Author Archives: Virginia Wright

About Virginia Wright

VIRGINIA WRIGHT (born Virginia Brown) is an American multi-genre best-selling author, award-winning illustrator, and nature photographer born and raised in Maine. As an artist, the cover Wright designed for Steampunk Alice by Dennis Higgins won the AUTHORSdb Gold Award (2014). She won the AUTHORSdb Silver Award (2016) from Timothy the Christmas Mouse Coloring Book. Crying Bear ranked #1 Amazon Best Seller in Children's Bear Books (2016). Buzzzzzzzz What Honeybees Do, ranked #1 Amazon Best Seller in three categories (2016). Buzzzzzzzz What Honeybees Do is the AUTHORSdb Cover Contest Bronze Award winner (2018), in the Education category. Ayuh, Another Downeast Cookbook ranked #2 Hot New Release Best-Selling in New England Cooking, Food & Wine (2018). As a multi-genre writer, Virginia's WIP is currently a romance novella. Besides writing, in her pastime, when she isn't spending time with her husband, Virginia is a foodie and restaurant reviewer. She enjoys sifting through old recipes and photographing everything she cooks and eats. She is also a nature photographer and a mixed media artist; she gets her ideas for her illustrations through inspiration that she gathers from the nature that surrounds her, which is ever-present in her designs.

Ashley Howland Guest Author, Post by Virginia Wright

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Welcome! I climbed out of the bear den long enough to do a long awaited author interview with Ashley Howland. Please raise your paws and give me a hand in welcoming Ashley.

***For all of you who don’t know why I am talking in code, I’m on a sabbatical and told everyone I was climbing into the cave for a few months. Don’t you know, a bear has to come out of the bear den and find a little fodder to eat and stretch once in awhile…right?

Hugs,

-Virginia

On with my guest author, Ashley Howland:

Ashley Howland lives in Adelaide, South Australia. She lives with her husband Ross, two daughters, Mr addy Aijay and her two spoilt Labradors Obi and Stitch. Her girls inspire her everyday to write children’s books and the dogs often provide the material. Ashley also works as the curriculum manager for Labs ‘n Life. This requires random extra Labradors to appear in their lives and of course in Ashley’s stories. You can find more information about Ashley and her books here: http://ahowland.org/

The Homework Goblin

Jason has finally finished his homework on time. He leaves it on his desk, ignoring the advice from his big sister, only to discover The Homework Goblin has stolen it! Jason

chases the goblin on an amazing adventure. Will he get his homework back?

Have you ever lost your homework? Maybe The Homework Goblin stole it?

 

 

 

 

Ashley please give us a brief introduction of yourself as an author, i.e., where you are from, how long you have been writing, etc,

I have been writing stories as long as I can remember. I just love coming up with crazy ideas and getting them down on the computer. I also love writing with my girls, they certainly provide me with lots of material! My first book was published in 2009 and that was an amazing feeling, it’s actually got better each time and is something I really look forward to!

Writing is my hobby, it’s my release. Sometimes I wish I had more time, but I also think my stories are better because I have so much else going on in my life.

I wish I had more time to write too!! What I am learning though, as author’s we have to steal the time!

What are the names of your books?

My three children’s novels are:

Ghostnapped – a mystery about a young girl who wants to be a world famous explorer. On a camping trip her younger brother is Ghostnapped and she must solve a mystery of the past to rescue him. Along the way she discovers a truly unique monster.

Obi the Super Puppy and the Mystery of the Red Mist – this is Obi (my yellow Labrador) reliving his first adventure. He tells Maddy and Aijay how he became a super puppy and began his journey fighting evil. He must stop an evil red mist from destroying all Labradors.

The Homework Goblin – Jason finishes his homework only to discover the Homework Goblin has stolen it. Will he get it back on time?

My flash fiction fairy tales also appear in a Chapter Book Challenge anthology that is due to be released soon!

Your books sound wonderful! I LOVE your cover of The Homework Goblin!  Wishing you all the best on your new release to!

What inspires you to write?

