Jody, Jody, Silver

Hi all,

Just emailed you my short story"Jody, Jody, Silver" for some feedback. What works for you? What doesn't? Could the ending do more? Could the title do more?

Thanks!!!

Spoiler Alert

I have sent the final chapters of Tramp from the final edit. The whole manuscript goes off to the publisher tomorrow AM for a March 3 release.

 

We pick up where Tramp and his associates have freed the last of the stolen talented animals and contacted the law.

 

Any comments should be directed to the next book of Tramp, A T.K. & Associates Mystery.

I would really like those suggestions.

What is the next caper? Can he meet a Sherlock Holmes character?

 

The blurb support has been amazing. Alison McGhee, Marsha Q., Will Weaver and a long time neighbor from Kenwood. This is her blurb,

 

""I knew Tramp!  And I cheer his charm as it streams into this story out of the heart of his whimsical owner, author Bill Kennedy.  I feel the same goose-bumps I got pulling for Pinocchio and the sweet Poky Puppy.  He’s Nancy Drew in furry pants!  The setting is real, and so is the magic.  The children talk to the animals and they talk right back. This may be fiction but it has a pulse we know." 

 

The trick in today's publishing world is to get as many kids, teachers and librarians talking about the book. My nephew teaches 5th grade in Elgin, Ill. Of course, he will get a copy.   

 

I speak to the ND Reading Association on April 3, and the B&N in Edina on April 24th. Maybe Birchbark bookstore in Tramp's neighborhood that same weekend.

 

Any marketing ideas are also encouraged for all of our benefits.

 

All I can tell you is it is a crazy time.

Sludge January

Hey Team,

I'm sending about 20 pages of Sludge. It takes up from where the last installment ended with Sludge in the Rocky Mountains. He's hiding in the parking lot outside a store in North Fork, Idaho. He's on the run after escaping from Mathew's compound. All the usual questions apply. I also feel like it's kind of bloated. Any tips on shortening, tightening and getting rid of anything not needed would be appreciated. Also, how can I up the tension and keep it exciting and enjoyable to read?

Thanks,
Alan

New Schedule

Hi everyone,

Here's the schedule to take us into 2014!

Riley          Dec. 29th
Alan           Jan. 19th
Bill               February 9th
Andy           March 2nd
Dave             March 23rd
Carolyn         April 13th

If you'd like to move up or back for any reason, please let me know and we can make the adjustment.

Wake Up - YA short story

This is my first attempt at YA.  It's a sci-fi/horror kind of thing.  Not sure I love it.  Maybe it's needs more clarity, or more punch in the language.  Is it suspenseful at all?  Any ideas on how to make it better?

Killing Conrad Gohl

Hi everyone,

I've sent along the opening of Killing Conrad Gohl. What cool occultish magical possiblities do you see envision for the story? And are there any movies and books you'd suggest I read for information and inspiration?

Thanks, Write Fu!!!

Sludge

Well group,

This is another installment of Sludge. The first four pages are a revised beginning. It could start in at least three different places. Tell me what you think about where you think is the best place.

The rest is a continuation of what you've already read. Glade, who is now called Sludge by his friends, has escaped from the compound. He is at the hospital where a nice family took him. He has negotiated for some clothes and money with the doctor. Now he is waiting in a hospital room for the doctor to get 20 more dollars.

Carolyn, I'll also send you the first 84 pages to read if you feel so inclined.

Thanks,
Alan