Tag Archives: Donna Carrick

Exotic Locales–Part I: the Great Firewall of China ~ Donna Carrick

Posted on October 22, 2013 by mesdamesofmayhem

As someone who was born and raised in a northern climate, I admit to feeling the not-so-occasional pull toward far-off beaches, where the sun shines daily and music is part of the air one breathes. We tourists tend to forget … Continue reading →

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The Future of Publishing, Part II: Anthologies ~ Donna Carrick

Posted on September 10, 2013 by mesdamesofmayhem

Advice for writers: Why participate in an anthology? I love novels. There. I said it. I love writing novels, and I love reading them. For me, there is no delight quite as satisfying as immersing myself fully in the brilliant … Continue reading →

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The Future of Publishing – Part I: Why I love my Kindle… ~ Donna Carrick

Posted on August 6, 2013 by mesdamesofmayhem

We Carricks are a family of bibliophiles. Martha Stewart would have a “clutter-buster” field day in our home. From one room to the next, our deco-theme is consistent: a rich display of Canadian yarns — both the literary and the … Continue reading →

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Author Branding: a sometimes “Mysterious” concept for Crime Writers ~ Donna Carrick

Posted on July 9, 2013 by mesdamesofmayhem

From cryptic tales to cozies, from classic mysteries to thrillers, the scope of our beloved “Crime” genre is being magnified even as I write this entry. The growing list includes: True Crime; Antiquities; Paranormal; Gumshoe; Literary Thrillers; Classic Mystery; Cozies; … Continue reading →