Drifting Into the Unknown by M C Holman

So being an author doesn't mean you get to sit in front of a laptop all day like some people may think. It's not all glamour as others may see it either. Being an author is HARD WORK! Writing the book is probably the easiest part of it. From then on, it gets a tad tough. There's the self-editing; first, second, third rounds and so on until it's close to perfect. I say 'close to perfect' because no matter what, and as much as you'd like it to be, it'll never be absolutely perfect. 

Finding a publisher takes time and effort too, and to top it off you need to grow a 'thick skin' to take all the rejections. You can't let them get the better of you. If you're lucky enough, a publisher may send you a contract and then the real fun begins.

More editing! If you get to work with a great editor from the publishing house, it's not so bad, but good luck to you if you don't see eye to eye. Same thing with the art department; your vision of what the front cover should look like doesn't always match what's designed for you.

After months or perhaps years, it's time to bring your baby into the world. That in itself can be quite daunting. You need to learn how to shamelessly promote yourself as well as your book and you need to do it daily. 

Knowing that your words are going to be read by readers all over the world can be beyond scary. You need to prepare yourself for the reviews, good and bad. 

We'd all love to think that we're capable of writing a bestseller, but the reality is, that that's (most likely) not going to happen for the majority of us. That doesn't mean that you give up though. If you want to write, then write. 

As some of you know, Drifting into the Unknown is my second novel. It was published by Eternal Press and released on the 1st of November 2014. So here I am, shamelessly promoting myself and my novel. I hope you find it interesting. 

Until next time...

Take care of YOU!

Maria.... :) xx


DRIFTING INTO THE UNKNOWN
(A paranormal/Ghost/Romance novel)

About the book:
Lexie Bennett is about to uncover the secrets hidden within the walls of an old Victorian house she bought.

After leaving her abusive husband, Lexie thinks life will be simple. How wrong she is. The old house she bought has hidden secrets. Her new friends are out of this world, and her best friends’ wild sex life becomes a pleasant diversion from her own frigid life.

Then she falls for two brothers, on two separate planes of existence, unfamiliar feelings and passions arise. She must choose between the two of them or the choice will be made for her.

Published by Eternal Press
http://www.eternalpress.biz/book.php?isbn=9781629291697

Available through amazon.com and most online book stores.

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