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Author Interviews

Ask An Author 3.0 #40

Apologies all around. I'm running a little late with posting, but I'm also a little under the weather. I blame the fluctuating temperatures. Sixty-five Fahrenheit in January, then back down to near-freezing? Nonsense!  But I'll tell you what isn't nonsense, and that's this month's interview for Ask An Author. We got GA's finest Signature Author when it comes to historical fiction, folks. Before I go back down for another nap, here's @Mark Arbour! • • • • • Mark Arbour 33 Stor
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Genre Deep Dives

Non-Fiction Deep Dive 5

Top 9 Most Read Non-Fiction - Autobiography is a self-written account of one's life. Takes stock of the autobiographer's life from the moment of composition. While biographers generally rely on a wide variety of documents and viewpoints, autobiography may be based entirely on the writer's memory. An Advent Calendar by Aditus Complete A Summer Happy Place by Lee Wilson Complete It’s Not How I Remember It by paren01 Complete Pride Month, and other Haibun by A
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CSR- Can't Stop Reading

February CSR Feature: Just Keep Swimming by JJQuinn

Welcome to the 2nd month of 2025! Hopefully your year has started off well, but if not, you can always escape into a fictional world when you need a break. How about a novella-length tale that didn't quite make it into the recent anthology?  Just Keep Swimming by @JJQuinn Length: 41,320 Description: Successful, but romantically repressed computer programmer, Liam Bailey would've blown a homeless man for a taste of stale after spending almost a week chasing down his energetic
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Jan. 25 - Feb. 1)

Oh well, at least February is only 28 days this year I find February the most boring month of the year. We are about to head into the -20 to -30 C or -12 to 18 F this upcoming week  That might be why I hate it. Have to tell my annual February joke too! If you are a farmer, you cannot look at it  No posting it in the chat below either   As I mention the weather, someone I know said I chose to live here . When I thought about it, I came to the realization at the age I am, I have chose
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Anthologies

Diversity Exercise

Diversity is a topic that has been on my mind lately, which is perfect timing since it's the theme of our annual Poetry Anthology.  One of the things I love about my job is the diverse nature of the individuals I serve.  I've gotten a bunch of new referrals lately; many from cultures I am only rudimentarily familiar with.  So, I've been doing a lot of research to ensure I account for these individuals cultural heritage and beliefs when providing services.   I recently attended a continuing
Valkyrie

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Genre Deep Dives

Mystery Deep Dive 5

Top 1 Most Read Mystery - Amateur Sleuth Features characters who are not professional detectives but get involved in solving mysteries due to personal interest or circumstance. Bleeding Hearts by Josh Aterovis Complete Top 1 Most Read Mystery - Caper Light-hearted mystery that is easy to read, witty and not too intense.  Can also be more comic in nature.  Examples: Clue, Scooby Doo, Hardy Boys, or Janet Evanovitch books A Ticklish Thriller (Revised) by
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CSR- Can't Stop Reading

January CSR Feature Boundaries: An Old West Tale by Headstall

Did you read this month's CSR by Headstall, Boundaries: An Old West Tale, or it's followup? @Headstall always takes great care to make the setting and events come alive in his historical fiction, and the character's tales pull at your heart, head... or, well...  What did you think of this month's feature? Share your thoughts in comments below, but first, the interview! Do you eat your fruits and vegetables? Absolutely! Berries and red grapes every day, and whatever looks fresh in the p
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Jan. 19 - Jan. 25)

Lonnnnnnnng day Monday, Cia came by with an all new Signature Author Feature. You may have heard of him : Tuesday was Myr's chance to Deep Dive into Literary Fiction: Being that Monday was the Signature Author Feature, Cia followed up with the Signature Author Excerpt on Wednesday: Thursday, Valkyrie came to solicit what you would like to see in upcoming Anthology Blogs: Friday, Aditus dropped on by with what could be a couple of fun Prompts to tackle:  
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Anthologies

