs-quent-trilogy-by-galen.html The Luminous Dead, a sci-fi horror novel by Caitlin Starling: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/karen-wiesner-book-review-luminous-dead.html Visit me online here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ In “Read What You Love”, I talked about what conditions, if any, cultivate or discourage a love of the written word along with the importance of reading what you love, regardless of your age, the genre or content appropriateness, your gender, or what's considered your "level". In the last two segments, I reviewed Brandon Mull's Young Adult fantasy series Fablehaven and its sequel Dragonwatch as well as Joseph Delaney's Spooksworld, a Young Adult fantasy multi-series. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/read-what-you-love-part-1-by-karen-s.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/read-what-you-love-part-2-by-karen-s.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/read-what-you-love-part-3-by-karen-s.html In “Reflections of Life", I looked back over the course of my life as an author who's looking forward to becoming an artist in retirement. I've learned to slow down and reflect on the past, savor the present, and look forward to the future. Interspersed through these ruminations each Friday, I included some of my own sketches. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/reflections-of-life-part-1-by-karen-s.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-2-by-karen-s.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-3-by-karen-s.html Part 4: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-4-by-karen.html Part 5: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-5-by-karen-s.html In "Details of Life", I discussed changing your perspective from the negative to positive when writing an obituary for yourself or for a loved one who's still alive on the Alien Romances Blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/details-of-life-by-karen-s-wiesner.html In "Taking the Bucket Out of the Bucket List", I discussed the wisdom and benefits of, and strategies for, drawing up a personal bucket list as early as possible--long before the curtain of a life is drawn. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/03/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-1.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-2.html NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats; also available individually http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 1 (previously titled FIRST DRAFT IN 30 DAYS) and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming 2023 in electronic and paperback https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html NEW REVIEWS I received a new review for Find out more about Adventures in Amethyst Series here: https://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series.html MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In June, I: -Incorporated critiques of MIND GAMES, Book 11 and DARK APPROACH, Book 12: Incognito Series; finalized and submitted for reissue https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/incognito-series.html -Wrote review articles for Alien Romances Blog https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/ -Practiced art In July, I'll be: -Writing EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrims Series (2024) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html -Doing a final read-through of LOST AND FOUND, Books 8 and 9: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series (2 novels in one collection) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Practicing art 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! Karen JUNE 2023 CATCHUP
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a hundred and thirty awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW In a new three-part article on the Alien Romances Blog called “Read What You Love”, I talk about what conditions, if any, cultivate or discourage a love of the written word as well as about the importance of reading what you love, regardless of your age, the genre or content appropriateness, your gender, or what's considered your "level". In the last two segments, I'll also review two of my favorite Young Adult book series that any fan of the supernatural should love as I much as I do. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/06/read-what-you-love-part-1-by-karen-s.html Visit me online here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ In “Reflections of Life", I looked back over the course of my life as an author who's looking forward to becoming an artist in retirement. I've learned to slow down and reflect on the past, savor the present, and look forward to the future. Interspersed through these ruminations each Friday, I included some of my own sketches. I encourage everyone, not just those interested in writing (or aliens!), to read this. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/reflections-of-life-part-1-by-karen-s.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-2-by-karen-s.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-3-by-karen-s.html Part 4: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-4-by-karen.html Part 5: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/05/reflections-of-life-part-5-by-karen-s.html In "Details of Life", I discussed changing your perspective from the negative to the positive when writing an obituary for yourself or for a loved one who's still alive on the Alien Romances Blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/details-of-life-by-karen-s-wiesner.html In the previous two-part article, "Taking the Bucket Out of the Bucket List", I discuss the wisdom and benefits of, and strategies for, drawing up a personal bucket list as early as possible--long before the curtain of a life is drawn, you can find it here: Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/03/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-1.