QUARANTINED!
Are you up to the challenge?
Then…
Let’s party!
I brought the fireworks.
You can find my newly published novels at Amazon:
They are also available at a discount from Second Wind Publishing (payable through Pay Pal only):
The first fourteen people who order A Spark of Heavenly Fire from Second Wind Publishing will receive a spark of heavenly fire. Perhaps I erred. Perhaps it’s more of a spark of machine-made fire — a dainty crytal pendant — but it’s still free to the first fourteen customers.
Please join me here for a live online celebration all day Tuesday, March 31, 2009. Stop by when you can, but I will be here live from 5:00 pm ET to whenever. There will be dancing, games, eprizes.
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Bertram's Blog 
March 31, 2009 at 12:46 am
I promised dancing, and here it is:
Dancing
Click on the purple circle, play your keyboard like a piano, and let’s dance!
March 31, 2009 at 12:52 am
If you get here before me, play a game of solitaire:
More Deaths Than One Solitaire
March 31, 2009 at 1:08 am
Snork! Okay, I’m leaning towards MORE DEATHS THAN ONE (I’m suddenly on a budget. Dang). But then I wouldn’t get a spark of heavenly fire! Decisions, decisions.
March 31, 2009 at 2:43 am
More Deaths Than one is fast paced, easy read and is very tightly woven in content so far.
March 31, 2009 at 7:26 am
A Spark of Heavenly Fire is a great title, and the book sounds like its right up my alley. I love end of the world stuff. I can’t wait to read it.
March 31, 2009 at 7:29 am
Congratulations. Hey, I went to a summer session in Boulder and had relatives living in CO years ago, so I’m looking forward to reading something from one of my favorite states/
Best of luck with the books.
Malcolm
March 31, 2009 at 8:28 am
Congratulations!!!!!! I am so happy for you!!
March 31, 2009 at 8:40 am
Congratulations! That’s super! My novel is coming out today too. http://www.adamblumerbooks.com/
March 31, 2009 at 9:07 am
Congratulations Pat,
You just morphed from a Writer to an Author.
Norm
March 31, 2009 at 9:29 am
Congratulations.
My copies are in the mail. I’m salivating at the thought of reading them.
March 31, 2009 at 10:00 am
Great trailers, Pat! You really know how to throw a party. Congratulations!
Sherrie Hansen
“Night and Day”
Second Wind Publishing
March 31, 2009 at 10:16 am
CONGRATULATIONS! Isn’t it a wonderful feeling? I’m so happy for you! Dellani
March 31, 2009 at 10:48 am
congratulations, Pat – that first publishing event is so exciting, isn’t it? But, here’s a news bulletin from one who’s been around the track many, many times – the excitement never fades. I get just as thrilled today when I open a box from the publisher and see book number (I’m really not sure anymore, more than 160) as I did the first time. These days, maybe even more – just the idea that I’m still doing it (writing – some things have faded with time)
Victor
March 31, 2009 at 10:48 am
Well some guy named Talbot twittered you to me!! I took a look and, since I like apocolyptic stories, I ordered A Spark Of Heavenly Fire. Now why haven’t I heard about you before??????? Sure would like Kindle versions though!
March 31, 2009 at 10:54 am
Congratulations! Enjoy!
March 31, 2009 at 11:03 am
Thank you all for stopping by to share this wonderful day.
Here’s a special thank you present:
MDTOJigsaw
March 31, 2009 at 11:30 am
Pat,
Congratulations! I’m so happy for you! I can’t wait to read More Deaths Than One and A Spark of Heavenly Fire. You’ve been a wonderful friend and I wish you the greatest success with your books.
As you know, my novel was published a few days ago. It’s still not listed on Amazon or with other booksellers. My publisher says it will be within a couple of weeks. I’m anxiously awaiting the listing.
I’ve placed a bulk order for copies and will mail you one as soon as I receive them.
Keep writing my friend.
Warmest Regards,
D.B. Pacini
THE LOOSE END OF THE RAINBOW
http://www.astarrynightproductions.com
March 31, 2009 at 11:36 am
Pat, mega congrats on the books and the party!
Light,
Nancy
March 31, 2009 at 11:46 am
Congrats Pat!
March 31, 2009 at 11:56 am
I guess I’m the Talbot who twittered to MuchAdoAboutSomething. Talk about an immediate and concrete example of how outreach sells books. I’m here because Pat friended me on facebook a few months back and I’ve participated in her groups. I know very few people who work as effectively at building their network as Pat does.
So congrats, Pat! There is no question you will reap the rewards of your hard work.
March 31, 2009 at 12:32 pm
This is wonderful, seeing all of you — both old friends and new.
Let’s play a game: I am thinking of a word. Whoever uses the word in a comment, gets an e-surprise. Whoever guesses the word will get one, too.
March 31, 2009 at 12:44 pm
I’m guessin’ that the word is: PUBLISHED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
March 31, 2009 at 12:48 pm
D.B., good guess, but no. My mind works more deviously than that.
March 31, 2009 at 1:09 pm
Ha! Ha! I tried. See ya at the party!
March 31, 2009 at 1:15 pm
Congratulations, Pat!
March 31, 2009 at 1:36 pm
Congrats! Wish I had been there for the party. (My internet server picked the perfect moment to break… Not!)
