No, the post title is not the title of a new book—though it might make a really fun spoof. I have had hardly any time for even thinking about writing. You see, Hubster just woke up one day and said, “I need something sportier.” He was talking about a house. Okay, technically, that’s not what he said, but Maxwell Pig’s line somehow seemed to fit the moment, because his sudden action on a desire he’d been vaguely harboring for a few years was, you know, sudden. Being the cautious one, I implored that we take things slowly. We were talking about […]

Welcome back to the Friday Feature of our Fantasy writers group, A Drift of Quills! We Quills get together once a month to chat up aspects of reading and writing—and this time we discuss the exciting prospect of self-editing. Grab yourself some cookies and a notepad for jotting notes!   KRISTIE KIESSLING Author of the short story, Sanguis Dei and a poetry collection, Light and Dark Kristie’s Blog  Is it possible to self-edit your book? YES! In fact, even if you hire an editor, you MUST be able to self-edit your book or you will be wasting money. As Kristen […]

This week I’m joining a stellar group of self-published authors over at Unicorn Bell to discuss why we chose self-publishing over traditional, marketing techniques, and to offer a little writing advice garnered from our own experiences. The article is entitled “A Week of Self-Published Authors: Robin Lythgoe.” Here’s an excerpt: I write fantasy because I love it, and I think staying with a particular genre builds trust with the readers. Those big-name authors found something that worked for them and stuck with it on purpose. It worked. Authors who have several books published and a large following can more easily […]

Do you know what next week is? It’s Read an E-Book Week!! All across the globe! Isn’t that awesome? For the week of March 2-8 only, thousands of authors and publishers will provide readers discounts on ebooks, with coupon code values for 25% to 75% off and FREE. This annual event was created by Rita Toews in 2004, and it has since grown to become an international event devoted to reading and digital literacy. “Read an Ebook Week brings together ebook retailers, publishers, authors, device-makers and untold thousands of readers who join in this international literary event of ebook discovery, and […]

I am so pleased to welcome my guests today, Charles David Carpenter & D.W. Jones—and not only have they agreed to let me ask them some questions, but they’re also giving us a peek into their novel, Necromancers’ Pride: Quest for Elderstone, which was released just last month. I have been following along on their website since I met them on Twitter, and I can say that you, gentle readers, are in for a treat! About Charles: Besides being a writer, I am a martial artist who was born and reared in sunny Southern California. Yes, I am the rare native […]

The newest book in Roy Huff’s Young Adult “Everville” series is out—and on sale until tomorrow only! As the epic journey continues, a victorious Owen Sage stands undefeated against his enemies. His last battle in Everville gave rise to a new insidious evil, Mallory; whose determination to defeat him opens an unexplored Pandora’s box. Owen’s search for truth will unveil the mystery and surprising insights surrounding himself and his friends at Easton Falls University. New creatures will be uncovered and the true value of friendship will be tested, as Owen embarks on yet another battle in Everville. “Action-packed … vivid […]

If you’ll be in the Seattle area today or tomorrow (December 20th or 21st), be sure to stop by the Indie Book Fair at the A/NT Gallery! In addition to a booth at the book fair, there will be virtual chats, an opportunity to chat with our authors on Facebook, and an awesome giveaway featuring books by such authors as Leeland Artra, J.D. Hallowell, Patricia Reding, Brian D. Anderson, Raymond Bolton, Cheryllynn Dyess—and me! You can enter the giveaway here: http://fsfnet.com or here: https://www.facebook.com/FSFNet (click on the “News List Signup”)

Who likes sneak peeks? I do! I do! So as today’s part of the week-long sale, I thought I’d give you a little glimpse at Crow, the wily thief of my book, As the Crow Flies. CHAPTER 15 Ahead of me, the passage split into two in spite of Kem’s assurances that it did no such thing for its entire miserable length. The putrescent wind went one way, and I went the other. I ran until I was sucking furiously at the air to fill my lungs and a stitch jabbed at my side with every breath. Then I had […]

As the Crow Flies has received the Readers’ Favorite Fives Stars seal of approval by Trudi LoPreto at Readers’ Favorite. Here’s a peek at what she had to say: “As the Crow Flies has humans, Wizards, Dragons, thieves, Druids and Robin Lythgoe presents them to us in great detail. We quickly learn to love each of the characters for who and what they are. I am not a great fan of the fantasy genre, but this one kept me reading and wanting more. As the Crow Flies will keep you up reading long into the night. All fantasy fans must read […]

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, everyone! It’s time for another celebration: As the Crow Flies is one year old! From now until December 16th the Kindle version will be on sale at Amazon (worldwide) for 1/2 off. Spread the word! Tell your friends! Post to all your social hangouts! Please feel free to swipe the banner (and a link!)  and share! Share! Share! > > > As the Crow Flies at Amazon < < <