Sir Poops and Hair Ball: An Interview With Rocko and Spunky

 

SPAL: Good morning, nice people! We’re back and moving slow.

HB: Yeah. Mummsy’s work schedule has been really crazy.

SPAL: Yup. It has me confused. I can barely tell what day it is.

HB: Me, too.

SPAL: Even thought its crazy, she still finds time to write.

HB: Amazing, huh?

SPAL: I’m in awe. Anyway, we have a treat today. We are being visited by two Kitties today.

HB: What? Kitties? Do they have breeds, too? ***he sniffs around the two while they slink around him****

Rocko: We’re black cats. Mom calls us her little black rats.

Spunky: We were strays and have no idea what breed we are. Unless “stray cat” is a breed?

HB: ****still sniffing the two kitties*** Mummsy says that about me and pansy-boy here when she dowses us in the Great White Watery Abyss of Torture.

SPAL: Yes. She does. Who is your Mummsy?

Spunky: Speaker and author L. Diane Wolfe. She’s also known as “Spunk On A Stick.”

HB: Spunk on a Stick? Is that the same thing as meat on a stick?

SPAL: Boy. You’re stupid, stupid. That’s their Mummsy’s other name. ***he glances at Rocko and Spunky***Ignore him. Does your Mummsy write, draw, or paint?

Rocko: She writes. She also speaks. We hear her practice sometimes.

SPAL: My Mummsy reads her dialogue in some pretty strange voices when she writes.

HB: Yeah. She does.

Spunky: Mom also takes a lot of pictures. I try to hide but that doesn’t stop her.

HB: Our Mummsy takes lots of pictures, too. Especially of us. Do you like hanging out with her while she works on her projects?

Rocko: Oh yes! We like curling up in her lap. Sometimes she won’t let us because she’s really busy, so we either stare out the window by her computer or stare at her in hopes she changes her mind.

SPAL: I love my Mummy’s lap and stupid likes to be at her feet. Where do you like to sit? On their lap? At their feet? Or on their keyboards or crayons?

Rocko: We prefer her lap. If she’s not there, I’ll curl up on her chair. The keyboard is too hard for me.

Spunky: It looks like we lay on the keyboard though. It’s always covered in cat fur.

SPAL: You mean, you’re not hypoallergenic?!

HB: That means we don’t shed and Mummsy can keep us forever and ever. Hey you two, what do you and your Mummsy like to nosh on? And do you share?

Rocko: We like cat treats, especially the Party Mix brand!

Spunky: We’d share, but you might not like them.

SPAL: Stupid might. He likes everything.

Rocko: Spunky also likes ice cubes. He doesn’t eat them, he just licks them.

HB: Hey! I can show you where to get some of them from. I know how to pop the button on our fridge to get some.

SPAL: No. You’re not. We’re going to share links now.

LINKS:

Website - http://www.spunkonastick.net/

Blog - http://circleoffriendsbooks.blogspot.com/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/SpunkOnAStick

Facebook Business - https://www.facebook.com/SpunkOnAStick

How to Publish and Promote Your Book Now is available in print and on all ebook platforms:

Barnes and Noble - http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/how-to-publish-and-promote-your-book-now-l-diane-wolfe/1113516811

Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/How-Publish-Promote-Your-Book/dp/0982713959/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359139094&sr=1-1&keywords=9780982713952

Amazon Kindle - http://www.amazon.com/Publish-Promote-Your-Book-ebook/dp/B00B8X5WEM/ref=sr_1_8?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359715649&sr=1-8

Purchase links for my other six books are all located on this page:

http://circleoffriendsbooks.blogspot.com/p/spunkys-books.html

 

Bio:

Known as “Spunk On A Stick,” Wolfe is a member of the National Speakers Association and the author of numerous books. Her latest title, “How to Publish and Promote Your Book Now,” covers her publishing seminars in depth and provides an overview of the entire process from idea to market. “Overcoming Obstacles With SPUNK! The Keys to Leadership & Goal-Setting”, ties her goal-setting and leadership seminars together into one complete, enthusiastic package. Her YA series, The Circle of Friends, features morally grounded, positive stories. Wolfe travels extensively for media interviews and speaking engagements, maintains a dozen websites & blogs, and assists writers through her author services.

SPAL: This wraps up this weeks interview. Thanks for coming by Spunky and Rocko.

HB: Hey! ***he looks around*** Where did they go?

SPAL: Well, they did move like slinkies. We’ll be back next week. Now its time for another nap.

Lots of licks!

