I’m
excited to be part of The Cult of Me
blog today. I love blogs that introduce readers to new authors and much
more. I started blogging regularly about three years ago. My goal was to create
a blog where people would learn not only about me but also about writing and
other writers.
Many
readers have no idea what it takes to write, publish and then sell a novel. My
blog, Joan Says, helps them get a better
picture of that process. I not only feature writers and ask them questions
about what they write, how they write, and what challenges they face, I also
provide newsy posts about writing. For example, one of the most popular posts I
wrote was “Five
Misconceptions about Fiction Writing.” It was fun to write and I had a lot
of writers chiming in.
Because
of my interest in other writers, I try to feature a new writer every Wednesday
on my blog. Author Pat Gligor was one of the most popular. Many of her readers
joined us that day.
Now
my blog is retweeted throughout the Twitter world as there is so much to learn
about writing and publishing.
As
I approach November 25 when my publisher will release my first novel, The Clock Strikes Midnight, I am
thankful for the friend’s I’ve made through my blog. I’ve created a very
supportive community of readers and writers.
“With
The Clock Strikes Midnight, Joan Curtis has written a true page-turner. The
plot follows a successful businesswoman named Janie as she takes a journey back
over her life. The diagnosis of terminal cancer (given on the opening page, so
no plot spoiler there) rouses Janie's determination to take care of unfinished
issue from an early period in her life. The story begins in Savannah, Georgia,
but quickly moves to Atlanta where the author deftly describes the contrasts of
various parts of that city.
Joan
Curtis takes the reader through Janie's life story and that of the previous
generation. The characters of her family and friends are developed with
sensitivity, even though some of them are very unattractive. Central to the
plot is an understanding of Janie's family - her mother, stepfather and her
sister, in particular.
In
the process, the author describes Janie's determination and her progress
towards settling the old issue before the cancer causes her death. Exactly what
that issue is does not become clear until the final pages. But it becomes
obvious that it involves the murder of Janie's mother by her step-father,
Ralph. Ralph's plea of innocence only adds to the uncertainty and suspense.
On
a number of occasions, the reader may anticipate the ending, but each time a
new variable is introduced to maintain the uncertainty and tension! The result
is a fast-moving suspense-filled yarn. Those who like a good mystery story will
enjoy this book.”
Jeffrey
Brook Stewart of http://www.Readersfavorite.com
Joan
I love the review of THE CLOCK STRIKES MIDNIGHT! I can't wait to read the book. It sounds like a real page-turner. Best of luck with the book.
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