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-2.html NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats; also available individually http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 1 (previously titled FIRST DRAFT IN 30 DAYS) and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming 2023 in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner.html MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In May, I: -Researched/outlined HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series (2024) and commissioned new cover design https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Wrote articles for Alien Romances Blog https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/ -Completed a final polish and read through of LOST AND FOUND including LOST, Book 8 and FOUND, Book 9: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html In June, I'll be: -Incorporating the critique of MIND GAMES, Book 11: Incognito Series; finalizing and submitting for reissue https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/incognito-series.html -Writing more articles for Alien Romances Blog https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/ -Practicing art 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! Karen MAY 2023 CATCHUP
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a hundred and thirty awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW On the Alien Romance’s Blog, I’m doing a new, 5-part article called “Reflections of Life”. In looking back over the course of my life as an author who's looking forward to becoming an artist in retirement, I've learned to slow down and reflect on the past, savor the present, and look forward to the future. Interspersed through these ruminations each Friday, I'll include some of my own most apropos sketches. I encourage everyone, not just those interested in writing (or aliens!), to read this. Check out Part 1 here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/reflections-of-life-part-1-by-karen-s.html Visit me online here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ In "Details of Life", I discuss changing your perspective from the negative to the positive when writing an obituary for yourself or for a loved one who's still alive on the Alien Romances Blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/details-of-life-by-karen-s-wiesner.html In case you missed the previous two-part article, "Taking the Bucket Out of the Bucket List", where I discuss the wisdom and benefits of, and strategies for, drawing up a personal bucket list as early as possible--long before the curtain of a life is drawn, you can find it here: Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/03/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-1.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/04/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-2.html NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats; also available individually http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 1 (previously titled FIRST DRAFT IN 30 DAYS) and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming 2023 in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner.html MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In April, I: -Wrote the article "Details of Life" and a five-part article "Reflections of Life" for Alien Romances Blog -Incorporated critique into HYPNOTIZED, Book 10: Incognito Series reissue; submitted to publisher https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/incognito-series.html -Wrote additional scene for LOST and incorporated critiques into LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST and FOUND, Books 8 and 9 (2023); printed in preparation for doing a final polish and read through https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Practiced art In May, I'll be: -Researching/outlining HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series (2024) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Doing a final polish and read through of LOST AND FOUND -Practicing art 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! Karen APRIL 2023 CATCHUP
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a hundred and thirty awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW In a new, two part article on the Alien Romances Blog titled "Taking the Bucket Out of the Bucket List", I discuss the wisdom and benefits of, and strategies for, drawing up a personal bucket list as early as possible--long before the curtain of a life is drawn. I encourage everyone, not just those interested in writing (or aliens!), to read this. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/03/taking-bucket-out-of-bucket-list-part-1.html Part 2: coming April 7, 2023 Visit me online here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor https://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ In three articles spread out over three weeks on the Alien Romances Blog I talked about three-dimensional fiction writing. Check out all three posts here: Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/03/karen-s-wiesner-three-dimensional.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/03/karen-s-wiesner-three-dimensional_01961630414.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/03/karen-s-wiesner-three-dimensional_01404340596.html Find out more about my writing reference THREE-DIMENSIONAL FICTION WRITING and the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats; also available individually http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 1 (previously titled FIRST DRAFT IN 30 DAYS) and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming 2023 in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner.html MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In March, I: -Practiced art -Revised LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST and FOUND, Books 8 and 9 (2023); sent out for critiques https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Wrote, revised, and uploaded the article "Taking the Bucket Out of the Bucket List" for the Alien Romances Blog In April, I'll be: -Incorporating critique into HYPNOTIZED, Book 10: Incognito Series reissue; submitted to publisher https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/incognito-series.html -Researching/outlining HELL HATH NO FURY, Book 10: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series (2024) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! Karen MARCH 2023 CATCHUP
