Status Update: 1/11

Like my cowboy? I like him a great deal. Especially his lovely tattoos and shiny belt buckle. *innocent smile* I don't usually go for cowboys but I made an exception for this hunky specimen. 


Anyways, it has been a while since I've done a status update. So here's what I've accomplished. 


Since my last status update, I have received several new publishers. I have a flash story acceptance at Sex and Murder Magazine, three political poems accepted at aaduna Press, a flash story published into an anthology at Daily Flashes of Erotica (I will do a giveaway on Valentines day!) and a single-title short story publication at Sapphire Blue Publishing. 


I've been a busy girl, eh? I haven't updated by "Publication Credits" in quite a while. *sigh* I'll get on it when I'm motivated enough to do it. 


Here's what I'm working on right now:


A historical young adult novel with a paranormal twist. I'm devoting all of my time toward this at the moment. I'm really excited about this story. I can't wait to sit down and start writing it. I haven't written a novel since high school, so it'll be a long project that will keep me busy for a while. 


I also have two novellas that are finished--still polishing and editing. One is my Cirque Du Soleil inspired story, the other is a dark fantasy story. I've got my eye on a few publishers, but I gotta wipe the dirt and grime off my stories first. Neither are an easy "sell," so I'm tweaking accordingly. When I get the confidence to submit again, I'll redirect my energies. I haven't looked at these novellas in months! A part of me is afraid they won't get published. It's pretty stupid because I got just two rejections and already I'm quitting, LOL! I'll re-submit when I stop moping around like a child. (At least I can recognize when I'm being childish!) 


That's what I got cooking so far. When I have more news, I'll let you know! Thank you guys for supporting me. Without you guys, I wouldn't be able to do what I do! 


Cheers from the Vegetarian Cannibal! 

Smexxxy Friday (Alien Porn)

I...am at a loss for words. I knew people were into the movie Avatar but OMIGOD! OMFG! There are no words to describe this...you'll just have to...um...watch. HAHAHA! 

 
For those of you who haven't seen the movie...here is the actual scene from the movie. I apologize if I have scarred your retinas forever with this blue alien porn, haha. 

A Writer's Conviction

One of the hardest obstacles a writer must face is herself! It's easy to lose your nerve when you're standing before a horde of faceless readers and critics. You might begin to question your work, your point of view and wonder if it is all worth it. 


Every writer second-guesses themselves every once in a while, but it is important to stick to your guns. You have to remember WHY you're writing in the first place and believe in it. You have to stand by YOUR point of view regardless what others might think... because without your point of view, you wouldn't be you. Don't ever compromise your values or conviction, it is what makes us all special.  


As writers, we run from designated paths and seek alternate trails elsewhere in the bush. It's exciting to do something different, but also kind of scary since there's no one to fall back on if you get lost. Every writer is taking a different route, trying to go somewhere. And every writer has a unique voice--some voices are louder or better than others, but you can't let that distract you from your goals. 


It's tough work being a writer. The pay isn't good, the work isn't steady or stable, and there's no glory for most of us in this field. No, to be a writer, you have to LOVE what you do. And that takes conviction. So do you have it? 

Please, help me pick a head shot photo!

One of my publishers has asked me to produce a head shot photo. Oy...I've never done a head shot before! Luckily for me while I was visiting in California this Christmas, we went to a photographer. If we had not taken any photos then, I would be royally screwed right now because I abhor photo shoots and I loathe most "author photos" on the back flap of books. I swore I would never be that dorky schmuck smiling like an idiot on the back cover, but alas, here I am today. 


We drove over to downtown Riverside (the Mission Inn is pretty cool!) and took pictures there in a natural, urban setting. It was pretty cool...we just walked around doing random stuff while our photographer just snapped snapped snapped with the camera. No dorky poses. No retarded studio furniture. Just the beautiful city of Riverside as our backdrop! 


Anyways...I'm rambling... I have a choice of two photos. I have NO idea which one I should choose so I am asking you, my beloved readers, to help me out! In the first one, I look like a chipmunk on crack because my face is really fat. The second one is a little better because the camera is far away and you can't see my retarded grin. I'm not wearing makeup (I hate makeup) or fancy clothes soooooo...which one do you think I should choose? 

WINNERS ANNOUNCED!!!

Using RANDOM.ORG I drew two winners. Congratulations to the following people:

Kimberly D'Amore 

Silverheart 7 

Hurray! You won! I wish I could've given free copies to all of the participants...but alas, I can only give two. Winners will receive their prizes electronically in .pdf! Thanks for playing! Look for more contests soon! (I have another giveaway planned for February) 

~TK 

Free Book Giveaway Contest and Interview!!!

I am giving away TWO free copies of my newest release, "Her Temptress." Anyone and everyone is eligible to play. All you gotta do is leave a comment here or mosey on over to Laurie Sorenson's blog where I am being interviewed today and leave a comment there! Only one prize per contestant. Winners will be chosen randomly.


Oh, and I almost forgot...I will also be available for LIVE CHAT with a few other authors from Sapphire Blue Publishing today at Coffee Time Romance 9pm Eastern. Don't miss it! I wanna TALK TO YOU! 


Ooooo, this is gonna be fun! Good luck! :D 


~Vegetarian Cannibal

African-American Read-In

I had no idea this was going on until stumbling across this blog post from The Rejectionist. Take a look. :) 

I think it's appropriate and an honor to MLK jr. However, I've got to say...I'm more of a Malcolm X fan, myself.