I was only going to New Orleans for the Next Generation Indie Book Awards if I won. I thought I had, but I had won the National Indie Excellence Awards in the category of Relationships, not the NGIBA.

Confused? I was.

On the other hand, finalists are considered award winners. They just aren’t first place. If I count everything up I was a WINNER in Relationships at the National Indie Excellence Awards and a finalist in Aging. I was a finalist in both Relationships and Women’s Issues at the Next Generation Indie Book Awards.

And this morning, I learned that because I had a five-star review from Reader’s Favorite Book Awards, I’m entered in their contest too.

My glass is half full. 🙏✍️

Story to follow …

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This NIEA winner is

Never Too Late: From Wannabe to Wife at 62

Gotta get the word out!

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How hard is it to tell the world about your book?

Not too hard.

It’s getting them to listen that’s the trick.

6-9-18 ,AuthorShowcase(DubLib)1 2 — Speaking with a customer at the Dublin Library in Dublin, CA.

Saturday I shared books with other local writers at the Dublin (CA) Library, and even sold some.

Today my interview with Kaye Lynn Booth is out.

via Interview with author B. Lynn Goodwin

Take a look, leave a reply, and let me know if you’d like to interview me for your blog.

BTW, it’s never too late to pick up a copy of NEVER TOO LATE: From Wannabe to Wife at 62.

Also available wherever books are sold. Just tell them to order from Ingram.

“A delightful read that will teach you much about the process of discerning what is right for you.” ~~Linda Marshall, author of A Long Awakening to Grace

“Instead of continuing to search for a mate who is a mirror of ourselves, who is the most intelligent, wealthy, successful, witty, etc., embrace the person who is authentic and trustworthy, with styles or attributes that we lack, who brings out the best in us.” ~~L. Kain

Interview with author B. Lynn Goodwin

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Fun to go back and read what I said a couple weeks ago, now that it’s out for the whole world to see. Let me know what you think.

Writing to be Read

B. Lynn Goodwin

My guest today is an author with a unique story. She’s published three books, two of which are nonfiction, inspired by her own experiences. The third is a work of fiction, so she traverses both realms. In addition she does editing and acts as a writing coach for her fellow authors on her site, Writer Advice. Her book, Never Too Late: From Wannabe to Wife at 62, which she’s going to tell us about, has recently become a 2018 National Indie Excellence Award finalist. I am pleased to welcome B. Lynn Goodwin to Writing to be Read.

Kaye: Would you share briefly the story of your own publishing journey?

Lynn: I began writing seriously while I was also caring for my mother in the last years of her life. It was a great outlet. I also began Writer Advice, www.writeradvice.com, which started as an e-mail newsletter…

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Writer Advice’s Flash Fiction Contest

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4-18 Contests

Would you like feedback on your writing as well as a chance to win a prize? Writer Advice seeks flash fiction(750 words or less).

Draw us in.
Open our eyes.
Dazzle, delight, and entice us.
Give us new insights.
Entertain us.

Winners receive cash prizes and are published. Low fee for solid feedback.

DEADLINE: 06/01/18.

FEE: $15.50 for individualized feedback and the possibility of winning a prize.

PRIZES:

First Place: $160
Second Place: $ 80
Third Place: $ 40

Honorable Mention Winners will also be listed.

Questions, but not submissions go to Lgood67334 AT Comcast DOT net. We look forward to reading your work.

Writer Advice has been running this contest for over 10 years, so we have lots of experience explaining what works and why as well as suggesting improvements.

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COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS CONTESTANTS:

“You are the first professional to offer feedback and your encouraging words have given me additional motivation! It is reassuring to know that I was on the right track; you have a remarkable ability to give constructive feedback in a positive way (and you are absolutely correct). Thank you for your time and thoughtful consideration. I look forward to submitting more stories and continuing to improve.”

–Jamie Fouty

“Thank you so much for your feedback! I really appreciate you taking the time to give me your thoughts. I’m always striving to improve my writing, and feedback from editors like you make it much easier to do so.”

–Margarite R. Stever

“Many thanks for your response, from it, I can tell you’re very good at what you do.”

–Kisa, Visually Versed

“Thank you so much for your detailed feedback!! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you taking the time to read and analyze my work . . . It’s not every day a contest gives you comprehensive feedback instead of a simple yes/no!”

–Lena Crown

“Thank you so much for your feedback, it always makes me feel inspired and motivated.”

–Elizabeth Cockle

“Thanks for the wonderful feedback, never, never, got that before in thirty years.”

–Jenny Hickinbotham

“Do tell your writer friends about the newsletter. They can subscribe by sending a blank subject header email to: FlashFictionFlash-Subscribe@yahoogroups.com.” Pamelyn Castro offers an excellent newsletter about Flash Fiction and I’m happy to share this resource.

Bay Area Book Festival

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Here we are, in all our craziness, at the Bay Area Book Festival held in Berkeley on April 28 and 29, 2018. Lots of people. Lots of conversations. Lots of cold, cold weather.

