Minnette’s Comments (group member since May 15, 2019)

Minnette’s comments from the Minnette Meador Reading, Writing, Woes and Joys Group group.

C.L. wrote: "I've added some of my books to the shelf. I don't want to be a shelf hog so I'll hold back the general fiction titles. Thank you for the invite!"

Thanks so much for joining and for adding your books... can't wait to check them out. Looks like we need to have coffee some time and compare notes... Actually, come January I'd love to put together a critique group... let me know if you're interested... or anyone else from the group if you are close to Portland, OR. M;o)

Sheila wrote: "I've not been there since they moved. If the sons come over I'll be busy, but otherwise I shall plan to visit the new store and YOU! Thanks."

That would be awesome! Then I'll really feel like I"m back... M;o)

If anyone is interested...

Free Book! A Ghost of a Chance, paranormal romantic comedy of disasters

https://www.amazon.com/Ghost-Chance-B...

To introduce everyone to A Ghost of a Chance I'm giving it away for free for the next few days! It's what I call a paranormal romantic comedy of disasters....

"I loved this book! I was hooked from beginning to end! It has a little bit of everything in it, from ghosts, mystery, romance, etc. This book is a keeper. I recommend everyone to buy it and try it! :) You will not be disappointed!"

Keenan Swanson is your typical, everyday graphic designer. Well, except for the hundreds of pesky, prank-loving poltergeists that make his life interesting (in a Chinese curse sort of way). He finds his situation precarious yet manageable—until witty, smoking-hot coworker Isabella enters the scene, and Keenan decides he wants her all for himself. With a horny succubus who has other ideas, a burly city cop determined to lock Keenan away, and an evil entity who’s hell-bent on using Keenan’s seed to create a living demon, the reluctant psychic realizes he just might not come out of this alive—or with his heart intact.

Thanks, Sheila! It's so great to be back after all this time! Say, are you busy on Saturday? I'll be over at Jan's Paperback from 1-4, if you can come. I'd LOVE to see you! They've moved to downtown Beaverton: 12320 SW 1st St, Beaverton - Minnette ;o)

Thanks Don... Yep, we had to move too, but we're settled and hubby is much better. I'll check out your books as well.. not ready to share WIPs quite yet; the few that I have are all just in the beginning phase, but I will around the first of the year. I'll keep you in mind. Minnette :o)

Katherine wrote: "Minnette wrote: "OMG you're THAT Katherine...."

Haha! Yep, that Katherine! Actually, I was really glad to see you back online as well. Things didn't quite work out with Stone Garden for me, but wo..."

I'm so glad... I've been off for several years taking care of my husband who was very ill and working... sadly, writing had to be shelved for a while. Now I'm retiring and will have a lot more time. I am so excited to get back into it again. It's wonderful to be back... M;o)

Katherine wrote: "I've been writing fiction since '98, on and off in collaboration with my husband. Lately, I've also been refurbishing public domain works into ebook form (which are available on my website). In the..."

OMG you're THAT Katherine.... As I recall I loved your book! It was Lucinda, right? So wonderful that you are still writing and doing so well... does my old heart good. Nice to see you here. If you haven't already, please upload your book info into the book shelves here. I've got something planned for June that I'm hoping everyone here will like... More to come... It's so nice to hear from you again! Small world... M;o)

Minnette wrote: "Of course, Don... how could I forget! It's nice hearing from you again. I've been away for about 5 years. My husband became very ill and it has taken us this long just to get him back to normal, so..."

Sorry... I see you have put your books up there. Thanks so much... I'll check them out.

Of course, Don... how could I forget! It's nice hearing from you again. I've been away for about 5 years. My husband became very ill and it has taken us this long just to get him back to normal, so something had to give... sadly, it was my writing since he had to be put on disability. I'm soooo looking forward to getting back on my writing feet again... I can't wait. Make sure to upload your book(s) to the bookshelf and I'll check them out... I've written 2 additional books since Centurion and a couple more besides. But I do remember you very kindly. Minnette :o)

Simply Inspired Words wrote: "Would you be interested in doing an author interview featuring your book? Just a thought. I run a Publishing company and have a magazine that I’m looking for great authors to feature in our June is..."

