Paula Blais Gorgas

No More Free Internet?

Paula — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:27:03 +0000

Here’s an excellent article on “net neutrality.” It’s good to be informed: http://blogs.publishersweekly.com/blogs/PWxyz/?p=1398

And this is why I write YA novels

Paula — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 17:56:34 +0000

I just came across a great article on aduts reading kids books. Maryann Yin references an essay by Pamela Paul. Here’s the link: http://www.mediabistro.com/galleycat/trends/_in_defense_of_yareading_adults_170159.asp?c=rss . Enjoy!

Character Emotions

Paula — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 17:11:51 +0000

A quick post just to share an amazing resource I recently discovered: THE EMOTION THESAURUS. I found this little gem in a post on one of my favorite blogs, http://www.guidetoliteraryagents.com/blog/ . THE EMOTION THESAURUS is mentioned in a different post about getting inside your characters, i.e., letting readers feel the characters’ emotions, also a great post. Here’s the link: http://thebookshelfmuse.blogspot.com/2008/01/introducing-thesaurus-thursdays.html .

Meet Arnold

Paula — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 21:50:20 +0000

If you’ve been visiting my website lately, you’ve probably already met Arnold. He sits at his desk, in front of his comuter, and typing out my latest book, SECRET OF THE CRYSTAL DRAGON. I’ve discovered that Arnold is a tempermental little guy. Sometimes he pecks away diligently, looking quite pleased with the slow but steady progress I’m making . But sometimes he blows his funny little top, getting so frustrated with my miserable words, he’s ready to shoot the computer! I forgive him though because I understand exactly how he feels. How would you feel if you went to sleep one night in your own bed and woke up on another world? 12-year-old Myra isn’t too happy with her situation, but she and her friend, Aiden, have a job to do before they can get back home. That’s all I’m going to say for now. Stay tuned to “Paula’s World” and keep checking on Arnold’s progress.

Court of Honor

wink — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 03:28:51 +0000

eBooks Are the Future

Paula — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:35:33 +0000

Ebooks are the future of publishing. I’ve said this for years and I still firmly believe it. Will they replace hard copy books? My best guess is they won’t, no more than TV replaced radio. TV changed radio, no denying that, but it certainly didn’t put the little talking box out of business. Some of us might wish it did, especially when we hear the rants and ravings of some talk radio hosts, but the fact is, radio has a purpose and a place in today’s world. So do eBooks.

I could write pages on this subject, but my publisher, Dragonfly Publishing, Inc, has posted an article that says it all much better than I can. Click here for the latest on a subject important to any author and/or reader.

Court of Honor Trailer

admin — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 02:25:17 +0000

Dreamtime Trailer

admin — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 02:23:07 +0000

Other Worlds Trailer

admin — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 14:15:04 +0000

Winner

admin — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 14:12:00 +0000

Congratulations to Stephen Alexander, winner of an autographed copy of OTHER WORLDS.

And many thanks to everyone who participated in this event. Judging from the number of entries, I’m declaring the contest a big success. Over two hundred entries! So amazing, I’m already planning another event for the Fall. Check back for more details.