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Tips For A Long Term Writing Career And Writing Historical Fiction With Colin Falconer
http://www.TheCreativePenn.com/
Colin Falconer is the international bestselling author of ...
published: 04 Feb 2014
Tips For A Long Term Writing Career And Writing Historical Fiction With Colin Falconer
Tips For A Long Term Writing Career And Writing Historical Fiction With Colin Falconer
http://www.TheCreativePenn.com/ Colin Falconer is the international bestselling author of over 40 books translated into 23 languages, described as similar to Ken Follett - books with romance and high adventure, drawn from many periods of history. How Colin started out in advertising as a copywriter because his early manuscripts didn't get published. He moved into scriptwriting for TV and other freelance work for magazines. After one article helped him get an agent, he started writing novels. Does writing get easier after 40 books? Colin it has got easier but he has only thought 'he knows what he is doing about 3 years ago. So it was faking it while you make it for about 25 years! [ I think this makes all writers feel better.] You can only learn so much from books and classes, and in the end, you just have to do it. On writing historical fiction Isabella, Braveheart of France, Colin's latest book, is based on a story he found fascinating. Isabella was married to a king who was actually gay, and loved another man. This is a very contemporary predicament in the 13th century. How much of historical fiction needs to be 'true' and how much is fictional story. Colin's writing speculates on real history, and in the end, he cares about the story first. On writing religion and walking the line, for example, in Colin's Jerusalem series. On gender issues with writing romance - or love stories - as a man. How travel is a key part of Colin's life ... and his books On deciding to write books based on places he wanted to travel to. [I do this as well!] About 'The Year We Seized The Day,' which is more of a moving travel memoir, written under the pen name Colin Bowles On the publishing industry and the future ... Colin is a hybrid author, working with Cool Gus (indie idol Bob Mayer's imprint) as well as working on contracts with big publishing. Colin talks about some of his books that have failed miserably under print publishers but have succeeded spectacularly as ebooks. He talks about the anger and frustration of authors treated shabbily by large publishers, even to the point of having to change his author name due to the vagaries of the Bookscan system. [You can read Colin's blog post about this here.] The positive side of the ebook revolution and the way the internet connects authors directly with authors. It enables readers to discover new writers, as many are sick of the same authors and same stories delivered over and over again in the bookstores. Instant gratification is also fantastic! Readers also have a stronger voice now, which is a mixed blessing in terms of reviews. But hearing from readers and talking to them directly is a much more symbiotic relationship. On marketing. The blog as a connection with readers, but you don't know what will happen in the future, so you need to make sure you have your own site, and email list ... just in case. We are still in the early stages of the revolution! On global markets. We talk a little bit about the Australian market and Colin sees a change in the year he has been gone, because ebooks seem to have gone mainstream, as opposed to being 'that American thing.' Colin has always sold well in Eastern Europe and he's like a rock star in some of those countries, even recognized in airports. Harem sold 180,000+ in Germany, but didn't do anything in the UK, Australia or USA. It just goes to show that we can never know where our readers are. [Check out this article on rights and this article on publishing in Germany for more.] Colin's lessons learned from 25 years in the publishing game Don't diversify your genre. The really top authors have not diversified. Being a one trick pony is not a bad choice. Learning about author branding is critical. Be more cautious about rights. Publishers may seem like your friend when they make an offer, but Colin has done a lot better with many books of his through ebooks than print. It's worth taking a good look at the contract as opposed to being seduced by the dream.- published: 04 Feb 2014
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Historical Fiction: Learning Truth From Fiction
An instructional video on what historical fiction is and how to use it as a learning tool....
published: 03 Jan 2013
author: OnDemandInstruction
Historical Fiction: Learning Truth From Fiction
Historical Fiction: Learning Truth From Fiction
An instructional video on what historical fiction is and how to use it as a learning tool.- published: 03 Jan 2013
- views: 225
- author: OnDemandInstruction
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Wednesday Recommends Historical Fiction
You'd better appreciate all the time I spent adding book covers to the video! :P
Find me ...
published: 09 May 2012
Wednesday Recommends Historical Fiction
Wednesday Recommends Historical Fiction
You'd better appreciate all the time I spent adding book covers to the video! :P Find me at http://365daysofreading.com- published: 09 May 2012
- views: 414
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Historical Fiction Photostory
This video teaches children about historical fiction, and the exciting perspective it can ...
