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Anonymous Author: Tips for people new to publishing

For a few months, I've gathered advice for new authors from friends who have been in the industry for years. The column is called "Anonymous Author" and here is the first one. If you are new to publishing, I hope it helps! You...

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Baa Mix 92 and 93

I have no excuse for why I haven’t been posting up mixes other than that I WAS FINISHING A GIANT BOOK. Figured you guys would forgive me. And to make up for my lateness, here is an extra-long Baa Mix 92 and BONUS, Baa Mix 93. Fave songs include “Turn” and  “Pray For...

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Introducing Debut Author Dave Connis

Waaaaeeee Emberlings!  (That's punjaabi for 'Hey Emberlings.') It's been a long time--blame my characters. But I have returned for like 5 minutes to introduce this month's Debut Autho: Dave Connis. His novel The Temptation of Adam was released on November 21st, 2017....

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Baa Mix 91

IT'S BEEN SO LONG. I am so sorry. I swear I've been listening to music, just haven't been sharing. So selfish! Anyway, here is Baa Mix 91 for your enjoyment. I love everything on here, but the Matt Maeson stuff and Kendrick's stuff are gold. <3 Enjoy! Fall and...

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Spring/Summer 2017: Baa Mix 90

Spring is here, my allergies have taken over my face, my deadline is looming, WHAT BETTER TIME FOR A NEW BAA MIX???? If you listen to anything, listen to Kendrick Lamar, OBVIOUSLY. Betty Who (Aquilo Remix) : Human Touch Group Love: Good Morning Matt Maeson: Cringe (A...

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National Poetry Month

Helloo lovelies, and happy National Poetry Month! Of course, it's almost over, but just wanted to squeeze in my absolute favorite poem before we head into May. I don't write poetry, or if I do, it's terrible, so I won't subject you to it. But I did want to share "One...

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Introducing Debut Author Karuna Riazi

Hello, Emberlings! March is here (and gone, almost) and I'm so excited to introduce this month's debut author, Karuna Riazi. I first knew Karuna only as @gildedspine on Twitter, and have been thrilled to see this fearless, wonderful lady use her voice with such grace...

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Introducing Debut Author Angie Thomas

March is almost here, as is the incredible book THE HATE U GIVE by Angie Thomas. In addition to being adorable and having excellent hair, Angie is a badass writer and has no fear of giant spiders . What more do you want? THE HATE U GIVE is out on Feb, 28, 2017. You...

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Baa Mix 89

I've been horribly lax about posting up this mix. It's a meld of songs from early winter and late winter, but a lot of these will probably show up on the Book 3 playlist. Favorites include Never Loved Me and Higher. Enjoy! Cold War Kids: Love is Mystical  K. Flay:...

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Introducing Debut Author S. Jae-Jones

Welcome to the New Year Emberlings! And what a better way to kick off 2017, with another Debut Author. This month's author is fellow Ravenclaw S. Jae-Jones, with her novel Wintersong, slated for release on February 7th, 2017! You can check it out here.      1. You can...

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Introducing Debut Author Sandhya Menon

Welcome, welcome Emberlings, as the holiday season approaches, it is time for our December Debut Author!  In the spirit of the new year, I would like to introduce our very first 2017 debut, author Sandhya Menon, whose novel, When Dimple Met Rishi, is going to be...

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WHAT YOU CAN DO TO FIGHT HATE

A lot of people right now want to do something to fight the hate and prejudice that seem suddenly rampant, but they don’t know what to do. I find it alarming that in a free and democratic society, this knowledge is not more widely disseminated. We’ve gotten so used to...

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Introducing Debut Author Kerri Maniscalco

Welcome readers, it is time for our November edition of the Debut Authors Series! This month I would like to introduce #1 New York Best Selling Author Kerri Maniscalco, whose novel, Stalking Jack The Ripper was released in October. You can check it out here! What...

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An Aural Alternative: Baa Mix 88

Ah, yes, fall in California, a time of endless raking, ridiculous drinks, and an overuse of sweaters in weather that doesn't really merit it. And yet I still love it. Mostly because fall is when all the BEST albums come out. Looking at this now, I realize that it's a...

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BIG NEWS.

Hey guys! I'm so excited to share some BIG NEWS with you! This is all due to you lovely Emberlings--thank you for supporting me and for supporting the books! Here's to books 3 and 4! An Ember in the Ashes Series Gets Books 3 & 4  

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Introducing Debut Author Rahul Kanakia

Welcome readers! Hope your summer is going well, even if it is coming to an end. This week we are introducing Debut Author Rahul Kanakia whose novel, Enter Title Here, was released on August 2nd, 2016. You can check it out here! And now for the interview! What...

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Summer Roadtrip Mix: Baa Mix 87

There is nothing like listening to a new mix right as you set out on an adventure. If you’re going to listen to one song, then it’s a tie between Fiction and There Will Be Time (Live in South Africa version, plz) because both are incredible. In fact actually, the...

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Introducing Debut Author Peter Brown Hoffmeister

Hey guys--I took a bit of a summer break in June, but I'm excited to get back to the Debut Author Series for July with Peter Brown Hoffmeister, whose book THIS IS THE PART WHERE YOU LAUGH, came out on May 17th, 2016. Publisher's Weekly gave Peter's book a STARRED...

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Helene, fair Helene.

  I'm so excited to FINALLY share with you a snippet of Helene's point of view. It's over on Bustle--hope you have a chance to check it out!!!!  

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