Wednesday, May 18, 2011

The Inkpunks Have a Forum!

I know there are a lot of places to go online, lots of social networks to keep up with and many sites offering great information and the last thing you probably need is another forum to belong to, but wait! Let me tell you about our group, the Inkpunks. You may have seen my posts linking to our blog, we are nine emerging writers, editors and creative minds who've come together as friends and colleagues to support one another. We share a blog together, but much more than that, we care about each other, encourage each other in our careers and spread the word about each of our successes.

We realize we're very lucky to have found each other and now we've added a way for you to join in with our forum! It just went up recently and we really wanted to have a place to come and check in on word counts, editing progress etc. We have a section called "Accountabilibuddies" (yes, I stole that straight from South Park) where you can check in with others and stay accountable. (hence, the name). We also have a Lounge for when you want to talk about things that aren't writing.

If you register and sign in to the forum, you'll also see the Workshop section containing the Drawing Board, where you can discuss things that are giving you trouble with your writing and editing. Right now, fellow Inkpunk Adam has posted a writing exercise from Ursula K. Le Guin's book "Steering the Craft: Exercises and Discussion on Story Writing for the Lone Navigator or the Mutinous Crew." Members can do the exercise by themselves, or they're free to post the results of the exercise.  

In the Drawing Board, we've also put up a section to find beta readers, so if someone has something they'd like another set of eyes for, they might be able to find one there.

Again, we just put it online so it's very small right now, but we hope to invite great people (like you) to come and join in the fun. Just follow the link below to check it out. :)

The Inkpunks Forum


Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Virtual Bootcamp Begins Sunday!

There's still time to sign up for the spring/summer Virtual Bootcamp. Starting May 8th, it will be 8 weeks of ME kicking YOUR butt. I mean come on, how fun does that sound?? (tee hee hee)

If you’re interested or have any questions, let me know.

Want to get in better shape for the summer of 2011?

You can do it with a personalized workout program, including weekly check-ins and inspirational messages to keep you motivated throughout!

The bootcamp will be done entirely online via email. The group will start on the same day, but each participant will receive a personalized cardio and weight training program, suited to their goals, needs and schedule. The program can be designed for the gym, or to be done entirely at home, for as many or as few workouts per week as the particpant would like.

You can do the program on your own, or join in the private message board and connect with other participants.

Progress will be monitored by photographs at the beginning, mid-way point and conclusion, as well as weekly email check-ins. Programs will be modified if and when needed.

Start date: May 8th, 2011

Cost: Only $95!

(this is a steal of a deal!!)

The Virtual Bootcamp will include:

    An 8 Week Personalized Weight Program
    An 8 Week Personalized Cardio Program
    Weekly Participant Check-ins
    Physique Check and Program Reviews Throughout
    Extra Motivational Tools and Tips Throughout
    Group Support via a Private Discussion Board


Tuesday, May 3, 2011

My Story on Crossed Genres: I Can't Imagine

My story, I Can't Imagine is up on Crossed Genres, Issue 30- Luck.

Go check it out! It also features How the Goddess Came to Spring Flowering Alley by my fellow Inkpunk Andrew Romine. There are some GREAT stories this issue (and every issue) so I hope you get a chance to read them.

I got back late last night from the World Horror Convention in Austin. It was yet another convention filled with valuable industry lessons learned. Speaking of, I did an Inkpunks post called "The Premise that Sells" based on a fantastic lesson learned during the PYR presentation by award winning editor Lou Anders at Norwescon. CHECK IT OUT HERE. It was also a weekend of time spent with fantastic friends (I can't say enough about how fabulous my friends are and how grateful I am for all of them) and lots of new friends discovered.

Now, however, I need to unpack, detox and get caught up on real life. Good day to you. ;)