Posted by Mark Alders on Monday, September 6, 2010,
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I just wanted to say a big thank you to all of you wonderful people who have bought my books and enjoyed them. I have been getting so many reviews and emails and responses it's been wonderful. I have so enjoyed writing the stories I have and to hear such words validates why I write. Thank you.
Sure, I may not set the world alight with my sales, but know this, I will continue to try and put out as best I can so that I keep getting those wonderful words from you, my readers! After all, without ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Saturday, September 4, 2010,
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I have to say, this image is hilarious! Couldn't resist posting it.
Now, on a more writerly note, please note that "Fire of the Heart" is available now through eXtasy books! So if you've read and enjoyed the previous parts, don't forget to grab your copy of this one. Only one more part to go and that will mean the end of the Pembroke Eve Chronicles. I can't believe it's nearly all over! It has been a thrill ride.
Soon, October, in fact, The Keeper of the Land series begins. A two part fantasy ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Sunday, August 29, 2010,
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The
discovery of a wounded unicorn on his father's farm sparks a series of
events Logan couldn't even fathom in his wildest dreams. Through this
unicorn, he is confronted with sexual suggestion, magic and the promise
of power. Logan and his brother Blake are quickly plunged into a world
consumed by greed, lust and revenge. A world dominated by an ancient war
between the unicorns and the centaurs. Can Blake save his brother from
the unicorn's grasp before it's too late? Or more importan... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Sunday, August 15, 2010,
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Today, the 15th of August, the fourth installment of the Pembroke Eve Chronicles, Fire of the Heart was released. Click here to get your copy to continue the adventure. Fire of the Heart |
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“Hey, look!” Zane called out, gesturing toward the sky.
A dragon, as white as the snow on the mountains, came down to land
in fron... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Thursday, August 12, 2010,
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Posted by Mark Alders on Wednesday, August 4, 2010,
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It seems that in my dazed and confused state this week (working 14 hour days and getting a slight cold) I entered a competition and won! Now, I've never won anything in my life, so you can imagine my surprise. What did I win? I won a cover promotion for one of my books for one month at either The Romance Studio, Romance Junkies or Millennium Promotions (eXtasy's promotional arm) So which one do I choose? I need to get my name out, no doubt, especially as I am a new force in GLBT speculative f... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Tuesday, July 27, 2010,
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Here's an an update for all my
wonderful readers and the hoards of fans alike
First, did a bit
of tinkering on my main website...Mainly added lots of pretty images to
help sparkle things up a bit http://www.markalders.com
:-)Then, on the 15th of August part 4 of
Pembroke is released. Titled, Fire of the Heart. It involves lots of
dragon shifters and an adventure that will culminate in an amazing
revelation for our hero, Jacob.
The Keeper of the Land series
starts October the 1st! Can you... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Monday, July 26, 2010,
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What a silly what's its name I am. The release date for Fire of the Heart is the 15th of AUGUST not October! Doh!
I think I need another holiday! LOL
Hope of the Spirit, the final chapter of the Pembroke Eve Chronicles will be 15th October! Then the spin-off series, Diary of the Eternal War will take over from there :-) (don't know dates yet)
Stay tuned...
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Posted by Mark Alders on Thursday, July 22, 2010,
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Well, here it is, my latest cover for my
next release! How awesome is it?! When's it coming out? August the 15th! Stay tuned, there will be a competition soon, too.
Here's the blurb, too!
Fire
of the Heart is the fourth installment in the Pembroke Eve Chronicles
and takes place a few weeks after the Spring Dance.
Jacob, Callum
and Zane are packing up for the night in the Food Emporium, when Mr.
Barnaby bursts in proclaiming Aloysius is missing. Where could a twenty
foot dragon have disa... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Sunday, July 18, 2010,
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Back from holidays. Had a great time. Talk later. Tired. Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Friday, July 9, 2010,
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I am officially on holidays now. Yippee! In a few days
(14th July) I am going away for much needed r&r to a place called
Phillip Island. No internet. No TV. No phone...bliss. I am looking
forward to spending time snuggled up in a log cabin, roaring fire, book
in hand and spending time with the family.
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Thursday, June 17, 2010,
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Well, I've been in hospital...again! How did it happen this time? Well, over the weekend I experienced a sharp, shooting pain in my left leg. I immediately panicked, thinking I had another DVT (Those who know what I've been through this year will know all about that) So I went to the doctor, who in turn and also concerned, told me to get to the hospital for scans as quick as I could. He did the referrals and all that straight away.