In the photo the water is mine, the popcorn is his, and the table is missing, so let’s try this again.

The one on the left looks better to me. >>>>

Bottom line: This book fair was a great place to network, and it was wonderful to have Richard there. He’s a first-class salesman.

And, to give you a sample of something from the book, here’s the ad he wrote that attracted me:

CLASSIC

1944 classic roadster with many miles left!

Motor humms, transmission smooth and and all the gears work!

Only two previous owners, very great women.

Two tone, white with a gray top.

Seeking a new woman owner who knows how to drive a classic!

Thanks

PS, This car is at church every Sunday so if that is a problem with

you this car is not for you.

Obviously, he was shopping for his third wife. Before our first

date, he asked if I would ever marry if I fell in love.

Wondering how I responded? You can find it at the start of Chapter 2 (page 9) of

Never Too Late

Share your thoughts here and/or on Amazon.

Looking for a guest columnist for your blog? Please ask. Thanks!

B. Lynn Goodwin

Books, Editing, Coaching, and Other Twists and Turns

The Story I Promised A Week Ago

Never Too Late: From Wannabe to Wife at 62

Story to follow …

This NIEA winner is

Never Too Late: From Wannabe to Wife at 62

Gotta get the word out!

How hard is it to tell the world about your book?

Not too hard.

It’s getting them to listen that’s the trick.

Saturday I shared books with other local writers at the Dublin (CA) Library, and even sold some.

Today my interview with Kaye Lynn Booth is out.

via Interview with author B. Lynn Goodwin

Take a look, leave a reply, and let me know if you’d like to interview me for your blog.

BTW, it’s never too late to pick up a copy of NEVER TOO LATE: From Wannabe to Wife at 62.

Also available wherever books are sold. Just tell them to order from Ingram.

“A delightful read that will teach you much about the process of discerning what is right for you.” ~~Linda Marshall, author of A Long Awakening to Grace

“Instead of continuing to search for a mate who is a mirror of ourselves, who is the most intelligent, wealthy, successful, witty, etc., embrace the person who is authentic and trustworthy, with styles or attributes that we lack, who brings out the best in us.” ~~L. Kain

Interview with author B. Lynn Goodwin

Writer Advice’s Flash Fiction Contest

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COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS CONTESTANTS:

–Jamie Fouty

“Thank you so much for your feedback! I really appreciate you taking the time to give me your thoughts. I’m always striving to improve my writing, and feedback from editors like you make it much easier to do so.”

–Margarite R. Stever

“Many thanks for your response, from it, I can tell you’re very good at what you do.”

–Kisa, Visually Versed

“Thank you so much for your detailed feedback!! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you taking the time to read and analyze my work . . . It’s not every day a contest gives you comprehensive feedback instead of a simple yes/no!”

–Lena Crown

“Thank you so much for your feedback, it always makes me feel inspired and motivated.”

–Elizabeth Cockle

“Thanks for the wonderful feedback, never, never, got that before in thirty years.”

–Jenny Hickinbotham

Bay Area Book Festival

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How hard is it to tell the world about your book?

Not too hard.

It’s getting them to listen that’s the trick.

Saturday I shared books with other local writers at the Dublin (CA) Library, and even sold some.

Today my interview with Kaye Lynn Booth is out.

via Interview with author B. Lynn Goodwin

Take a look, leave a reply, and let me know if you’d like to interview me for your blog.

BTW, it’s never too late to pick up a copy of NEVER TOO LATE: From Wannabe to Wife at 62.

Also available wherever books are sold. Just tell them to order from Ingram.

“A delightful read that will teach you much about the process of discerning what is right for you.” ~~Linda Marshall, author of A Long Awakening to Grace

“Instead of continuing to search for a mate who is a mirror of ourselves, who is the most intelligent, wealthy, successful, witty, etc., embrace the person who is authentic and trustworthy, with styles or attributes that we lack, who brings out the best in us.” ~~L. Kain

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CONGRATULATIONS!

My husband, a major player in Never Too Late, says, “You don’t lose until you quit trying.” Good statement!

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COMMENTS FROM PREVIOUS CONTESTANTS:

–Jamie Fouty

“Thank you so much for your feedback! I really appreciate you taking the time to give me your thoughts. I’m always striving to improve my writing, and feedback from editors like you make it much easier to do so.”

–Margarite R. Stever

“Many thanks for your response, from it, I can tell you’re very good at what you do.”

–Kisa, Visually Versed

“Thank you so much for your detailed feedback!! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you taking the time to read and analyze my work . . . It’s not every day a contest gives you comprehensive feedback instead of a simple yes/no!”

–Lena Crown

“Thank you so much for your feedback, it always makes me feel inspired and motivated.”

–Elizabeth Cockle

“Thanks for the wonderful feedback, never, never, got that before in thirty years.”

–Jenny Hickinbotham

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