Children's Books for Life
The Steve Costello author Blog. Steve is an author of children's books and has recently published his début novel (8 - 12 year olds), Horando - Going Home. His computers hard drive complains at the weight of children's stories and theatrical scripts waiting to be published. Stories of friendship, action and adventure with an underlying theme of, education for life. This Blog is where the news will be published as it happens.
Tuesday 6 November 2012
Tuesday 23 October 2012
Goals Matter
Some years ago when the WWW was in its infancy and I was coming to terms with the aftermath of a disabling accident, one of my 'lines of therapy' included sharing my management and training experience through an Ezine that I developed called KEYZine. It was wonderful for my self-esteem because it had over 6,000 genuine followers inside six months and many of those followers interacted with me, showing that the content was both valuable and interesting to them.
Circumstances changed and I had to move on and KEYZine was painfully saved to 'floppy disk'. Oh how I wish I had those followers now.
My book is published and it is not a best-seller yet despite some extremely promising reviews so what next?
I sense one of those 'catch 22' situations developing. I have enough major writing projects to keep me busy for a very long time but if a publisher is going to pick-up my work, I am going to have to make sure that I get the message out there and, if nothing else, I need to be a hit on Amazon (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B009M5RZ2K) through Kindle and the print-on-demand service at CreateSpace. Maybe then, one of those big publishers will see the light.
Circumstances changed and I had to move on and KEYZine was painfully saved to 'floppy disk'. Oh how I wish I had those followers now.
My book is published and it is not a best-seller yet despite some extremely promising reviews so what next?
I sense one of those 'catch 22' situations developing. I have enough major writing projects to keep me busy for a very long time but if a publisher is going to pick-up my work, I am going to have to make sure that I get the message out there and, if nothing else, I need to be a hit on Amazon (http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B009M5RZ2K) through Kindle and the print-on-demand service at CreateSpace. Maybe then, one of those big publishers will see the light.
I need a plan.
That's simple enough, I have enough skills and experience to work that one out! So I must ask myself several questions.
What are my goals?
- Short-term
- Medium-term
- Long-term
What do I need to do to achieve them?
- Make a list
Break-down the list into a To Do list.
- Daily
- Weekly
- Monthly
Get on with it!
It is not rocket science and there are other ways of realising my goals. The most important point however is To Do and NOT procrastinate. Regardless of how I feel and what other aspects of life are going on around me, I must do at least one thing from my list every day.
Off to my list, have a great day.
Steve Costello
Author of Horando - Going Home
Novel. Age 8+ Horando is reminiscent of
other classic fantasies in particular some readers may identify with Blyton’s ‘Famous
Five’ stories.
The difference with Horando is that it goes beyond adventure and
lashings of ginger beer. This group of children have magical abilities waiting
to be uncovered and used for the greater good. Teamwork is crucial to a
happy-ending as their childhood is put on hold while they step up to destroy
the evil that threatens peace and prosperity. A great read with numerous messages
for life for those who choose to see them.
Saturday 20 October 2012
Authors of books for children unite!
As a new-comer to the Wonderful World of Web, I am doing my best to promote my new novel for children (www.horando.com) and I would like to offer FREE space and links on this Blog and my website. All that I ask is that you do the same for me and work with me to promote our work.
Leave a comment and some contact details on this Blog or email me at steve@horando.com if you might be interested and I will get back to you.
I have a large Facebook following and my Twitter followers although small today, are growing each day.
Once we confirm our willingness to work together, I will also mail you a paperback of my début novel, Horando - Going Home.
Steve Costello
Horando on Amazon
Leave a comment and some contact details on this Blog or email me at steve@horando.com if you might be interested and I will get back to you.
I have a large Facebook following and my Twitter followers although small today, are growing each day.
Once we confirm our willingness to work together, I will also mail you a paperback of my début novel, Horando - Going Home.
Steve Costello
Horando on Amazon
Thursday 18 October 2012
Next book from the author of Horando - Going Home
Steve Costello's next novel will feature one of the characters from The Horando story who sets out to discover how and why he can move around in time.
This is another exciting story for over 8's who want to take part in a great adventure, places are not limited so be there at the start.
More information coming soon.
Talking about Horando. There will be a day of FREE give-aways on Amazon Kindle very soon. If you would like a FREE copy, watch this Blog for details and in return, please leave your feedback on the Amazon site once you have read it and pass on the word to your networks!
This is another exciting story for over 8's who want to take part in a great adventure, places are not limited so be there at the start.
More information coming soon.
Talking about Horando. There will be a day of FREE give-aways on Amazon Kindle very soon. If you would like a FREE copy, watch this Blog for details and in return, please leave your feedback on the Amazon site once you have read it and pass on the word to your networks!
Wednesday 17 October 2012
Reminiscent of classic fantasies
Written by new author Steve Costello this novel for 8 to 12 year olds is reminiscent of other classic fantasies in particular some readers may identify with Blyton’s ‘Famous Five’ stories.
The difference with Horando is that it goes beyond adventure and lashings of ginger beer. This group of children have magical abilities waiting to be uncovered and used for the greater good. Teamwork and looking after one another is crucial to a happy-ending as their childhood is put on hold while they step up to destroy the evil that threatens peace and prosperity. A great read with numerous messages for life for those who choose to see them.
This story helps children to discover and unpack a new world where there is plenty of space to include their own imaginations in the fun while they explore and learn.
Blogged by Steve C, October 2012
This story helps children to discover and unpack a new world where there is plenty of space to include their own imaginations in the fun while they explore and learn.
Blogged by Steve C, October 2012
Tuesday 16 October 2012
Horando - Children's Novel
Searching: Horando - Children's Novel: OUT NOW! New children's book, 'Horando - Going Home'. Get a copy from Amazon Kindle, Over 1000 sold in the first three days. Novel. Age ...
Monday 15 October 2012
Horando - Children's Novel
OUT NOW! New children's book, 'Horando - Going Home'. Get a copy from Amazon Kindle, Over 1000 sold in the first three days.
Novel. Age 8+ Horando is reminiscent of
other classic fantasies in particular some readers may identify with Blyton’s ‘Famous
Five’ stories.
The difference with Horando is that it goes beyond adventure and
lashings of ginger beer. This group of children have magical abilities waiting
to be uncovered and used for the greater good. Teamwork is crucial to a
happy-ending as their childhood is put on hold while they step up to destroy
the evil that threatens peace and prosperity. A great read with numerous messages
for life for those who choose to see them.
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