By this stage my blood pressure was through the roof, and I ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Tuesday, June 15, 2010,
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Just
got word, this very second, that "The Nourisher", has been accepted by
eXtasy books. Vernon will live! I am so pleased. You'll all fall in
love with the most adorable character ever, an 8ft hairy alien spider. I
swear you will.
Thanks to Patty and Michele for beta reading
this story. You guys rock!
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Saturday, June 12, 2010,
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Dear editor (of said unnamed
publication)
I, Mark Alders, am hereby withdrawing my submission
to your publication. The novel, titled, "The Nourisher", has been in
your company for more than 7 months, far too long for you to just sit on
it with no word as to it status.
What's more, after numerous
unanswered queries, it has come time for me to decide the fate of my
work and build my career without your publication. I find it truly
unprofessional that you haven't even bothered to email me ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Friday, June 4, 2010,
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No, I haven't been let out of my asylum
early...my next book and the next exciting chapter in the Pembroke Eve
Chronicles, Time of the Soul has been!
Click here to get your copy and continue the adventure...this time
there's a vampire on the loose, but not as you know them :-) Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Sunday, May 23, 2010,
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Time to dedicate a blog entry to someone else for a change. I may make this a regular thing, seeing as nattering on about myself may be therapeutic and all, but geez, sometimes it does get tiring LOL
So, today I give you Tony and Ryan a book by Michele Montgomery. This is Michele's first foray into the m/m world and I have my copy, ready and eager to be devoured as soon as I can. I can't wait.
Here's the blurb:
Tony and Ryan are not your typical gay couple. Although they are
American, they are ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Monday, May 10, 2010,
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I have been interviewed. Yep. Little
'ol me.
Here's a snippet:
Congratulations on your
award for, “The Pauper’s Prize”.(Which by the way was absolutely
fantastic! My first m/m fantasy ever!) Where did you get the idea to
write that story from?
Thank you so much for your kind
words. Oh, I know, what a thrill it was to receive such an award, and
for my second novel, too! Even the organizer/judges were shocked from
what I heard. I was a dark horse. How cool. I’ve never been a dark h... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Wednesday, April 28, 2010,
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The Pembroke Eve Chronicles are in full swing. "Light of the Body" (part 2) is out now and "Time of the Soul" (part 3) is out next (June 15th). So, I thought it might be time to introduce you all to the next installment after that. Titled, "Fire of the Heart" (part 4), this book continues the adventures of Jacob and co. This time...there be dragons! Stay tuned for the August 15th release of this one :-)
Fire of the Heart is
the fourth installment in the Pembroke Eve Chronicles and takes plac... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Monday, April 19, 2010,
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At last, the next installment of The Pembroke Eve Chronicles, Time of the Soul, has a cover! I am thrilled to see that Angela has done such a wonderful job yet again! I can't thank her enough. The series is in full swing now, so here's the synopsis of the Time of the Soul to help whet your appetite for m/m sci-fi and fantasy :-)Time of the Soul continues
the adventure a month after the events of Light of the Body.
This
time the townsfolk are celebrating the Spring Dance. An event that will
... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Thursday, April 15, 2010,
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Light of the Body has arrived! To purchase a copy, click here.Of course, with the arrival of my latest release there is a competition. Simply email me (click on the snail on my home page to email me) the receipt for Light of the Body and you can get the first book, Shadows of the Mind, for free (in PDF). That's right! So, even if you haven't bought the first book, but want to start a series and experience the fun in Pembroke Eve, simply purchase the second book and there you have it, you'll h... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Tuesday, April 13, 2010,
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Yep. Only a couple of days away now--the 15th of April to be exact--until the second book of the Pembroke Eve Chronicles is released. Titled, Light of the Body, the adventure continues. Here's an teaser excerpt to whet your appetite...bon appitite!
Zane
looked rattled, but tried to hide his emotions by stretching,
pretending he
was still in the process of waking up. The sight of him flexing in
front of me
was…how can I say it? Attractive. His armpits, with their little tufts
of... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Friday, April 9, 2010,
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Sorry for being missing in action lately, but boy have I been a busy beaver!
As far as my writing goes I am knee deep in the 4th installment of The Pembroke Eve Chronicles, the one with dragon shifters and nymphs, and also editing Unicorn's Peril, the first book in a new series I am doing. Also, I am damn well trying to get The Song of Tristan and Isolde finished! I am...I really am.