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a hundred and thirty awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW Whether you’ve been pondering starting your own or you’ve finished a first book and don’t want to let go, there are a lot of things to work out when writing a fiction series. How to begin? Check out my new, two-part article, "I Want to Write a Series. Now What?" on the Alien Romances Blog. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/02/karen-s-wiesner-i-want-to-write-series.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/02/karen-s-wiesner-i-want-to-write-series_0303942015.html Find out more about WRITING THE STANDALONE SERIES and the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html Check out my previous three-article series titled "The Ins and Outs of Outlining", based on the newly reissued FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, Volume 1 of the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection, on the Alien Romances Blog: Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/02/karen-s-wiesner-ins-and-outs-of_0129641372.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/02/karen-s-wiesner-ins-and-outs-of.html Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/01/karen-s-wiesner-ins-and-outs-of.html Find out more about FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE and the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats; also available individually http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 1 (previously titled FIRST DRAFT IN 30 DAYS) and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming 2023 in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner.html MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In February, I: -Researched/outlined EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrim Series (2024) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html In March, I'll be: -Revising LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST and FOUND, Books 8 and 9 (2023); sending out for critique https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html Practicing art 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! Karen FEBRUARY 2023 CATCHUP
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a hundred and thirty awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW Check out the first in my new, three-article series titled "The Ins and Outs of Outlining, Part 1", based on the newly reissued FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, Volume 1 of the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection, on the Alien Romances Blog: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/01/karen-s-wiesner-ins-and-outs-of.html Find out more about FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE and the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/writing-reference-titles.html Previous article series: "The Four Myths Your Muse Desperately Wants You to Believe": Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2022/12/karen-s-wiesner-four-myths-your-muse.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/01/karen-s-wiesner-four-myths-your-muse.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/01/karen-s-wiesner-four-myths-your-muse_0756532329.html Part 4: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2023/01/karen-s-wiesner-four-myths-your-muse_0718158920.html NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats; also available individually http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 1 (previously titled FIRST DRAFT IN 30 DAYS) and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming 2023 in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner.html NEW REVIEWS I received a new review for NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11: Adventures in Amethyst Series (in Adventures in Amethyst Trio of Holiday Romances): 4 Stars! "In NEVER A BRIDE, Charlize coming back into his life was the best thing to ever happen to Ben. (And for Charlize.) I enjoyed this story very much. Just a hint of danger kept things interesting. I kept reading long past my bedtime to see what would happen next." ~Huntress Reviews I received a new review for UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12: Adventures in Amethyst Series (in Adventures in Amethyst Trio of Holiday Romances): “Layla and Adam both rush back to Amethyst, determined to break up the new love interests their former girlfriend/boyfriend have. Instead, the author, in her devious way, pushes Layla and Adam together by making the weather extremely wintery and ensuring that there is only one cabin for rent in the area, so they must share it. The pair do a lot of talking, comparing, and soul searching. I enjoyed watching them bond, realize and accept their faults, and commit to some changes. Worth your time and money.” ~Huntress Reviews I received a new review for SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13: Adventures in Amethyst Series (in Adventures in Amethyst Trio of Holiday Romances): 5 Stars! “Of the three stories in the Adventures in Amethyst Trio of Holiday Romances collection, SHOTGUN WEDDING is my favorite. The author manages to convey what each character is going through. The emotions really hit home to me. Many readers will feel an instant connection to Eden since she deals with battling her weight and low self-esteem. All of us have felt that way at some time or another in our lives. The author even shows how the actions of adults can affect the children. This is a wonderful tale of love, uncertainty, remorse, and