My wonderful judges (3 this time) have sent me their results for the top 3 runners up in two age categories: Ages 9-12 and ages 13-17. All six runners up receive a digital audio book (1) plus the grand-prize winner from each category will receive their choice of the prizes on the Current Contest page.Continue reading “Vote August 23-30”
Author Archives: Susan K. Marlow
Ask Mrs. M – Part 1
See more Ask Mrs. M posts ➡️ In case you are wondering, the pictures in the above image are all of me as a little kids, except the cover images for my short stories. Those I found on DepositPhotos. Remember when I asked you for help thinking up questions last month (July)? I promised IContinue reading “Ask Mrs. M – Part 1”
Annual or Seasonal Contests Results
Are. You. Kidding. Me? As you can see by the results of the survey voting, it’s “even Steven” for choosing an annual contest or the four times a year more “casual” writing contests. So this was no help at all, I’m sad to say. It means that I will end up making the decision, andContinue reading “Annual or Seasonal Contests Results”
The Books Are Ordered!
First of all, the contest has ended and the stories are with the judges. As soon as they send their picks I’ll get the judging up (readers choice). I’m looking at Tuesday for the voting to start. Quick update. The Terrible Secret is on the way. I ordered 25 copies but I can always orderContinue reading “The Books Are Ordered!”
Author Visit: Colleen L. Reece
Colleen is one of the judges to help choose the top 3 stories in the Summer Writing contest. She, along with Donna Patton (you know Ms. Patton from helping her choose covers for her mysteries), are avid Andi fans and I trust their judgment with choosing the stories they feel best tell a story withContinue reading “Author Visit: Colleen L. Reece”
Author Interview: Ellen Senechal
Congratulations to TORI H., the winner of the random drawing for a copy of Ellen’s book, The Whispers God Gives. I sent you an email, so please respond ASAP with your mailing address so Ellen can get that autographed book right out to you! How did I choose a winner? I use Random.org, and itContinue reading “Author Interview: Ellen Senechal”
Mama Is Sick
See more Riley’s Ramblings ➡️ June 1878, Fort Laramie, Wyoming It wasn’t until we were at Fort Laramie a full year that Pa finally told me that Mama was completely cured with what had been ailing her all those years when I stayed with Uncle Sid on the Circle C ranch. Pa said Mama hadContinue reading “Mama Is Sick”
2- Make It Look Good!
See more writing tips in Andi’s Attic >> It’s been a long, long time since I started this series on self-publishing your own book. And since that time, I have put up two bonus video lessons so you can go step by step through the process. Those new video lessons almost make the whole “Let’sContinue reading “2- Make It Look Good!”
Three New Fan Stories
Samantha S. is back (#1) with parts 8-10 of the Circle C “Early” Beginnings saga she’s been writing. Sara M. (#2) took a contest picture from this summer’s contest and wrote a fan fiction story (instead of entering). Emma A. (#3) wrote about Melinda and her struggle to have a child of her own. Enjoy!Continue reading “Three New Fan Stories”
Two Fun Book(s) Giveaways
These two contests have closed. The winners are posted below for each giveaway. 1. Kregel Facebook Giveaway My publisher, Kregel Publications, is hosting a Back to School Giveaway through August 25th (winner announced on the 26th). Along with other fun prizes, it also includes ANY two of my books (not just the Stepping Stones booksContinue reading “Two Fun Book(s) Giveaways”
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