I have part five to write to wrap up Pembroke and part three to write to wrap up the unicorn series (titled The... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Friday, March 19, 2010,
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The Rainbow Awards are back this year! I won second place in the fantasy category last year with "The Pauper's Prize." Am I going to enter this year? You betcha! Here's the run down for those of you who may be considering entering.Enjoy :-)From the LiveJournal entry of the Awards host, Elisa Rolle and copied with permission: To avoid some complaints on how rushed past edition was, I decided to
start the process a little earlier ;-) So, the Submission process for
the 2010 Rainbow Award starts... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Sunday, March 14, 2010,
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More on my health today seeing as I have been in hospital and back and forth between the doctors these past few days.I woke
up Saturday morning and my urine was blood. I went straight to the
doctor who sent me straight to the hospital. The upshot of it all was
that I had a clot in my left kidney, and my body was giving me hell. I
was in so much pain.
There is a bright side. I am no longer on any medication! Why? Because
my body is passing the clot naturally and I don't have DVT anymore... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Tuesday, March 9, 2010,
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And
what a stunner it is. I would like to publicly thank Angela (the cover
artist at eXtasy) for doing such a great job...AGAIN! What a champion she is!
So, with great pride in my heart, here's the cover of "Light of the Body"
coming in April to eXtasy books and the second part of my best selling
series, The Pembroke Eve Chronicles.
Feedback welcome :-)
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Sunday, March 7, 2010,
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Long ago, in a galaxy far, far away--no, wait...wrong beginning! A while ago I used to run an intactivist web site known as F Club (the 'F' standing for foreskin) Due to some pro circ people petitioning the web host, and peddling their narrow-minded ideology onto those who frequented this blog, the site was shut down.
Since that day I have been receiving heaps and heaps of emails to start the blog back up, in whatever way, shape or form. The support has been overwhelming in fact. Don't forget... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Wednesday, March 3, 2010,
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I awoke to some fantastic news this morning! Shadows of the Mind is a best seller, reaching number 5 on the monthly rankings. Not bad for a book that was released mid month on the 15th! Then again, I didn't think I had a snow balls chance in hell to get into the charts. I had some stiff (no pun intended) competition this month. Stephani Hecht, AJ Llewellyn, DJ Manly, Viola Grace and Stone Richards are just stunning authors and a huge congrats to them for making the charts, too.
Little 'ol me ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Saturday, February 20, 2010,
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You all know that a boy needs his toys. Well, I just got me a brand spanking new eReader! It's the iRiver "Story" and it's just so damn sexy I fell in love with it straight away. Even the cover is sex in cream coloured plastic! YUM!
Why did I buy this instead of the Kindle or the Sony eReader?
Well, I have to say here I knew more about eReaders than the sales guy! In the end he was asking me questions. Do you know how good that feels? LOL Anyway, I digress.
I bought this particular eReader beca... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Monday, February 15, 2010,
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With great pleasure in my heart I am pleased to announce the release today of "Shadows of the Mind". Don't forget, for the next 2 weeks there is a competition running (see post below). I hope I end up giving away heaps of free books to all of my wonderful readers.
You can purchase your copy from here. Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Tuesday, February 2, 2010,
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Over there at MANtastic, the book of the week this week is one of mine, The Pauper's Prize! I am so thrilled to see it up there, open for discussion and getting a bit of the spot light. So comments and thoughts are welcome!
Here's the lovely write up about The Pauper's Prize and something more about my writing, too.
Winning 2nd place in the Fantasy category at 2009 Rainbow Awards, The Pauper’s Prize is a classic tale set within a time of Lords and Ladies and with many intriguing twists.
Mark ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Saturday, January 30, 2010,
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The countdown has well and truly begun! Only 15 days to go until the release of Shadows of the Mind! I can't wait. Thanks to all of you who have supported me and a great big thanks to all of my readers who have shown such enthusiasm to the book and all the other books I have in my back catalog.
Speaking of my back catalog, Mama's Heart has become a best seller over there at All Romance eBooks! I can't believe it. Such a great surprise to find out that my stories are still selling and selling ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Sunday, January 24, 2010,
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Today, after nearly 6 days in hospital (as a hospital@home patient) I have been discharged! This means one thing for me. NO MORE NEEDLES IN THE STOMACH!! I couldn't be happier. The down side is that I have to go to the doctors today for more blood tests to make sure the levels are right in my system to help dissolve the clot. I then have to go every week for at least 3 months to make sure things are good. I will be on the drugs for 6 months.