Sir Poops and Hair Ball

Sir Poops and Hair Ball: What’s Your Nosh Tuesday, Author L. Diane Wolfe

SPAL: Tuesdays come around fast. Don’t you think?

HB: Yep. But today is little different than most nosh days, and I’m not happy about it.

SPAL: That’s right. Absolutely no treats for you because I’m staying in my bed for this one.  I’m a little tired. So I’m handing the blog over to L. Diane Wolfe today.

HB: But I thought if we shared what the authors were writing and selling, they would share some good nosh with us.

SPAL: Nope. Not today. I’m tired of your behavior, stupid. You need to learn a good lesson.

HB: That’s not fair! Mean-ole-pansy.

SPAL: You can think whatever you want. Anyway, L. Diane Wolfe has finished a long time project. She wrote this for all the nice people to read. It’s a steal at 4.99 on ebook.

 

HOW TO PUBLISH AND PROMOTE YOUR BOOK NOW!

By L. Diane Wolfe

Publishing and promoting made simple!

Have you always dreamed of publishing a book but didn’t know where to begin? This book walks you through the steps of identifying markets, budgeting, building an online presence, and generating publicity. Get the whole story on:

· Traditional publishing

· Self-publishing

· Print and e-book setup, formatting, and distribution

· Finding your target audience

· Generating reviews and media interest

· Networking and developing an online presence

· Promotional materials and appearances

Uncover your ideal publishing path and numerous marketing options before you begin. Writing is your dream. Give it the best chance for success!

Available February 5, 2012

Publishing/Marketing, 214 pages, Dancing Lemur Press LLC

$14.95 Trade paperback ISBN 978-0-9827139-5-2

$4.99 Ebook ISBN 978-0-9827139-9-0

Barnes and Noble - http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/how-to-publish-and-promote-your-book-now-l-diane-wolfe/1113516811

Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/How-Publish-Promote-Your-Book/dp/0982713959/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359139094&sr=1-1&keywords=9780982713952

Amazon Kindle - http://www.amazon.com/Publish-Promote-Your-Book-ebook/dp/B00B8X5WEM/ref=sr_1_8?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1359715649&sr=1-8

“She gives an unbiased take on the advantages and disadvantages of traditional publishing and self-publishing and publishing paths that combine the two… It's the perfect book for those who want an overview to begin the decision-making process.”

- Carolyn Howard-Johnson, author of the multi award-winning series of how-to books for writershttp://howtodoitfrugally.com/

“A must-read for writers planning on self-publishing or any writer who wants the ultimate how-to on promoting. Tons of links, advice, and how-to, whether you're going for print or e-publication.”

- Helen Ginger, author of Angel Sometimeshttp://helenginger.com/

My sites-

Blog - Spunk On A Stick’s Tips -http://circleoffriendsbooks.blogspot.com/

Website - Spunk On A Stick -http://www.spunkonastick.net/

Twitter - https://twitter.com/SpunkOnAStick

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/l.diane.wolfe

Short Bio-

Known as “Spunk On A Stick,” Wolfe is a member of the National Speakers Association and a motivational speaker. She’s conducted seminars on book publishing and promoting for five years and assisted writers through several author services. Her other titles include “Overcoming Obstacles With SPUNK!” which ties her goal-setting and leadership seminar’s information together, and a YA series, “The Circle of Friends.” Wolfe travels extensively for media interviews and speaking engagements, maintains a dozen websites & blogs, and contributes to several other sites and newsletters.

SPAL: I hope all you nice people go buy her book while I take a nap now.

HB: Yeah. But bring me back a treat. PLEEEEEZ…nice people.

 

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Also another reminder:

SAVE THE DATE: February 19, 20, and 21st. I’ll be having a Spread the News and Cheer on the Run Away Bride Giveaway. I’ll be drawing 2 winners for a 15 dollar Amazon card and 2 winners for autographed copies of Secondhand Shoes.

And everyone gets a FREE ebook on those three days, too.

Hair Ball and I will be interviewing Mummsy, too.

Lots of licks,

Sir Poops and Hair Ball

Sir Poops and Hair Ball: What’s Your Nosh Tuesday, Author Alex J. Cavanaugh

 

SPAL and HB: Psst! Its that time again.

HB: Yup. Time for some really good nosh. I’m hungry.

SPAL: You’re always hungry, stupid, no matter what Mummsy feeds you. Anyway, this post is to help show of new and Indie authors’s published and even their unpublished work.

HB: You’re always hungry too, pansy-boy. Who’s coming today?

SPAL: Someone who likes Hot Tamales and Mummsy says is the Santa Claus of the blogosphere. His name is Alex J. Cavanaugh. He’s everywhere on there. And knows the goods on everybody.