My girls (aged 6 and 4), they are so creative and love telling everyone that Mummy writes books. They also love to read and hear my stories. Recently they have started to put in orders for books, so they certainly keep me busy. My dogs also inspire me. I work with Obi and Stitch and a host of other Labradors. They are amazing animals, so patient, but they are also clowns. A lot of my ideas come from them. This year I have also participated in blog challenges and the Chapter Book Challenge, these have given me new ideas too. It’s nice to interact with other authors and to share ideas. I also enjoy challenging myself.

Lucky girls!

Do you prefer to write in silence or listening to music?

I just like having the time to write. Although I tend to write in silence, it doesn’t actually bother me. If I am on a roll nothing will distract me. I even have to set an alarm if I have something else that needs to be done! I just love getting the time to write, so anywhere, anytime, through any noise!

I’m a silence person and a music person…it depends on what I am writing!

What time of the day do you find yourself writing the most?

Mainly at night, only because there is always other things to do during the day. Even on the days I don’t work it’s hard to find the time to actually write. So I try to get everything else done. Then when the house is quiet I can sit and write without thinking about other things that need to be done!

I’m a night writer too!

Tell us a little bit about your next WIP?

I have a few at the moment. I am editing the sequel to Obi the Super Puppy and the Mystery of the Red Mist. It’s lots of fun and introduces some of my other favourite dogs. I have called it Obi the Super Puppy and the Quest for the Last Laugh. I am hoping to have it ready for assessment and editing very soon!

I am also working on some flash fiction – a female super hero piece. Which I got my girls to help me with. They had so much fun and have given me so much material I can probably make a whole series of chapter books. For now the flash fiction piece will have to do!

The other one is a challenge about finding a charm. I have the dolphin charm, so will see how my girls go with that. They are a great help.

Other projects include a series of chapter books about the girl’s adventures. Once again they have given me too much material.

I am also editing a longer novel for teens. This is going to take some time, but I am hopeful  that it will be ready for publishing next year.

Nothing like being busy!

I agree Ashley, isn’t it grand! Wishing you the best with all your WIP’s!


 

 

 

 

 

 

Where can people contact you?

Email: Ashley@ahowland.org

Web page: http://ahowland.org/

Face book: http://www.facebook.com/AuthorAshleyHowland

Ghostnapped Face book: https://www.facebook.com/Ghostnapped

Obi Face book: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Obi-the-Super-Puppy/575191985848747

Purchase Ghostnapped: http://www.strategicbookpublishing.com/Ghostnapped.html

Purchase Obi the Super Puppy and the Mystery of the Red Mist: http://sbpra.com/AshleyHowland/

Purchase The Homework Goblin: http://sbpra.com/presaleashleyhowland/

Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/AshleyHowland

Blog: http://ghostnapped.wordpress.com/

http://stitchsays.wordpress.com/

Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/Ashley-Howland/e/B00BQA4XRO

Thank you for stopping by Ashley!

Summer Author Interviews & Giveaway

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This summer I will be on a writing sabbatical…no blogging. And in lieu of that fact, before I climb into the writing den, I wanted to tell you about all the interviews that authors are doing with me over the next few months. These lovely authors listed below are doing guest posts and interviews with me each month through the summer. The exact URL is not posted of the interview, with one exception, today’s guest post that Tamara Beard is doing with me. Otherwise, if not posted, you will have to check the date listed below and search each authors blog for the interview they did with me.

Besides being a writer, most of you know  me for doing author interviews on my blog…now, I am being interviewed. Since I am climbing into the den, I don’t know how often I will be coming out to scrape around for roots, berries and other fodder, or to  feel the sun on my back. Therefore, at the end of summer, I’m going to step my big ole paw out and I am going to each author’s blog and check for comments. From the commenters at each blog, I am going to choose (1) commenter to win a signed copy of my book.  YOUR CHOICE from my list of books that I have penned!

Interview Dates:

May 25, 2013 (Today) Tamara Beard Interview with Virginia Wright

June 7, 2013 Author Ingrid Hall Interview with Virginia Wright

July 1, 2013 Author Ashley Howland Interview with Virginia Wright

July 15, 2013 Interview Blog Hop | Interview with Virginia Wright

August 1, 2013 Author Raebeth Buda Interview with Virginia Wright ( Exact URL will be announced on my facebook page day of interview!)

