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Two updates. Two days in a row. Yes, it's reached that, hasn't it. 


Real quick, though, I just wanted to say that Sword & Laser, sponsors of the Inkshares contest I am participating in, just wrapped up an interview of me and the other top two contenders, Matthew Isaac Sobin and Craig Munro. Please CLICK HERE to see their video on youtube.


It was a lot of fun! I didn't get to say all I wanted to about my book, but it's my brain's fault... You know how it is: you have all these things pre-loaded but then forget how to speak a coherent language once someone asks what's on your mind. Well, all my brain's failures considered, I think I spoke all right. And I think Matt and Craig spoke just as well if not better. I'm excited now more than ever before to get my hands on their books. (And, Craig, if you're reading this, even though I said I'd wait til the last day on the show, I say now to heck with that! In the spirit of camaraderie I'll be buying "Bones of the Past" right after this, my friend. Your description of your characters - that Carver, though, right! - has made me a fan.)


It was a blast. I'm having a great time with this whole Inkshares thing, and I think that mindset comes through on these airwaves. Everything I said about this place, about these authors, it's all true. All of it.


And as ever, thank you so very much for following this project. For reading this update. And for your pre-order of "The Animal in Man."
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    All, thank you for the support. The draft is over 75% completed. I hope you like what you have seen so far. I would appreciate hearing what you think.

    Also, I am still trying to figure out this promotion thing :). I would appreciate it if you would share the information about The Arrow Points To Death with others.

    Thanks again,

    Rodney
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      Tony Valdez liked an update for How to Get Run Over by a Truck

      Holy. Moly. You wonderful, generous readers! Thank you so much for taking the time to read, comment, and purchase How to Get Run Over by a Truck! With your incredible support we have been able to pre-sell 375 copies of this memoir in less than 36 hours! 

      Although I am over the moon about the number of copies that have sold, what I am even more moved by is the number of you who have reached out to share your own "truck" story. Many of you have told me that the first chapter spoke to you, inspired you and even made you feel less alone.  I am so grateful for your generosity of spirit, and for believing in this project, and in me!  With your support, I know that we will achieve the goal of 750 pre-sales! 

      Thank you so much! This has been an incredible 36 hours, and its all because of you!! 

      Heart,

      Katie 

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        OMG, that Scully tribute. *swoon*
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          Hi everyone!

          I'm fine! Everything's under control, situation normal! We're - we're all fine here! How are you?



          Boring conversation, anyway!

          The 2word & La2er contest is almost over, and do I have some recommendations for you? DO I???

          First of all, you'd better go buy Deus Hex Machina by Amanda Orneck immediately.

           I get to cameo in the book (AHH) and I'm also illustrating a page of the graphic novel for Amanda... 

          And YOU could win an original ink drawing of one of the panels. Just be one of the next ten people to pre-order her book, and you'll be in the running to win the original final ink drawing that will be based on this sketch:


          So order!

          Secondly, LISTEN. You need to know about Transilience by Kevin Bragg.

          Transilience is a delightful concept that will probably (hopefully) be a movie someday. A scifi noir tale about a private investigator unraveling corruption and fighting for his life... on Mars? Heck yes!

          I checked in with author Kevin Bragg and now I'm super-excited about the variety of interesting women who play complex roles in his book. This isn't noir stuck in the past... this is future noir!

          As for She Is the End, well, Alex and I are working on it. It's going to be good.

          I promise.

          Happy Museday!
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            Tony Valdez liked an update for Not Afraid of the Fall

            Hello Everyone!

            Wow, the holidays sure did fly by this year didn't they? One minute I was eating five meals a day to train my stomach for the onslaught of Thanksgiving (It takes dedication), the next  I am trying to find space in my house for the sweaters my grandma gave me for Christmas.

            I wanted to share some exciting news with my "Not Afraid of the Fall" family! We have reached the 250 preorder mark and are 1/3 of the way to 750!! I cannot thank you enough for your support. By preordering this book, you are helping me reach a dream of mine and I cannot wait for you to read about the many successes and mishaps of our journey. From moped crashes in multiple continents, to Buddhist rituals performed on us from 90 year old Shamans, you are in for quite a journey.

            I am getting a bit ahead of myself here...we still have a long  way to go to reach 750 preorders. I still need your help spreading the word and sharing the book with friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, mailmen and pets (Animals use wifi by now right? I saw both a dog surfing and an elephant painting on Facebook yesterday. If they aren't preordering books yet I would be amazed...)

            Just think, if everyone reading this shared the book with just TWO people, we would reach our goal of 750! (I know I know... but this type of math helps me sleep at night).

            LASTLY, (I am sure only 32% of you have made is this far) remember to let people know that when creating an account on Inkshares, they receive a $5 credit towards any book. This makes the price of an E-book only $5!! 

            You guys really are amazing people for supporting an aspiring writer. Not to mention, what better way to start off a new year than to build your 401-Karma account. 


            Cheers my friends,


            Kyle James




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              Tony Valdez liked an update for Deus Hex Machina

              Ah hah! We hit 90 readers!  That means I get to give away a signed copy of Shadow of the Owl!  

              Congrats to...Dan Holth!  Dan was kind enough to be my second Super Reader, and it looks like the multiple books ordered worked in his favor because the dice rolled in his favor this fine winter day.

              Now it's early yet, so I am eager to see if we can get to the next raffle today.  Can we get 10 more people to jump on board by the end of the day? 

              *crosses fingers and toes* Oh I hope so!
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                Tony Valdez liked an update for Lies and Deception

                Good morning everyone,

                Lies and Deception is now at 99 copies pre ordered. wow that is amazing !!!

                We are also at 3 readers away from our first raffle ; a 50 $ gift card of the winners choice. I cannot say how much I am happy right now, of course I will not win the Sword and Laser contest but I am getting one step closer to Quill.

                I am doing this book, as I always wanted to write a good story and also want to prove to my children that you can achieve anything if you work hard and believe in yourself. When they will be older and I will be an aged man they will be able to say here is the book my father wrote... one book, maybe more.

                Again if you like what I am doing, please recommend to your friend and family.

                thank you once more from my children and I :)

                 




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                  Today's update is a short one. I just wanted to remind those that are following the book that there are three days left in the Sword & Laser the Sequel contest, and Deus Hex Machina is only three people away from 6th place. Only ONE order away from our next giveaway!  Gah! I want to give away a book today! Can we do that please??

                  I'm still plugging along on chapter 2 (very slowly as I'm not seeing much interest on the preorder side for me to rush on it. That very well could change though, in an instant. After all, there are books out there that are selling 100s of copies in a DAY. Seriously, preorder this book nao. Dot com. Might as well see if she can fund in a week. That would be amazing.

                  I am still holding out hope that those that are following the book are interested enough to take the plunge and preorder it today. If you do, we just might get this book published. Isidore and Dax are in your hands now. Treat them well.


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