historical fiction writer, amateur photographer, retired computer guru and math geek
They say editing is the hardest part of writing. I would disagree. If you are an indie writer like me, the hardest part of writing is getting your book publishing-ready. This means formatting the interior and cover according to the rules set forth by the company that will print and distribute it. It seems each … Continue reading Published!
I spent two years on the twisted road of writing. There were roadblocks and switchbacks. Ice, snow, rain. (uphill both ways?) At first I didn't really know where I was going, only that the journey must be undertaken. I had to tell this story, but how? How could I take a bunch of letters, over … Continue reading To the Finish Line!
Last week was spent in Michigan visiting Charlie's brother, Dave, and sister-in-law, Joan. His sister Judy and her husband Doug were also there--all three of the Crary kids together again! We spent the first and last nights of our trip in Dunkirk, NY at my sister's house to cut the 8 hour trip into manageable … Continue reading Michigan! and…
I promised a sneak preview a couple weeks ago, and finally I have something to show you: an advance image of my second novel, "Nostalgia," a novel about PTSD in the Civil War. Once again I have an ancestor to guide me. My great-great-great uncle. Dr. James Dana Benton, was a surgeon in the 111th … Continue reading Coming soon…
After consultation with WordPress support, here are somesuggestions if your comments don't post: Clear your browser cache. Here are some instructions Use a different browser. WordPress.com works great in Google Chrome, Firefox, and Microsoft Edge Disable browser extensions: Chrome Firefox Safari Edge Here's hoping they work for you, and keep me posted if they don't.
Some of you readers have recently advised me that your comments on my blog are not showing up. I've found one or two in my spam, but the rest seem to mysteriously disappear. I've been thinking that it might have to do with whether or not you subscribe to my blog. So, here is my … Continue reading Re: Comments on my blog
A lot has been happening since War Sonnets was launched on July 5th. In July I was honored to be a guest on the local TV show, Bridge Street. And in August I was a guest of the Cato, NY Rotary Club where I shared my writing journey. Would your group (library, rotary, etc) be … Continue reading “War Sonnets” Update
It's here! This past Wednesday, July 5, War Sonnets was officially released! I'm so excited to finally see the results of seven long years of research and writing. Orders are rolling in and I've already received my first (3!) 5-star reviews! If you haven't yet ordered a copy, you can get one here, or order … Continue reading Happy Book Birthday!
Yes, you read that right. The fifth of July. Do you know its significance? On July 5, 1945, General Douglas MacArthur declared the Philippines liberated. And on July 5, 2023? War Sonnets will be released! After five years and a ton of hard work, War Sonnets is going public. Copies will be available for sale … Continue reading The Fifth of July
Susannah Willey Writes 