Authors Blogs:

Tamara Beard Blog: http://theindieshop.blogspot.com/2013/05/feature-freak-out-day-18.html

Author Ingrid Hall Blog: http://www.ingridhall.wordpress.com/

Author Ashley Howland:  http://www.ahowland.org/

Author Raebeth Buda: http://raebethmcgeeswriting.blogspot.com/


Giveaway

In the fall of the year, after I have come out of the den from my writing sabbatical, and have finished all of the interviews…I am going to pick (1) commenter from each interview to give away a paperback book to. The book will be YOUR choice, from my list of books!

Don’t forget the sun protection this summer…

Until we meet again,

(((Big Bear Hugs)))

-Virginia Wright

Amazon Buy Link

Crying Bear

Mother’s Day Giveaway

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Welcome! Be sure and read all the way to the bottom so you don’t miss out on any of the eBook or paperback giveaways! When you click on the link to go get your free ebook, don’t forget to come back to this blog to get more author’s books. This event is on Mother’s Day May 12, 2013 for (1) day only!

I hope all you mother’s out there have a wonderful Mother’s day ! I thought it would be fun in the comment section below if you shared one of your favorite Mother’s day memories. It could be a memory you and your mother had, or one you and your children had. The story that pulls at my heart strings the most, will win a paperback copy of my book “Buzzzzzzzz What Honeybees Do!”

This Mother’s Day when  you visit your mother…and take her flowers, or  take her out to eat–please give her an extra hug for me when you say goodbye! My mother passed away in 2007– this day of celebration is hard for me, however, Mum will always remain close in heart!  She says as she wipes the tears away…

“Now let’s get on with the giveaway!

A few of my author friends and myself have banned together in a book giveaway-some of us will be giving away eBooks, some of us will be giving away Paperbacks, and some both! I have listed the author’s below, including my own links. Visit both the Amazon  page, and author blog. On Amazon you will find the free eBooks available, but on the blogs you will see if they are giving away a paperback (like I am)! I’ve also listed some of my favorite author’s Amazon book pages. Enjoy!

One request from you all…please take a moment and give back to the author by giving the books you get for free a review over at Amazon. Thank you!

Oh, one last thing…I am doing an author interview with Joe McCarthy–he has agreed to give away a paperback copy of his book to (1) commenter of his interview. Click here to go read his interview and comment for a chance to win his book!

Free eBooks & Paperbacks…

1) Jodi Desautels –

Johnny’s Adventure Makes Learning Fun: http://www.amazon.com/Johnnys-Adventure-Makes-Reading-ebook/dp/B00CENJ3DG (eBook giveaway)

Clarinda Cloud – http://www.amazon.com/Clarinda-Cloud-ebook/dp/B00BC2C38W (eBook giveaway)

Blog: http://smallreadsbookcorner.weebly.com/little-chatter-box.html

2) Dennis Higgins –

Parallel Roads: http://www.amazon.com/Parallel-Roads-Lost-Route-ebook/dp/B006NXD2LC (eBook Giveaway)

Blog: http://www.timepilgrims.com/blog.html (Paperback Giveaway) Two Winners Will Be Chosen!

3) Laura Wintczak Eckroat – www.lauraeckroat.blogspot.com A Simpler   Time (Paperback Giveaway)

 4) Virginia Wright – https://www.virginiawright.com/blog (Paperback Giveaway) Two Winners Will Be Chosen.

FREE on Amazon.com

Buzzzzzzzz: http://www.amazon.com/Buzzzzzzzz-What-Honeybees-Do- ebook/dp/B004EYUD9G (eBook Giveaway)

Crying Bear: http://www.amazon.com/Crying-Bear-ebook/dp/B00ALNOOKS (eBook Giveaway)

The Prince and the Dragon: http://www.amazon.com/The-Prince-Dragon-ebook/dp/B00ALMZ6BU (eBook Giveaway)

The Princess and the Castle: http://www.amazon.com/The-Princess-Castle-Fairy-ebook/dp/B00ALQ3DPW (eBook Giveaway)

5) Joe McCarthy – https://virginiawright.com/blog/?p=1508 (Paperback giveaway) Comment for your chance to win underneath this interview blog post. 