March 31, 2009 at 2:00 pm
Congratulations on the new releases, Pat! I am so excited for you. Now you get to promote the heck out of them, and this party is a great start. 😉
If you need any help with marketing your books, please let me know. I have set up my Book Marketing Coach venture at http://www.shamelessbookpromoter.com and I’d be happy to work with you. I’m only accepting 5 clients a month, so if you’re interested, let me know ASAP.
I’m looking forward to posting something for you over at http://www.criminalmindsatwork.blogspot.com. Please try to get it to me soon so I can set it up. 🙂
All the best in success to you!!!
Cheryl Kaye Tardif
Bestselling author & Book Marketing Coach
http://www.cherylktardif.com
March 31, 2009 at 2:18 pm
Cheryl, I just now finished the article. About sociopaths. Hope that’s okay. Sending it your way. I am thrilled to be a guest on your blog! Thank you for inviting me.
March 31, 2009 at 2:26 pm
Congrats to you…. You ARE AWESOME!!
March 31, 2009 at 2:28 pm
Love Colorado, Pat. Best of luck with your books.
March 31, 2009 at 3:19 pm
Pat are you still there? I found you via APA and Tina Sue.
March 31, 2009 at 3:35 pm
Pat,
Congrats on your big day. I know how you feel…. 🙂
March 31, 2009 at 3:49 pm
Gutsy Writer, I’m here. I know I promised to be here at 5:00pm ET, but Murphy of Murphy’s Law came to visit. Actually, the electric company came and put in a new meter. But now I’m here and will be here for the next few hours.
March 31, 2009 at 4:07 pm
APA is authors promoting authors which Tina Sue Ducross has been running to promote authors.
March 31, 2009 at 4:20 pm
Since so many of you have unkowingly used the secret word, I’m going to give you all an e-prize. Have fun!
A Spark of Heavenly Fire Gems
March 31, 2009 at 4:58 pm
Congratulations and woo-hoo!!!!
This is wonderful news!!!!!
We should all be so lucky!!!
And as for the dancing, where’s the pole????
March 31, 2009 at 5:13 pm
Pat, this blog totally rocks! I’m not sending anyone to mine until I spruce it up! I will let you visit the http://www.pinkfuzzyslipperwriters.blogspot.com one. I didn’t do the set ups!
Pole, Wendy? Uh, who’s using the pole? I think I’ll sneak off and come back!
March 31, 2009 at 5:17 pm
Ahhhhhh Wendy, I can’t handle the pole, LOL!
March 31, 2009 at 5:26 pm
Here’s another party favor to keep things exciting:
ASHF Jigsaw
I don’t need it. This day itself has been exciting. I am thrilled you all came to share it with me.
March 31, 2009 at 5:54 pm
Congrats! That is so awesome and exciting!!!
March 31, 2009 at 7:06 pm
I saw the post about wanting them on Kindle. They will be there very soon! Congrats Pat! I stopped by to see how things are going. Someone pass me some cake!
March 31, 2009 at 7:36 pm
Wow congrats Pat and what a wonderful party. The trailer for A Spark of Heavenly Fire was great.
March 31, 2009 at 8:27 pm
Neat site Pat. I enjoyed the video of A Spark of Heavenly Fire. Best of luck with your books.
Sharon
March 31, 2009 at 8:29 pm
Sorry I’m late Pat, but I did do a happy dance for you with my 4-year-old, to Imagination Movers music!
Truly, congratulations! I’m very happy for you, and look forward to reading both books!
March 31, 2009 at 9:38 pm
Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!! Party on!
March 31, 2009 at 9:48 pm
Pat, dragging butt, but here I am.
I’m so glad to see this day come. It’s been a long and bumpy road, but at last, here you are. I’m sure there will be a bump or two still ahead–Murphy’s Law and all that– but it will make you feel right at home, won’t it? 😀
Both you books have a wonderful premise, but you already know I’m leaning towards A Spark of Heavenly Fire. I should have my copy soon.
Congrats, my friend!
Ps, all the games and puzzles, music and whatnot have turned out well. The trailers are phenomenal!
March 31, 2009 at 9:52 pm
Sia, the party is just getting started! There are six more days of fun and games. And Murphy has been with me every minute of today. He and I are becoming good friends.
March 31, 2009 at 10:52 pm
Congratulations!
April 1, 2009 at 12:56 am
Major congrats, Pat! Sorry I’m late to the party. Had a party of my own today as it was my birthday! LOL!
Now go sell a million books! We’ll see you on the NY Best Seller list! 🙂
April 1, 2009 at 5:23 am
Congratulations on publication!
These are my kind of stories – I write techno-thrillers.
Best of luck with them.
April 1, 2009 at 5:57 am
Congrats Pat! Well deserved, I’m sure.
April 1, 2009 at 8:19 pm
Congratulations, Pat, this is so exciting! Great party too!
April 2, 2009 at 7:43 am
Congratulations on the publication of your two titles, Pat, what an achievement. And the party, Gads, you have outdone yourself. 🙂
Well-done,
Jerry
April 2, 2009 at 9:42 am
Pat, huge congratulations and thanks for the party invite! What fun!!
Light,
Nancy
April 3, 2009 at 11:16 am
Just stopping by to share in your celebration. Congratulations to you!!!