Tomorrow, October 17, I’ll be on my way to the Wells County Public Library (Bluffton IN). I’ll be there to participate in their Local Author Night (6-8 pm). This is an event for all ages, with approximately 20 local authors, including little old me. We will have booths set up where you can buy books, enjoy activities, crafts, or just chat with the authors. There will be chances to win several books throughout the evening. From 7-8 pm, Kay Reusser…..
Next month, on October 17, 2017, I will travel to the Wells County Public Library (Bluffton IN), to participate in their Local Author Night (from 6 to 8 pm). Approximately 20 local authors, including little old me, will have booths set up where you can buy books, enjoy activities, crafts, or just chat with the authors. There will be chances to win several books throughout the evening. This event is for all ages, and the authors will be divided into…..
The Midwest Book Review gave Olivia’s Story: Protector of the Realm an excellent review. It appears in the December 2016 Midwest Book Review Small Press Bookwatch (click the Fantasy/SciFi Shelf, it is the second review listed). “Olivia’s Story: Protector of the Realm is an original, deftly crafted and consistently compelling historical fantasy novel by David Dahl. While very highly recommended for community library Fantasy Fiction collections, it should be noted for the personal reading lists of fantasy fans that “Olivia’s…..
My Goodreads book Giveaway ended Saturday. Shortly I will head to the post office to mail signed copies of Olivia’s Story: Protector of the Realm to the lucky winners. Unfortunately, hundred’s of entrants did not win. To show my appreciation for their interest, all my print books* are now 40% off (when purchased from my website, or from lulu.com). This sale will continue until Thanksgiving, so why not stock up for Christmas? Since tonight is Halloween watch out for spooks…..
“So you wrote a children’s book?” the voice on the phone asked. She was pleasant, but my insecure ears picked up a note of condescension. “Yes, I wrote it for my granddaughter when she was learning to read.” “I see,” the voice paused. “So it’s a picture book?” “No, not a picture book,” I answered trying to think how best to describe it. “Not a picture book, so is the target audience MG or YA?” What? I thought. After retiring…..
“Life is what happens while you are busy making other plans.” John Lennon Ensconced in her car seat, Olivia stared out the window. “Tell me a story?” she asked, eyes pleading in the rear-view mirror. How could I say no? I thought. Clearing my throat, I struggled to remember a story. “Once upon a time. . .” I began, not realizing that with that tired phrase, I was starting a very a unique journey. “I’m no story teller,” I told…..
Olivia’s Story: Protector of the Realm is- “An entertaining mashup of history and fantasy, with a likably audacious heroine plotting against the Nazis” – Kirkus Reviews For weeks I had flip-flopped – should I do it – or shouldn’t I? New to publishing, I searched the matter online and weighed the question carefully. What I discovered offered little help. Kirkus is indeed a major name in independent reviews. Many blogs emphatically state that a book’s success requires a Kirkus review……
“So you wrote a children’s book?” the voice on the phone asked. She was pleasant, but my insecure ears picked up a note of condescension. “Yes, I wrote it for my granddaughter when she was learning to read.” “I see,” the voice paused. “So it’s a picture book?” “No, not a picture book,” I answered trying to think how best to describe it. “Not a picture book, so is the target audience MG or YA?” What? I thought. After retiring…..