So here’s the thing: I’ve written a novel. Now that the novel is done I have to get it out to some agents. Hence, I need a query letter. I’ve never written a query letter before. That’s where you come in. Please read the letter below and let me know if you would read this […]
Filed under: Words on August 20th, 2010 by silviamg
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I keep going back on forth about whether my next novel should be what I’m dubbing Mexican steampunk or near future sci-fi with vampires. So, I’m putting it to the test. What sounds more interesting?
Twelve Iron Horses
Sofia works in her father’s shop in downtown Mexico City, commanding life-size dolls to do her bidding and selling […]
Filed under: Words on July 22nd, 2010 by silviamg
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I am preparing an article on movie posters which will run during Poe Week in October at Innsmouth Free Press. The article, along with my nascent status of micro-publisher (finished all the paperwork, which included getting the ISBN registration from Canadian government), made me remember one of the cardinal sins of design for horror publications: […]
Filed under: Words on July 18th, 2010 by silviamg
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We keep growing tentacles! Innsmouth Free Press is launching a Lovecraftian anthology in 2011 and need your help! We have a few brief questions which would be very helpful during the anthology development. Go here to answer the survey.
Filed under: Words on July 14th, 2010 by silviamg
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I reviewed the Japanese science-fiction novel Loups-Garous for Innsmouth Free Press today. What struck me about this book was the great characterization of the teenage heroines who were well-defined and interesting. I think many books, movies and TV shows tend to portray teenagers as annoying, self-absorbed creatures that we have little sympathy for. Witness the […]
Filed under: Words on July 8th, 2010 by silviamg
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