published: 16 Aug 2012
author: broussardn
Historical Fiction Photostory
Historical Fiction Photostory
This video teaches children about historical fiction, and the exciting perspective it can bring to their lives, as readers!- published: 16 Aug 2012
- views: 501
- author: broussardn
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Bookends: Episode 20 - Historical Fiction
Bookends is a vibrant and dynamic conversation about contemporary books and the world of l...
published: 19 Feb 2013
author: Bookends TV
Bookends: Episode 20 - Historical Fiction
Bookends: Episode 20 - Historical Fiction
Bookends is a vibrant and dynamic conversation about contemporary books and the world of literary genre. Justine Lewkowicz interviews authors, bookstore owne...- published: 19 Feb 2013
- views: 146
- author: Bookends TV
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Historical Fiction
Getting excited about reading historical fiction!...
published: 09 Dec 2011
author: LaurenW287
Historical Fiction
Historical Fiction
Getting excited about reading historical fiction!- published: 09 Dec 2011
- views: 129
- author: LaurenW287
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Regan Recommends: Historical Fiction!
Amazon WishList: http://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/3SHD79NM2E9CQ/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_ws_W...
published: 11 Mar 2014
Regan Recommends: Historical Fiction!
Regan Recommends: Historical Fiction!
Amazon WishList: http://www.amazon.com/registry/wishlist/3SHD79NM2E9CQ/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_ws_Wv8ctb1HZGYY6 Tumblr:http://peruseproject.tumblr.com/ Twitter:https://twitter.com/peruseproject Goodreads:https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/19645927-regan- published: 11 Mar 2014
- views: 6722
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Boston Tea Party (Animated Historical Fiction)
(Historical Fiction) Sarah arrives in America aboard the Dartmouth, but Moses, James and H...
published: 11 Jan 2013
author: JabbaDoyle
Boston Tea Party (Animated Historical Fiction)
Boston Tea Party (Animated Historical Fiction)
(Historical Fiction) Sarah arrives in America aboard the Dartmouth, but Moses, James and Henri aren't the only ones who meet the ship. Sam Adams leads a gang...- published: 11 Jan 2013
- views: 628
- author: JabbaDoyle
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Top 10 of Historical Fiction
Warning! Reading threatens ignorance and leads to education!...
published: 30 Dec 2008
author: DrGull1888
Top 10 of Historical Fiction
Top 10 of Historical Fiction
Warning! Reading threatens ignorance and leads to education!- published: 30 Dec 2008
- views: 5743
- author: DrGull1888
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What Writers Need To Know About Writing Historical Fiction by E.K. Prescott
CONNECT WITH E.K. PRESCOTT http://www.fivestarpublications.net/ivyleague https://www.faceb...
published: 16 May 2013
author: filmcourage
What Writers Need To Know About Writing Historical Fiction by E.K. Prescott
What Writers Need To Know About Writing Historical Fiction by E.K. Prescott
CONNECT WITH E.K. PRESCOTT http://www.fivestarpublications.net/ivyleague https://www.facebook.com/EKPrescottWritesMystery https://twitter.com/EKPrescottWrite...- published: 16 May 2013
- views: 154
- author: filmcourage
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Richard Carrier: Acts as Historical Fiction
Dr. Richard Carrier surveys the literary evidence that Acts is not an attempt at recording...
published: 13 Mar 2014
Richard Carrier: Acts as Historical Fiction
Richard Carrier: Acts as Historical Fiction
Dr. Richard Carrier surveys the literary evidence that Acts is not an attempt at recording what actually happened at the origin of Christianity, but is a mostly fabricated story invented as internal propaganda. He also surveys the clues that remain indicating the original story Acts reinvents did not have a real historical Jesus behind it.- published: 13 Mar 2014
- views: 356
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Javert vs Enjolras — Epic Rap Battles of Historical Fiction
Download Link: https://www.box.com/s/e9167d48eb9f7295a6b4 Thanks for watching and subscrib...
published: 29 Jul 2012
author: Jonathan von Mering
Javert vs Enjolras — Epic Rap Battles of Historical Fiction
Javert vs Enjolras — Epic Rap Battles of Historical Fiction
Download Link: https://www.box.com/s/e9167d48eb9f7295a6b4 Thanks for watching and subscribing! Dedicated to the cast of WDW's Les Misérables. Javert: Jonatha...- published: 29 Jul 2012
- views: 62873
- author: Jonathan von Mering
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YA Historical Fiction Group Presentation
The Books Featured Laurie Halse Anderson "Chains" & "Fever 1793" Christopher Paul Curtis "...