I may have already answered this, but got a bit lost... I would be happy to do an interview. If you want to just send me an email I'm at minnettemeador at hot mail dot com. My books are all listed here on Goodreads. Thanks for the invite! Minnette

Simply Inspired Words wrote: "I am an author and also own a small publishing company that offers traditional publishing as well as offer a host of author services.

I love farming and planting gardens. I enjoy the rural life a..."

Your work sounds very rewarding... I taught special needs kids for a few year and literacy became one of my battle cries! Can you share a link to your publishing site? Also, do you write yourself? Welcome and thanks for joining us - Minnette

TinaMarie wrote: "I'm disabled, I used to a Corporate Accountant and now spend a majority of my team reading and reviewing books. After a push from a few friends I started a blog and post my reviews there as well as..."

I am absolutely going to follow your blog... I've been out of the "business" for a while... I had to quit when my husband got sick, so retiring means I get to go back to writing. I've REALLY missed it. I'm encouraging any writers here to add their books to the bookshelf. If any of mine tickle your fancy, let me know and I can get something over you. Welcome... and thanks so much for joining us. Minnette

Cindy wrote: "I am and always have been an avid reader. It started with Summer Reading Contests at my village library and continued to packing a suitcase with books on vacation! I still love actual books but tha..."

Hi, Cindy... me too! I LOVE the library and have been very thankful they like to carry my books. I've been working for 50 years (started when I was 13 as a singer - Awe, the 70s!) Anyway, very nice to meet you and hope you can find some book here you like. Please let me know what you enjoy... Minnette

Eli wrote: "Minnette wrote: "Eli wrote: "Oh, I envy you - retirement and full-time writing sounds like heaven :) I am a translator, author, book lover, animal and nature lover, love to experiment with food, ga..."

PS If you haven't already, please add your book(s) to the group's bookshelf. I'd really like to make this a group where we can read and talk about our books.

Kerry wrote: "I'm a teacher in Portland, OR, but I used to live in various places in the East Bay Area *waves to Don*. I've been writing my whole life, seriously pursuing publication for about 12 years, and fina..."

Hi, Kerry! How exciting... you must be over the moon. I taught special needs for a couple of years and absolutely love it. If you haven't already, please add your book(s) to the book shelf here... I really need reading materials and I'd like to get them from this group. I'm hoping we can share. Welcome and thanks for joining.

Hi, Don... thanks so much for sharing. What an amazing job... I travel only in my mind... and google from time to time! LOL Hoping to go to Italy next year... What era are your historical? I write about ancient Roman Britannia (first century - I'm definitely a closet historian). What is your non-fiction about?

Minnette wrote: "I'm trying to wrap up a couple of contest so here are some free books, if anyone is interested:

There are 10 free copies of The Centurion & The Queen ready now over at Amazon. First come, first se..."


I'm so glad! Hope you enjoy it... I would love a review, if you're inclined. Enjoy!

I'd love an interview... if you want to send me questions, my email is minnettemeador at hot mail dot com - I'd love to find out more about your company, if you can send me some links, I'll take a look. Minnette

Eli wrote: "Oh, I envy you - retirement and full-time writing sounds like heaven :) I am a translator, author, book lover, animal and nature lover, love to experiment with food, gardening... From Belgrade but ..."

Hi, Eli... Translating must be really fun... Congrats on your new book! I'll look it up. Thanks so much for sharing. Minnette

I'm trying to wrap up a couple of contest so here are some free books, if anyone is interested:

There are 10 free copies of The Centurion & The Queen ready now over at Amazon. First come, first served... Good luck! https://tinyurl.com/yyavdxjv

I have 9 copies of The Belle Stalker I am giving away over at Amazon, first come, first served today! Come and get 'em! https://tinyurl.com/yyd6lwgg

I would love to have the authors in the group add their books to the bookshelf to share with the group. Will that work for everyone? I just added mine...

Then... tell us a little about yourself. Me, I live in Portland, OR, have one slightly used husband and Milo, the dog, who pretty much runs the show. I'm getting ready to retire in December (yeah!) and am planning on writer full time... after I take about 30 days to just be lazy! What a joy that will be.

Okay... Your turn!