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New entry May 28
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Books from Critters!
Check out Books by Critters for books by your fellow Critterfolk, as well as my list of recommended books for writers.
New Book from a Critter Member
**NOW IN
PRINT EDITION
TOO!** Awesome new book,
HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR SPECULATIVE FICTION OPENINGS,
from a Critter member who's unearthed a shard of The Secret
to becoming a pro writer. Really good piece of work.
"...if you're at all concerned about story openings, you'd be nuts not to read what Qualkinbush has to say." —Wil McCarthy, author of BLOOM and THE COLLAPSIUM
The Sigil Trilogy
If you're looking for an amazing, WOW! science fiction story, check out THE SIGIL TRILOGY. This is — literally — one of the best science fiction novels I've ever read.
Interviewed!
I was interviewed live on public radio for Critters' birthday, for those who want to listen.
Free Web Sites
Free web sites for authors (and others) are available at www.nyx.net.
ReAnimus Acquires Advent!
ReAnimus Press is pleased to announce the acquisition of the legendary Advent Publishers! Advent is now a subsidiary of ReAnimus Press, and we will continue to publish Advent's titles under the Advent name. Advent was founded in 1956 by Earl Kemp and others, and has published the likes of James Blish, Hal Clement, Robert Heinlein, Damon Knight, E.E. "Doc" Smith, and many others. Advent's high quality titles have won and been finalists for several Hugo Awards, such as The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction and Fantasy and Heinlein's Children. Watch this space for ebook and print editions of all of Advent's current titles!
Book Recommendation
THE SIGIL TRILOGY:
The universe is dying from within...
"Great stuff... Really enjoyed it." — SFWA Grandmaster Michael Moorcock
Announcing ReAnimus Press
If you're looking for great stuff to read from bestselling and award-winning authors—look no further! ReAnimus Press was founded by your very own Critter Captain. (And with a 12% Affiliate program.) [More]
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FEATURED BOOK
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Comments for: Lea Schizas
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Lea was my first publisher and did a wonderful job of improving my books.
Lea is fantastic! Her style is one that gets the best out of you and your story while still making the dreaded editing process fun! A very rare quality indeed.
Lea has the integrity needed to be a scrupulous, dedicated editor. I know I can count on her. Rohn Federbush
Lea Schizsa is knowledgable,skilled, helpful,cheerfully honest, and most importantly THERE when you need her.
Lea has an innate ability to strengthen a writer's work without compromising their voice or message. Her editing skills are a gift to any author she works with.
Her patience is marvelous.
Lea Schizas 'menditing,'a clever term from the combination of mentoring and editing, is instructional and equitable and I have learned much about the preparation for publishing process.
Lea is quick to respond and easy to work with.
Lea is smart, patient, friendly, and willing to work with authors for the best possible outcome for all!
Lea engages the whole author. You’re not just a manuscript with her. She encourages you when encouragement is needed, is always positive, and has a canny eye for cover art. Editing is definitely her gig!
Lea Schizas is multi-talented managing editor, skilled in finalizing a manuscript for print and designing eye-catching book covers.
Reliable and is always available.
Lea has a wonderful way of improving the author's writing without changing the author's writing. Her responsive, supportive, collaborative approach is not what I expected my first time working with an editor. She has set the bar very high for all future experiences.
Helped make my manuscript shine! She always responds in a timely manner to emails and is always informative and helpful.
I’ve worked with Lea and found her to be professional, helpful and an alround excellent editor
she encouraged me to think of myself as a published autor.
Great editor and also cover designer.
Lea is an excellent editor with an even better attitude!
Lea is amazing!
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