published: 20 Nov 2012
author: SarahJean Meyer
YA Historical Fiction Group Presentation
YA Historical Fiction Group Presentation
The Books Featured Laurie Halse Anderson "Chains" & "Fever 1793" Christopher Paul Curtis "Elijah of Buxton" & "The Watsons Go to Birmingham: 1963" Other YA H...- published: 20 Nov 2012
- views: 195
- author: SarahJean Meyer
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A Sea Of Dead - Historical Fiction Romance | World War 1
A Sea Of Dead is a historical military fiction book based at the time of World War 1.
http...
published: 08 Nov 2013
A Sea Of Dead - Historical Fiction Romance | World War 1
A Sea Of Dead - Historical Fiction Romance | World War 1
A Sea Of Dead is a historical military fiction book based at the time of World War 1. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GMLZ3U8/ http://www.amazon.co.uk/dpB00GMLZ3U8/ A Sea Of Dead a military romance fiction novel where you'll find Captain David Sherman has been based in France fighting on the WW1 front line. It is here where he receives his crippling physical & psychological injuries and is sent back to England to recover. Captain Sherman doesn't return to his family home, instead he goes to Lady Almina's country estate to rebuild and recoup his life. There situations unfold that sets of a chain of events that could lead to his downfall. http://authorrobertfowler.com/a-sea-of-dead Prologue: Captain David Sherman has been sent to recover from injuries received in the trenches of France. It is 1918, and the war is already over for some like David. Scared and invalided, he will have to begin a new life. He is staying at the house of Lady Almina, who has opened her house and grounds to help with the war effort. There David meets Marlin Walker, an attractive widower who helps around the estate. The captain is captivated by Marlin, to him she is unlike any woman he has ever met, but that is where his problems begin. As well as his physical injuries, he also suffers from endless nightmares and a deep feeling of guilt that he has returned alive, when so many did not. Much more of a complication, is the fact that he is also married with two daughters, and his father-in-law is a rich and powerful businessman; David's obsession with Marlin sets off a chain of events that could lead to his downfall. http://youtu.be/DX9tZ6E6xnY Find out more about me and my other books here:_ http://authorrobertfowler.com/- published: 08 Nov 2013
- views: 9
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Authors discuss "Historical Fiction: Bringing the Past to Life"
The New York-based Marmaduke Writing Factory hosted the "Historical Fiction: Bringing the ...
published: 28 Jan 2011
author: MWFFactoryWorker
Authors discuss "Historical Fiction: Bringing the Past to Life"
Authors discuss "Historical Fiction: Bringing the Past to Life"
The New York-based Marmaduke Writing Factory hosted the "Historical Fiction: Bringing the Past to Life" panel discussion on January 25, 2011, with authors Ga...- published: 28 Jan 2011
- views: 645
- author: MWFFactoryWorker
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A Sea Of Dead - World War 1 Historical Fiction Military Romance Book
A Sea Of Dead is a historical military fiction book based at the time of World War 1.
htt...
published: 08 Nov 2013
A Sea Of Dead - World War 1 Historical Fiction Military Romance Book
A Sea Of Dead - World War 1 Historical Fiction Military Romance Book
A Sea Of Dead is a historical military fiction book based at the time of World War 1. http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GMLZ3U8/ http://www.amazon.co.uk/dpB00GMLZ3U8/ A Sea Of Dead a military romance fiction novel where you'll find Captain David Sherman has been based in France fighting on the WW1 front line. It is here where he receives his crippling physical & psychological injuries and is sent back to England to recover. Captain Sherman doesn't return to his family home, instead he goes to Lady Almina's country estate to rebuild and recoup his life. There situations unfold that sets of a chain of events that could lead to his downfall. http://authorrobertfowler.com/a-sea-of-dead Prologue: Captain David Sherman has been sent to recover from injuries received in the trenches of France. It is 1918, and the war is already over for some like David. Scared and invalided, he will have to begin a new life. He is staying at the house of Lady Almina, who has opened her house and grounds to help with the war effort. There David meets Marlin Walker, an attractive widower who helps around the estate. The captain is captivated by Marlin, to him she is unlike any woman he has ever met, but that is where his problems begin. As well as his physical injuries, he also suffers from endless nightmares and a deep feeling of guilt that he has returned alive, when so many did not. Much more of a complication, is the fact that he is also married with two daughters, and his father-in-law is a rich and powerful businessman; David's obsession with Marlin sets off a chain of events that could lead to his downfall. http://youtu.be/DX9tZ6E6xnY Find out more about me and my other books here:- http://authorrobertfowler.com/- published: 08 Nov 2013
- views: 6