Web: http://www.Josephmccarthybooks.webs.com

6) Sherry Ellis – Free: That Mama is a Grouch and That Baby Woke Me Up, AGAIN. You can find That Mama is a Grouch at Smashwords (use coupon code GP25M valid until May 13th): https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/103138.  (eBook giveaway)

That Baby Woke Me Up, AGAIN will be available on Amazon Kindle for free on Mother’s Day, May 12th, (1) day only  – (eBook giveaway)

7) Launa McNeilly – Lies In a Season of Tribulation (eBook giveaway) available at Smashwords with this code (  XG35B ) Enjoy!!!  May 12, 2013 (1) day only!

8) Catherine Wolffe – free sample of Comanche Haven at SmashWords.

Here’s the link:

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/297802

Alexandra Faer Bryan – Get Green Kittty for free with this coupon  Code: HJFHLP334F76  go to the iTunes Store and click the redeem link and enter the code. iTunes store link:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/green-kitty/id418094506

Web: http://www.greenkittybook.com/

Thanks everyone for stopping by! Please go download the free ebooks on Amazon. Don’t forget to stop by the blogs of each of these authors–some are giving away a paperback book!  -VW

Some other great authors to check out: Joe Pranaitis, Eric VanRaepenbusch, Candace C. Bowen, Kristin Higgins, Paulette Forshey, Brinda Carey, Dianne Venetta, Ingrid Hall, Leslie Padgett

Author Interview: Joe McCarthy

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We appreciate you stopping by today for an interview, Joe. Thank you for participating in the giveaway and agreeing to give away a copy of your book to (1) commenter of this post.
Wishing you all the best in your writing career!

-Virginia Wright

1. Give us a brief introduction to yourself as an author, i.e., where you are from, how long you have been writing, names of books you have published, etc., 

My name is Joseph McCarthy, I am the author of “Detective For The Innocent”
I am from the ocean state also known as Rhode Island. I’ve been writing stories since the 7th grade and fell in love with writing during my years in high school. I have self published two books.  Humphrey’s Way Home  is a picture book for 4-8 year old. Humphrey’s Way Home was published in September 2012.  Detective for the Innocent was published in February of this year.
Way to go, Joe! -VW

More About the Author …
Joseph McCarthy has been writing and illustrating since a very young age. He loves to write and draw a variety of story types. At the age of fourteen, Joseph took his writing to the next level; using his imagination and research skills to create exciting stories.  In 2005 Joseph’s sister gave him an idea for a character, and his first children’s book was written.   In 2011, Joseph self published his first book.  Joseph has written several short stories. After publishing his stories, he realized that if you truly believe in yourself anything can happen.
2. What inspires you to write?
What inspires me to write is my friends and family because they will always be there for me with my writing. Reading also inspires me to write.
I like to read too, Joe! -VW

3. Do you prefer to write in silence or while listening to music?
I definitely listen to music while I am writing.
So do I Joe, as long as it is soothing–and not too loud! -VW

4. What time of the day do you find yourself writing the most?

I usually write at night because that’s when I am least bothered.  Night is when  my imagination works the best.
Theses days,  for me,  it is whenever my mood strikes me!  -VW

5. Tell us a little bit about your next WIP?

The next book I am writing  is called Prince of the Full Moon which is a cross  between   Harry Potter and Twilight.
That sounds intriguing, I wish you all the best with that! -VW

I can be contacted at:

Web: Josephmccarthybooks.webs.com
YouTube: Youtube.comJ000094
email: Josephmccarthy7@rocketmaill.com
Thanks for having me on your blog.

My pleasure, Joe! I truly wish you all the best! -VW

Detective for the Innocent By Joseph McCarthy
A former New York detective and a loving father is gunned down and shot by a gang called the Speed Killers. While in the emergency room, the detective asks his son Jeff to bring down whoever shot him and bring him to justice. At the young age of seven, Jeff promises his father he would. Twenty three years later Jeff is now a detective, following in his father’s footsteps, and now is ready to avenge the unsolved murder of his father and bring the killer to justice.
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