I basically have three things going on right now as far as writing goes.
1. I’m waiting to hear from Amazon on whether they’ve accepted my short vampire story into their “Shorts” program. I would think that I’d hear any day now, but with the holidays and year-end vacations – it’s hard to say. If for some reason it doesn’t get accepted, then I’ll list it on my web page www.jonathonwise.com under my ‘Books’ tab. That way you can read it and let me know your thoughts. I had a lot of fun writing it, but it does venture off the path of what we’ve come to know as the “traditional” vampire. If Amazon picks it up, then I’ll continue on with that series and introduce the hero in the second story. If you like vampires and you like my style of writing – then I think you’ll love this one.
2. More involvement with Amazon. I entered my story ‘Eleven Till Midnight’ in their ‘Breakthrough Novel Contest’. The next key date is 1/15/08. On that day they’ll announce the top 1000 finalists. You’ll be able to go in and read / review excerpts from those stories as well as read Publisher’s Weekly review of the full manuscript. Of course I encourage everyone to read the excerpts (especially mine) and note your review / opinion on Amazon.com. Hopefully you’ll like what you read, but I appreciate constructive input as well.
3. I’ve got multiple queries out to agents for my other completed manuscript ‘Last Days of the Dinosaur’. Lots out there but no nibbles yet. I’ve been targeting newer agencies that are trying to build up a client list. My hope is that they’ll request a partial and get a feel for my writing. A really good web site to check for new agencies is www.guidetoliteraryagents.com Go to Editor’s Blog and then click on ‘New Agency Alerts’ on the sidebar. Even if I don’t win Amazon’s Breakthrough Novel Contest (and let me tell you that would be a dream come true) I’m hoping that I make it far enough to catch the eye of an agent.
That’s pretty much what I’ve got going on right now. I hope everyone has a wonderful and safe holiday. Until next time, remember he’s checking his list twice… at least twice. J/W