people striving to do better. Fantastic!” ~Huntress Reviews I received a new review for ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES: “I read the Adventures in Amethyst Trio of Holiday Romances collection--including NEVER A BRIDE (Book 11), UNLUCKY IN LOVE (Book 12), and SHOTGUN WEDDING (Book 13)--back-to-back since these books are interconnected. While each story stands alone, readers don’t have to read them all to fully enjoy. However, if you read all three, I believe you’ll feel more satisfied. There is very little from this author that I haven’t fully enjoyed. Karen Wiesner is a terrific storyteller who’s able to show the reader all the inner turmoil her main characters experience.” ~Huntress Reviews Find out more about Adventures in Amethyst Series here: https://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series.html MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In January, I: -Drew and painted -Incorporated critique into DANCE IN SHADOWS, Incognito Series, Book 9 reissue In February, I'll be: Researching/outlining EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrim Series (2024) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html -Revising LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST and FOUND, Books 8 and 9 (2023); sending out for critique https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! Karen  JANUARY 2023 CATCHUP
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor In addition to having been a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of 150 titles published, which have been nominated/won for over a hundred and thirty awards. Karen’s books cover such genres as women’s fiction, romance, mystery/police procedural/cozy, suspense, thriller, paranormal, supernatural, futuristic, fantasy, science fiction, gothic, inspirational/Christian, horror, chick-lit, and action/adventure. She also writes children’s books, poetry, and writing reference titles which have been repackaged in the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection. Karen will begin illustrating children's books starting in 2024. WHAT'S NEW My 2022 accomplishments: -outlined 2 novels -wrote 3 novels and 1 writing reference -revised and polished 2 novels and 1 writing reference -completed editor revisions for 2 novels and 4 writing reference reissues -had 2 novels published and 4 writing reference titles reissued -read 142 books In the first of four posts, I deal with how writers can get their muses to work *with* rather than *against* them. Check out "The Four Myths Your Muse Desperately Wants You to Believe, Part 1", based on the newly reissued FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, Volume 1 of the 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection, here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2022/12/karen-s-wiesner-four-myths-your-muse.html What New Year's resolutions have you made when it comes to writing? My article "Two Crucial Writing Goal Sheets", up at Alien Romances Blog, might help you with that: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2022/12/two-crucial-writing-goal-sheets-by.html In a three-part commentary using author Christopher Paolini's two series, I talked about the conundrum of how important presentation is with massive sagas on the Alien Romances Blog. Presentation is King. Part 1: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2022/12/karen-s-wiesner-presentation-is-king.html Part 2: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2022/12/karen-s-wiesner-presentation-is-king_01963401706.html Part 3: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2022/12/karen-s-wiesner-presentation-is-king_02089261396.html NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES COHESIVE STORY BUILDING, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 2 reissue and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ CPR FOR DEAD OR LIFELESS FICTION {A Writer's Guide to Deep and Multifaceted Development and Progression of Characters, Plots, and Relationships}, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 6 reissue and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ WRITING BLURBS THAT SIZZLE--AND SELL!, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 7 reissue and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats; also available individually http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 1 (previously titled FIRST DRAFT IN 30 DAYS) and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ BONE OF MY BONE, Book 7: Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series Romantic Paranormal Horror Coming 2023 in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner.html MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! Writers Exchange: http://www.writers-exchange.com/Karen-Wiesner/ and http://www.writers-exchange.com/blog/ Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/Karen%20Wiesner Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/karenwiesner Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/karenwiesner Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor WHAT I'M WORKING ON Look for my WIP Moments on my Facebook Author Page http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor where I'll be posting about what I'm working on and the progress I'm making with each stage of my projects. You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In December, I: -Drew (in preparation for eventually illustrating children's books) -Wrote new articles for Alien Romance Blog https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/ In January, I'll be: -Drawing In February, I'll be: Researching/outlining EXILED HEARTS, Book 7: Peaceful Pilgrim Series (2024) https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/peaceful-pilgrims-series.html -Revising LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 including LOST and FOUND, Books 8 and 9 (2023); sending out for critique https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! Karen Wiesner DECEMBER 2022 CATCHUP
