I spent my morning trying to write promotional materials for the eventual release of Good Liniment.
It’s not the same as new fiction, but I got five posts roughed out. It probably doesn’t reach 2500 new words, but it’s fairly close. To finish them, I would need a blurb and some links. Those details will come later.
I ordered three new Lisa Burton posters for this release, and they came out wonderful. Sean Harrington really outdid himself on them, and they reflect items from the story. That made posts where she visits someone fairly easy to write.
I should have about that many more before I’m ready, then I need to figure out where I want to take this tour. I’ve done so many of these over the years they can be kind of tiring. I’m excited about the story, but not about promo. Probably a flaw in my personality.
Don’t get me wrong, I like the comments and responding, it just doesn’t work as well during the work week. I’m even considering some vacation time so I can be present in the moment, but work is too crazy right now.
I might even get a couple more written tonight, but I’m not committed to the idea.
This is the spot where I would usually insert a musical teaser for one of The Hat books. I try to hold back the posters for my hosts, but can’t resist sharing one today. They came out so good this time.
Lisa is taking Noodles for a walk in this picture. If you’d like to learn more about Noodles, you’ll have to come along when the tour starts, or even read the book. It’s coming soon, I promise.
Wow. That poster did come out really good.
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I think I’ll set it as my phone screen.
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I hate the promotion parts too. But it’s unfortunately part of the package. Anyway, if you need a spot for one of those tour posts to go up, give me a shout.
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Wonderful. Thank you.
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Sounds like fun. Noodles and all. Best wishes on your tour.
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Thanks, John. Still hacking away at it, but it will happen soon.
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😊
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It’s the Imelda May hairdo.
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Kind of.
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Reblogged this on NEW BLOG HERE >> https:/BOOKS.ESLARN-NET.DE.
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You know you’re always welcome over on Wyrmflight.
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Very cool, thanks.
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Great poster! Can’t decide if it’s safe to pet Noodles. Good luck with your promotion. It’s a lot of work.
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Under the right circumstances. He can be a little standoffish until properly introduced. I need to get back to writing them sometime this morning.
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Happy Writing, Craig!
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Good poster, I like Noodles 🙂 I like the writing part but never the promo part. I always dread it but a necessity.
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Getting closer to having enough material. It’s necessary for sure.
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That poster is Amazing, Craig. Wow. No wonder coming up with a post to accompany it is going to be easy. Tours are utterly exhausting but worth the effort.
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Thank you. I think they were all pretty good this time, and I’ll share them along the eventual tour.
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Looking forward to them.
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Love the new Lisa poster, Craig. Congratulations on another upcoming release. Exciting times, indeed!
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Thank you, Mae.
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Whoa! Great poster! I cannot wait for this book to hit the shelves. I know I am going to enjoy it. Congrats, Craig, and I look forward to the tour (But only because I”m not the one having to answer all the comments this time! 🙂
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I totally understand that. Your recent tour was extensive. I did two this Fall and I’m still reeling from them.
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I always love seeing new Lisa posters – and I’m anxious to meet Noodles.
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Thanks, Teri. I’ll be taking this one out fairly soon.
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Hi Craig, I like your new Lisa poster, she is a favourite of mine. I have another Hat book on my kindle and I’m looking forward to it. I agree that blog tours are a little difficult when work is busy. The world has gone mad again and I am also running. We need some peace with no pandemics and wars so we can be a bit normal for a while.
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We may have left normal in the rear-view mirror. I’m doing it anyway and will handle comments as time allows. Best I can do. Hope you enjoy your next Hat book.
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Yes, I took that attitude too. After all, who needs sleep hehe!
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