Future Anthology Blogs

I have some exciting plans for the anthology blog this year, including a series of writing tips.  I'd like to get an idea of what else authors/readers would like to see here in the Thursday anthology blog.  Please comment or message me about any topics you would like to see addressed, and I will do my best to accommodate.  Also let me know if you like the anthology rewinds, where past anthologies are re-featured.  It's not too early to get started writing for our Poetry Anthology - Diversity or
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Genre Deep Dives

Literary Fiction Deep Dive 5

Top 1 Most Read Literary Fiction - Bildungsroman A coming-of-age story that focuses on the psychological and moral growth of its main character from youth to adulthood. "Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger is a classic example. Milo by Talo Segura Complete Top 10 Most Read Literary Fiction - Contemporary Literary Exploration of the human condition in modern times.  Kept Boy to Made Man by empath In Process Those Left Behind by Robert Hugill In P
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Signature Feature

January Signature Author Feature: Shared Blankets by Comicality

Who doesn't love snuggling under the blankets with someone? Whether it's hot or cold where you are, I think we could all use a little... moment. Check out how Comicality shared these characters enjoying their time during the 2020 Anthology themed "The Storm".  Length: 8,264 Description: Max is currently at home alone during the big snow storm of 2011, Chicago's 'Snowpocalypse'! But his friend, Cedric lives just across the courtyard in the same apartment complex! What will they do
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Jan. 12 - Jan. 18)

Who's on holidays? Me  Who has nothing really to do on holidays? Me . What should I do on my 2 weeks off? I should do some reading  . Maybe some cleaning  . I'm bored already   What do you all think I should do? I want to fly down to the states and visit Krista but she has a very, very, very long list on how she will kill me if I ever show up . We were discussing why I think she can get a side by side for the family, and I said how else will she get my body out to the back forty and sh
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Anthologies

2025 Anthology - Creature Feature - Guidelines

I'm super excited about this year's theme!  There are so many possibilities.... Do I go with a cute fluffy kitty?  Or maybe a fire-breathing dragon?  Or an army of Norse penguins fighting Canadian otters?   It's a good thing there's a lot of time before the deadline, although with my prowess at procrastinating, I probably won't start till the week it's due   The guidelines for this year's anthology are posted below.  So now that we know the theme and the parameters... start writing!  
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Genre Deep Dives

Horror Deep Dive 5

Top 0 Most Read Horror - Body Snatcher Revolving around the invasion or replacement of human bodies by extraterrestrial beings, parasites, or other entities, body snatcher horror explores the loss of control over one's own body. No stories Top 3 Most Read Horror - Gothic (aka gothic romanticism; and dark romanticism): fiction mixing themes of horror, romance, and death Shadow‘s Reach (Halloween Noir) by Jack Poignet In Process Hungry for Gains by Jack
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Reviews

Review Team... Review!

Wow, where did 2024 go? Well I know that the Review Team worked through it. We have to thank @Timothy M. for doing up the annual review. Check out some of these stories and reviews if you missed them originally. One stop shopping.       Our Review Team has put together a list of all the Reviews they did in 2024. You can click on any of them to see the actual blog. Maybe there was one that you missed, maybe one piques your interest now, or you could simply revisit the story it
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Jan. 5 - Jan. 11)

First a disclaimer, I'm tired and none of me editors are around to read the wrap up for me   I hate to say but the first couple of weeks have been terrible for our US friends and neighbours it seems. With LA burning down and the east and southeast getting blasted by ice and snow, I have to say I hope that all of them are okay  I'm sure there is other places too that are having strange and wakey weather too, like Friday we had an actual thunderstorm (rain) and a blizzard Saturday night. Noth
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Anthologies

