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Author Interview with Angie Harris about her Book:  "Momma's Little Helpers", Announcements, Clarinda Cloud Contest, and Shout Outs

12/4/2013

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     Hello everyone!  Today I am interviewing a fellow Vermonter!  Yay for us Vermonters!  LOL!  Okay... please welcome fellow Vermonter and fellow author/illustrator, Angie Harris.


Angie, please tell us about yourself.
a.    I wear many hats on any given day…I am a wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, daughter, friend, confidant, and a counselor. During the day, I am an IT tech and facilitator at a high school, along with many other titles and descriptions… And by night, I am a friend to all who need me. Somewhere in the middle of all of this, I find time to write and indulge my inner child—who can be a bit bratty at times. Wink… wink. ;)

What is the title of your book?
a.  Momma’s Little Helpers    

Please tell us a little about your book.
a.    Momma’s Little Helpers is a wonderful little story about five young girls who embark upon some great adventures to rally support for their sick mother.

What inspired you to write this book?
a.    Honestly, this book was never meant to be written as a story which I intended to share…It was meant to inspire my mother as she was struggling to overcome lung cancer.

Which of your characters is your favorite and why?
a.    That would have to be Misty…her character has some great scenes. And because these characters are all representative of my sisters and me, I was able to easily imagine Misty and how she would react within the story. For her small size, she was brave and courageous and fought a great battle with a leprechaun. But truthfully, Misty (my sister) remains a child at heart and always will. I made her parts within the story so colorful because I knew how hard she would laugh when I read it to her—and boy did she!

What is your hope for your book?
a.   Only that it keeps doing as well as it has up to this point. It has been received very well and has surpassed any expectations that I had for it. Just a few short weeks ago, Momma’s Little Helpers was bestowed the honor of receiving a B.R.A.G. (Book Reader Appreciation Group) Medallion! What a wonderful honor and completely unexpected. A friend had submitted the book for review and it passed all their judging panels and was awarded the Medallion.

What genre do you write?
a.    I like to challenge myself and try to write in as many different genres as possible. Currently, I have written children’s books and YA books within the fantasy category, but have mixed some of them with science fiction and love writing poetry.

How long have you been writing?
a.  Since I could hold a pencil…I know…cliché…but also true. I have always been a bit of a story teller and always will be. It is part of my nature, part of who I am and how I express myself. Sometimes I share what I write, and sometimes I don’t. I write for pleasure and sometimes as a means of therapy. 

What is your favorite way to promote yourself and your book?
a.    I would have to say that would be doing book readings. While it can seem a bit intimidating at first, I have always had my most rewarding experiences reading and discussing the books I have written.

What is your favorite place to market your book?
a.    Twitter

Do you have other books?  (Feel free to list them.)
a.    Yes. I have written two novels in my YA fantasy series The Gates of the Realm, The Realm and Vanya’s Quest. I have also written two other children’s books for another series called Monster Feet. Monster Feet was actually self-published and gained some decent attention in a very short time. About three months after its publication, it was contracted by a publishing house. Sue’s Deep Sea Adventure is the second book in that series and has not yet been released.


Is there a message, a lesson, or a moral to your story?  If so, would you like to share it?
a.  There are many messages hidden within the pages of Momma’s Little Helpers. The girls exhibit teamwork, compassion, support of a loved one during times of need, selflessness and even courage. As the pages turn these five girls deliver many different messages to their audience.

Do you make your own covers?
a.    So far, I have for all of them except for The Realm.


Do you have a blog or website?
a.    Yes. http://www.angieharris.weebly.com

Are you a morning person or a night person?
a.    Morning.


     Ugh... a morning person.  Not me.  I am more of a night owl.  But... it must work for Angie, because I know her and her writing.  I like her books!  And, I am so happy for her!  Thank you for sharing, Angie!
     Having a BRAG medallion is a wonderful honor for an indie author.  If you are an indie author and want to know more about the BRAG medallion, you can go to their website at www.bragmedallion.com.


You can connect with Angie Harris on:
Facebook
Twitter


You can also find "Momma's Little Helpers" on Amazon.com.


A New Cover and a New Contest

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     Wonderful news!  "Clarinda Cloud" is getting a new cover!  What do you think? I got to thinking that my original cover may not be eye catching enough.  I hope to get it changed this week. It will be down for a day or two during the transition.  But... after...it will be the same great book.... just with an even better cover!
     There is also a new "Clarinda Cloud" contest...the last one of the year!  You can have a chance to win a free copy by just answering two questions...you can pick from the questions on this site and my other blogs: 

Clarinda Cloud's Feelings Blog 
DUO Education Learning Blog


Here are your questions:


1.  Please explore the site.  What would you like to see offered for readers or authors on this site?
2.  What kinds of books and on what topics would you like to see more of for children?  Why?