HB: Santa Claus? Well, he better bring something good to eat. Especially if he knows the goods on everybody. He oughta know that I like treats. Lots of them.

SPAL: Anyway, here he comes. You better behave.

HB: ***runs up to him and jumps*** Hello, nice man. What do you have in your pock … I mean, what do you like to snack on when you’re writing? Please tell me why you like it.

AC: I snack on Hot Tamales. They are both sweet and spicy.

SPAL: It doesn’t sound like something you would like, stupid. ***he walks toward HB and Alex*** Is this treat crunchy or soft?

AC: Somewhere in between – more like chewy.

HB: How about salty or sweet?

AC: Sweet but with a hot kick! Might be too much for you guys.

HB: But I like sweet things.

SPAL: Yeah. But I don’t think you’d like spicy. Spicy made my bum burn once a long time ago. It was almost as bad as swallowing a whole pair of Mummsy’s pantyhose. That was a very bad day. ***he frowns***

HB: Awe man! Every week I’m told practically the same thing. Nothing is good for me.

SPAL: I bet Hot Tamales gets you creative juices flowing.

AC: The zing of hot cinnamon certainly wakes them up.

SPAL and HB: Do you have any fur or feathered-peeps you like to share your nosh with?

AC: Sorry, no other peeps in the house besides my wife. And I’d be happy to share my Hot Tamales with her, but she’s not crazy about them.

SPAL : Awe. That’s too bad.

HB: Then who is your muse?

AC: My guitar is probably a better muse. Maybe if a box of Hot Tamales lasted longer…

SPAL: Did any kind of fur peep help you publish books?

AC: No pets helped, but I do have two published books:

CassaStar by Alex J. Cavanaugh – Amazon Best Seller!

Science fiction - space opera/adventure

Print ISBN 978-0-9816210-6-7 $15.95

EBook ISBN 978-0-9827139-3-8 $2.99

Links to purchase:

Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/CassaStar-Alex-J-Cavanaugh/dp/0981621066

Barnes and Noble - http://search.barnesandnoble.com/books/e/9780981621067/?itm=1&USRI=cassastar

Amazon UK - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Cassastar-Alex-J-Cavanaugh/dp/0981621066

Amazon Kindle - http://www.amazon.com/CassaStar-ebook/dp/B0045Y261I/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1286550119&sr=1-2

Barnes & Noble Nook - http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cassastar-alex-j-cavanaugh/1103109514?ean=2940011114151&format=nook-book&itm=1&usri=cassastar

CassaFire by Alex J. Cavanaugh – Amazon Best Seller!

Science fiction - space opera/adventure

Print ISBN 978-0-9827139-4-5 $15.95

EBook ISBN 978-0-9827139-6-9 $2.99

Links to Purchase:

Barnes and Noble - http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cassafire-alex-j-cavanaugh/1034742568

Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/CassaFire-Alex-J-Cavanaugh/dp/0982713940/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1329417150&sr=1-1

Amazon Kindle - http://www.amazon.com/CassaFire-ebook/dp/B007A2TSNG/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1329663355&sr=1-1

B&N Nook - http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/cassafire-alex-j-cavanaugh/1106434238?ean=2940033034284&itm=1&usri=cassafire

And the third book, CassaStorm, will be out September 2013!

Thank you Sir Poops and Hair Ball!

Alex J. Cavanaugh

http://alexjcavanaugh.blogspot.com/

http://twitter.com/AlexJCavanaugh

Alex J. Cavanaugh has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and works in web design and graphics. He is experienced in technical editing and worked with an adult literacy program for several years. A fan of all things science fiction, his interests range from books and movies to music and games. Online he is the Ninja Captain and founder of the Insecure Writer’s Support Group. The author lives in the Carolinas with his wife.

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Hey! don’t go yet. We’ve got some announcements to pass along.

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E.J. Wesley is going on a blog tour starting February 4th until March 4th.  You can go HERE for more details.

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Diane Wolfe has released her new book, How to Publish and Promote Your Book Now! and is giving everyone an opportunity to be a winner between February 5th through the 8th. Go HERE for more information.

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And Mummsy has finally set a date for her blog party to cheer on Lila, the run-a-way bride. There’s three days of partying, free ebook copies of Secondhand Shoes, two peeps could win 15 dollar Amazon cards, along with two peeps receiving a free autographed copy of Mummy’s novel in paperback.

Save the dates: February 19th through 21st.

 

Lots of licks,

Sir Poops and Hair Ball