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Progress Report on Forthcoming “Bell Witch” Title
I’ve been busy typing away on the update and complete rewrite of The Bell Witch: The Full Account, scheduled for release on October 13, 2013. The book’s first edition debuted on Friday, October 13,...
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The Legend of Stuckey’s Bridge
I have the honor of writing the foreword to “The Legend of Stuckey’s Bridge,” by historical fiction author Lori Crane. And, I couldn’t be happier! Lori and I share a passion for Southern history and...
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A to Z Challenge - G is for Ghost Stories
Reblogged from a day in the life of patootie: Blogging from A to Z April 2013 Challenge G is for Ghost Stories I am delighted and overjoyed to announce the best collaboration in the history of...
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Facebook Page for New Bell Witch Title
I’ve received several private messages with questions about the rewrite/13th Anniversary edition of “The Bell Witch: The Full Account.” That’s great! I intend to publish a FAQ about the rewrite in...
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Self-Publishing Grabs Huge Market Share From Traditional Publishers
Reblogged from David Gaughran: Barnes & Noble re-launched PubIt! this week as Nook Press, a largely superficial makeover which failed to address some fundamental problems, like restricting access...
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#AmWriting #wip #books Writing Update for April
The creative juices are oozing, and my keyboard is clackin’ away at ghosts, witches, psychotic innkeepers, and IRS forms. There’s plenty else to do at home and at work, but I’m on a roll. The...
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Radio Interview Reminder – The “Bell Witch” Book
Monday, April 22, 8PM Central / 9PM Eastern Author Pat Fitzhugh joins host Alex Matsuo of Paranormal Insider Radio to discuss the infamous “Bell Witch” legend of Tennessee. Known as “America’s greatest...
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Feature and Interview
Good morning! Check out my interview over on Lucy Pireel’s blog! Filed under: Author Appearances, Author Interviews, Books, e-books, indie authors Tagged: amwriting, author appearances, books, Writing
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About My Upcoming Title – More Ghostly Cries From Dixie
From the murky swamps of Louisiana to the misty hills of Appalachia, the American South is enshrouded by a mystical element that rouses the senses and kindles the imagination. This mystical element has...
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About My Upcoming Title – The Outlaws and Ghosts of The Natchez Trace
The Outlaws and Ghosts of The Natchez Trace, a working title for now, will be released in 2015. Its release will culminate a long journey of intrigue and fascination that began in the early 1990s. At...
View Article#amwriting Three Simple Writing Tips
Writing tip #1: Avoid verb forms of “to be,” if possible. Am, is, are, was, and were –the most useless words in a writer’s toolbox. Why? Because 1) they usually aren’t necessary for conveying your...
View Article#AmWriting #IndieAuthors How to Destroy Your Credibility as an Author – Part...
This is Part One of my pseudo-sarcastic series about destroying one’s credibility as an author. I’m not being mean, and I’m definitely not pointing my finger at anyone; I’m just tired of seeing the...
View Article#books #amwriting #amreading Today is World Book Day!
Today is World Book Day! Celebrate by reading a good paperback, reading a good eBook, hugging an author, or donating to your local library!
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Where possible, write in the active voice. The active voice occurs when the subject PERFORMS an action; for instance, “A tornado toppled Uncle Frank’s barn.” In contrast to the active voice, the...
View ArticleBook Excerpt: “From Turkey Creek – A Memoir”
As many already know, From Turkey Creek – A Memoir is a long-term work in progress. It is my childhood memoir of growing up at the most remote, fun, and wacky place in the world: Turkey Creek, in...
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