With Emma’s Secret releasing in 11 days, I’ll admit I’ve been on pins and needles waiting to see what reviews have to say about this novel. I wrote this story for my readers, for those (for you) who fell in love with a little girl named Emma and the Papa she loves most. So many of you emailed me, posted on my website and on my facebook page letting me …Read More
The Indie Life: Why We Need Street Teams
This post was originally published here. I thought it important enough that I wanted to keep it in my writing files. I hope you enjoy it! There’s one key aspect to writing that authors either love or hate. Promotion. We either find it exciting and can’t wait to dive in or we fortify ourselves with pots of coffee followed by bottles of wine all the while wishing our books would …Read More
Looking for a Pre-Release Copy of Emma’s Secret?
I’m so excited to announce that I have some Pre-Release Giveaways of Emma’s Secret that you can win on Goodreads! Also…I’m having a release party on Goodreads the week of the release … and you’re all invited! Here’s the link to RSVP! Goodreads Book Giveaway Emma’s Secret by Steena Holmes Giveaway ends June 24, 2013. See the giveaway details at Goodreads. Enter to win Steena Holmes on Google+
Want My TBR Pile To Become Yours?
I love to read…but with a deadline approaching, I haven’t had as much time as I’d like to dive in and really lose myself in a book. Which is unfortunate because there are a lot of fabulous books that have been released lately! Every time I’m on Facebook or Twitter I seem to find a book I want to read…and find I add it to my TBR Pile. So…since it’s …Read More
Are You Guilty of Abusing Twitter?
There are generally two thoughts when it comes to Twitter. Either you love it or hate it. The majority of authors I know hate twitter for two reasons. They don’t know how to use it and hate getting spammed. The majority of readers I know hate twitter for one reason. They hate getting spammed. See the connection? I logged onto twitter today when I needed a break from my current story …Read More
Let’s Reunite Mother’s One Book At A Time
Did you read Finding Emma and loved it? Help spread the word so other’s can love it too! On Mother’s Day – let’s help reunite those mother’s with children who are still missing! Spread the word, buy the book as a gift, tell others about the story of a little girl reunited with her family after two years…100% of the proceeds from each sale on Mother’s Day will to The …Read More
The Indie Life: Deadlines
I’ll admit – there are times I wonder if the dreaded “D” word is a curse or a blessing. On one hand, I love deadlines. I thrive, flourish, write my best work all while being on a deadline. I find without one, I tend to take my time writing, I will spend time on Facebook or Twitter or creating covers or promo items for myself or other people. I’ll read …Read More
Peanut Butter Cup Fudge
Love on first sight. It is real. It’s super easy to make and tastes delicious! The only caveat I’d say is that the chocolate doesn’t set like a regular fudge – it’s a bit soft – softer than the peanut butter part – but I promise you, it won’t matter!Especially when it’s on Facebook and it’s a recipe that combines peanut butter and chocolate. I keep this in the freezer …Read More
Special Surprise…Coming Soon!
More details to follow…. Feel free to share this image…spread the word there’s a surprise coming…. Steena Holmes on Google+