So...what are the lifestyle changes I will have to u... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Friday, January 22, 2010,
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The internet is a wonderful thing. Not only is it a great tool, you get to meet such wonderful people as well. I would like to thank each and every one of you who sent me well wishes and blessings, either in person or on many of the blogs and forums I frequent. I do hope I get better soon.
I have noticed one thing about hospital@home care. The only place where I can sit in the whole house so I can elevate my leg is where the dog usually makes her home. LOL I get such dirty looks from her as I ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Tuesday, January 19, 2010,
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On my birthday (14th Jan) I began complaining of a cramp in my leg. I thought
nothing of it, but the pain didn't go away and a few days later my leg
had swelled up like a balloon. By the weekend I couldn't walk. My partner insisted that I go to the doctor (today) and as soon as the doctor
saw me he became immediately concerned.
I was rushed off for x-rays and
ultrasounds and doppler scans and the upshot of it all is that I have a
blood clot in my calf (thankfully below the knee) Seems I have ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Wednesday, January 13, 2010,
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Here it is, the official cover of Shadows of the Mind, part one in the Pembroke Eve Chronicles. The cover is brilliant, and what's more, made a fantastic birthday present for me. Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Saturday, January 2, 2010,
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My new series, The Pembroke Eve Chronicles will be coming soon. I know waiting until February is a pain, but think about how quickly 2009 went!
I have done a couple of mock-up covers of a couple of books in the series and will be doing the rest over the coming days. They are not official covers, but they sure were fun to do! See them here. Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Friday, January 1, 2010,
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That's right, eXtasy is continuing its back-catalog sale into January due to reader demand. That means you can keep getting all my 2009 books for an amazing 30% off for another month!
Call of the Hunted
Mama's Heart
The Cadet's Officer
The Pauper's Prize
For those of you who want new stuff from me, the wait will soon be over. February marks the beginning of my m/m sci-fi fantasy series, The Pembroke Eve Chronicles. Book one: Shadows of the Mind will be coming out on the 15th! I can't wait.
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Thursday, December 17, 2009,
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For those of you who noticed, my site underwent a little makeover recently. I think the new look reflects me as a writer a little better. I do write sci-fi more often than not, with the rest of my stories being fantasy. So, yeah, a spacey theme works well IMHO.
This new look also includes, in the tabs at the top, the new series' I am working on. "The Pembroke Eve Chronicles" and "The Keeper of the Land Series" have both been accepted by eXtasy books and will be published starting from February... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Wednesday, December 16, 2009,
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Well, first it's the news that The Pauper's Prize placed second in the fantasy category at the Rainbow Awards, then I hear my short story, The Cadet's Officer got a respectable 3 star (good read) review from Night Owl Romance (one of the largest online reviewers of romance novels)
Sure, The Cadet's Officer is a short story, so when a reviewer wants to see more, you can be pretty certain they related well to the characters and wanted said short story to be a novel or a the very least a lot lon... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Saturday, December 5, 2009,
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I have been knee deep in my new WIP, Light of the Body, the second, yet standalone, part of the Pembroke Eve Chronicles. Remember, Shadows of the Mind is due for release in February, so I've basically got to get my writing skates on!
So how's Light of the Body shaping up?
Well, I've planted down nearly 10,000 words, and just like my NaNo novel last month, this thing has taken me over. It starts off all sweet and romantic with Jacob (the series is told through his eyes) and Callum about to go t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Tuesday, December 1, 2009,
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Over there at eXtasy you can get all my '09 releases, that's Call of the Hunted, Mama's Heart, The Cadet's Officer and The Pauper's Prize, all for an amazing 30% off! So for your chance to fill up your eBook stocking this Christmas, head on over to eXtasy and pick up some great bargains. Call of the HuntedMama's HeartThe Cadet's OfficerThe Pauper's Prize Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Monday, November 30, 2009,
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First the news part:
It's official, the editor of eXtasy emailed me this morning saying that my fantasy/sci-fi/erotic m/m series The Pembroke Eve Chronicles will be run every 60 days, starting on February the 15th with the first part: "Shadows of the Mind." Whoot!
Never fear, each part can be read as a stand alone, too, but best read in succession to get the full character arc for each person in the book. The stories are seperate, with each book having something different happen to the charact... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Sunday, November 29, 2009,
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Okay, I am a glutton for punishment. Here is my current list of WIPS (works in progress)
The Pembroke Eve Chronicles:
Books One: Shadows of the Mind--written and released Jan/Feb '10
Book Two: Light of the Body--half written and needs a complete re-write. March '10 release
Book Three: Time of the Soul--outline done, again, needs to be re-written date Jun '10 release (tentative)
Book Four: Fire of the Heart--Needs to be written if required in story arc. I haven't decided but will know closer to the... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Saturday, November 28, 2009,
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Oh, my, I have been overwhelmed with the wonderful support of people who have enjoyed my books/stories. Nothing, and I mean, nothing warms my soul more than hearing how readers react to my works, and to be honest, they don't even have to be gushing praises. Feedback, good honest feedback, is worth gold. Again, thank you!
