One of the greatest parts of being a member of this community of writers is the connecting, supporting and encouraging of each other. There are virtual and in-person groups across the world, numerous conferences and retreats, all giving us the ability to share, learn and succeed in our writing journey.
A couple of days ago, I connected with someone, who is launching a new online magazine, The North Ink, this May, which will highlight Canadian authors. After discussing the opportunity of myself being included, I asked if I could share the details with some writer friends. This was welcomed with open arms and I sent a compiled joint message to numerous contacts. I have no problem sharing such opportunities with people, who have the same passion and are generous in their support of others.
When we support each other, it goes beyond the ‘shop local’ because the writing community is global. We are connected by the power of words. You never know how a connection will affect you, them, or your writing – be brave reach out.
Read Furiously: A shining light of innovation in the book publishing industry. Publishers, Samantha Atzeni and Adam Wilson are making waves in the industry with new innovations in publishing and marketing.
In 2012, Read Furiously published its first title, the graphic novel series The MOTHER Principle. Today we dedicate our time and energies to publishing titles that offer a new perspective on the world through a roster of fascinating voices.
Our goal at Read Furiously is to create a new generation of readers (lovingly referred to as “Furious Readers”) who view reading as a necessity for this busy world. We believe that reading is more than performative – reading is an activity that brings people together to help us make sense of where we come from and where we are going. Every Read Furiously title is curated carefully to reflect these values.
With every title we publish, Read Furiously donates 5% of our net proceeds to various literacy programs and book-related charities, and we also invite our talented creators to do the same. We also work with Little Free Libraries and book donation programs throughout NJ. We understand that reading can be a form of activism and we take this responsibility very seriously.
Through our published titles and community efforts, Read Furiously recognizes that reading is a personal and social act. If we are successful in combining the two, being a Furious Reader will be another way we can change the world – one book at a time. We strive to celebrate diverse voices and encourage a sustainable reading journey.
S. Atzeni (she/they) is a writer of prose, comics, and academic scholarship. They are the co-author of The MOTHER Principle graphic novel series and have an upcoming volume in the One ‘n Done series. S. Atzeni is the co-founder and editorial director of Read Furiously Publishing and currently teaches post-modernism, Holocaust studies, superheroes, and pop culture at The College of New Jersey.
A former comic editor, Adam Wilson is one of the co-publishers of Read Furiously and an award-winning comic writer, His works includes Brian & Bobbi, In the Fallout, Helium, the novella What About Tuesday, and the upcoming graphic novel Last of the Pops. He co-writes the graphic novel series The MOTHER Principle and edits the anthology series Life in the Garden State with his partner S. Atzeni.
To request an interview with Samantha and/or Adam, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com / 403.464.6925.
The 2023 winner of the ABR Award for Best Thriller, Techno Category by the critically acclaimed writing duo, Breakfield and Burkey
Breakfield and Burkey are deliberate and methodical in their weaving of a story. While one does expect a plot twist or two, they still happen unexpectedly or with a completely unexpected twist. The authors are intentional in their reveals and never disappoint!The narrator, Derek Shoales is excellent as the voice actor. He is very skilled at projecting the emotions and actions of each character according to the situation – the female characters are given strong and authoritative voices as are the males. He also does a very good female voice! He switches with fluid ease between the accents and genders. Derek Shoales and his support team are excellent!” _ Audiobook Reviewer.com
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The Enigma Series
“ Brisk, frothy thriller mixing high-tech investigation and romance _ Publishers Weekly / Book Life”
About Charles and Rox
Charles Breakfield is a technology expert in security, networking, voice, and anything digital. He enjoys writing, studying World War II history, travel, and cultural exchanges. Charles is a fan of wine tastings, winemaking, Harley riding, cooking extravaganzas, and woodworking.
Rox Burkey is a technology professional who excels at optimizing technology and business investments. She works with customers all over the world focusing on optimized customer experiences. Rox writes white papers and documentation, but found she has a marked preference for writing fiction.
Together these Texas authors create award-winning stories that resonate with males and females and young and experienced adults. They bring a fresh new view to technology possibilities today in exciting stories. Visit their website for more information and free stuff. Https://www.EnigmaSeries.com
This week we celebrate Copyright Law Day, but what is copyright? The dictionary definition is:
cop·y·right /ˈkäpēˌrīt/
noun – the exclusive legal right, given to an originator, or an assignee to print, publish, perform, film, or record literary, artistic, or musical material, and to authorize others to do the same.
Owning the copyright for a work means you have the exclusive right to commercially benefit from its use. Those who want to use your work will have to acquire the right or get your permission
To copyright our work there are three simple steps. However, check what the process is for your location as the ‘rules’ vary.
1. Ensure Your Work Is Eligible for Copyright
Before you file a copyright registration, it’s important to make sure you’re eligible. If you produce something for an employer, it should already be covered under their copyright, so you don’t need to get copyright protection with the United States Copyright Office.
Whilst in Canada – You send a completed application by mail to CIPO, or submit it online for a reduced fee. You do not need to include a copy of your work with the application since CIPO does not review or assess works in any way.
UK, EU, and every country that is a signatory to the Berne Convention – You get copyright protection automatically – you don’t have to apply or pay a fee. There isn’t a register of copyright works in the UK. You automatically get copyright protection when you create: original literary, dramatic, musical and artistic work, including illustration and photography.
2. File a Copyright Registration Application (USA)
Submit an application. When your original work is ready to be copyrighted, you can find the copyright registration application on copyright.gov. Registering your copyright is also important if you need to file a lawsuit for copyright infringement.
3. File a Copy of the Copyrighted Material (USA)
With your copyright registration application, you need to include a copy of the material you want to copyright.
As author’s and writer’s we are aware of the ‘trends’ within our industry. We may decide to follow them, or not, it is entirely a personal choice. However, being current with our genre’s changing mode, gives us an insight into what readers want. For genre specific authors, this may change the direction of a manuscript’s plot, or how the narrative is presented and worded.
In 2024 there is a developing trend, which is a combination of romance with science fiction or fantasy. “Deeply emotional stories across all romance subgenres are striking chords with readers, but fantasy romance is really continuing to come into its own, along with dark romance.”
Apart from this is the increasing need for e-Books, and audio books, both of which are areas of exploration for authors in getting more exposure for their work. Unfortunately, AI, is also becoming ‘popular’ which is destroying true creativity. We must fight for limits on these software’s to stop plagiarism. Luckily, there are some AI detectors launched by various businesses and corporations, including Amazon and Google to curb the explosion of illegal use of copyrighted material. There are also privacy concerns due to how OpenAI being able to train these types of software. We do not know what the future holds, but check your published works regularly to ensure it is not being used without your consent and/or without payment to you.
This leads us to creative and extraordinary book cover trends as well. So what await us in 2024?
Minimalist
Detailed, complex and ornate patterns with many elements.
Colorful illustrations.
Realistic 3D modeling of characters and settings.
Abstract cover designs.
Double exposure
Intriguing collages
Flowery and botanic motifs
Pop art and retro elements.
Retro aesthetics
Symbolic object-based
AI-generated art
Have trends influenced your choices on content or cover design?
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