2025 Poetry Anthology Announcement!

The GA Poetry Anthology is returning for 2025 with the theme "Diversity"!  It's the perfect theme to show off the diverse world of poetry and its various forms.  I look forward to reading what our site poets come up with!  Please note the earlier due date.  The extra few days will give me more time to get submissions ready for the big reveal in April to celebrate National Poetry Month.     2025 Poetry Anthology - Due: March 30, 2025 The 2025 Theme is “Diversity” Feel free to
Valkyrie

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Genre Deep Dives

History Genre Deep Dive 5

Top 10 Most Read Historical - Alternate Nazi's win WWII, Napoleon win's the Battle of Waterloo, Roman Empire never fell without fantasy/speculative fiction items (other than alternate history). The Man in the High Castle Falling Apart by craftingmom Complete Kage Match by kbois Complete Engineer Benson by Wayne Gray Long-Term Hold Do Over by dkstories Complete Capitol Hill - Summer of '22 Book VI by Carlos Hazday Complete Do Over Redux by dkst
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CSR- Can't Stop Reading

January Signature Author Feature: Boundaries: An Old West Tale by Headstall

In this first month of 2025, as we look forward to this new year, I thought I'd feature a story that looks back. So who feels like reading in the historical western genres? Headstall is known for those, so I thought I'd pick one of his stories.  Boundaries: An Old West Tale by @Headstall   Length: 16,640 Description: A lot can occur in a single day, and this day starts with Virgil Pruitt riding into a sad, struggling Texas town seven years after the end of the Mexican-Am
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Wrap Up (Dec. 29 - Jan. 4)

Some say it is too late 5 days after, but screw them ! I'm still going to say Happy New Year! Maybe without the fanfare, but on behalf of all of us here at the GA News Blog and GA, we wish all your dreams and hopes come true in 2025 🥳 It must be the sign of my age , but I was sound asleep by 11:30, with no real reason to stay up past midnight . How about yourselves? Did you ring in the New Year with a party, or just maybe yourself and one or two others? Did you have a refreshing alcoholic b
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Anthologies

Auld Lang Syne - A Tribute to Carlos Hazday *Now Live*

Should old acquaintance be forgot and never brought to mind? Should old acquaintance be forgot in the days of auld lang syne?   To answer the question in the song - no, old acquaintance should never be forgotten, especially when they were a force named Carlos Hazday.  It's hard to believe our friend has been gone for over a year now.  Based on the stories submitted for this tribute, it's clear that his influence lives on.  So, let's raise a glass and toast to auld lang syne and fond memories of
Valkyrie

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Genre Deep Dives

Romance Deep Dive 5

Top 10 Most Read Romance - Contemporary Romance Set in the present time, focusing on the romantic relationships of characters in modern settings. The Cockney Canuck by Dodger In Process A to Z by Parker Owens Complete An English Teen, Circumcised in the USA by Riley Jericho Complete Cards on the Table by Headstall Long-Term Hold Chasing Rusty Parker by Laura S. Fox Complete Jay's Loelife by Mrsgnomie Complete Dichotomy of Love by Mrsgno
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CSR- Can't Stop Reading

December CSR Discussion Day: The Devil is Gay Series by kbois

How were your holidays? Did you get lost in the hustle and bustle? Love it? Hate it? Hopefully you were able to get just the right about of holiday cheer, but if you felt the need for a bit of break, I had the perfect bite-sized chunks of *ahem* alternative entertainment in kbois series, The Devil is Gay. Share your thoughts on those stories below, say congrats on kbois promotion to Signature Author if you haven't already, or comment on this interview!  Do you eat your fruits and vegetables
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Weekly Wrap Up

Weekly Update (Dec. 22 - Dec. 28)

Ho Hum   LOL.  Do any of you feel that that the time off between Christmas and New Years can be a bit challenging?  I mean I have visited with family and friends and such over the past week and a bit, but now we have 2 more days before New Years and then things can return to normal  Well, as normal as my life can be .  Geez, not even 100 words in and I'm at 4 emojis already. I must be emotional today 😢.  Okay, enough about me, or so you think. Was this years Christmas profita
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