A lot of you have been enjoying The Pauper's Prize, saying how you love my take on the fairy tale. It has always been a goal of mine to write a fairy tale, seems I hit the r... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Saturday, November 28, 2009,
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The Cadet's Officer is a best seller in the sci-fi category over there at All Romance eBooks. What a thrill to see one of my stories in the charts. My publisher has told me the sales are very nice, too :-) Can't ask for better than that
Here is the link to see that nice star next to my title. The star means a best seller. *grin* Or you can go here to get a blurb and synopsis and a direct link to my publisher if you so wish.
Oh, and for those of you who want to win a copy of it, drop me a line.... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Thursday, November 26, 2009,
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Well, for those of you who didn't know (and I think I shouted it out so loud from every roof top the neighbours thought I was insane LOL) I won NaNo this year!! That gives me two wins in three years now...
The book, The Nourisher, took over and virtually wrote itself. I think I notched up nearly 5000 words in one day at one stage. Very rare for me! I am pleased with the overall story arc, and yes, there will be sequels, the characters demanded it!
Anyway...what now? Well, I have sent said nove... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Monday, November 23, 2009,
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I am so excited and extremely happy for so many of my author friends getting their work published, some for the first time, others enjoying continued success. Some have decided to go the traditional route and got their work published by old fashioned publishing houses, others (like me) have found success in the eBook market. Congrats to (in no particular order), Bosley, Patty, Wendy, Linda, Gracen, Tierney and so many more I have forgotten to mention but you know who you are.
There are many pa... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Thursday, November 12, 2009,
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My next release will be Shadows of the Mind. It's looking like a February the 15th release date at this stage. I can't wait.
The cover above is a mock up, but I'll post the publishers cover as soon as I get it. I have sent in my cover request to eXtasy's new cover artist and I can't wait to see what she comes up with for the book.
So stay tuned. I'm excited about this release because, not only is it a story that was a sheer joy to write for me, it's my first full length novel, too. Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Wednesday, November 4, 2009,
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I might just do this! From the Ravenous Romance Blog:
Last year more than 100,000 writers participated, and every year one or two of them get published.We'd like to increase the odds.Ravenous
Romance novels are 50,000 - 60,000 words. We love finding new writers.
So, we'd really like you to write a 50,000 word novel for RR.Although
we publish just about every category of erotic romance, our readers are
anxious for more M/M/, paranormal and menage. We'd love to see more
science fiction erotic ro... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Thursday, October 22, 2009,
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I've had a great response to this blog so far with plenty of you leaving me wonderful messages about how easy my new shiny site is on the eyes, easy to navigate, and above all, giving heaps of information about my books and yours truly.
I've had so much fun doing this site and look forward to making it even better as I get used to all the features on offer. Such an easy system to use, I don't know why I didn't have my own website years ago...
Now I just have to figure out how to activate comme... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Thursday, October 22, 2009,
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I am very happy with the new site here. Very functional and very easy to use, and that's saying something for me. I'm usually damn well lame at tech stuff. So yeah, stick around and follow me on my magical writing journey. I will be updating this blog pretty much every day, so stay tuned. You can catch me on twitter, too. Just click on the link on the right hand side of this blog. While you're there, follow me and I'll follow you back. Continue reading ...
Posted by Mark Alders on Wednesday, October 21, 2009,
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Well, folks, I have decided to condense all of my blogs and have all of my content on the one 'official' Mark Alders web site. Welcome!For all my writing news, reviews, updates and releases and anything else about my writing, you'll find it here. Continue reading ...
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About Me
My name is Mark Alders. I live in a house. This house has a street in front of it which is a good thing because if it didn't I wouldn't be able to drive down to the shop and purchase the chocolate I need on a daily basis *giggle*
Seriously, I am a mild mannered post office worker by day and an erotic romance writer (mainly male/male) at night. Not much else to say other than, like everyone else, I have bills to pay, a mortgage and family that I love and drive me crazy all at the same time. Oh, and I have a dog, too!
See?
Average Joe...except when I get down and write...then I let my imagination go to places I never knew existed and my characters invade my mind.
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