Karen Wiesner’s Karen’s Quill Newsletter Website: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/ Blog https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/karens-quill-blog http://www.facebook.com/KarenWiesnerAuthor Creating realistic, unforgettable characters one story at a time… In addition to being a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen Wiesner is the accomplished author of nearly 150 titles published in the past 25 years, which have been nominated/won 134 awards, with 9 more releases contracted for spanning many genres and formats. WHAT'S NEW Adventures in Amethyst Trio of Holiday Romances by Karen Wiesner Just in time for Christmas--and it's never too late to enjoy Halloween and Thanksgiving stories! Three holiday stories in one volume! Find out more here: http://www.writers-exchange.com/trio-of-holiday-romances/ https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series.html In a new article series I'm doing on the Alien Romances Blog called "Fiction Series So Big, They Cross Multimedia Platforms", I plan to explore supernatural fiction series that sometimes had their beginnings as books but branched out into other types of mediums, like videogames, movies/TV series, board/card/role-playing games, and music. In each individual article that I hope will introduce entertainment connoisseurs to some incredible fiction or components of similar themed stories they might have otherwise missed, I'll discuss the origins of the series elements as well as my individual experience with the various types of media, which will be presented as a kind of review of the series. The third article features Mass Effect Series, created by Bioware with Drew Karpyshyn, Casey Hudson, and Preston Watamaniuk. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2022/11/karen-wiesner-fiction-series-so-big_01915639164.html The second article features Dragon Age Series, created by Bioware and David Gaider. Check it out here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2022/11/karen-wiesner-fiction-series-so-big.html In case you missed the first one featuring The Witcher Series, created by Andrzej Sapkowski, you can find it here: https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/2022/11/fiction-series-so-big-they-cross.html You can find videogame checklists/walkthroughs for Mass Effect Series, Dragon Age Series, The Witcher Series, GreedFall, and Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning on my website here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/videogame-series.html NEWEST AND UPCOMING RELEASES COHESIVE STORY BUILDING, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 2 reissue and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ CPR FOR DEAD OR LIFELESS FICTION {A Writer's Guide to Deep and Multifaceted Development and Progression of Characters, Plots, and Relationships}, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 6 reissue and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ WRITING BLURBS THAT SIZZLE--AND SELL!, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 7 reissue and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Available now in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ ADVENTURES IN AMETHYST TRIO OF HOLIDAY ROMANCES including NEVER A BRIDE, Book 11; UNLUCKY IN LOVE, Book 12; and SHOTGUN WEDDING, Book 13 Contemporary Romance Novels Available now in paperback and electronic formats; also available individually http://www.writers-exchange.com/adventures-in-amethyst-series/ FIRST DRAFT OUTLINE, 3D Fiction Fundamentals Collection: Volume 1 (previously titled FIRST DRAFT IN 30 DAYS) and BONUS COMPANION BOOKLET Writing Reference Coming soon in electronic and paperback http://www.writers-exchange.com/3d-fiction-fundamentals-series/ NEW REVIEWS I received a new review for NO ORDINARY LOVE, Book 1: Incognito Series: 4 Stars! “This novel maintains intense tension and suspense throughout without falling back on constant "action" (something I try to avoid in my reading, because I find it more confusing than exciting). The love between Vincent and Kira, as well as his reluctant devotion to the mentor he hasn't seen in many years, clashes with the pervasive feeling that we -- along with the characters -- are never sure who can be trusted. I sympathized with both Kira's reservations about trusting Vincent while he hides so many secrets from her and Vincent's frustration about not being able to keep her safe. Both come across as strong characters, whom we root for even when they seem to be making unwise choices. The mystery of Kira's origin is gradually unfolded with just enough slow reveal to keep the reader eager for more.” ~award-winning author Margaret L. Carter Find out more about Incognito Series here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/incognito-series.html https://www.writers-exchange.com/incognito-series/ MISCELLANY Check out my Author Pages! 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You can also follow my progress here: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html In November, I: -Wrote Found, Book 9 for LOST AND FOUND, A Bloodmoon Cove Spirits Series 2-in-1 https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/bloodmoon-cove-spirits-series.html -Wrote new articles for Alien Romance Blog https://aliendjinnromances.blogspot.com/ In December, I'll be: -Drawing (in preparation for eventually illustrating children's books) Newly uploaded! 2023 WIP Goals: https://karenwiesner.weebly.com/works-in-progress.html Feel free to direct your friends to this newsletter! Karen |
AuthorWelcome to Karen's Quill, the blog of author Karen Wiesner. In addition to being a popular writing reference instructor and writer, professional blurbologist and freelance editor, Karen is the accomplished author of nearly 150 titles published in the past 25 years, which have been nominated/won 134 awards, with 9 more releases contracted for spanning many genres and formats. Archives
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