     A winner will be chosen from the people who answered at least two questions at the end of the month or beginning of next year.  If nobody answers at least two questions, I will donate a book to someone or some place.  If you win but would prefer a book to be given elsewhere, please let me know.  (U.S. addresses only at this time, please.)  Thank you.  Good luck!

Announcements and Shout Outs

*I am now giving shout outs and promoting other authors more than I have in the past.  I try not to give the impression that I know more about a book or author that I really do.  If I know about an author or book, I try to say so and give a more specific shout out.  If I don't... I try to make it fairly noncommittal!  But... I am happy to help other authors.  As all my sites are family friendly, I do not promote R-rated or X-rated.  If you are an author, please feel free to contact me.  There will be more information on this to come, so please stay tuned!


Here are the shout outs for today:
*Author Staci Stallings gave me this shout out to post... "Wonderful story of love, faith & forgiveness" DEEP IN THE HEART by Staci Stallingshttp://www.amazon.com/Deep-Heart-Staci.../dp/B005LVVIIG
*Children's author/illustrator Karen Deming also wanted a shout out. I have seen some of her illustrations.  Nice work!  You are see her site here.
*I would also like to give a shout out for author Bill Hillman.  (Bill's work history includes much more than being an author.)  He is turning his book into a movie.  "Quigley's Christmas Adventure" is now in the funding stage.... you can find out more here.  (I am so excited about this, because Clarinda Cloud will be making an appearance in this movie.)
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New Release: "Dylan and the Croak Orleans Gang" by Rhonda Patton... as well as Notes, and Shout outs

11/20/2013

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     Hi everyone!  Today, I want to tell you about a new release by Rhonda Patton titled, "Dylan and the Croak Orleans Gang."  Rhonda's husband, Chester McDaniel is the illustrator of the book and makes the story come alive with his drawings.
     "Dylan and the Croak Orleans Gang" is about a frog who has a dream of playing music in the city of Croak Orleans.  Ride along with him to see who he meets and if his dream comes true!
     I had the pleasure of formatting this book and have enjoyed reading the story!  It is available on Amazon.com or Create Space.
     Rhonda Patton is the author of quite a few other books as well!  You can check them out at www.thecroak500.com!

Notes and Announcements:

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     I have quite a few notes and announcements today!  The first two concern fabulous news for Clarinda Cloud!  Clarinda Cloud will be making an appearance in a cute little Christmas movie titled, "Quigley's Christmas Adventure!"  I am very excited and honored to be a small part of this film!  I have been promoting it and did a blog post about it not long ago!  I think this could be great exposure for Clarinda Cloud, her book, her website, and her brand! 
     The movie is currently in it's second fundraising campaign.  If you would like to help it in any way... you can go to it's new site at www.fnd.us/c/fe2o9.  (It may look like a broken link.  But... if you push the "home" tab and then search "Quigley"... it will bring you to the correct page.)  
     The other news about Clarinda Cloud is that she is going to have her own blog!  It will be in her voice!  Among other things, she will talk about characters and their feelings in children's/MG/YA books to help promote them for their authors.  I am hoping it will be a great blog for both parents and children!  And, if you are an author of a book in one of these categories, please contact me about possibly promoting your book!

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     Don't forget to comment for a chance to win a free copy of the Clarinda Cloud Activity Book.  I will send a copy to one person who can tell me the name of this waterfall!  I will give you a hint.  It is in my home state of Vermont.  I will give you another hint... It is listed on this list.  (I love waterfalls!)  Even if you do not know, please comment a name of an elementary school, library, daycare, or children's counselor where I should donate a copy.

Shout outs:

I hope to give a few author or book shout outs in each blog post.  If you are an author who wants an interview, book promotion, or shout out....please contact me!  


*My friend, author Angie Harris, just got a B.R.A.G. medal for her children's book, "Momma's Little Helpers!  Congrats Angie!


*My new friend,  Nanlie Sealy and her granddaughter will be doing a book signing  and reading of their book "Freddy the White Flamingo" at the Barnes and Noble children's hour from 10:00 to 1:00 on 120th and Washington in Denver, Colorado!  You can connect with Nanlie on Facebook under her other name of Lizzie T. Leaf for more information!


*My friend, Ayana Sala Baugh, is holding auditions for:  The Loopiehotamus "I Am Not Afraid" musical stage play!  So....exciting from this author!  She put out this announcement on Facebook: We had a great first audition yesterday for The Loopiethotamus "I Am Not Afraid" Musical Stage Play. So much awesome talent was displayed. I am so excited to continue hosting private auditions until March 1, 2013. If you are interested in auditioning for this play, please contact Author, Ayana Sala Baugh at 804-552-0193 or ayana@loopiethotamus.com. More info on the website: http://www.loopiebooks.com/.
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         Jodi Desautels is a wife and mother.  She is a life-long learner who has two rules to live by:  "The Golden Rule" and "Live. Laugh. Love."  She loves family, friends, and nature.  Passions include caring for people, education, writing, illustrating, and photography.

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