Meet the Exquisite Quill Authors


Saturday, August 2, 2014

Author Interview: Jo Anne Myers



EQ Welcomes Jo Anne Myers


EQ: Welcome to EQ! Tell us a little bit about yourself!  

Jo Anne: I have been a long-time resident of southeastern Ohio, and worked in the blue-collar industry most of my life. Besides having several novels under my belt, I canvas paint.

When not busy with hobbies or working outside the home, I spend time with relatives, my dog Jasmine and volunteer my time within the community. I am a member of the International Women’s Writing Guild, Savvy Authors, Coffee Time Romance, Paranormal Romance Guild, True Romance Studios, National Writers Association, the Hocking Hill's Arts and Craftsmen Association, The Hocking County Historical Society and Museum, and the Hocking Hills Regional Welcome Center. I believe in family values and following your dreams. My original canvas paintings, can be found at: http://www.booksandpaintingsbyjoanne.com

EQ: Tell us a little bit about your most recent release. 

Jo Anne: That would be my biography true crime “Twisted Love”.  It is a collection of true cases from Ohio and surrounding states.

EQ: What was your defining moment as a writer?  

Jo Anne: When Melange Books published my first book, “Murder Most Foul,” a detective/mystery.  When I had almost gave up on finding a publisher, and was considering going the self-publishing way, Melange contacted me. I was thrilled.

EQ: What made you want to become a writer?  

Jo Anne: I have always enjoyed art, and been able to write.  Even as a child I had a flare for words, and enjoyed putting them to paper.

EQ: Which of your characters do you connect with the most and why? 

Jo Anne: That would be Autumn Williams, in “The End of Autumn,” because she is from my hometown of Logan, Ohio, and her kidnapping and murder devastated the entire community. It really cut close to home.  So many of us knew the families.

Find Jo Anne's name at these places: 

Read these titles by JoAnne Myers: 

Flagitious- an upcoming detective/mystery anthology due out August
Loves, Myths, and Monsters- a fantasy anthology starring the Mothman, the Chupracabra, a love curse, mermaids, time travel, reincarnation, a demonic cellmate, a Quaker love story, werewolves, and a serial killer family from 1873.
Murder Most Foul- a stand alone detective/mystery
Wicked Intentions- a paranormal anthology
The Crime of the Century- a biography true crime
Poems About Life, Love, and Everything in Between- a poem collection
Twisted Love- a biography true crime anthology

I also think it is important for aspiring authors to never give up on their writings. If you truly want to see your story in print, than keep trying. No matter how hard it may seem to be, don’t give up.  Take a break from the book, when things become overwhelming. I wrote and rewrote The Crime of the Century for 10 years, before I was satisfied with the ending result. That is a long time, but I never regretted it. It was an important story that devastated the nation, destroyed lives, but needed told. 

Friday, August 1, 2014

Call for Submissions!

I'm proud to announce that Lost Goddess Publishing will accept submissions for hot romance novels beginning August 11, 2014. Guidelines can be found on the Lost Goddess website: http://www.lostgoddesspublishing.com/submissions.html

We're looking for all genres and subgenres of quality romance, and we're seeking various lengths--novels, novellas, and Hot Lunches. Because this company was started by authors, we're very author friendly. As we grow, our terms will continue to be friendly and supportive of your work. Check us out! If you have questions or concerns (or feedback), contact me through the Lost Goddess website.

Thursday, July 31, 2014

Cliff Hanger Thursday!


Our new Thursday meme is all about the cliff hanger. How do you leave your characters and readers dangling?

In comments, and in 300 words or less, share a bit of suspense from your story. Make us want more!


Don't forget your buy link and website/blog link. Have fun!

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Discover great reads on Exquisite Quills' Cliff Hanger Thursday!    

Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Hump Day Blurb Share!


This Wednesday meme is all about the blurb. Can a few tempting words of introduction grab a reader's attention? Let's find out!

In comments, tempt us with the blurb
off your book jacket. Don't forget your buy link and website/blog link. Have fun!

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Tuesday, July 29, 2014

Tuesday Reviews!


Choose the best one-liner from a review (a single sentence) and share in comments. It doesn't matter how much time has passed. All reviews are new to someone. Don't forget your buy link and website/blog link. Have fun!


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Discover great reads on Exquisite Quills' Tuesday Review! http://exquisitequills.blogspot.com/   

Monday, July 28, 2014

Wash Line Monday!

Our Monday meme shines a light on apparel. From Regency to Steampunk, and everything in between, we dress our characters to reflect the story we want to tell.

In comments, and in 300 words or less, give us a snippet from your novel that describes what your heroes, heroines, or bit players are wearing. Don't forget your buy link and website/blog link. Have fun!


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Sunday, July 27, 2014

Snippet Sunday!

Sometimes a little goes a long way. In comments, share a snippet one to three sentences long.

Be sure to add your website/blog link and one link to where your books can be found. Example: Your Amazon Author's Page.

 
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