http://www.suzakates.com/blog Unique writer's trivia with some humor thrown in the mix. Wed, 01 Sep 2010 16:09:00 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Hi everyone! Hope you're all getting a little decrease in temp like we are, but I guess if Savannah is cooling off, safe to say everywhere else is. : ) First I'd like to give a HUGE thanks to Kay Elam for awarding me the honor of being in her "Circle ... http://www.suzakates.com/blog/?p=197 For starters, the answer to the code is...I love books, cats, and coffee! See, nothing you probably didn't already know, but it's a start. ; ) The news is that another of my books called Hallowed Eve will be released in e-book format in September! Yay! Considereing the theme, it's sort ... http://www.suzakates.com/blog/?p=195 Did you know that a cipher and a code are not the same thing? Technically, a code is something that replaces words, phrases, or sentences with groups of letters or numbers. A cipher, on the other hand,  rearranges letters or uses substitutes to disguise the message. I know this sounds like ... http://www.suzakates.com/blog/?p=193 Time is flying these days, and cliche or not, that's what it feels like! I've been busy putting together my first blog tour and am adding the dates and blog links on my website, so be sure to keep an eye on it! Several of the reviewers will be giving ... http://www.suzakates.com/blog/?p=189 I fully realize that the ride from here on out will be a roller coaster, but right now, I'm cresting that first hill and thrilled at the feeling in my belly! I received my first review from Spellbound by Books, a paranormal book review site, and she gave Whisper of a ... http://www.suzakates.com/blog/?p=187 First, let me say I'm sorry for those of you waiting on a book from Amazon. Evidently, everything closed down for the holidays,  and it's out of my control. Hope they arrive soon! I have been very pleased with sales so far, and every new one is as exciting as the ... http://www.suzakates.com/blog/?p=184 After months of waiting and planning, communicating with friends and colleagues, and plain old holding my breath...the time has arrived. I've got a book published and up for sale on the Word Wide Web! Whew. Now what do I do? I have all these plans, some being implemented and others waiting their ... http://www.suzakates.com/blog/?p=182 Wow, I can hardly believe I'm about to have my first book released. If you'd told me how long the road would be...nah...let's not go there.   : )  In all seriousness, it was worth it. The new website will be up on Friday with a link to order a pre-released, autographed ... http://www.suzakates.com/blog/?p=177 I'm seriously considering a virtual assistant.   : ) Suza http://www.suzakates.com/blog/?p=175 Is almost here! Hence the reason I've been absent from the blogosphere for quite some time. I completely understand why getting a book to press takes so long now. I used to think I would have to polish my book one good time. Ha! Twenty times is probably not enough. You think...I read ... http://www.suzakates.com/blog/?p=170